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Blast Resistant Module (BRM)

Protective Technologies' BRM is a multi-use system which is an effective option for protection of personnel and critical infrastructure and is:

Fully tested through hputational analysis, the Blast Simulator at Edwards School of Engineering at the University of California, San Diego, and live blast tested by Applied Research Associates (www.ara.com) - see blast test results below.
Commercially available
Customizable from an 8' x 20' unit to multiple connected units up to 48' x 60 and multiple

BRM Blast Testing

PTG's standard 8' x 20' BRM, built on the Unified Wall Panel System methodology, was live blast tested by Applied Research Associates (www.ARA.com) along with a standard ISO container. Charge size was 9000 lbs. ANFO at 150 feet which is equivalent to over 8,000 lbs of TNT. The BRM and the ISO container are pictured below after the first blast. The only damage to the BRM was slight paint chipping and the dummy set up inside was untouched. The ISO container was clearly not survivable.

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Test Results

Test results confirm our BRM can address the following threats:

•Vapor Cloud Explosions (model):
35 psi, 1,179 psi-msec, 200 ms duration

•AT/FP or HE Explosions:
63 psi, 320 psi-msec, 18 ms duration

•Fire:
1-hr & 2-hr, evaluation in accordance with ASTM E-119-08

•Seismic:
Exceeds 2009/2012 IBC, evaluation in accordance with EC 003-2012

•Sound Protection:

Minimum volume requirements are met at 80 Hz and above, in accordance with ASTM E 413-04

•Ballistics/Projectiles:
Certified UL 752 Level 8 includes: Shotgun, 7.62mm, .44 mag, 9mm FMJ

•Wind:
Minimum 250mph wind tolerance, exceeds 2009/2012 IBC, evaluation in accordance with EC 003-2012

•Forced Entry:
15 minute/60 minute in accordance with US Department of State Guidelines

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Protective Technologies' Blast Resistant Modules have also been simulator tested by the Jacobs School of Engineering at the University of California, San Diego on the world's only blast simulator. Blast Resistant Modules are fully tested and ITAR compliant and can be customized in terms of size and configuration up to 48’ x 60’ with multiple stories and doors including double doors and ramp for easy forklift access and storage. Contact us for more information on how our BRM's can solve your all-hazards concerns. A digital copy of our BRM information sheet can be viewed and printed below.

Blast Resistant Modules