Paulson Manufacturing

Paulson Manufacturing - Handheld Riot Shields & Cell Extraction Shields

Paulson Tactical PPE is manufactured using the highest quality and most reliable safety protective gear in the industry.  Occupational hazards for law enforcement officers, including police officers, sheriff’s deputies, and corrections officer, may include a riot situation and it is imperative that they have proper tactical PPE to protect themselves with. For riot control, this typically includes riot suits with light body armor, helmets with face shields, handheld riot shields, gloves, knee shields and goggles.

There are various types of handheld riot shields on the market, including opaque (non-transparent) riot shields, interlocking shields that can be connected to other officers’ shields, and fully transparent handheld shields, usually made of a durable plastic like polycarbonate. Most riot shields used today have a rectangular shape, although smaller round riot shields are not uncommon.

Riot Body Shields from Paulson Mfg.

Paulson Mfg. has been making clear riot shields for decades. Paulson riot shields provide protection from a wide variety of weapons and projectiles while providing superior optics due to the transparent polycarbonate material. Ranging in thickness from 1/8” to 1/4″, Paulson shields are designed to withstand impact from blunt force and projectiles, and Paulson’s 1/4″ thick shield models are V-50 rated for fragmentation.

Other features of Paulson riot shields include:
•    Durable polycarbonate shields with formed radius & ergonomic features
•    Optically correct transparent view with minimal distortion
•    Dielectric handle and break-away strap to prevent electrical pass-through
•    Handle & strap can be reversed for right or left-handed use
•    Dimensions: Rectangular models available in sizes 20 x 36” or 24 x 48”, round model available with 24” diameter for enhanced mobility
•    Made in the U.S.A.

Capture Shields and Cell Extraction Shields from Paulson Mfg.

While Paulson riot body shields are designed for riot control situations, usually in an open space like streets and city blocks, Paulson capture shields, also called Paulson cell extraction shields, are designed for use in a correctional or institutional setting. Paulson capture shields / cell extraction shields feature a concave curve, as opposed to a convex curve on our body shields. This feature assists during cell extraction, as the officer can use the capture shield to restrain an unruly inmate against a wall or floor of a cell. Also, while the body shield is designed for single handed use to allow the officer to wield a baton in the free hand, the capture shield features two solid handles meant for one officer to use with both hands. When extra holding power is needed, two officers can each grab a handle with both hands at the same time.