ARRIS Composites Partners with Henry Repeating Arms to Revolutionize Firearm Components
ARRIS Composites Partners with Henry Repeating Arms
On January 24, 2025, ARRIS Composites, an advanced manufacturer known for its innovative technology in fiber-reinforced composites, announced a strategic partnership with Henry Repeating Arms, a prominent U.S. firearm manufacturer. This collaboration focuses on developing lightweight and high-strength firearm components designed to enhance the performance of firearms.
A New Era of Performance
The partnership promises to leverage ARRIS’ cutting-edge composite technology, which gives way to the design of firearm components that outperform traditional metal elements in terms of weight and functionality. The initial product release from this collaboration is slated for the second quarter of 2025, marking a significant milestone for both companies.
Riley Reese, CEO of ARRIS Composites, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting Henry Repeating Arms' legacy of American craftsmanship and commitment to quality. He remarked, "Our composite technology presents a unique opportunity to develop component designs made in the U.S. that transcend the capabilities of standard metal parts in both performance and weight."
Innovation at Its Core
Henry Repeating Arms is equally excited about the synergy between the two companies. Andrew Wickstrom, its president, stated, “We constantly seek out innovative methods to enhance our products' form and function. Collaborating with ARRIS allows us to stretch the boundaries of material science, making it possible to deliver superior firearms that align with the evolving demands of our users—hunters and enthusiasts alike.”
The Rise of Additive Molding
Founded in 2017, ARRIS Composites is recognized for pioneering a new manufacturing category known as Additive Molding. This innovative process integrates proprietary software with high-volume production methods, allowing the creation of continuous, multi-scale fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composite structures that provide extraordinary strength while being lighter and more sustainable than traditional materials.
Moreover, ARRIS has garnered accolades such as Fast Company’s “10 Most Innovative Manufacturers” and received multiple BIG Innovation Awards for their breakthrough technologies.
Products Designed for Performance
In late 2024, ARRIS Composites unveiled a new direct-to-consumer brand, AURORRA by ARRIS. This line includes high-tech carbon fiber insoles designed for everyday use and emphasizes the performance potential of advanced composite materials outside of the industrial realm. This launch exemplifies ARRIS’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in product development, extending well beyond firearms.
A Commitment to Value
Both ARRIS and Henry Repeating Arms are committed to performance and value, ensuring that the final products not only meet but exceed consumer expectations. Henry’s motto, “Made in America, Or Not Made At All,” underscores their dedication to American manufacturing standards, which will be infused in the new product lines generated through this partnership.
This collaboration is expected to bring new height to the usability and market reception of firearms, paving the way for more innovative and performance-driven products for consumers.
Stay tuned as ARRIS and Henry prepare to unveil the next generation of firearm components that leverage advanced materials for an unparalleled shooting experience. With their combined expertise and innovation, this partnership is set to revolutionize the firearm industry.