LEEDS, England, October 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --
Hesco® Bastion, Inc. a subsidiary to Leeds-based Hesco Bastion Ltd has successfully acquired a specialist manufacturer of ballistic plate inserts, RCS, which has been re-launched as Hesco Armor, LLC.
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Hesco Armor, based in Aberdeen, Washington, USA, will bring enhanced safety and advanced technology to the men and women of the US military, homeland security and local law enforcement agencies. The armour plates have been specially engineered to create a lighter and more resistant breast plate, ideal for protective wear in a civilian arena.
Michael Hughes, Chief Executive of Hesco Bastion Ltd, said: "From its foundation Hesco has always strived for innovation and integrity and this addition to the company remains true to that ethos. As an extension of the Leeds-based Hesco this is an excellent development for the business. We are expanding our global portfolio by bringing to market more innovative solutions for protecting those that protect us."
A comparatively new company, established in 2012, RCS made an impact in the ballistic plate market with their innovative trauma reduction, post impact, body plates. Soon after launch, the ballistic plates were chosen by the United States Coast Guard and sales have also been made to other federal agencies.
Hesco Bastion, Inc., the US manufacturer of HESCO defensive earth-filled barriers, and continue to demonstrate their commitment towards defence, protection and security with this acquisition; Stephanie Victory, Chief Executive of Hesco Bastion, Inc., said: "When purchasing Hesco products you are purchasing the legacy, the integrity, people know they can trust Hesco to protect that which is important to them."
RCS employees will remain with the company, and the 15,000 foot facility at Port Gray's Harbor Coastal Innovation Zone will remain the manufacturing and research facility.
About HESCO Bastion Inc
Based in the UK and the US, Hesco Bastion Group was founded by the renowned Leeds industrialist and philanthropist, Jimi Heselden and is a leader in the design and manufacture of rapidly deployable, ground-mounted barrier systems for the purposes of military protection, homeland security and flood protection.
About Reed Composite Solutions
Located in Aberdeen, Washington, RCS, LLC was founded in 2012. Bringing enhanced safety and advanced technology to the men and women of the US Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, and other federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.
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