Safe-Pro USA Launches Advanced, High-Performance, Ultra-Lightweight "305 PRO" Body Armor Plate for Law Enforcement
Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ:SPAI) has launched its latest advancement in ballistics protection, the '305 PRO' hard armor plate. Key features of this ultra-lightweight and ultra-thin plate include:
- Compliance with NIJ Standards 0101.06 Level III++ and NIJ 0101.07 Level RF1
- Weight as low as 2.25lbs
- Thickness of just 0.85 inches
- SAPI multi-curve design available in multiple sizes
The first units have been delivered to a South Florida Police Department, and the product is now available on Safe Pro's GSA Schedule for purchase by state, local, and federal agencies. Safe-Pro USA, a HUBZone-certified small business, manufactures these plates in Florida using advanced ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene hybrid composites.
- Launch of new '305 PRO' hard armor plate with enhanced protection against high-power rifle threats
- First delivery completed to a Florida Police Department
- Successfully listed on the General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule
- Compliant with NIJ Standards 0101.06 Level III++ and NIJ 0101.07 Level RF1
- Ultra-lightweight (2.25lbs) and ultra-thin (0.85 inches) design
- Available for purchase by Federal, State, and Local government customers under GSA Multiple Award Schedule contract
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The introduction of the "305 PRO" body armor plate represents a significant advancement in law enforcement protection. Its ultra-lightweight design at just 2.25lbs and 0.85 inches thin addresses a important need for comfort in high-heat environments without compromising safety. The plate's compliance with NIJ Standards 0101.06 Level III++ and NIJ 0101.07 Level RF1 ensures top-tier protection against high-power rifle threats.
The successful delivery to a Florida Police Department and listing on the GSA Schedule opens up substantial market opportunities. This product launch demonstrates Safe-Pro USA's agility in responding to specific customer needs, potentially leading to increased sales in the law enforcement sector. The HUBZone certification further enhances the company's competitive edge in government procurement.
However, investors should note that the impact on overall company financials may take time to materialize, as government procurement cycles can be lengthy. The product's success will depend on its performance in the field and the company's ability to scale production to meet potential demand.
Safe Pro Group's strategic move into advanced body armor aligns well with current market trends. The global body armor market is projected to grow significantly, driven by increasing security concerns and technological advancements. The "305 PRO" plate's focus on lightweight, thin design for high-heat environments addresses a specific niche, potentially giving Safe Pro a competitive advantage.
The company's diversification from AI and drone imagery into ballistics protection demonstrates adaptability, which could be viewed positively by investors. However, this also introduces new challenges in terms of market competition and production capabilities. The success of this product line will be important in determining the company's future growth trajectory.
Investors should monitor key performance indicators such as order volumes, contract wins and the rate of adoption by law enforcement agencies. The GSA Schedule listing is a positive step, but translating this into substantial revenue growth will be the true measure of success for Safe Pro Group in this new market segment.
- Company Completes First 305 PRO Delivery to Florida Police Department and Successfully Lists its Newest Plate on the General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule -
- New Armor Plate is Designed to Provide Improved Protection Against High Power Rifle Threats -
AVENTURA, FL / ACCESSWIRE / October 17, 2024 / Safe Pro Group Inc. (NASDAQ:SPAI) ("Safe Pro" or the "Company"), a premier provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing, announced today that its ballistics protection unit, Safe-Pro USA LLC has introduced its latest advancement, the ultra-lightweight and ultra-thin "305 PRO" hard armor plate, with the first units delivered to a South Florida Police Department. The new "305 PRO" hard armor plates are now available on Safe Pro's GSA Schedule for purchase by state, local and federal agencies.
Manufactured in Florida by Safe-Pro USA and constructed from the latest generation of advanced ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene hybrid composites, the "305 PRO" plate was created to address a gap in the market for an exceptionally light and thin plate designed for use by law enforcement in the high heat and humidity of South Florida. Compliant with the National Institute of Justice ("NIJ") NIJ 0101.06 Level III++ standards and with the new NIJ Standard 0101.07, Level RF1, the new plate offers enhanced protection for law enforcement and first responders against high-power rifle threats such as AR-15s and AK-47swhile ensuring greater conformability to the torso with the SAPI Multicurve shape, comfort and mobility.
Key Product Features include:
NIJ Compliance: Meets NIJ Standards 0101.06 Level III++ and NIJ 0101.07 Level RF1, designed to withstand multiple impacts of 7.62 mm x 51 mm M80 NATO Ball and 7.62 mm x 39 mm, and 5.56 mm x 45 mm M193 high power rifle rounds
Ultra-lightweight: Weighs as little as 2.25lbs.
Ultra-thin: Measures just 0.85 of an inch thick
Ergonomic Design: Small Arms Protective Insert (SAPI) multi-curve design is available in multiple sizes including Small, Medium, Large and X-Large
A product introduction video on the "305 PRO" can be viewed here.
"Safe Pro's mission is to ‘protect all those who protect us all' and through the development of innovative, American-made, high-performance ballistic products like the ‘305 PRO', we are honoring that commitment," said Dan Erdberg, Chairman and CEO of Safe Pro Group Inc. "With over 30-years of experience, the successful development and sale of innovative ballistic protection products such as ‘305 PRO' demonstrates our ability to quickly respond to our customer's rapidly evolving needs. Having the new ‘305 PRO' accepted for listing on our GSA Schedule is the latest milestone in our efforts to pursue Federal, State and Local procurement opportunities. Whether its advanced ballistic protection products for law enforcement at home or supporting the international peacekeeping forces of the UN with Explosive Ordnance Disposal products, we stand ready to deliver solutions that help our customers protect their personnel and fulfill their critical missions."
Safe-Pro USA, a HUBZone-certified small business, is a specialist in the manufacturer of ultra-premium bullet and blast resistant protection equipment utilized by domestic and international customers in the military, law enforcement, and humanitarian/peacekeeping markets. It has more than 30 years of combined experience in the U.S. defense industry with a proven expertise and strength in the design, engineering, and manufacture of advanced armor composites. Safe-Pro USA offers a full array of bullet and blast resistant personal protection equipment including complete Explosive Ordnance Disposal ("EOD") Systems, demining aprons and bomb blankets, body armor and ballistic plates. Many of its products are available for purchase by Federal, State and Local government customers and agencies under a Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA).
To learn more about "305 PRO" and other featured ballistic protection products, please visit our website at https://safeprogroup.com/ballistic-protection/. For more information about Safe Pro Group, its subsidiaries, and technologies, please visit https://safeprogroup.com/ and connect with us on Linked-In, Facebook and X.
About Safe Pro Group Inc.
Safe Pro Group is a leading provider of artificial intelligence (AI) solutions specializing in drone imagery processing for humanitarian mine-clearing efforts. The Company leverages commercially available "off-the-shelf" drones with its proprietary machine learning and computer vision technology to rapidly identify explosive threats which provides a much safer and more efficient alternative to traditional human-based methods to analyze minefields. Built on a cloud-based ecosystem powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), Safe Pro Group's scalable platform is targeting multiple markets that include government, humanitarian aid, law enforcement, military and commercial sectors where its AI, protective gear, and drone-based services can work in synergy to deliver safety and operational efficiency. For more information on Safe Pro Group Inc., please visit https://safeprogroup.com/.
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