Defenshield

Name

Defenshield

Legal name

Defenshield, Inc.

Website

https://defenshield.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ballistic Protective Equipment

NAICS

Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (332994)

SIC

Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles) (3480)

akta.pro primary industry

Armor Systems (Passive/Reactive/Active Protection) & Survivability Kits (IMABAJAJ)

Keywords

• Ballistic protection equipment
• Mobile defensive shields
• Modular armor systems
• Tactical security barriers
• Physical security solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Augustine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Ballistic Protective Equipment Sales: Defenshield generates revenue through the sale of physical ballistic protective equipment including mobile shields (MDFP/SafePoint), barrier systems, riot shields, ballistic furniture, modular armor, and tactical accessories. Products are sold as one-time capital equipment purchases to government agencies, military, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure operators. Revenue is project/contract-based with no recurring subscription component.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Defenshield manufactures and sells mobile, modular ballistic protective equipment including Mobile Defensive Fighting Positions (MDFP/SafePoint), STEGO Modular Armor Systems, Barrier Cap and Rail Cap barrier systems, ballistic furniture (Safe Desk, Safe Bench, Glass/Armor Partitions), non-ballistic riot shields, and tactical kits. Products are independently certified to NIJ Level III, IIIA, and IV standards and to U.S. Department of State DS-STD-01.01, and are sold to military, federal agencies, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure customers through GSA Schedule, National Stock Numbers, and international distributors.

Product overview

Defenshield is a physical security equipment manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of ballistic protective equipment and tactical solutions. The core product line centers on Mobile Defensive Fighting Positions (MDFP)/SafePoint mobile ballistic shields in multiple protection levels (NIJ III and IV), complemented by modular armor systems (STEGO), barrier systems (Barrier Cap, Rail Cap), ballistic furniture (Safe Desk, Safe Bench, Glass/Armor Partitions), and non-ballistic riot shields (PointMan, Capture Shield). Tactical solutions include the DET-Kit for tactical site exploitation and Mag-D grenade dispenser. A full range of accessories supports the core products including tow bars, casters, heaters, searchlights, awnings, Bridgeport connectors, LRAD acoustic devices, and Camography custom camouflage. Products are certified to NIJ standards and Department of State specifications, with deployment across military, law enforcement, government, and critical infrastructure sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SafePoint: Mobile Security Stations - mobile ballistic shield product line also known as MDFP (Mobile Defensive Fighting Position)
• STEGO
• PointMan
• MAG-D
• DET-Kit
• Capture Shield
• Camography

Products and services

• Mobile Defensive Fighting Position (MDFP) / SafePoint® Mobile ballistic shields providing full coverage and full field-of-view protection against rifle threats. Available in NIJ Level III (DS-180 Series) and NIJ Level IV (DS-190, DS-390 Series) ratings. Deployable in seconds to protect personnel during base defense, mobile operations, and perimeter control for military, law enforcement, and federal agencies.
• STEGO® Modular Armor System Self-supporting, modular armor system enabling security teams to create Tactical Operations Centers, safe houses, bunkers, and other protected positions against rifle rounds up to NIJ Level IV 30-06 AP. Built using connected blocks with detent pins for rapid assembly without tools.
• STEGO Modular Ballistic Podium

