Enforce Tac 17 - New helmets from 3M

The security situation in Europe has changed dramatically. Especially counterterrorism poses major challenges for the police. Police forces now require the same highly effective protective equipment as the military. Only in this way can they carry out their mission in the face of acute, so-called asymmetric threats. Therefore, 3M is presenting at the ENFORCE TAC in Germany, among other things, two ballistic head protection systems for increased safety in operations: the 3M Combat II helmet with the highest level of ballistic protection and the extremely light 3M N-Series Ultra Light Weight Ballistic Bump Helmet N49.

Whether it's shrapnel from explosions, such as hand grenades or booby traps, or gunfire from short and long weapons up to caliber 7.62 mm: police officers are exposed to much higher risks in operations nowadays than in the past. Therefore, the operational forces need equipment with the highest possible level of protection - similar to the latest military equipment. The newly available ballistic combat helmets from 3M in Germany are particularly well suited for today's operational scenarios.Highest protection in operations

The 3M Combat II Ballistic Helmet offers the highest level of protection in various danger situations. For example, in shrapnel resistance, the protection against shrapnel is up to 50 percent higher than with previously used standard combat helmets. Its helmet shell is seamlessly made of ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene composite. This way, ballistic weak spots in the layer structure are avoided. This material also makes the helmets lighter than comparable combat helmets. Another advantage: the optimized design is very compatible with other protective solutions, and the 4-point strapping system and the pad interior provide good shock absorption and stability as well as a high level of comfort. The Combat II has already been delivered over 100 thousand times in the USA. It has proven itself in use by the US Marine Corps and has already saved lives in operations against long weapons fire.

Ultralight and flexible

The 3M N-Series Ultra Light Weight Ballistic Bump Helmet N49 is an extremely light tactical operations helmet. This helmet is also made seamlessly from ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene fibers. It reliably protects against bullet impacts and shrapnel and offers very good shock absorption. With its light weight of around 600 grams, it is ideal for all operations where high mobility is required. A flexible rail system also allows operational forces to easily and securely attach all common accessories such as hearing protection caps and other equipment to the helmet.

3M - long-standing partner of government customers

With the Government Markets business unit, 3M has focused on the specific requirements of the military, police, fire department, emergency services, and authorities in the field of internal security. The focus for the defense technology and police equipment sector is on products to protect operational forces. These include, among other things, ballistic helmets, tactical hearing protection with optional radio connectivity, and ballistic ceramics for body armor plates. 3M alone has thousands of products with supply numbers in use for NATO.

Collaboration between 3M and SCHUBERTH

Since September 2015, 3M Deutschland GmbH and SCHUBERTH GmbH have been combining leading technologies in the field of ballistic head protection systems. The aim of the cooperation is, on the one hand, to initiate joint product developments. The focus is also on joint solutions for the maintenance and repair of military and police helmets as well as the distribution of proven 3M helmets through the company SCHUBERTH. SCHUBERTH in Magdeburg has been one of the leading manufacturers of head protection systems for various sectors, including the military and police, for decades.

About 3M

The diversified technology company 3M was founded in Minnesota, USA in 1902 and is now one of the most innovative companies worldwide. With nearly 90,000 employees in 200 countries, 3M generated a revenue of 30.3 billion US dollars in 2015. The basis for its innovation is the diverse use of 46 proprietary technology platforms. Today, the portfolio includes more than 50,000 different products for almost every area of life. 3M holds over 25,000 patents and makes about one-third of its sales with products that have been on the market for less than five years. More information at: www.3M.com

About SCHUBERTH

The helmet manufacturer SCHUBERTH - together with 3M at the Enforce Tac in Hall 10.1.232 - based in Magdeburg, has been developing and producing head protection systems in the high-end sector for 90 years. With a variety of innovative products, the company is one of the leading manufacturers of motorcycle and motorsport helmets as well as innovative head protection solutions in the areas of occupational safety, fire department, police, and military worldwide. More information at www.schuberth.com

EnforceTac March 1-2, 2017 - Hall 10.1.232

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