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We make the gear that helps keep the people who protect you out of harm's way. We developed fibers that are stronger than steel, and have saved thousands of police officers. That means more officers on the street are making it home at night to their families. With chemistry-based security products, they're safer—and you're safer, too.

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The chemical industry creates the majority of raw materials used in lifesaving healthcare products such as sutures, tubing, IV components, filters, scalpels and gloves.

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Advancing Military Materials

The U.S. military recently announced it is using Honeywell Specialty Materials’ Spectra® fiber in fast rope insertion operations. Similarly, DuPont’s well-known Kevlar®—a para-aramid synthetic fiber originally developed in 1965—has seen many applications in military materials since bullet-resistant vests became common in the 1970s. » learn more

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Protecting the President—Obama's Limousine

The efforts to keep President Obama safe have resulted in a new presidential limousine, complete with state-of-the-art technology and security measures, many of which are the products of chemistry. » learn more

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Chemistry Innovations Lead to Advanced Surveillance Systems

Chemistry innovations are helping to develop surveillance systems that are much more advanced, easier to manage, and less costly than in the past, with higher-quality images and ‘intelligent’ functions to ensure security threats will be spotted, identified, and recorded for future reference. » learn more

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Aramid Fibers: Vital to the Good Guys

The brave men and women of the military, law enforcement and emergency response communities deserve the best protective equipment available. Aramid fibers, a class of strong, heat-resistant synthetic fibers produced with the help of chlorine chemistry, go a long way to “protecting the good guys.” » learn more

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Applying Biometrics

Biometrics are becoming increasingly popular for all kinds of security systems around the world, from business and personal to travel and health care. With so many countries adopting biometric technologies, it is becoming increasingly important to understand what they involve and how they can make life easier and safer. » learn more

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