Stone Smart Solutions, formerly known as Protective Solutions Group International, develops protective-design products and services for extreme loading events such as explosions, ballistic attacks and forced entry. Its New York-based work spans research and development, software and training, while affiliated ventures add large-scale blast testing and modular mitigation systems. The company also developed ProtectiFlex, a lightweight concrete-like material designed to absorb energy and support blast- and ballistic-resistant construction.
Mitigation TechnologiesFounded in 1991 after Craig Schwartz invented SAFETYDRAPE®, Mitigation Technologies designs and manufactures blast- and ballistic-protection products for the warfighters, law enforcement officers, schools, and organizations that need safer structures and vehicles. The Mercersburg, Pennsylvania company develops both standard and custom security solutions, including its patented SAFETYDRAPE® system and rapidly deployable protective barriers, with installations ranging from the White House to Australia. Schwartz continues to manage daily operations and lead the company’s research and development, while its products are made in the USA.337920MERCERSBURG, PA
Baker Ballistics, LLCFounded in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks by retired NYPD Emergency Service Unit lieutenant Alfred J. Baker, Baker Ballistics designs and manufactures American-made handheld ballistic shields for law enforcement, military and security personnel. Its MRAPS and Baker Batshield lines pair rifle or handgun protection with portable designs that let responders move and operate a long gun behind the shield, while patented support equipment such as The Reaper exoskeleton helps manage the load. The company says its shields are now used by thousands of personnel worldwide.315990LITITZ, PA
Monarc Holdings IncMonarc Holdings develops and grows technologies designed to protect people, places, and things, with a focus on advanced materials and defense-related solutions. Its family of brands includes DARKMATTER®, which develops material-science solutions for ballistic protection, and Exerys™, which supports products such as the V.E.T.S. variable engagement target system. Co-founder Brett Maurer brings more than 16 years of law-enforcement and military tactical experience, along with patents and published work in ballistic science.ROCHESTER, NY
Med-Eng Holdings ULCFounded in 1981, Med-Eng Holdings ULC designs, tests and manufactures protective equipment and specialized tools for military, public safety and humanitarian demining personnel. Its Ottawa-area work is grounded in blast-effects research, with solutions used in approximately 100 countries and territories, including bomb suits, blast sensors and vehicle blast-attenuation seats. Med-Eng has been part of The Safariland Group since 2013 and has fielded approximately 10,000 blast-attenuation seats in military vehicles.OGDENSBURG, NY