We understand that MKU offers complete project management for design, development, manufacturing and integration of protection solutions for Land, Air and Naval platforms. Tell us more about this.
MKU offers end to end solutions in armouring of Aircraft, Naval Vessels and Land Vehicles. MKU specifically works on developing Light Weight solutions for Land, Sea and Air platforms. Not only do we design and manufacture the armour solution, we provide the complete ready to fit kit including the special attachment systems.
Our solutions are comprehensive and proven over the years. MKU works on armouring solutions with customers globally. Over the years MKU has executed several contracts successfully for clients including, Armoured Mi-17 helicopters for Mexican Police, Armour for several naval projects in India for Fast Patrol Boats and Protection kits for helicopters for German forces amongst others. However, what makes us very happy is that our solutions have never failed in the field.
MKU has recently introduced its sixth Generation armour technology - Polyshield V6. Solutions made using the new technology are up to 40 percent lighter and much thinner than standard solutions. Weight is extremely critical for helicopters and every gram saved results in a corresponding increase in the effective payload of the platform. This technology has been developed after extensive R&D by MKU's team of experts and engineers based in Germany and India.
What kind of manufacturing set up do you have?
MKU's infrastructure spans two state of the art units in India and one in Germany. Together, these units have a capacity to produce over 200,000 helmets, 150,000 ballistic jackets and 300,000 inserts for defence and security personnel. Our production facilities in Germany and India are certified according to AS9100 C and ISO 9001.
Where do you source your raw materials from?
MKU believes in using only the best raw material available globally. This is why we source our raw material only from the leading manufacturers in Europe and US.
Tell us about your R&D activities.
R&D plays a very critical role in keeping MKU ahead of the technology curve. In order to be globally competitive, it is critical that we remain abreast of all technological advances. We at MKU understand this and spend 5-6 percent of our turnover on R&D.
We have established a technical centre in Kanpur to focus on product and technological development. Our team of engineers in Germany and India are engaged in continuous R&D. It is a result of this focus that we have been able to keep ahead of the curve technologically and continue to develop superior products to meet the requirements of the forces all over the world.
MKU has recently introduced the sixth Generation Armour Technology AMMOFLEX 6, POLYSHIELD 6 & POLYSHIELD V6, which have helped reduce the weight and thickness of existing solutions by almost 40 percent. Solutions manufactured using this new technology were showcased in the recent exhibitions in India and abroad.
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