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Today, the US Army announced the recall of body armor ceramic plates. Over 16,000 plates have been recalled. The reason stated is they believe that they have not been properly tested.

For us, that isn’t a good reason by itself. I wonder, have the plates shown any evidence of not meeting the standard they were purchased to? Has anyone not been properly protected? What has really led to the recall of the body armor ceramic plates?

In the report published by the Washington Times, Sarah A Carter on January 29, 2009, no real evidence was provided as to why the body armor ceramic plates are considered unsafe. It states that no deaths or injuries have been reported due to failures of the equipment.

The body armor ceramic plates in question were purchased between 2005 and 2007. No manufacturer information is provided. We will have to look closely to find what type of equipment this is, specifically.

The report states that the Army will release a report, they claim, through the Inspector General’s Office in the next couple of days. The only “problem” being stated is that the vests were procured without following proper procedure. The report says this occurred in 16 of 28 contracts.

I say what is the problem beyond bureaucrats not being happy with the paperwork? It may well be the case that these armor plates are much superior than the previous ones, and someone was trying to do their best to protect the soldiers with equipment that is superior, that the bureaucrats would hold up for years delaying one test after another, while people died in the field.

So, I hope no one is jumping to conclusions here. This isn’t Zylon all over again. In fact, it still doesn’t appear there is anything actually wrong.

We’ll be looking for more to come.

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- Daniel Gonzalez
- Wayne Sharer

View test video of Level IV Ballistic/Level IIA Knife and Spike Body Armor - Tactical Vest

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I know I said I would bring you the information on the Federal programs, but …. the Federal site doesn’t seem to be working at the moment. So…..

I decided to give you another example of how states will provide major assistance in the purchase of soft body armor and tactical vests for their police forces. This one is from North Carolina…

In North Carolina, there is a Saftey Grant and Soft Body Armor Grant Program. The way to have access to it is to participate in the North Carolina League of Municipalities Risk Management Services worker’s compensation program. As a participant, the worker’s compensation program will reimburse 50% of the cost of soft body armor, up to a total cost of $250 per vest. So in reality, that really means, for a quality Level IIIA Ballistic, Level II Knife - Spike protection soft body armor, you can realize a 20- 30% savings.

These grants are available on an ongoing basis, and can be applied for at any time of the year.

Click here to see the memo on the North Carolina Soft Body Armor Reimbursement Program

Go here for the Application for the North Carolina Soft Body Armor Reimbursement Program

We will continue to scope out the Federal Programs, in the mean time, come back soon, because we promise to have more interesting information and stories regarding soft body armor and tactical vest use.

That’s all for now — Leave a comment below!

- Daniel Gonzalez
- Wayne Sharer

See the tests of our Amazing Soft Body Armor here

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Do you remember this?

A company in Japan called Toyobo sold millions of tactical vests using the names Second Chance Vests, Ultima, Ultimax, and Triflex. Because of deaths and injuries that occurred with vests using the zylon material, Toyobo was forced to a settlement of $29 million in court in Oklahoma.

Some of the stories of the failures include things like:

This most famous case is of Tony Zeppetella, a police officer in Oceanside, California. On June 13th, 2003, his most trusted vest using the zylon material was pierced by exactly the bullet is was supposed to protect him from. His carotid artery and jugular vein were torn by bullets. His attacker fled.

Then, amazingly enough, later in the very same month, Edward Limbacher of Forest Hills, Pennsylvania, serving in his duties as a police officer and using a zylon based vest was shot by a .40 caliber round during a drug bust. He was seriously injured, and was wearing the Ultima vest made with zylon.

Now the good news is, these vest should be gone from the market, but you can’t be sure.

The other good news is, there is light weight, waterproof, long lasting (possibly 10 years or more) vests available that will save lives in these situations, plus provide protection from knife and spike attacks as well (without heavy plates).

We hope everyone will learn more about this soft body armor and spread the word. This is revolutionary, and it is proven to stand up to the tests.

Be sure to view these tests by clicking here

We want the best for protecting our community. Let’s make it happen

- Daniel Gonzalez
- Wayne Sharer

Click here for Level IIIa Ballistic and Level II Knife/Spike Protection

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This is really for those individuals who are serious about protecting their life while serving in postions that face violent threats from knives, spikes, sharp obects — as well as anyone using a tactical vest for protection from gunfire, hand guns, etc. What we found is the absolute best, bar none, soft body armor for covert (concealable) wearing.

This vest is easily worn under a uniform.

It is a multi-threat vest that adds a new level of ensurance that anyone facing violent threats will really come home to their family ever night of the week. This vest is life!

It is:

1. Comfortable
2. Light (only 6.7 lbs or 3 kgs)
3. More flexible than ANY vest on the market
4. Customized fit
5. Level II Knife and Spike protection certified(see note below)
6. Level IIIa Ballistic Protection certified(high velocity 9mm or .44 magnum - without backforce deformation) (See note below)
7.Completely waterproof without any additional cover added.

This soft body armor tactical vest does not require any soft or hard plate to protect against above threats. Do I need to say this again? I don’t think so.

So let me make this simple; there is no single multi-threat vest anywhere that meets or exceeds both of these high standards - and does it without a soft or hard plate, and weighs less than a laptop computer AND is WATERPROOF without any special covers!

I am not sure why this isn’t all over the nation and with our armed forces and police units. It has a lifespan guarantee that has already surpassed 5 years, and will soon be extended to 10 years. No kevlar or similar vest can even last that long on the shelf.

Well, enough for now.

Catch you next time

- Daniel Gonzalez
- Wayne Sharer

Note: What is Knife and Spike Resistance? NIJ Standard-0115.00 : A stab resistant body armor system should afford protection against injury from penetration by knives, edged weapons, and sharp-pointed weapons while ensuring that the movement of the wearer is not unduly restricted. The protected area ensures coverage of the vital organs; in particular, the heart, liver, spine, kidneys, and spleen. The protection required by the wearer should be determined from the specific threats they are likely to encounter. Departments must carefully consider their requirements for comfort, concealability, duration of wearing armor, projected threat levels, and climate to decide on the best type and style of armor to satisfy their needs.

Note: What is Level IIIa Ballistic Protection? NIJ Standard-0101.04: This armor protects against 9 mm Full Metal Jacketed Round Nose (FMJ RN) bullets, with nominal masses of 8.0 g (124 gr) impacting at a minimum velocity of 427 m/s (1400 ft/s) or less, and 44 Magnum Semi Jacketed Hollow Point (SJHP) bullets, with nominal masses of 15.6 g (240 gr) impacting at a minimum velocity of 427 m/s (1400 ft/s) or less. It also provides protection against most handgun threats, as well as the threats mentioned in sections 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3.

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