Inspired by Innovation, Driven by Excellence

Innovative Materials for Armor Solutions

A Fresh Perspective

BGF is a collaborative innovator of advanced armor solutions for military and law enforcement. We believe in listening to our customers and communicating at all levels of the supply chain. We offer a fresh, new perspective to the Protective markets and want to partner with you to develop hybrid solutions to meet your specific threat level.

Capabilities

We offer flexibility in materials and design with capabilities of weaving, finishing, laminating, and research and development.

Products

Custom Protective
Custom Protective
Personal Protection
Personal Protection
Vehicle Armor
Vehicle Armor

Personal Protection

Military Helmet

Collaborate to Innovate

BGF strongly believes that collaboration is the key to innovative Research and Development. We produce materials for ballistic and stab protection made from 100% DuPont Kevlar® fibers ranging in denier from 400–3000.

We offer flexibility in materials and design for the innovative body armor manufacturer. From weaving to lamination, shoot pack design and testing, our Protective Fabrics Division will work with you to create a unique hybrid solution targeting the new NIJ0101.06 Standard.

Contact us to begin a knowledge-sharing partnership in the pursuit of fresh innovations in armor solutions.

End Use Applications

  • Ballistic Vests
  • Fragmentation Vests
  • Helmets
  • Blast Resistant Suits
  • Chainsaw Chaps
  • Cut Resistant Aprons
  • Bomb Blankets

Characteristics

  • Bullet Resistant
  • Fragment Resistant
  • Excellent Thermal Properties
  • Lightweight
  • Flexible
  • Excellent Dimensional Stability
  • Comfortable
  • High Strength
  • Cut Resistant
  • Chemical Resistant
  • Puncture Resistant
  • Slash Resistant
  • Flame Resistant
  • Self-Extinguishing

Our Capabilities

  • Weaving
  • Finishing
  • Lamination
  • Shoot Pack Design
  • Shoot Pack Assembly
  • Data Package
  • Reference Design

Configurations

  • 125-yard roll lengths
  • Standard widths: up to 63″
  • Standard finish: scoured, water repellent

Finishes

  • 656 – Scoured finish for ballistic Kevlar
  • 654 – Scoured and water repellent finish for ballistic Kevlar

Military Specifications

  • MIL-C-44050-A Addendum
  • Cloth, Ballistic, Armor

*Kevlar® is a registered trademark of DuPont.

Technical Data

Vehicle Armor

BGF produces fabrics woven from AGY’s S2 Glass®, DuPont Kevlar®, Teijin Twaron®, and Owens Corning ShieldStrand® fibers for optimum ballistic protection in military, law enforcement, and civilian markets.

How can we help protect your vehicles? Click here to let us know.

Military Jeep
Military Ship
Military Vehicle

Applications

  • Blast Containment
  • Cockpit Doors
  • Vehicle Armor
  • Personal Armor Plates & Shields

Characteristics

  • Bullet Resistant
  • Fragment Resistant
  • Excellent Thermal Properties
  • Lightweight
  • Flexible
  • Excellent Dimensional Stability
  • Comfortable
  • High Strength
  • Cut Resistant
  • Chemical Resistant
  • Puncture Resistant
  • Slash Resistant
  • Flame Resistant
  • Self-Extinguishing

Configurations

  • 125-yard roll lengths
  • Standard widths: up to 63″

Specifications

  • MIL-R60346C Type IV Class I

Technical Data

Custom Protective

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Innovation has kept BGF in the forefront of developing armor solutions for the ever-growing and evolving threats we face today. Our materials are used for blast containment, custom aircraft seating, and armor panels for shielding in schools and courthouses, to name a few. We will work with you to engineer a solution for your specific threat level.

Let us know about your specific protective needs and we will develop a solution that works.