Armoured Vehicles Introduction

Personal and corporate security concerns have always been a top property for government and corporation worldwide. New surges in terrorism have raised these concerns to an unprecedented level. Many organisations and private individuals are now forced to dedicate a significant portion of their resources to defeating actual and potential threats of crime and terrorism. Through an individual approach to the needs and requirements of each of its clients, we are able to relive this strain by supplying armoured vehicles that guarantee safety and security while offering peace of mind.

We pride ourselves on offering transport vehicles that ensure optimal defence against a ballistic threat. Depending on the threat assessment concluded in consultation with the client, the vehicle of desired type and configuration is custom manufactured to suite that need.

Our company also manufactures in such a way that the production level obtained exceeds the identified level of potential threat, thereby providing a significant margin of extra safety. The higher levels of protection offered by our organisation can not only protect against direct fire from modern assault rifles, but also against the high power weapon that fire armour piercing projectiles.

To ensure the highest levels of protection we use a full assortment of advanced defensive technology. The company manufactures its products utilising top quality ballistic steel and glass plus the most modern composite and transparent ballistic materials available. The materials chosen for each vehicle are selected in accordance with the clients desired level of protection. These levels of protection are based on National and International Ballistic Standards. In our testing we refer to the standards established by the European Ballistic Standard, the Underwriters Laboratory, and the US National Institute of Justice.

Ballistic Protection Levels

The armoured vehicles are built in compliance with National Institute of Justice (NIJ) levels of protection.
National Institute of Justice (NIJ) Standard 0108.01 is shown on the table below:

*These items must be specified by the user.
Abbreviations
AP - Amour Piercing
FMJ - Full Metal Jacket
JSP - Jacketed Soft Point
LRHV - Long Rifle High Velocity
RN - Round Nose
WC - Semi-Wadcutter

• Level of protection other than one of standard is called 'the special requirement';
• For example, AK-47 weapon of choice of terrorist and criminals (in excess of 50 million in use) fits in between level III-A and level III, so it is a 'special requirement' level of threat;
• Though we use National Institute of Justice Standard to test and build our armor, we can use other national and international standards, both, civilian and military.

The table below shows relation between a few popular ballistic standards.
Due to data overlapping of different standards, we consider it approximate.

National Institute of Justice (NIJ): NIJ Standard - 0108.01
Euronorm Ballistic Standard (EN): EN 1063
Underwriters Laboratory Ballistic Standard (UL): UL 752
Standardization Agreement ... for the Protection Levels ... (NATO): STANAG 4569

Ballistic Information and Standards

Quality of manufacturing plays a paramount role in the overall reliability of their products. The technologically advanced manufacturing plant employs only the highest qualified specialists, and conducts quality control at all stages of manufacturing.

Our advanced manufacturing plant is provided with the latest machinery and tools whilst maintaining a positive and safe working environment for well-trained and experienced employees.

The engineers have a proven track record of designing and implementing efficient and innovative solutions. The consultants have an extensive knowledge of all the aspects of the ballistic protection industry, including detailed knowledge of potential threats and countermeasures. The assembly staffs are experienced and meticulous welders and metalworkers.

Quality control begins with a thorough inspection of the chassis and ballistic materials, run through all stages of assembly and concludes with extensive tests of the finished vehicle.

Our dedication to quality and high levels of ballistic defence, combined with individual and attentive approach to achieve customer's requirements, guarantees that we offer superior protection and safety with every vehicle produced.

Training

The most significant cause of injury to personnel and damage to equipment remains the road traffic accident; the risks are especially great when operating in the unfamiliar surroundings of an armoured vehicle.

Our tailored Protective Motoring Skills courses are delivered by UK Police qualified advanced drivers and instructors, all of whom have been trained by the British Army's Close Protection Wing. Clients cover all aspects of driving, from saloon cars to four-wheel drive, both on and off road. The courses vary in length and are geared towards the client's area of employment.