Honeywell's Ballistic Material To Help Protect Australian Troops

Australian Defence Force to deploy next-generation body armor using Spectra Shield(r) II on battlefields in Afghanistan, other regions

(Morris Township, N.J., September 17, 2008) -- Honeywell (NYSE: HON) announced today its Spectra Shield(r) II ballistic material will be a key component in a new body armor system for the Australian Defence Force (ADF).


Honeywell's latest shield technology will be used in protective hard body armor plates as part of the new Modular Combat Body Armour System (MCBAS). Manufactured by Australian Defence Apparel (ADA), the modular system provides protection for the neck, chest, upper and lower arm, groin and buttock, and upper and lower leg.

"Through our partnership with ADA, we are enabling troops to wear ballistics protection specifically designed to provide superior stopping capability in tough combat situations worldwide," said Joe Gelo, business director for Honeywell's Advanced Fibers and Composites business. "Honeywell ballistic technology is already helping to protect U.S. and NATO forces and we are pleased to add the ADF to that growing list."

Source : Honeywell International, Inc. (NYSE: HON)