DuPont Protection Technologies, the producer of the original DuPont Kevlar fibre, has launched two new products at Milipol trade fair, that took place from 19-22 November in Paris.

Drawing on analysis from its extensive relationship with global customers, the next generation of innovations made with Kevlar - DuPont Kevlar AS450X and DuPont Kevlar XPS104 - demonstrate the company’s ability to extend its range of protective solutions for the military, police and security market, DuPont reports.

Multi-threat solution

The DuPont Kevlar AS450X new generation multi-threat solution is specifically engineered for greater comfort to the ballistic vest wearer.

Developed for anti-stab, anti-spike and combined ballistic protection in armour applications, it is said to provide customers the ability to manufacture products that offer significant mobility and driving comfort, particularly when donned in patrol vehicles.  The lightweight laminate film structure helps enhance flexibility and can cover a greater surface area, according to the company. 

Variety of risks

“DuPont is a market-driven, innovative science company and the new products we are launching this week at Milipol advance the trusted DuPont Kevlar brand to address emerging and future trends, including multi-threat protection,” commented Jeroen B. Jacobs, Global Marketing Director, DuPont Life Protection.

By working with end-users, DuPont focused on the variety of risks law enforcement officers face at all times, including handgun (15%), knife (35%) and blunt trauma (50%), as well as difficult climate conditions.

“Our breadth of knowledge spanning 40 years of experience in this field, coupled with our integrated science, enables us to address the current and future needs of the end-user and deliver the highest levels of protection,” said Jacobs.

Water repellent ballistic solution

Milipol has also launched DuPont Kevlar XPS104 fabric.  Based on market research revealing that a water repellent ballistic solution is required, DuPont Kevlar XPS104 is said to offer strong ballistic performance and comfort even in wet conditions.

According to the producer, it is ideal when working in tropical climates or when stringent wet performance is required.

Kevlar aramid fibre

Developed in 1965, the DuPont Kevlar aramid fibre is used to make a variety of clothing, accessories and equipment ballistic, cut and stab resistant

DuPont is continuously developing new technology to address the evolving protective requirements of the military, police and security markets.

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