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Spartan Armor Systems® Introduce Hercules Level IV Ceramic Body Armor
Spartan Armor Systems®, manufacturers of American-designed and made body armor, tactical gear, and targets, unveil the new Hercules Level IV Ceramic Body Armor, made at the Spartan Armor Systems...
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Body Armor For Rifle Threats – Weighing The Risks
In the old days there was one type of body armor for all occasions and all threats. Even the primitive early models were effective against almost any pistol round fired […]
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New Breast Plate Offers Better Protection for Female Body Armor
Anyone in law enforcement or the armed forces understands that body armor can be the difference between life and death in certain situations. While the breast plate is designed to […]
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Ulbrichts Introduces Ballistic Helmets With Inbuilt Trauma Prevention
Ulbrichts Protection is an Austrian company that manufactures ballistic helmets. They divide their focus into two divisions, the automotive division that manufactures emblems for car brands including...
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How to Choose a Body Armor?
Introduction With the recent rise in the need for protection, we may want to wear body armor for different reasons. You could be a police officer operating in high-risk zones, […]
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New Edition Armour: Materials, Theory, and Design
Updated throughout for this new edition, Armour: Materials, Theory, and Design covers extant and emergent protection technologies driving advances in armour systems. This second edition of this body...
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Sales surge for Xtek, makers of the ‘Ferrari’ of body armor
The share price of body armor and ballistic helmets company Xtek has tripled in the past nine months as investors factor in large orders from Ukraine and a push by […]
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Over 2500 Exhibitors Set For 2023 SHOT Show
The SHOT Show, held in Las Vegas, Nevada, is a major trade show that attracts vendors from around the world. In 2022, the show saw more than 43,000 attendees, and […]
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BLACK230 New Advance Ballistic Finishing By Citterio
Fratelli Citterio is a world leading manufacturer of high-tech ballistic materials based on made in Italy technology. Fratelli Citterio is investing more than 10% of its turnover in R&D and […]
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Beneath the Surface: Exploring Hard Armor Plate Materials
In our previous post, we examined hard armor plate ratings, exploring the “levels” of protection offered by body armor plates as defined by the NIJ and other standard-setting organizations. Our […]
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NT Cera launches into the US Market
Miami, FL, USA, – NT Cera designs, manufactures and delivers high-performance personal and vehicle protective ceramics for industry partners who sell to U.S. military, law enforcement, and security...
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NFM Sues Mehler Vario System GmbH For Design Infringement In Germany
OSLO, Norway, July 2, 2023 – NFM AS has spent significant time and resources on developing its THOR® load bearing vests and has developed a range of innovative products such […]
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Military Confirms Effectiveness of Locally Produced Hard Armor Plates
The Ministry of National Defense has asserted that the ballistic plates produced in Taiwan for military-grade bulletproof vests meet both national and international standards. This statement comes in...
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CES Composites: Innovating Aerospace and Defense Composites
In a recent interview with Karl Nielsen, the Business Development and Sales Lead at CES Composites, we learned about the company’s background, goals, and innovative composite materials. The company...
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Milipol Paris 2023: Brace for Impact as MKU Teases a ‘Must-Have’ Defence Product
In the high-stakes world of defence, thoughtful innovation can make all the difference. A decade ago, MKU Limited revolutionized the industry with the ‘Instavest’ launch, showcasing their patented...
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NFM Group Awarded Pioneering R&D Contract with CANSOFCOM for Advanced...
The contract, awarded in September 2023, initiates a two-year development phase, with the first delivery anticipated for 2025. In a forward-thinking move, this contract also includes a provision for a […]
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The 2023 Personal Armour Systems Symposium, Recap Part II: Research Roundup
This first segment of our recap highlighted the significant updates to the NIJ body armor specifications, including the much-anticipated changes to the 0101.07 standard, the introduction of the 0123.00...
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The 2023 Personal Armour Systems Symposium, Recap Part III: Sobering Threat...
In this final chapter of our PASS 2023 recap, we summarise the presentations that ventured into uncharted territories of personal armor and the emerging threats that challenge current standards. From […]
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BodyArmorNews.com Welcomes Industry Veterans as Guest Writers
BodyArmorNews.com is thrilled to announce the addition of three distinguished industry veterans to its team of Guest Writers. These individuals bring a wealth of expertise and experience, contributing...
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From Raw Materials to Personal Protection: Decoding the Art of Hard Armor
Altena Engineering, a prominent German firm specializing in ballistic solutions, opens a window into the intricate world of hard armor manufacturing. Technical Director Mr. Nick Meyer, an experienced...
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