Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast

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Episode #14 - What Is There to Know About Ballistic Glass? Apr 12, 2022

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In episode #14 of Complacency Kills – A Kontek Podcast – Mike Witt and Chase Tobin discuss ballistic glass and the different variables to consider regarding material, protection level, and cost.

Ballistic glass helps protect your facility from the impact of bullets and other dangerous projectiles. Situations where ballistic glass is most useful include active shooter threats, riots, and forced entries. Understanding what level of protection is required for your facility will enhance your ability to make the right decision when considering a purchase or upgrade.

You can learn more about our ballistic glass features here: https://www.kontekindustries.com/ballistic-glass

Episode #13 - Ballistic Shields Mar 08, 2022

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In episode #13 of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast - Matt Scott and Chase Tobin sit down to discuss the use and implementation of tactical pistol and rifle rated ballistic shields.

The use of shields is becoming more and more prevalent in law enforcement and for both SWAT, SRT and patrol units. Understanding the difference in shield materials, weights, balance, cuts & layouts will make your assessment easier when it comes time to take on the task of upgrading your armor.

You can also learn more about Kontek and our partner Blueridge Armor here: https://www.kontekindustries.com/blue-ridge-armor

Episode #12 - Guard Booth Trends Feb 08, 2022

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In episode #12 of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, Billy Barton and Mike Witt sit and discuss on the trends that are seen throughout the security industry as it relates to guard booths, guard shacks and BRE's.

We talk on security response features, aesthetics, protection levels and more.

Why is modularity in design important to users?

What are the feature variances between DOD and nuclear/DOE booths?

What drives your guard booth specification?

Episode #11 - Guard Booth Selection - What Do I Need To Look For? Jan 11, 2022

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In episode #11 of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, Michael Witt and Matt Scott sit down to discuss some of the key considerations and features you should be looking into when designing and deploying a new Blast/Ballistic Rated Enclosure (BRE) or Guard Booth.

What level of protection is needed (Blast, Ballistic, Forced Entry)?

What is the objective/mission of this guard post?

What type of environment will this be deployed in?

Sit down and give the podcast a 10 minute listen before you embark on your next BRE or guard booth purchase.

Episode #10 - Preparing & Responding to Active Shooter Threats Sep 17, 2021

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Preparing and responding to active shooter events is a task & mission that should be at the forefront of every school boards mind.

Being proactive in preparedness as well as planning with local law enforcement, staff and student on a response plan, can & will mean the difference between life and death for all parties involved.

We all hope and pray this day never comes to our children, friends or family; unfortunately "hope by itself is not a plan". - James Ergas

Episode #9 - Defending the Target Set Aug 20, 2021

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Critical infrastructure faces a variety of outside and inside threats within their organization that range from impacts of disturbing day to day operations & SOP changes to radiological release.

Sit down with Mike Witt & Pete Peterson and join us in the conversation. What are those outstanding threats? What has industry done to counter them? What do we see on the horizon as future and evolving threats?

Here we discuss some of these components:

UAS
Insider Threat
VBIED & Indirect Fire
Small & Medium Arms
Conventional Kinetic Attacks
Covert/Unconventional Operations
Criminal Activity

Episode #8 - What Should I Look For In My Tactical Training??? May 21, 2021

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In the 8th episode of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, Mike Witt and Billy Barton with Kontek Industries sit down to have a quick chat on some of the factors they look for when evaluating tactical instructors, courses and training equipment. You can learn more on Kontek training equipment here: https://www.kontekindustries.com/products

Also be sure to check out these videos on Kontek tactical training equipment:

https://youtu.be/kiYSKf8sM5o

https://youtu.be/Guv4q-WMPD8

https://youtu.be/TBrN--mydXE

Episode #7 - Working With General Contractors Apr 08, 2021

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In episode #7 of the Complacency Kills Podcast, Billy Barton and Nick Kesser sit down and discuss what the value add is for General Contractors to work with Kontek when physicals security is a portion of the project scope.

We dive into stories of challenges and outcomes that saved General Contractors time, money and headache when managing large scale construction.

You can also see our podcast in video formation here on our website: https://www.kontekindustries.com/kontek-videos

Episode #6 - The Evolution of Armor Jan 15, 2021

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This is our sixth episode of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, discussing the evolution of armor from our experiences, from the 1990's to today. Massive leaps have been made in armor systems, the focus on the level of user comfort and performance have made armor what it is today. Check out James Ergas (retired Federal Law Enforcement & Special Operations) and Michael Witt (prior Marine infantry) sit down and enjoy some whiskey to discuss their personal experiences with armor and how it impacts our areas of focus at Kontek and our partner companies.

Kontek Industries thanks our partners at:

Brotherhood For Disruptive Innovation

Armor Express

Blueridge Armor

Episode #5 - In The House Nov 13, 2020

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In the fifth episode of Complacency Kills - A Kontek Podcast, Michael Witt (Sales & Marketing Director) and Adam Baird (COO) sit down to discuss the transition from an outsourced manufacturing model to performing the builds in house. The trials and tribulations, the ups and the downs and why we made the change at Kontek.

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