Anti-nuclear garments awarded patent protection

05/04/2013
US-based Radiation Shield Technologies (RST) has been awarded patent protection in South Korea for its anti-nuclear protective garment which the company claims offers chemical, biological, radiological and heat stress protection.

The suits are made of Demron, a polymeric nano metal fabric that is lightweight and flexible. The company says it “combines the metallic properties of gamma radiation reduction, trauma reduction and thermal conductivity with advanced nano polymer technology”.

RST has delivered products to the National Emergency Management Agency, fire departments, the national 119 rescue service and the Korean special response teams. The South Korean government is reportedly increasing its anti-nuclear counter and also wishes to protect its 12,000 nuclear power workers.

“RST is committed to continuing its efforts to provide the best possible protection for the people of South Korea,” said Ronald DeMeo, CEO of RST.

The company’s product line includes body suits, blankets and tents which have been used by military in the US, China, Iraq, Kuwait, Vietnam and Singapore.