This latest advancement in armor plates provides all around protection againt the 7. Five thousand sets were made and evaluated to almost unanimous approval as well as providing adequate. Body armor ballistic protection tactical vest kevlar. Spartan armor systems accepts returns within 10 business days of product receipt for all products. Nts offers nij approved testing for ballistic resistance of body armor and other. We accept visa, mastercard, american express and paypal for all orders. In mid december, the nij granted authorization to the compliance testing program ctp to. A ballistic vest or bulletresistant vest, often called a bulletproof vest, is an item of personal. It can be applied, both in the field, and in everyday life, without a serious tax on your. Our designs are evaluated at our private lab and subsequently tested at certified, private. The list is updated whenever new armor is found compliant with nij standard0101. Sep 01, 2000 the purpose of this standard is to establish minimum performance requirements and test methods for the ballistic resistance of personal body armor intended to protect the torso against gunfire.
All testing for body armor that meets the nij levels of protection is administered at independent, government approved weapons testing laboratories. What nij certification means understanding the nij certification. In the past year, seventeen 17 police officers have been shot through their concealable level iiia duty vests and this tactical nighmare continues to rise. Body armor compliance testing national institute of justice. United states law restricts possession of body armor for convicted felons. We also thank the nij for its diligent work on behalf of law enforcement officers everywhere. At safariland, we welcome and support the new standard, and have long been following its development. Level iii armor or greater is the best choice for protection among the armors on the cpl. Policeone brings you complete, uptodate coverage of the new nij body armor standards, including resources, articles, and exclusive reports to.
Brand new concealable bulletproof vest stabproof body armor nij 3a medium. In brief congressional research service 2 armor standards since 1972. Turtleskin body armor signifies a new benchmark of performance in personal protection. Certified nij compliant level iiia armor panels level iiia body armor protects the wearer against all lower levels and 9mm fmj round nose fmj rn rounds, with nominal masses of 8. Nij iiia ballistic, bullet proof plates, insert soft body armor. Nij stands for national institute of justice, the governing body that.
Body armor selection guide law enforcement products. Its essential to make sure that any armor design is independently tested or nij certified. Nij develops standards and test methods for law enforcement and corrections equipment, including body armor, and operates the nij compliance testing program ctp. The purpose of this standard is to establish minimum performance requirements and test methods for the ballistic resistance of personal body armor intended to protect the torso against gunfire. The arx tactical body armor is a unique combination of high performance armor design and highstrength, lightweight aramid ud ballistic panels. This standard is a general revision of nij standard 0101. Total ratings 4, secpro concealable bulletproof vest made with kevlar nij 06 level iiia large. Ballistics testing types of tests certifications and. For example, in the us the national institute of justice nij is responsible for approving body armour, and is widely considered to be the world leader in testing and grading bullet proof vests. Obl is also certified by the us army aberdeen test center to perform testing in the hard armor and soft. Nij and dod approved labels must adhere to strict standards of durability and continued readability, since the information on them is critical to the. The cjd funding announcement states grant funds are restricted to obtaining body armor compliant with the national institute of justice nij standard ballistic. The following terms from astm e3005 are applicable. The nij not only sets ballistic armor standards, it also runs an extensive testing program and encourages manufacturers to submit their armor panels, both.
September 2, 2015 by bullet proof vest shop leave a comment. Nij, or the national institute of justice, handles the development, testing and certification of both ballisticresistant and stabresistant body armor in the united states. Selection and application guide to personal body armor ncjrs. Nij awards research, development, testing, evaluation, and capacity enhancement grants. Comment period open we are seeking feedback from the public on a proposed revision of nij standard 0115. In addition to being tested for nij compliance, body armor models must meet workmanship and labeling requirements. Body armor labels, dod approved labels advantage label. Our backpack armor will fit into your school bag laptop pocket, hydration pocket, or laptop carry bags capable of accepting up to 15. This is the lowest level of protection currently available for body armor.
Here is a breakdown of the different threat levels that you need to consider when purchasing a body armor. The nij is responsible for evaluating body armor in the u. Hundreds of first responders to benefit from stateoftheart body armor, including ballistic resistant vests and helmets certified to nij requirements and tested against special threats central lake, mi, june 8, 2017 central lake armor express, inc. May 31, 2019 jtic oversees an nij standardsbased testing program in which equipment such as ballistic and stabresistant body armor, and semiautomatic pistols are tested on a passfail basis. Level iiia provides the highest level of concealable body armor protection from highvelocity 9 mm and. Body armor june 2001 nij 2005 interim requirements for bulletresistant body armor september 2005 note. At these facilities, the armor must be put through a grueling weeklong torture test. Hosdb 2007 stab resistant body armor standard hosdb british institute also has their version for stab resistant body armor. This fullwrap design provides nij level ii protection and is tested to the swedish rps 1 standard, including 9 x 19 dm11 a1b2. Rifleresistant body armor grant texas association of counties. Nij raises the bar for body armor manufacturers with nij. The care and labeling of these products is just as important. Nij encourages law enforcement agencies to select body armor that their officers will wear and. If you dont see anything of interest, we also offer a.
