"The Detroit PD is a very important customer to our organization and we are honored to supply them with the protective solutions they need to effectively do their jobs and protect their officers against escalating threat levels," stated Michael Foreman, senior vice president, domestic and international sales. "Our strategy to introduce lighter, more flexible solutions with increased ballistic strength provides law enforcement personnel with the protection they need and at affordable prices [relative to the industry]. Additionally, we are listening to our customers, designing products to protect against the threats most specific to law officers' needs and most of all we remain committed to officer safety."

The Hi-Lite(TM) series is rigorously tested to meet or exceed Military V50 Specifications in accordance with MIL-STD-662F for 2-4-16-64 gr, RCC fragmentation, exceeds the NIJ 0101.06 standard for bullet resistant armor and comes equipped with a Patented Self Suspending Ballistic System(TM) which features stretch neoprene shoulder straps that connect to both the front and back ballistic panels, ensuring optimal protective coverage. The system also includes Akwadyne(R) moisture wicking inner materials which, moves moisture away from the body and aids in the evaporation and cooling process for increased comfort. Both the male and female versions include trauma insert pockets (for add-on trauma plates) which provide increased blunt trauma protection, as well as added accessories for comfort, increased coverage and safety.