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Article: The new role of body armor for security. (Technologies: Body armor).
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- Security
- Article date:
- December 1, 2001
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Since the disastrous terrorist events of September 11, 2001, the role and function of security has changed forever. Everywhere you look, you will see increased and improved security. From bus stations to nuclear plants, security is now on the frontline of protection against everything from common criminals to international terrorists.
In light of this refined and enhanced role of security, it is time to take a new look at the role of body armor for the protection of security professionals.
In the layman's vernacular, it is called a bulletproof vest. In law enforcement circles, it is properly called concealable body armor. Whatever you call it, body armor ...