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Building Armor - Ballistic, Blast, Forced Entry Resistant
Building Armor - Engineered to withstand ballistic threats, blasts, and extreme impacts for next-generation construction. Ballistic performance tested to UL 752; engineered to resist blast and extreme impact.
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Amidon Shield Hardened Building Materials
Amidon Shield is a fortified cementitious material system from 360 Ballistics, LLC dba. Amidon developed for facilities that require more than conventional construction.
The material is designed for hardened walls, envelopes, and site components where ballistic resistance, blast resilience, impact protection, and long-term durability are required. It can be used in precast, cast-in-place, and modular applications depending on the project requirements.Amidon Shield supports the protection of people, assets, and critical infrastructure without forcing owners to abandon familiar construction methods.
Built for hardened construction. Designed for real-world threats.
| Property | Standard | Age | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compressive strength | ASTM C39 | 28-day | 5,880 psi |
| Compressive strength | ASTM C39 | 365-day | 7,020 psi |
| Flexural strength | ASTM C78 | 28-day | 1,270 psi |
| Splitting tensile strength | ASTM C496 | 28-day | 560 psi |
| Drying shrinkage | ASTM C157 | 28-day air cure | −0.074% |
| Freeze–thaw | AASHTO T161 | 300 cycles | DF 100, no change |
Amidon Shield is specified at 4,500 psi compressive strength (f′c) at 28 days per ASTM C39. Figures above are as-tested results. Source: SGS TEC Services, project 20-1600, laboratory 22-564, an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory.
Protection You Can Trust
Amidon Shield is the result of a decade of dedication to safeguarding the world’s most elite fighting forces. Built on the foundation of proven Amidon Ballistic Concrete, our 4,500 PSI shock-absorbing material is engineered to do more than withstand impact, it’s designed to protect in the most extreme conditions.
Unyielding Strength. Unmatched Security.
When it comes to ballistic threats, blasts, and high-impact forces, Amidon Shield stands as the ultimate defense, ensuring safety where it matters most.
Trust the technology that protects the elite, trust Amidon Shield.
Unparalleled Safety
At Amidon Shield, we set the global standard for physical protection. Our proprietary formula and industry-leading materials make Amidon Shield a materially different approach to physical protection.
Independently Tested. Field Proven.
- Tested to UL 752 Level 10 – An eight-inch block defeated a .50 caliber 710-grain M2 Ball round at 2,967 ft/s with no penetration
- Engineered for Maximum Defense – Protects against civil unrest, criminal activity, armed assault, and extreme weather
- Built for Strength & Durability – Designed to absorb shock and minimize impact
When security is non-negotiable, trust Amidon Shield to deliver unmatched protection in any environment.
Diverse Applications
- Building Armor: Reinforce any structure with Amidon Shield masonry units, which are easily installed and filled to provide immediate, high-strength protection against ballistic threats, blasts, and extreme impacts.
- Secure Structures: From guard houses to storm-safe shelters, Amidon Shield delivers unmatched resilience, ensuring safety and peace of mind in every brick, panel, and structure.
- Hostile Vehicle Mitigation: Protect critical infrastructure with perimeter barriers designed to withstand vehicular threats, preventing unauthorized access and securing high-risk zones from potential attacks.
- Engineered for Protection. Built for Versatility: Amidon Shield adapts to a wide range of applications, ensuring superior safety and durability wherever it's needed.
Seamless Integration
Amidon Shield goes beyond sheer strength—it’s designed for discreet protection. Whether you’re incorporating it into new construction or retrofitting existing structures, our products blend effortlessly into your space, ensuring security without compromising aesthetics.
Our versatile material can be molded into virtually any form—from masonry units to entire secure facilities—tailored to your unique design and protection needs. Experience safety that seamlessly integrates with style.
Committed to Innovation
At Amidon Shield, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of protective technology. Our commitment to continuous innovation drives us to develop new, advanced solutions that enhance safety and durability.
Next-Level Protection
Our latest advancements include enhanced admixture technology, allowing it to be seamlessly integrated into base mix designs worldwide. This breakthrough delivers:
- Superior Structural Integrity – Strengthens and fortifies any construction
- Increased Resistance to Spalling – Minimizes material fragmentation under extreme impact
- Reduced Secondary Shrapnel – Enhances safety by mitigating debris hazards
With Amidon Shield, protection is always evolving—because innovation never stops when security is the priority.
Join the Revolution in Safety
Discover how Amidon Shield can provide unmatched security for your projects. Our team of experts is ready to help you seamlessly integrate state-of-the-art protection into any environment.
For more information, email info@amidoninc.com or call 866-4AM-IDON (866-426-4366).
Together, let’s build a safer tomorrow.
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