New Ultra- Lightweight Viscoelastic Material for Body Armor Applications
The Monarc Group are a very talented bunch that have a deep understanding of viscoelastic materials and the science behind how these materials mitigate the …
Advancing Armor Technology: Tom Brown, Inc. and Energetic Test Labs Collaborate to Meet NIJ .07 Standards
At Tom Brown, Inc., we are proud to announce our strategic partnership with Energetic Test Labs, a premier NVLAP-accredited (Lab Code 600369-0) test laboratory based …
Vibration Damping Using Foams and Adhesive Materials
When a surface vibrates, it disturbs the adjacent air resulting in sound waves that can be unpleasant. Common sources of these vibrations particularly in machinery …
Partner Spotlight: E.R. Shaw – A Legacy of Precision and Innovation in Firearms
In the heart of Bridgeville, PA, stands a testament to American craftsmanship and innovation in the firearms industry – E.R. Shaw. With a storied history …
What is Tensile Strength and Why Does It Matter?
The technical data sheets for films, foams, foils, and many tapes often contain tensile strength values. But what do these values represent and why do …
Advantages of ArmaComfort® MTD Foam Tape for Sound Transmission Reduction
Armacell®, a leader in foam technology, has introduced a new foam tape called ArmaComfort® MDT to help reduce sound transmission in commercial buildings. (MTD stands …
Foams for Trauma Pad Body Armor Applications
(Diagram Courtesy of Energetic Test Labs) When a bullet hits the outer surface of body armor, that kinetic energy causes the armor to flex and …
Custom Packaging Foam for High Value Products – A Case Study
(The Excursion Rifle by Shaw Barrels) Shaw Barrels in Bridgeville, PA (just south of Pittsburgh) is over 100 years old and produces high precision barrels …
Tom Brown: Celebrating 40 Years in the Tape Conversion Business
This year marks the 40th anniversary that Tom Brown began converting tape and transforming itself from a distributor of sealants and adhesive products to a …