We don’t just prepare you for the emergency; we prepare you for the aftermath.

Every consultation, decision, product, and kit CRE-8 produces flows directly from this belief. Standard training leaves operators vulnerable to visual shock and cognitive freeze—factors that directly contribute to long-term post-traumatic stress. By elevating training fidelity, you protect the mind before operators ever step into harm’s way.

 We exist to ensure those who confront trauma return home both physically and mentally whole.

CRE-8 Transforms average simulations into True Preparedness Training

Delivering ultra-realistic, custom-engineered practical effects and tactical moulage to the Defense, Medical, and Emergency Response sectors. By combining Hollywood-grade realism with intuitive, rapid-deployment designs, we empower training programs to build life-saving muscle memory while actively mitigating the long-term psychological impacts of trauma exposure.

Founder’s Mission

Founded by Martin McKay, a combat veteran, CRE-8 LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) driven by a deeply personal imperative. We understand that for those in harm's way, it is not a question of if they will be exposed to trauma, but when. We owe it to the professionals who protect our way of life to try everything possible to mitigate the negative effects of their service. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that those serving in our military and public safety sectors return home both physically and mentally whole.

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Prepare for the worst, train like the best, and remain unfazed by anything in between.

Misawa Japan

Misawa Moulage Classes

Misawa Moulage Classes 2019 – Present
Boosting emergency preparedness by equipping Moulage Team Volunteers with practical skills in hands-on moulage, temporary tattoos, and 3D wound transfers

Moulage pictures from classes & teams. 

Misawa Japan Location

New Store – Misawa Japan 
Currently renovating the interior. Here are a few pictures of our new location.

Custom-made & Customized

Custom-made & Customized
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Practical FX Training Aids
Realism in 80 Seconds. Resilience for a Lifetime.

Self-adhesive Tattoos

Cut, Peel, Apply, Wet White Backing Sheet & Remove - Too Easy!

Temporary Trauma Tattoos
Realistic, Self-adhesive, Long Lasting & Latex Free.

Single-use, FAST Application Transfers using water. With zero-learning-curve deployment in any field condition.

Great for Medical Readiness, MASCAL, Active Shooter, TCCC and other Medical-based Training

Self-adhesive 3D Wound Transfers

Peel, Transfer, Cut, Apply, Wet White Backing Sheet & Remove - Too Easy!

3D Wound Transfers
Realistic, Long Lasting & Latex Free.

Single-use, FAST Application Transfers using water. With zero-learning-curve deployment in any field condition.

Great for Medical Readiness, MASCAL, Active Shooter, TCCC and other Medical-based Training.

Wound Prosthetics

Wound Prosthetics
Made from Platinum Silicone. A high-purity, skin-safe, and latex-free addition-cure silicone rubber.

Great for Medical Readiness, MASCAL, Active Shooter, TCCC and other Medical-based Training.

Atmospherics

Sensoryco.

Adhesive

Pros-Aide®

Prosthetic Transfer Material

P.T.M

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Simulation Education Supplies

Pocket Nurse®

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K9 Scent Training Aids

Updating

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