Armor Express, a 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Award Winner for Best Personal/ Protective Equipment Product, unveiled the company’s newest innovations in ballistic technology, carrier designs, hard armor applications, and accessory tools at the 2019 Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show (SHOT Show), in Las Vegas, Nevada, earlier this week.

Armor Express is a recognized leader in manufacturing high-performance protective solutions for domestic and federal law enforcement agencies, the Department of Defense (DoD), and first responders.

“We’re excited to debut our latest protective armor advancements and look forward to engaging with end-users and our strategic partners at this year’s SHOT Show,” explained Frank Cappo, VP of Sales in advance of the show.

“Our new and enhanced product line-up incorporates the most cutting-edge technologies and industry best standards to better protect our customers and ensure peace of mind in all mission-critical situations.”

“Over the past year, we have invested significant resources to innovate carrier designs, enhance our hard armor solutions and develop complete systems, many of which will be on display.”

SHOT Show attendees were treated to see first-hand the ‘ASTORS’ Award-Winning Special Assignment Unit (SAU) Plate Carrier, a streamlined, lightweight and modular SAU available in either MOLLE or Laser Cut configuration and features a Quad Ventilation Liner (QVL) system, Advanced Shoulder Pads, optional COBRA® Alpha Quick Disconnect Cummerbund, and more.

SAC Features Include:

• Bottom loading front and rear rifle plate pockets, with expandable 4-way stretch
• Removable Cummerbund with Accessory Wrap
• Concealed, side release buckle system kit
• Available in MOLLE or Laser Cut platform
• Quad Ventilation Liner (QVL) System
• ID Tag Attachment Points
• Reinforced drag strap
• Removable sling catch
• Advanced shoulder pads
• Front kangaroo pouch
• Streamlined shoulder strap system
• Utilizes alpha sizing system

Armor Express worked closely with a number of Federal and domestic law enforcement agencies across the country as well as around the world which includes but is not limited to those noted below, in order to develop and deliver the most innovative soft and hard armor solutions to their officers.

• The U.S. Marshals Service
• U.S. Customs and Border Protection
• U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
• Inland Revenue Service
• The San Francisco Police Department and Sheriff’s Department
• The Washington County Virginia Sheriff’s Office
• The Jamaican Constabulary Force, and
• Mexico’s municipal police agency

Armor Express is honored to serve the brave men and women who put their lives on the line every day, and the company stands ready to exceed their force protection requirements with the highest-performing, most flexible and comfortable equipment that provide unparalleled safety and peace of mind.

(You know the bad days, the call you’d rather not get, the doors you wish you didn’t have to open. We’ll be there, ready to take the hit. So after that one moment.. you’ll be able to get back up. Courtesy of Armor Express and YouTube. Posted on Nov 2, 2015.)

Armor Express’ latest designs and concealable, overt and tactical carriers include:

American Revolution Concealable Carrier

• Provides maximum comfort, breathe-ability and durability.
• It features low-profile shoulder padding, moisture-wicking and anti-microbial material, patented Easy Grip Side Straps™ for quick donning/doffing, and is available with a fitted female carrier.

Fearless Concealable Carrier

• This premium covert armor solution features a proprietary yoke design which offers comfort and concealment by masking the armor profile typically seen through the wearer’s shirt.
• The yoke also increases adjustability and load distribution of the ballistic armor panels.

Traverse Overt Patrol Carrier

• Easily converts from a concealable soft armor into a front zip-side opening system.
• This vest offers both MOLLE and Dress configurations along with optional features to meet departmental requirements.
• It is available in either a LEGACY or new BRAVO configuration.

Hard Core PT Carrier 

• A low-profile option that is adjustable in both the shoulders and waist.
• The vest features AE’s Dynamic Cummerbund System allowing the user to breathe and move much more efficiently.
• Shoulder strap geometry features enhanced ergonomics and communication channeling.

Lighthawk XT 3.0

• Now built on the widely accepted SPEAR BALCS ballistic cut, the vest provides ample coverage while maintaining a more aggressive architecture.
• Improved carrier technology includes an MRM Vent System, upgraded Advanced Shoulder Pads, and interchangeable cummerbund system with quick release options.

The Fearless Tactical Carrier

• This adaptable and fully adjustable plate carrier provides optimal coverage without sacrificing mobility.
• Armor compartments can hold multiple size rifle plates and soft armor inserts.
• The vest features a 4-point, quick-release system that instantly drops the carrier, for reassembly in seconds.

The Fearless PC 

• This state-of-the-art plate carrier system features a laser cut attachment platform and can be customized with either the TUBES® or COBRA® Alpha quick release Dynamic Cummerbund systems with accessory sleeves, so the wearer can kit out just the way their mission requires.

The Active Shooter Response (ASR) Faction 

• A ‘one-size-fits-most’ plate carrier with an unsurpassed range of adjustment.
• This cost-effective solution addresses large or small agencies looking for a plate carrier that fits most common sized hard armor rifle plates, along with the widest range of body types.

(Learn More about Armor Express. Richard Davis invented concealable body armor in 1971. He shot himself over 200 times to demonstrate the effectiveness of the product. Armor Express continues the legacy today, continuing to innovate within the armor industry – and they still stand behind their product – just as Richard did. Courtesy of Armor Express and YouTube.)

Armor Express Brings Home the Gold in the 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program

Armor Express

• Best Personal/ Protective Equipment Product

• Special Assignment Unit (SAU) Plate Carrier

• *Armor Express was also recognized as a 2017 ‘ASTORS’ Award Winner

The Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards Program is specifically designed to honor distinguished government and vendor solutions that deliver enhanced value, benefit and intelligence to end users in a variety of government, homeland security and public safety vertical markets.

Over 130 distinguished guests representing National, State and Local Governments, and Industry Leading Corporate Firms, gathered from across North America, Europe and the Middle East to be honored among their peers in their respective fields which included:

• The Department of Homeland Security
• The Federal Protective Service (FPS)
• Argonne National Laboratory
• The Department of Homeland Security
• The Department of Justice
• The Security Exchange Commission Office of Personnel Management
• U.S. Customs and Border Protection
• Viasat, Hanwha Techwin, Lenel, Konica Minolta Business Solutions, Verint, Canon U.S.A., BriefCam, Pivot3, Milestone Systems, Allied Universal, Ameristar Perimeter Security and More!

The Annual ‘ASTORS’ Awards is the preeminent U.S. Homeland Security Awards Program highlighting the most cutting-edge and forward-thinking security solutions coming onto the market today, to ensure our readers have the information they need to stay ahead of the competition, and keep our Nation safe – one facility, street, and city at a time.

The 2018 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program was Proudly Sponsored by ATI Systems, Attivo Networks, Automatic Systems, Desktop Alert, and Royal Holdings Technologies.

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Nominations for the AST 2019 ‘ASTORS’ Homeland Security Awards Program will officially open as of January 1st, 2019 at americansecuritytoday.com.

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