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Michael Witt

Michael Witt is the Director of Sales & Marketing at Kontek Industries. Michael is responsible for coordinating and executing sales strategies and marketing campaigns for the company. Prior to joining Kontek Industries, Michael was the Vice President of Sales of a U.S.-based physical security and surveillance company, where he managed a sales team supporting global security companies, the US Department of Defense, the US Department of Energy, law enforcement agencies, and various defense groups across the world. Michael Witt served in the United States Marine Corps from 2006 – 2010 and conducted combat operations in Afghanistan on multiple deployments. Michael has earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Gardner Webb University.

How To Utilize Range Barricades For Tactical Training Exercises

Range barricades will enhance your tactical training exercises significantly. They provide more realistic conditions much like what you would face in a situation where you must quickly take cover and fire a weapon. The effectiveness of range barricades depends heavily on how they are utilized in training. The key to training with barricades is to acknowledge all mistakes on the range rather than in the field where the consequences are much more costly. The position of your body in conjunction with the position of your weapon and points of contact are the most important factors to look over when using a barricade.

May 24, 2022 9:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Ballistic Glass, Threat Assessment, Target Hardening

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Preparing For Riots By Target Hardening Your Facility

Riots often subject unsuspecting business owners to burglary, looters, and vandalism. Riots are usually the result of 4 common causes, out of control celebrations, out of control protests, controversial events, and incitation. The best way to prepare for riots is to provide your facility with the right amenities and procedures to maintain a safe environment during unsafe circumstances. There is no single solution to make your facility completely riot-proof. To prevent riot destruction, you must acknowledge numerous techniques and come up with a solid plan.

Apr 26, 2022 9:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Ballistic Glass

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Ballistic Glass Stops More Than Bullets: Prevent Riot Destruction

Many people primarily think of ballistic glass as a bullet stopping solution for active shooter situations, but bullets aren’t the only threat you could face. Riots are a common issue across the United States and facilities located at the center of them are subjected to vandalism, burglary, and looters as a result. Local retailers are the most targeted as their facilities are full of merchandise and are often designed with a heavy use of glass windows and glass door entrances. Given the fragility of these glass components, they can easily become extremely vulnerable areas for rioters to commit break-ins. Ballistic glass offers a key solution to riot situations as they can withstand impact from potentially dangerous objects and projectiles.

Mar 29, 2022 9:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Threat Assessment, Shoot House, Special Forces Training, Tactical Training, CQB Training, Ballistic Shield

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CQB: Using Ballistic Shields For Shoot House Training

Close Quarters Combat or Close Quarters Battle training involves the preparation of tactical teams for situations where a physical fight with firearms between multiple individuals at a particularly short range may occur. Shoot houses help enhance both the performance of tactical teams and the efficiency of their missions as they are configured to resemble residential, industrial, and commercial areas. Throughout training, ballistic shields can be implemented for various scenarios. Raids, high-risk search warrants, and active shooter situations can be practiced with ballistic shields using both offensive and defensive tactics. There are fundamental CQB principles alongside room clearing and target engagement that are among the most common practices for tactical teams when implementing a ballistic shield in a shoot house.

Mar 15, 2022 9:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Ballistic Shield

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Ballistic Shield Tactics: Training With A Ballistic Shield

The ballistic shield is an important tool for modern tactical teams as they help protect expose areas from bullets and dangerous projectiles. It is safe to assume that ballistic shields will most likely always remain a vital factor of protection during intense situations and should be frequently utilized in training. All tactical officers must train with ballistic shields to become well versed in proper technique and have the ability to efficiently execute tactical maneuvers before deploying a shield. This article walks you through vital training tactics and various ballistic shield uses that are commonly utilized by many tactical teams.

Mar 1, 2022 9:30:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Ballistic Shield

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What Should You Look For In A Ballistic Shield?

Ballistic Shields, also known as tactical shields or bunker shields, are protective devices that are primarily utilized by police and military forces to block and deflect bullets and other dangerous projectiles aimed at operators. Situations that may require the use of a ballistic shield include but are not limited to riots, search warrants, and active shooter threats. Over the last 2 decades, there has been many technological innovations that led to new styles and variations of shields as well as modifications made for increased performance of specific features and applications.

Feb 15, 2022 9:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Ballistic Rated Enclosures, Prefabricated Guard Booth, Guard Booth

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What Is A Guard Booth’s Purpose? Guard Booths Explained

The primary purpose of installing a guard booth is to increase the safety of your facility and every person that enters. That’s the simple answer at least. What makes a guard booth capable of increasing safety? What kind of facilities need guard booths and how are they utilized? Understanding what makes a guard booth so important to have will give you the ability to make the best choices when considering a purchase for your location. This article explains guard booths, where they are used to enhance safety, and the advantages and features that come with them.

Jan 18, 2022 9:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Shoot House, Tactical Training

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How We Build A Shoot House: Sizes and Plans

At Kontek Industries, building a shoot house is as simple as customizing our design and utilizing the proper components that make the right structure for each customer’s needs. One of the key features of our shoot house is the modularity that provides our customers the option to expand, connect, or separate parts in whatever manner they choose. Our designs are primarily made up of a lightweight grid system with a proprietary connection but also weather resistant.

Jan 4, 2022 9:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Shoot House, Special Forces Training

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CQB: Using A Shoot House For Effective Training

Shoot houses are proven to enhance both the performance of tactical teams and the efficiency of their missions. The purpose of a shoot house is to implement close quarters combat training with realistic scenarios while using a standard tactical kit or a simunitions converted kit. For many years, shoot houses have served as an enhancement to flat ranges because operators are given much more focus on other factors of the mission besides basic marksmanship.

Dec 2, 2021 9:00:00 AM / by Michael Witt posted in Tactical Training, Industry Day

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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.

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Recent Posts

How To Utilize Range Barricades For Tactical Training Exercises

Preparing For Riots By Target Hardening Your Facility

Ballistic Glass Stops More Than Bullets: Prevent Riot Destruction

CQB: Using Ballistic Shields For Shoot House Training

Ballistic Shield Tactics: Training With A Ballistic Shield

What Should You Look For In A Ballistic Shield?

What Is A Guard Booth’s Purpose? Guard Booths Explained

How We Build A Shoot House: Sizes and Plans

CQB: Using A Shoot House For Effective Training

2021 Industry Day Recap

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