The concept of armor is as old as the history of warfare. There was a time when armor meant heavy chain and plate armor, cuirasses, gauntlets, and the like. In short, the heavier the armor, the better the protection. However, modern technology has turned this concept on its head.
As of now, light armor that enables the operator to move fast in an ever-changing battlefield while also offering maximum protection, is the best solution possible. This is the part where HESCO comes into the picture. HESCO offers state-of-the-art solutions that have saved many lives on the battlefield.
HESCO personal protection armor has been trusted and used by the US armed forces for over two decades. These battle-tested products have proven their worth time and again, and include truly revolutionary products such as HESCO MIL Walls. All of HESCO’s armor products have been engineered to not just pass but also exceed the most rigorous National Institute of Justice (NIJ) standards.
These products are extensively tested in world-class laboratories and under the most rigorous protocols to ensure that your armor protection plates keep you safe when the chips are down.
HESCO Armor Plates Today
HESCO has been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technology for all of its stand-alone plates. The core purpose is to keep our brave men and women in uniform safe and to protect them from some of the worst threats out there. HESCO not only aims for – but actually provides protection that no other personal armor can match.
HESCO Armor has five different plate series in production, and they are all specifically tailored for different mission requirements. From the budget-friendly 400 Series to the cutting-edge 800 Series, every series meets a diverse range of applications that have been created specifically for your individual needs.
SPECTRA Armor Plates
Heavy armor offers better protection but less mobility due to extra weight. Conversely, light armor offers excellent mobility in all kinds of terrain but at the cost of losing protection from high-velocity projectiles. SPECTRA composite armor plates provide the ideal solution regarding the all-important weight to performance ratio. SPECTRA armor is pound-for-pound, at least 15 times stronger than steel yet much lighter. It helps reduce the overall weight of the plate by as much as 40 percent, without compromising on either strength or flexibility.
HESCO’s ballistic inserts are proudly made in Aberdeen, Washington USA with the highest quality standards in personal armor protection technology. Currently, HESCO body armor is used by the Department of Homeland Security, the US Department of Defense, and many other federal, state, and local agencies. If your life’s on the line, HESCO is your very best bet!
