Less-Lethal Weapons 2014

Aerko International makes several varieties of subject control sprays. Punch II is available as a cone-shaped mist, coherent stream, or high-volume burst delivery. Water-based Punch III Formula forms micro bubble foam on impact to the face of the subject. Freeze + P employs the non-flammable solvent blend used in the company's Freeze system and incorporates both CS and OC. A variety of sizes are available and all formulas are completely non-flammable.

Phazzer's Enforcer Conductive Energy Weapon (CEW) is a less-lethal law enforcement-level self-defense weapon that features an enhanced safety circuit, simplicity of use, comfort, effectiveness, reliability, and consistency at a cost-effective price. Phazzer Enforcer has a "safety shut down circuit technology" that automatically shuts the CEW down at the end of the third five-second trigger application or when aggregate exposure to the body exceeds 15 seconds. It runs on a rechargeable and replaceable 7.2-volt lithium ion battery system.

Take Down brand is a line a of OC Pepper and Tear Gas sprays manufactured by Mace Personal Defense and Security Inc. Since 1970 Mace has been the original trusted brand in defense sprays and the Take Down line of pepper sprays continues a long-standing commitment to providing quality products for law enforcement and security personnel. From the maximum strength OC pepper formula of Take Down Extreme to the blended formula that combines the power of tear gas with OC pepper, Take Down offers a wide variety of less-than-lethal sprays.

The MK 46E Enhanced Mega Crowd Control Unit from Guardian Protective Devices is an infield, proprietary quick charge system. It can be filled and charged on location, allowing the operator to remain in the fight and to continue applying controlling force. The aluminum cylinder holding the OC formulation is fitted with a discharge mechanism consisting of a spring-loaded trigger assembly with pull pin safety and built-in hand guard, shielded, and recessed pressure gauge. The MK 46E is well suited for use in crowd control and civil disturbances and has multiple uses inside a corrections facility.

Switzerland-based Piexon has developed the JPX Pepper Gun for both law enforcement and civilian use. The JPX is different in that it is mechanical in nature, very much like a hand gun, and uses a patented propulsion system that can fire liquid OC at 405 mph up to 23 feet. Each cartridge offers two separate shots and can be snapped on the receiver in seconds. The OC is very concentrated at 4 million scoville units compared to the standard police spray of 2 million scoville units. The four-shot JPX4 is scheduled to be available in the United States soon.

The TASER X2 smart weapon features all-digital technology, self-diagnostics that monitor device health, charge metering that safely delivers the optimal current, firmware updates over the Internet, and ruggedized hardware that can withstand tough conditions. The X2 features a back-up shot while remaining lightweight and easy to carry.

The FN 303 Launcher from FNH USA is a compressed air-powered system capable of launching fin-stabilized .68 caliber projectiles at point-specific targets with a range of up to 50 meters. Constructed ergonomically from black polymer and aluminum, the FN 303 features flip-up iron sights, a speedloader-compatible 15-round magazine with a clear rear cover, and a top-mounted MIL-STD 1913 rail. The launcher also provides approximately 110 shots per filled tank of air and can be used as a standalone unit or attached under an M16, M4, or FN SCAR rifle.

The ALSD429 is a single-use tactical stun munition that produces 175 dB at 7 feet, and emits 6 million to 10 million candela. In addition to the light and sound, the ALSD429 produces a significant overpressure that adds to its disorienting physiological effects. The family of stun munitions produced by AmTec Less-Lethal Systems (ALS) includes everything from hand-deployed, single- and multi-bang configurations, to staged command initiated devices. These devices are in stock on the shelf and can be shipped common carrier and delivered in three to five days, pending BATF transfer.

Defense Technology Direct Impact and Exact Impact 40 mm impact munitions are point-of-aim, point-of-impact direct-fire rounds with a maximum effective range of up to 120 feet. These impact munitions consist of a plastic body and a crushable foam nose that can also contain a powder payload. This payload area can hold inert, marking, OC, or CS powder. The crushable foam nose dissipates energy upon impact while releasing the powder payload. Both munitions are available in an extended range LE version, which provides a maximum effective range of up to 230 feet.

Utilizing barrier separation between the liquid and compressed air, Combined Tactical Systems' new Omni-Stream delivers an efficient stream at any angle. Unlike the traditional OC products that must be held upright, the Omni-Stream can be sprayed reliably from any orientation, even upside down. The Omni-Stream is available in OC MK-3, MK-4, and MK-9 sizes. The MK-9 unit incorporates a newly designed slim line "Ballistic" handle and spray nozzle, producing tighter spray patterns, positive actuation with audible feedback, and a clearly marked safety mechanism.