An IFAK, or Individual First Aid Kit, is an essential item for military personnel, law enforcement officers, and security personnel. It contains the necessary supplies to provide emergency medical care…
What You Need to Know About Hard Armor Plates
Hard armor plates have become a critical component of military and law enforcement protection. AR500 plates are the most common type of hard armor plates, but there are other types…
The Origins of Kevlar and Its Use in Bulletproof Vests
Kevlar is a synthetic fiber that has been used for various purposes since its invention in 1965 by DuPont chemist Stephanie Kwolek. Most notably, synthetic fiber has been used to…
How Ballistic Blankets Can Protect You in an Active Shooter Situation
Active shooter situations are a sad reality of the world we live in today. Law enforcement and military personnel can use ballistic blankets to protect themselves from potential active shooters.…
The Benefits of an Active Shooter Kit for Military and Law Enforcement Professionals
As a military or law enforcement professional, you know that being prepared is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your team. That’s why having an active shooter…
Understanding NIJ Levels of Protection
Whether you are in the military, in law enforcement, or a security professional, you know that your safety depends on the quality of your armor. When it comes to protective…
How To Make Your Body Armor Level IV Last Longer
The quality of body armor Level IV should be guaranteed before you purchase it. The plate armor will sway in tandem with your movements within the carrier. Worsening the situation…
Understanding the Basic Design of Tactical Vests
Do you ever wonder what piece of clothing that enforcement personnel wear over their usual clothes to keep their essentials close at hand?. That piece of equipment is known as…
Why You Shouldn’t Use Empty Plate Carriers In A Gunfight
Plate carriers are ordinary fabric vests used in conjunction with armor plates. The vests typically contain compartments for armor plates at the front and rear that are lined with an…
How Does Body Armor Work?
A body armor vest is ballistic protection that shields the wearer from potentially lethal threats such as small weapon fire, knife assaults, shrapnel, ricochets, and other projectiles. The primary role…