Educational Articles
What Is the Purpose of Body Armor? A Practical ...
The purpose of body armor is to reduce injury from specific threats, mainly handgun and rifle rounds, by stopping them before they reach the body. It covers the torso, where...
What Is the Purpose of Body Armor? A Practical ...
The purpose of body armor is to reduce injury from specific threats, mainly handgun and rifle rounds, by stopping them before they reach the body. It covers the torso, where...
How to Apply for the BVP Grant: A Step-by-Step ...
Planning your agency’s next body armor purchase? The Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Program reimburses eligible state, local, and tribal jurisdictions for up to 50% of the cost of...
How to Apply for the BVP Grant: A Step-by-Step ...
Planning your agency’s next body armor purchase? The Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) Program reimburses eligible state, local, and tribal jurisdictions for up to 50% of the cost of...
Ballistic Shield Design: Why Innovation Matters
A ballistic shield is only as good as the design choices behind it. The trouble is that most of those choices haven't changed much in decades, even as the threats...
Ballistic Shield Design: Why Innovation Matters
A ballistic shield is only as good as the design choices behind it. The trouble is that most of those choices haven't changed much in decades, even as the threats...
Ballistic Glass Panels vs. Rifle-Rated Barrier ...
"Ballistic glass panel" covers more ground than most buyers realize. Search for it and you'll find products meant for a school hallway sitting next to products meant for a presidential...
Ballistic Glass Panels vs. Rifle-Rated Barrier ...
"Ballistic glass panel" covers more ground than most buyers realize. Search for it and you'll find products meant for a school hallway sitting next to products meant for a presidential...
Level IIIA vs Level III+ Armor: What’s the Diff...
Level IIIA armor is generally soft, concealable body armor designed to protect against specified handgun threats. Level III+ is an unofficial industry designation commonly used for rigid armor plates that...
Level IIIA vs Level III+ Armor: What’s the Diff...
Level IIIA armor is generally soft, concealable body armor designed to protect against specified handgun threats. Level III+ is an unofficial industry designation commonly used for rigid armor plates that...
Home Defense Guide: Armor, Medical Gear & Prepa...
Preparing your home for emergencies involves more than purchasing equipment. A well-rounded home defense plan begins with understanding your environment, evaluating your preparedness goals, and selecting gear that supports your...
Home Defense Guide: Armor, Medical Gear & Prepa...
Preparing your home for emergencies involves more than purchasing equipment. A well-rounded home defense plan begins with understanding your environment, evaluating your preparedness goals, and selecting gear that supports your...