Ceradyne is a vertically integrated manufacturer of lightweight, DEFENDER® ceramic
composite armor systems for personnel, vehicle, naval vessel, helicopter and aircraft
applications. Ceradyne has been a leader in the manufacturing of advanced technical
ceramics for ballistic applications since 1969. From the earliest application of
ceramics in lightweight helicopter armoring, Ceradyne has provided innovative ballistic
protection solutions that are the lightest and most durable armor systems available.
As a vertically integrated, high capacity producer, Ceradyne is a key component
and vital resource to the defense industry. We own and operate the source of our
raw materials allowing precise control of our supply chain. There have been and
continues to be multiple companies that supply armor solutions but none are distinguished
by their ability to react to new requirements and surge production demands like
Ceradyne.
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Advanced Body Armor
Systems
Ceradyne is an established leader in the manufacture of DEFENDER® ceramic body armor
upgrade plates and is a key supplier of ceramic armor systems to warfighters around
the world.
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Aircraft Armor Systems
Ceradyne supplies complete armor systems that include ceramic armor seats, components,
panel systems, armor tiles, structural components and flooring kits for helicopter
and fixed-wing aircraft applications.
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Homeland Security
Ceradyne is working with law enforcement, the U.S. Coast Guard, and other agencies
and organizations to provide members with lifesaving protective armor equipment.
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Missile Radomes
Ceradyne is working with law enforcement, the U.S. Coast Guard, and other agencies
and organizations to provide members with lifesaving protective armor equipment.
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Naval Vessel Armor
Protection
Composite armor panels for small boats and vessels provide customized armor protection
levels according to mission specific requirements.
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Seamless Ballistic
Helmets
Ceradyne Diaphorm presents a dramatic improvement over conventional helmets using
new technology that increases ballistic performance.
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Vehicle Armor Systems
Vehicle armor component development and integration engineering is meeting long
term crew safety and survivability requirements using Ceradyne technology for OEM
contracts and proprietary applications.
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