Executive Defense International (EDI-USA)

Employee Size

51-200

Organization Type

Privately Held

Headquarters

Philadelphia, PA

Originally founded in Pennsylvania to serve local police forces, Executive Defense International has built its identity around protective equipment for people working in dangerous situations. The company now supplies riot gear and body armor to public-safety and government users in the United States and abroad, with custom configurations available for agency needs. EDI-USA maintains ISO 9001:2015 certification and exports to more than 45 countries.

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