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Armor Express to Demonstrate its New Protective Solutions at SHOT Show 2018

At SHOT, Armor Express will unveil its new Lighthawk Tactical brand, with comprehensive ballistic systems, carriers, and accessory offerings for the modern-day tactical officer.

January 21, 2018

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DSM and Point Blank Enterprises to Recognize LEOs Saved by Alpha Elite Ballistics Vests

At SHOT Show 2018 in Las Vegas, DSM and Point Blank Enterprises will celebrate the success of Point Blank's Alpha Elite ballistics vests by recognizing seven law enforcement officers saved during 2017 line-of-duty shootings when their Alpha Elite vests stopped the threats faced.

January 21, 2018

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Point Blank to Showcase Armor Systems and Vehicle Surveillance Technologies at SHOT Show

Point Blank Enterprises, a leading producer of body armor and related protective solutions, will be demonstrating its newest innovations in tactical and concealable ballistic packages, advanced carrier designs, apparel, outerwear, holsters and duty gear, along with state-of-the art surveillance systems at the 2018 Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade (SHOT) show January 23-26 at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas.

January 16, 2018

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Armor Express and KDH Defense Systems Merge

Armor Express, Inc. ("Armor Express"), a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-performance body armor solutions, has merged with KDH Defense Systems. By joining forces, the companies now serve the U.S. Armed Forces, the Department of Defense, federal and domestic law enforcement professionals, and various international agencies across the world.

January 11, 2018

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Police Protective Gear 2018

Makers of law enforcement armor, helmets, and shields have plans to introduce new products or improve existing products in the coming year.

January 3, 2018

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Gunfire Duty Deaths Down 33% in 2017

NLEOMF announced today in its 2017 Preliminary Law Enforcement Fatalities Report that a total of 128 federal, state, local, tribal and territorial officers died in the line of duty over the past year, which is the lowest annual figure since 2013 when 117 officers died. A total of of 143 law enforcement officers died in the line of duty in 2016. This year's 10% decrease reverses three consecutive years of increases in officer deaths.

December 27, 2017

Technology

Graphene Research Could Lead to Foil-Thin Body Armor

Researchers from the City University of New York’s Advanced Science Research Center discovered that by combining no more than two layers of graphene, they would be able to create an ultra-thin material that, when it is struck by a fast-moving projectile like a bullet, it suddenly hardens and protects the wearer.

December 25, 2017

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Safariland Announces 2,000th Body Armor Save

On the night of the incident, Officer Pierce and her K-9 Lex were responding to a call regarding a suspect breaking into vehicles. As she arrived on scene, the suspect fled on a bicycle; Officer Pierce released her K-9, who immediately pursued and detained the suspect. As Officer Pierce closed in to take the suspect into custody, he produced a .45 caliber handgun and shot Pierce at close range directly in the chest, police report.

December 18, 2017

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Video: Point Blank Honors 20 Officers Saved by Their Ballistic Vests

Point Blank honored 20 officers whose lives were saved by Point Blank body armor. "These Officers represent the Best of the Best and truly exemplify bravery, strength, and commitment to excellence," the company posted on Facebook.

December 5, 2017

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Point Blank Honors 20 Officers Saved by Their Ballistic Vests

Point Blank honored 20 officers whose lives were saved by Point Blank body armor. The company's annual Saves Recognition Event was held at its Pompano Beach, FL, manufacturing headquarters Monday. More Here.

December 5, 2017

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Cratus Body Armor Plates

TenCate Advanced Armor

The new TenCate Cratus product line offers several innovative improvements to the design as well as the manufacturing process to make this possible.

November 6, 2017

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ATS Armor Shows T-Shirt Style Armor Carrier at IACP 2017

The ATS Armor Concealable Carry Kit is a T-shirt that can accommodate hard armor plates or NIJ Level II and IIIA soft armor panels for wear under uniforms or in plain clothes.

October 23, 2017