Editing Shocktech (section)

== History ==

=== Bad Boyz Toyz and early development ===

Shocktech developed within the American tournament paintball equipment industry during the 1990s.

Its early history was closely connected to Bad Boyz Toyz, a paintball equipment business associated with [[Renick Miller]] and the [[Chicago Aftershock]] professional team.

The Shocktech name became associated with customised tournament markers and aftermarket components, particularly for the Autococker platform.

Danny Love played an important role in Shocktech's marker engineering, technical development and distinctive body milling.[1][2]

Shocktech's products reflected the company's involvement in tournament paintball, where customised markers and performance-oriented components were used by professional players.

=== Autococker development ===

Shocktech became a recognised manufacturer of customised Autococker markers during the 1990s.

The [[Autococker]], originally developed by [[Worr Game Products]], was widely used in tournament paintball and supported an extensive aftermarket industry.

Shocktech produced custom marker bodies, pneumatic components, trigger frames and other upgrades.

Its Autococker products included the SFL range, which incorporated distinctive body milling and specialised components.

Historical models documented by collectors include SFL Autocockers produced during the early 2000s, along with later editions and designs associated with Chicago Aftershock.[2][4]

=== Other customised markers ===

Shocktech also developed customised components and marker bodies for platforms beyond the Autococker.

Documented examples include Shocktech versions or components for:

* [[Automag]] and E-Mag markers.
* [[Smart Parts Shocker]] markers.
* Matrix electronic markers.
* Intimidator electronic markers.

At the 2001 Mardi Gras Open, Bad Boyz Toyz displayed a Shocktech low-pressure regulator designed for the E-Matrix.[5]

A Shocktech SFL E-Mag prototype designed by Danny Love was also displayed during the 2001 International Amateur Open.

The SFL E-Mag subsequently became associated with a limited production run of customised [[Airgun Designs]] electronic markers.[6]

=== Changes in manufacturing ===

Shocktech maintained machining capabilities for custom marker bodies and components.

Technical documentation describes the company's use of CNC machining equipment for marker bodies, frames and other parts.

Shocktech also performed milling operations for selected private-label markers rather than relying entirely on the original marker manufacturers.

Its manufacturing activities were reduced during 2009, when the company disposed of unfinished components and other inventory.[2]

This reduction did not permanently end the Shocktech brand.

=== Return to production (2014) ===

Shocktech announced a return to production in February 2014.

The initial programme focused on the SFL Autococker body kit and other requested components.

The company also announced the resumption of technical services associated with Danny Love, including marker tuning and servicing.

The revival was presented as a return to small-scale custom marker manufacturing rather than a continuation of the company's earlier production volume.[7]

=== Shocktech USA ===

Shocktech subsequently continued operating under the '''Shocktech USA''' name.

The company's official website identifies Danny Love and Mark Van Drunen as co-owners.

Love is described as responsible for paintball engineering and manufacturing, while Van Drunen contributes industrial manufacturing and business-management experience.[1]

Shocktech USA offers complete markers, body kits, pneumatic components, trigger frames, barrels and replacement parts.

Its modern products include SFL Autococker configurations and CG-series marker designs.[1][3]