Advanced EOD Bomb Suit and Helmet

An advanced design bomb suit and helmet that offers the highest ballistic protection in the world, meeting the demanding US MIL-SPEC 622E standard, which is far superior to the non-ratified NATO STANAG 2920 standard to which most other leading manufacturers of bombsuits comply.

Suit

The suit is constructed from Kevlar® with an outer anti-static cover of 50/50 Nomex/Kevlar and comprises of a jacket, crotchless trousers, groin cup and rigid ballistic panels.

The design of the suit is based on the results of extensive tests carried out by the US Department of Defence and effectively counters the four main threats faced by IED/EOD disposal technicians of fragmentation, overpressure, impact and heat.

Fragmentation

The greatest threat to the IED technician arises from fragments emitted from the bomb and other objects in the surrounding area which can enter the body at supersonic speeds.

The lightweight, removable, composite ballistic panels fitted to the suit protect the upper torso, shoulders, neck, arms and legs while maintaining lightness and manoeuvrability.

In addition, the suit is supplied with rigid ballistic panels to provide added protection to the chest, lower abdomen and groin areas.

These have been tested at speeds of up to 1667m/s.

Heat

The outer material is constructed from flame retardant Nomex/Kevlar® mix which protects the user against burns.

Overpressure

The pressure wave from a blast can cause severe damage to the lungs, eardrums and cause trauma in other body areas.

The design of the suit is such that both sets of ballistic panels limit the effects of the overpressure on the body while the collar completely encloses the neck area and overlaps the helmet.

Impact

The impact of the blast on the body can cause differential acceleration between the head and torso which can break the neck and cause damage to the spine. The suit is fitted with an articulated spine protector while the raised suit collar overlapping the helmet limits the differential acceleration between body and head.

Helmet

The helmet, which offers protection against fragments with velocities of over 683m/s, is made of a lightweight, high strength, fibre and weighs only 3.6kgs with visor (2.7kgs without visor).

The ergonomic design allows ease of movement and good visibility without neck strain.

The visors' fully laminated acrylic and polycarbonate construction enhances its margin of safety against multiple fragment hits. The visor provides clear undistorted vision and is also removable.

The helmet incorporates MIL-SPEC microphone and speakers and a forced air ventilation system.

The battery pack provides up to 5 hours of continuous operation of the ventilation system and uses standard 9V batteries.

All wiring in both the suit and the helmet, controlling the ventilation system, is incorporated within the suit itself to eliminate the danger of snagging.

Cooling System

For use in hot environments an optional cooling system is available.

This is worn under the suit and consists of a Nomex body suit with a capillary tube network stitched into it.

This is connected to a 2 litre water reservoir and pump that circulates ice water around the body.

Communication Systems

Two systems are available which are compatible with the speakers and microphone fitted to the helmet, as standard.

The hardwire system is a compact unit and can be used with most standard reels of two wire firing cable without causing distortion.

It is supplied with a headset and microphone for use by a second party and avoids the need for a 'push to talk' type system.

A full duplex, wireless system is also available that features a very low level of RF radiation in transmission, to minimise the risk of activating IED's at the device, and a very sensitive receiver ensuring that the second party can always be heard.

The user has the option of switching off the transmitter when he reaches a device while still being able to receive incoming signals.

The user can also hear his own voice at a reduced level so that he is conscious of the signal being received by the second party.

Both systems operate from standard 9v rechargeable batteries.

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