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,000 MDFP/SafePoint units deployed globally with zero warranty or liability claims in 23+ years
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch and development partnership established July 2017 focused on developing new bullet, blast, and fragment resistant materials and systems. Combines ERAU's research capabilities with Defenshield's commercialization expertise across Military, Agency, Aviation, Nuclear, and International customer segments. Aims to create new opportunities for grant awards and commercialization of protective equipment innovations.
• Peak Beam Systems, Inc.coreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership announced August 2013 for integration of Peak Beam's Maxa Beam Searchlight into Defenshield's product line. The Maxa Beam provides 12,000,000 CandlePower output, motorized beam width adjustment, and strobe function as a non-lethal weapon. Integrated into MDFP, SafePoint, STEGO Modular Armor, Fox Hole, and Barrier Cap systems. Available through GSA Schedule.
• BoeingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a business partner in Defenshield's customer support ecosystem. Boeing represents one of multiple outstanding partners helping serve clients across government and defense markets.
• SAIC (Science Applications International Corporation)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a business partner. SAIC is a major systems integrator serving U.S. government customers in defense, intelligence, and civilian markets.
• MC DeanminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerListed as a business partner providing systems integration and consulting services for defenshield's products in government facility installations.
• LRAD CorporationcoreTechnology or IntegrationLong-range acoustic device (LRAD) manufacturer. Defenshield integrates LRAD 100X, 300X (450XL), 500X, and 1000XI acoustic hailing devices into MDFP and SafePoint products for long-range alerts, command broadcasts, and non-lethal threat deterrence. LRAD products range from 137db to 153db max output with operational ranges from 250m to 1,250m.
• ADS (ADS Operational Equipment and Logistics)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a business partner serving Hurlburt Field, FL operations. ADS provides operational equipment and logistics support.
• Seneca HoldingsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a business partner in Defenshield's ecosystem supporting government and defense customer implementations.
• Federal ResourcesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorListed as a business partner. Federal Resources is a government contractor and distributor of defense and security equipment.
• AECOMminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerListed as a business partner providing design, consulting, and infrastructure services supporting Defenshield product installations at government facilities.
• Johnson ControlsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a business partner in Defenshield's partner ecosystem for serving government and critical infrastructure customers.
• HITT (HITT Contracting)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerListed as a business partner providing construction and contracting services supporting Defenshield product installations.
• International Maritime Security Network (IMSN)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with IMSN providing ballistic protective components for IMSN's Trident Shield Anti-Piracy System for maritime vessels. Defenshield's Rail Caps, MDFPs, and armor are integrated into the multi-product anti-piracy platform. Collaboration includes maritime anti-piracy training with Maine Maritime Academy.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Point Blank Enterprises: One of the largest U.S. manufacturers of body armor, ballistic vests, and protective equipment serving DoD, federal agencies, and law enforcement. Comparable to Defenshield as a NIJ-certified ballistic protection supplier with deep government contract penetration.
• Safariland: A leading manufacturer of body armor, ballistic shields, and tactical equipment for law enforcement, military, and security professionals. Directly comparable to Defenshield in NIJ-certified ballistic shields, riot shields, and force-protection product portfolios sold through government channels.
• Velocity Systems: Specialty provider of body armor, plates, and tactical load-carrying equipment for military and law enforcement. Comparable to Defenshield as a tactical-protection specialist selling NIJ-rated equipment through government and federal channels.
• Hardwire LLC: Manufacturer of ballistic armor plates, shields, and armored panels for U.S. military and federal customers. Directly comparable as a smaller-scale, NIJ Level III/IV-certified supplier of mobile and modular ballistic protection solutions.
• Revision Military: Designer and manufacturer of ballistic eyewear, armor, and tactical protective equipment for militaries and law enforcement globally. Comparable to Defenshield as a tactical survivability specialist with NIJ-certified protection products.
• First Choice Armor & Equipment: Manufacturer of body armor and ballistic equipment for military, federal, and law enforcement customers. Explicitly named in a 2014 patent infringement suit against Defenshield, confirming it as a direct competitor in mobile ballistic shields and protective equipment.

Broad incumbents

• BAE Systems (Survivability & Armor): Global defense prime with broad survivability, armored vehicle, and protective systems franchises supplying the U.S. DoD. Comparable to Defenshield at a higher scale in the survivability and force-protection category, though not a pure-play mobile shield vendor.
• General Dynamics (Ordnance and Tactical Systems): Large defense prime offering armored vehicles, weapons systems, and survivability solutions to U.S. and allied militaries. Comparable to Defenshield as an incumbent in adjacent force-protection and armored platform categories.
• Rheinmetall Defence: European defense group providing armored vehicles, protection systems, and tactical equipment to NATO and allied militaries. Comparable to Defenshield as a broad incumbent in survivability and modular protection at much larger scale.

Others

• 3M (Personal Safety / Ballistic Materials): Through its Ceradyne ballistic ceramics and Scotchshield/Pelican armor materials businesses, 3M supplies ballistic protection materials and components used across the protective equipment industry. Comparable to Defenshield as an upstream materials and equipment provider to the same DoD and law enforcement customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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