Ballistic Helmet Mold Export to Afghanistan
A security equipment procurement project required SMC compression molds for ballistic helmet shell production. The molds were developed to meet international ballistic protection standards and shipped to Kabul for local manufacturing.
Project Highlights
- Shipped to Kabul, Afghanistan for local safety equipment manufacturing
- SMC compression mold designed for interoperability with local press equipment
- On-site trial molding support via remote video guidance
- Mold designed for multiple helmet sizes with interchangeable core inserts
Project Information
- Country: Afghanistan
- Industry: Safety Equipment
- Mold Type: SMC Compression Mold
- Material: SMC / Aramid Composite
- Timeline: 60 days mold + 20 days trial
- Shipping: Air freight, reinforced export packing
How this mold project was developed and delivered
A security equipment procurement project required compression molds for producing ballistic helmet shells to be manufactured locally in Afghanistan. The mold needed to produce consistent helmet shells meeting international ballistic protection standards while being operable with the client's existing hydraulic press equipment.
Shengqi developed a complete SMC compression mold solution including the cavity and core set, heating system, guiding and alignment components, and interchangeable inserts for multiple helmet sizes. The mold structure was reviewed for compatibility with the client's press specifications before tooling started.
Due to the project's security requirements, communication was handled through designated procurement representatives. Trial molding was supported via remote video guidance, with sample evaluation conducted against agreed dimensional and ballistic performance criteria.
Key points addressed during the project
SMC Compression Mold for ballistic Applications
The mold required precise cavity geometry for consistent shell thickness, controlled heating for proper SMC curing, and robust construction for the high forming pressures needed in ballistic composite molding.
Equipment Compatibility Engineering
The mold was designed to match the client's existing press specifications including platen size, stroke, heating connection type and clamping force. Mounting adapters were included where needed.
Multi-Size Production Flexibility
Interchangeable core inserts allowed the same mold base to produce different helmet sizes, reducing total tooling investment while maintaining production flexibility for the client.
Remote Technical Support
Comprehensive mold setup documentation, process parameter guidelines and video-based remote support enabled successful mold commissioning despite the challenges of long-distance project coordination.
Shipping, documentation and post-delivery support
- Export documentation: commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill, certificate of origin
- Packing: reinforced steel-frame crates with shock-absorbing padding for air freight
- Incoterms: FOB Shanghai
- Remote trial molding support provided via video conferencing
- Spare ejector pins, guide bushings and wear plates included in shipment
- Technical documentation translated for local operator reference
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