2021 Industry Day Recap

Kontek Industry Day is a one-of-a-kind annual event for experts in law enforcement, security and defense personnel, and leaders in the nuclear sectors. We pride ourselves in providing a unique experience that is both informative and exciting for everyone involved. This year’s Industry Day included two days of networking, keynote speakers, and free tactical training open to all law enforcement, military, DOE, & nuclear security forces. Our event was held at the Government Training Institute in Barnwell, SC.

Guide To Understanding Ballistic Glass Ratings NIJ & UL

Ballistic glass is rated by two companies: Underwriters Laboratory and The National Institute of Justice. Both have security levels for bullet-resistant systems.

What Types of Bullets Can Shields Stop: Mobile Ballistic Shields

Can A Ballistic Shield Stop A Bullet: Mobile Ballistic Shields

Ballistic shields come in several levels. Each level stops certain projectiles at certain speeds. Choosing the wrong level of protection means that someone could get severely injured or killed. The level you choose depends on what type of situations you find your officers in on a regular basis. However, more protection denies maneuverability. If you need maneuverability, you sacrifice protection.

Target Hardening Techniques To Prepare You For Threats

Target hardening has the potential to make any structure or property safer from threats. From high-profile buildings to out-of-the-way sheds, target hardening crime prevention is a security tactic that can be used by anyone to make it harder for a criminal to penetrate their walls or boundaries. There are numerous target hardening measures that a person might take though, and one size does not fit all. Homeowners might get a dog to dissuade burglars, while a politician might insist on ballistic glass to prevent bullets from penetrating their car. We'll look at the many examples of target hardening in the real world and how they're used to button up vulnerabilities and give everyone a little more peace of mind. 

What Is Target Hardening And What Does It Mean?

Target hardening is a term used by law enforcement and military. Target hardening is enhancing the security of a building or facility by deterring and delaying threats from penetrating your defenses.

The idea is to transform the structure to make it look more difficult or unattractive to target. When it comes down to it, there are no buildings that are entirely secure from attack, but there are ways to increase security once you understand how the process works.

Shoot House Plans: Features and Design of a Shoot House

Have you made the decision to build a shoot house? Shoot house plans can range from large to very small.

It’s not easy being law enforcement or military. The amount of training necessary is vital to ensuring their safety and the environments they protect.