When it comes to tactical gear for SWAT and other special units, few items have become as relied on as ballistic shields. They provide real protection for officers wading into danger. In many ways, the ballistic shield has not evolved much over the years, but that has changed today. RTS Tactical has announced a patent on a structural improvement to the ballistic shield. The boltless viewport assembly.
Boltless Viewport Assembly – Eliminating Weak Points
RTS Tactical has announced that it has been awarded another U.S. Patent for its Boltless Viewport for a ballistic shield. Designed to address longstanding challenges associated with traditional Ballistic Shield Glass viewport construction, the patented system reflects RTS Tactical’s mission to raise the Standard for modern body armor.
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Traditional ballistic shield viewports typically rely on bolts or adhesive systems to secure transparent armor to the shield body. While widely used throughout the industry, these methods can introduce gaps, weak points, and degrade under heat or repeated impact. RTS Tactical’s patented boltless viewport assembly was developed to create a more reliable solution, eliminating the need for traditional viewport bolts or boltless systems that rely on adhesives, while providing a secure mechanical connection of the viewport to the shield body.
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Several Models
The newly patented technology is currently featured in several RTS Tactical ballistic shield platforms, including the LEGION Ballistic Shield, Centurion Ballistic Shield, and Lead Entry Ballistic Shield, all designed to meet the evolving needs of law enforcement and tactical professionals operating in high-risk environments.
The issuance of U.S. Patent No. 12,624,927 represents more than intellectual property protection. It serves as recognition of RTS Tactical’s continued investment in research, development, and advanced engineering.
For more information, visit RTS Tactical.
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