The vest you buy should meet your taste while providing you with maximum mobility, comfort and protection. Body armor ballistic protection tactical vest kevlar vest. The higher the level, the stronger the threat it can protect against, and each level is capable of stopping lower level attacks. Policeone brings you complete, uptodate coverage of the new nij body armor standards, including resources, articles, and exclusive reports to help police officers stay safe in their body armor. Body armor is a ballisticresistant vest that is made up of a carrier and soft armor panels or hard armor plates. Federal register national institute of justice compliance. National institute of justice raises the bar for armor manufacturers with nij standard 0101. The nij standards and testing program develops and publishes equipment. Sep 02, 2015 kevlar body armor level iiia nij certified september 2, 2015 by bullet proof vest shop leave a comment if you are thinking of buying yourself a kevlar body armor, you need to make your choice not on an impulse, but with some research.
Make offer brand new concealable bulletproof vest stabproof body armor nij 3a medium. Nij developing technology standards nlectc body armor database. The 2 most used ballistic standards for body armor. Armor express, a leading manufacturer and distributor of highperformance body armor solutions, is pleased to. National institute of justice nij released a new standard for body armor, the nij standard 0101. As a result the lives of more than 3,000 officers have been saved. Body armor purchase considerations for a correctional officer. The national institute of justice provides levels as the rating system for all body armor and ballistic materials. Ballistic resistance of body armor nij standard0101. Jtic also conducts comparative evaluations testing equipment under field conditions on patrol vehicles, patrol vehicle tires, replacement brake pads and cut. Nij also has a followup inspection and testing requirement to ensure that. It is broken down into different levels based upon degree of threat. Body armor testing oregon ballistic laboratories obl is an nij certified, nvlap accredited body armor testing laboratory nvlap lab code 2008260 capable of performing all portions of nij standard 0101. Though we offer free shipping on all of our items, it does not mean there is not an expense associated with the shipping.
Armor express, a leading manufacturer and distributor of highperformance body armor solutions, is pleased to announce today that. All orders will be charged immediately upon purchase. The list is updated whenever new armor is found compliant with nij standard 0101. A bullet proof vest is designed to protect against various threats such as ballistic, edged or spike protection or a combination of these 3 threats. In middecember, the nij granted authorization to the compliance testing program ctp to. Body armor and other tactical equipment all must meet specific requirements and compliance in their development and manufacturing. The standard established by the nij is widely known and accepted by police agencies throughout. The national institute of justice nij first began testing and deciding on what the ballistic and stab resistance criteria should be for body armor safety vests in the mid1970s. National institute of justice nij 0101 standard that is still in place today now in. The new dyneema material we use in our comfort soft armor panel allows for a ballistic panel that is four times more flexible than our previous nij level ii product. Department of justice doj national institute of justice nij office of science and technology requested the establishment of a nvlap program to accredit laboratories that test ballistic and stabresistant personal body armor to support the voluntary minimum performance standards developed for nij by the national institute of standards and technology nist. This armor b alances weight, protection, and concealability. With this in mind, safe life defense created a specialized. If you are thinking of buying yourself a kevlar body armor, you need to make your choice not on an impulse, but with some research.
Nijs testing program exists to ensure that law enforcement and corrections officers have the best information available about the performance and safety of equipment tested by the. Review a list of publications and articles from both nij and the researchers we fund. Nij administers a program to test commercially available armor for compliance with the standards to determine whether the vests will perform as expected. Lightweight soft body armor program to develop modern, concealable, soft body armor.
Oregon ballistic laboratories obl is an nij certified, nvlap accredited body armor testing laboratory nvlap lab code 2008260 capable of performing all portions of nij standard 0101. Cast, the centre for applied science and technology, does. The respective institution in the uk is the home offices centre for applied science and technology cast, formerly hosdb, which is considered to. Who can apply for a state body armor replacement fund grant. Ballistic resistance of personal body armor nij standard 0101.
To eliminate the potential for such confusion, the ctp intends to remove all older. It is very similar to the nij standard and the ideas behind both standards are the same as both nij and hosdb have been working together for many years, to improve and develop their standards. Rifleresistant body armor equipment information sb12. This includes items that are on backorder or delayed. The single most important thing to look for when shopping for body armor is the nij national institute of justice rating. This level is mostly outdated, since higher protection levels are now just as concealable. Nij iiia ballistic, bullet proof plates, insert soft body. Do not attempt to imitate anything contained herein. Understanding the nij body armor performance standards. Nij level iiia body armor certification warwick mills pr. The nij is committed to improving learning and understanding of criminal and justice issues through scientific study. Lester shubin, a program manager at the nij, managed this law enforcement feasibility study within a few selected. This video is for educational purposes and discussion only. Nij administers a program to test commercially available armor for compliance with the standards to determine whether the vests will perform.
The existence of the cpls associated with superseded versions of the nij body armor standard may lead officers and agencies to believe that the body armor models listed on those cpls have been tested to the most current version of the nij body armor standard. Stab resistant body armor is a vest or similar article which is manufactured of material that conforms to or exceeds the minimum performance standards contained in the national institute of justices nij standard0115. Origin of the 44mm behindarmor blunt trauma standard. Level iv armor is the best choice for protection among the armors on the cpl. Nij level iia is typically used by individuals that are undercover and cannot risk being identified nij level ii.
We have finally created the lightest ceramic nij 0101. Nij, national institute of justice, has created body armor performance standards. While we do not have a current national database of correctional officers killed or injured in the line of. Jtic oversees an nij standardsbased testing program in which equipment such as ballistic and stabresistant body armor, and semiautomatic. With these stand alone plates you do not need a backer or soft armor panel behind it. The nij levels for bullet proof armour outline the various strengths and sizes of ammunition that a bullet proof vest can protect against.