The world’s strongest fiber just got stronger

Next-generation protection for those who protect us.

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Lighter

Dyneema®’s combination of low weight and immense strength has always set it apart from other materials. With our third-generation fiber, that gap grows even wider.

We’ve achieved a 20% weight reduction for soft armor vests, surpassing our own records to further enhance mobility and protection for those in the line of duty.

15%

Stronger

And it does more with less. Compared to previous generations of Dyneema®, ballistic stopping power in soft armor vests is now up to 15% higher.*

Dive deeper into the future
of ballistic protection.

Born from science

How did we achieve this quantum leap in ballistic protection? It all comes down to our unique ability to innovate our fibers at the polymer level.

Through this unrivaled expertise in molecular engineering, we’ve discovered how to create a fiber with even higher tenacity – which results in even stronger protection against ballistic threats when used in Dyneema® unidirectional (UD) material.

From fiber to fortress

It’s been three decades since we released the first-ever UD material to bring the benefits of Dyneema® to military and law enforcement personnel. This was followed by a series of game-changing innovations which enabled off-the-chart ballistic V-50 performance.

Building on this legacy, we’ve achieved yet another breakthrough in ballistic protection with our new and improved Dyneema® UD. Manufactured at our facility in Greenville, North Carolina, we ensure that the next generation of protection is made by Americans for Americans.

The anatomy of a vest made with next-generation Dyneema® UD**

Why lightweight protection =

Survivability

Enhanced mobility

Comfort is officers’ top priority after ballistic stopping power*. By enabling lighter, more comfortable gear, our latest innovation allows personnel to fight smarter, better, and for longer.

Light enough to float on water
Stops bullets with a layer thinner than an iPhone
Increases mobility to perform critical tasks
Less exertion, fatigue, and injury in the field
Soldiers can carry more gear and gain a tactical advantage.

*Source: Dyneema® Law Enforcement Survey, September 2022

All-day wearability

Nearly half of police officers remove their armor due to lack of comfort.* That’s why Dyneema® UD is designed to deliver lasting comfort for all wearers.

Lower weight means greater comfort, user mobility, and tactical performance
Adapts to all body contours regardless of gender
Minimal stitching
Elasticity, flexibility, and compressibility for increased range of motion
Air permeability for superior thermal management.

*Source: Dyneema® Law Enforcement Survey, September 2022

Superior protection from every angle

Combat threats come in many forms, from many directions. For full-spectrum protection, our newest UD material distributes impact energy faster and more evenly than any other.

Protection against threats from ballistics, frags, stabs, and cuts
Outstanding angle and edge shot performance
Excellent multi-hit performance
Lightweighting enables larger vest protection area
Low trauma and minimal deformation of armor’s back side upon impact.

The fiber of choice for the

Elite

The world’s leading armed forces and law enforcement agencies place their trust in Dyneema®, recognizing its ability to offer unmatched protection while enhancing combat effectiveness. Harnessing the power of our next-generation Dyneema® UD will elevate their performance to an even higher level.

Law enforcement
agencies include:

New York Police Department
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
Chicago Police Department
Washington DC Metro
Baltimore City Police
Virginia State Police

US armed forces applications include:

Dyneema US Marine Corps Plate Carrier Generation III
US Marine Corps Enhanced Combat Helmet
US Marine Corps V-22 Osprey
US Army Modular Scalable Vest Generation II
US Army Integrated Head Protection System
US Army Soldier Protection System
US Military Joint Tactical Vehicle
US Navy Mark VI Patrol Boat
Advanced Bomb Suit

NATO member states using Dyneema® include:

Austria
Belgium
Denmark
Finland
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Italy
Lithuania

The Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Spain
Turkey
UK
USA

Looking to explore the next generation of ballistic protection?

We understand that upgrading your armor is a big decision, so please get in touch with our team of experts to hear more about what the third generation of Dyneema® can do!