We are thrilled to announce the long-listed nominees for the Body Armor Innovation Awards 2024! These companies are at the forefront of body armor technology, pushing the boundaries of innovation to create safer, more effective solutions for protection. Now, it’s your turn to help select the finalists who will move forward to the final round!
A total of eight innovative companies have been nominated, and only four will advance—two from each heat. You can vote twice—once for each heat—and your votes will determine which groundbreaking solutions will move on to the final round.
Below, you’ll find the full list of nominees, along with an overview of their innovative contributions to the body armor industry.
Heat 1 Nominees:
- Tri-D Technologies Inc
Innovation: Scan-to-Pattern
Overview: Tri-D Technologies has developed a cutting-edge system that combines body scanning with pattern development for ballistic armor. This system can scan a torso in just five seconds, producing a custom-fit armor pattern in under three minutes. This breakthrough drastically reduces production time, especially for large groups requiring custom-fit protection. - DuPont Life Protection
Innovation: Kevlar® EXO™
Overview: Kevlar® EXO™ is a revolutionary aramid fiber innovation, providing up to 30% weight reduction compared to traditional Kevlar®. This technology delivers thinner, more flexible armor panels, significantly enhancing comfort and flexibility without compromising protection—ideal for high-performance body armor. - National Institute of Justice (NIJ)
Innovation: NIJ 0101.07 Standard
Overview: The latest NIJ 0101.07 Standard represents a significant update in body armor testing, reflecting modern-day protection needs. It enhances safety standards for law enforcement, particularly for female officers, addressing evolving threats and improving performance evaluation methods. - Teijin Aramid
Innovation: Circular Twaron® Initiative
Overview: Teijin Aramid’s Circular Twaron® Initiative focuses on sustainability by creating high-performance yarn using recycled materials. This innovation retains the exceptional durability and strength of original Twaron® fibers while increasing the use of recycled content, marking a major step forward in environmentally responsible manufacturing.
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Heat 2 Nominees:
- Procotex Corporation SA
Innovation: Sustainable Fiber Recycling
Overview: Procotex specializes in the sustainable recycling of ballistic fibers, particularly para-aramid fibers from outdated body armor. With over 50 years of experience, they offer eco-friendly solutions for repurposing ballistic materials, contributing to environmental sustainability. - MKU Limited
Innovation: KAVRO DOMA 360 Helmet
Overview: The KAVRO DOMA 360 Helmet is a game-changer in ballistic helmet design, offering protection against high-caliber threats like AK-47 rounds without additional armor. With its Comfort Liner System and cutting-edge materials, it provides robust protection while maintaining comfort with a Back Face Signature (BFS) of less than 20mm. - Avient Corporation
Innovation: Dyneema® SB301
Overview: Dyneema® SB301 is Avient’s third-generation ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene fiber, offering superior ballistic protection while being 10-20% lighter than previous solutions. As the first bio-based UHMWPE fiber, it delivers a 90% lower carbon footprint, setting a new standard for sustainable body armor production. - SKYDEX Technologies, Inc.
Innovation: SKYDEX Behind Armor Blunt Trauma (BABT) Material
Overview: SKYDEX has developed a new material specifically designed to reduce blunt trauma from behind armor, increasing survivability. Lightweight, durable, and made from sustainable materials, this innovative solution meets various certifications and offers multi-impact protection while being water-repellent and buoyant.
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Voting takes place on LinkedIn
These incredible innovations are redefining the future of personal protection. Your input is crucial in selecting the top four companies—two from each heat—who will move on to the final round of the Body Armor Innovation Awards 2024.
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