Traditionally, creating polymers with mechanical bonds posed significant challenges. Bardot explained that one of the main reasons for these difficulties was due to the fact that much of the existing ...

When selecting body armor, ensuring its reliability in real-life situations is paramount. In life-or-death scenarios, there is no room for uncertainty regarding the protective capabilities of body ...

Sioen Ballistics is a reputed body armor manufacturer that specifically develops protective wear for military and law enforcement. Sioen Industries, a Belgian group with focus on technical clothing ...

Hardwire LLC, a defense manufacturer based in Pocomoke City, Maryland, has been awarded a $416 million federal contract to produce protective gear for the U.S. Army. The long-term agreement covers the ...

The Irish Defence Forces are set to receive a major equipment upgrade as part of an ongoing modernization initiative. A €16.5 million (approx. $17.8 million USD) contract has been awarded to Belgian ...

CES Composites focuses heavily on personal protection as well as aerospace and naval composites. Based out of Turkey, they were founded in 1996 and have grown significantly since, expanding their ...

‘‘We started the business after an active shooter situation at a mall by our house. We had two young kids at the time who would frequently go to the mall. Also, our niece was a freshman at Stoneman ...

The intersection of Hollywood and high-performance protective gear isn’t something you see every day. Last edition SHOT Show 2025 in Las Vegas, however, created an opportunity for both of these worlds ...

Material Science and the Life Cycle of Body Armor Rifle-rated body armor, such as ceramic plates, typically has an expected lifespan of 5-10 years depending on environmental conditions, usage, and ...

At Booth #62503, Sarkar Tactical will unveil its latest advancements in ballistic protection and tactical solutions. Highlights include: – Athena – Body Armor for Women: Designed by women, for women, ...

We can also see from a simple analysis of the ACH helmet that Kevlar-resin composites perform worse against ballistic threats than Kevlar alone. The ACH is more than 7mm thick, and is rated to ...

Imagine you are in a war zone. Bullets are zooming left and right, screams and frantic energy surrounds you. All the while your only goal is to be a witness and to lend your eyes to the rest of the ...