Crush Factor™ Technology: Why Fragmentation Matters
Redefining Non-Lethal Self-Defense with HERO® MAXIMUS™
When it comes to self-defense, reliability isn’t optional—it’s critical. That’s why HERO Defense Systems developed MAXIMUS™ Defense Rounds, a groundbreaking non-lethal solution, powered by proprietary Crush Factor™ Technology. Designed for use in any .68 caliber launcher, MAXIMUS™ delivers unparalleled stopping power, ensuring enhanced safety and peace of mind.
Read on to learn how Crush Factor™ Technology works, why fragmentation is vital in non-lethal defense, and what sets MAXIMUS™ apart from the competition.
The Challenge with Traditional Non-Lethal Rounds
Not all defense rounds work as intended. Most traditional non-lethal projectiles use hard plastic shells, which frequently fail to break on impact. Here’s the problem with that:
- Unreliable Performance: A round that doesn’t shatter fails to disperse its irritant, meaning you lose the opportunity to disable a potential threat.
- Need for Multiple Shots: Because of inconsistent breakage, users often need to fire numerous rounds, wasting valuable time.
- Reduced Safety: Bouncing or improperly fragmented projectiles create safety concerns for both users and bystanders.
When your safety hangs in the balance, you can’t afford unreliable tools. That’s where MAXIMUS™ comes in.
What Is Crush Factor™ Technology?
At the heart of MAXIMUS™ Defense Rounds is Crush Factor™ Technology, a key innovation that ensures every shot counts. This revolutionary design optimizes impact performance for consistent fragmentation, delivering unmatched reliability.
How Does it Work?
- 360-Degree Pre-Formed Breakpoints: Unlike rigid, failure-prone shells, MAXIMUS™ projectiles are engineered with pre-formed breakpoints spanning 360 degrees. These precise breakpoints cause the round to burst open instantly upon impact.
- Maximum Fragmentation: The instant the round shatters, it releases a 4-to-6-foot cloud of irritant powder. This ensures even distribution, effectively disabling targets by causing temporary blindness, severe irritation, and overwhelming discomfort.
- Reliability Every Time: With Hybrid-Shell technology, MAXIMUS™ ensures complete fragmentation consistently across multiple scenarios.
Crush Factor™ Technology eliminates the guesswork, ensuring MAXIMUS™ rounds perform flawlessly whenever they’re needed.
The Advantage of MAXIMUS™
What sets MAXIMUS™ apart isn’t just its innovation; it’s results. MAXIMUS™ rounds are optimized in every way to provide better outcomes than competing products.
Superior Irritant Cloud
MAXIMUS™’s proprietary anti-clumping formula ensures irritant powder remains suspended in the air longer, enhancing effectiveness. Even with slight wind or open spaces, the irritant disperses reliably to incapacitate threats.
Exceptional Aerodynamics
Its unique textured shell minimizes drag, allowing MAXIMUS™ rounds to travel straighter and farther with pinpoint accuracy. This improves precision, even over longer distances.
Universal .68 Caliber Compatibility
MAXIMUS™ rounds are universally compatible with any .68 caliber non-lethal launcher. This versatility ensures they can be seamlessly integrated into existing devices without additional costs.
Unmatched Affordability
Despite its advanced features, MAXIMUS™ is priced significantly lower than comparable non-lethal rounds. Self-defense doesn’t need to break the bank.
Eco-Friendly Design
Made with biodegradable components, MAXIMUS™ rounds align with environmental safety standards while offering superior defense.
The Science of MAXIMUS™
Enhanced performance isn’t just about fragmentation; it’s also about what’s inside the round. MAXIMUS™ projectiles feature a proprietary blend of PAVA (Pelargonic Acid Vanillylamide) and OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) irritants, trusted by law enforcement and global security agencies.
Here’s what this combination achieves:
- Instant Incapacitation: The irritants bind to pain and heat receptors in the skin and eyes, causing intense burning, temporary blindness, coughing, and difficulty breathing.
- Lasting Effects: Targets are incapacitated for up to an hour, providing valuable time to secure safety.
- Rigorous Testing: All MAXIMUS™ rounds undergo High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Certificate of Analysis (COA) testing for guaranteed effectiveness.
With MAXIMUS™ you can trust both the payload and the delivery system.
Practice Makes Perfect with MAXIMUS™ Training Rounds
Preparedness is key for effective self-defense, and MAXIMUS™ ensures users can train effectively. The Training Rounds are designed to provide realistic, affordable, and comprehensive simulation experiences.
Built for Training Excellence
- Simulated Impact Effect: Training rounds feature Crush Factor™ Technology, shattering on contact to release a 4-to-6-foot cloud of inert powder. This simulates the dispersal pattern of an active round.
- Comprehensive Practice: By mimicking operational scenarios, users can gain confidence and refine their techniques without the risks or costs of live irritant rounds.
- Cost-Effective Training: Training rounds are priced affordably, so individuals and agencies can practice frequently without financial strain.
Compatibility and Versatility
Whether you’re an individual seeking personal protection, a law enforcement officer, or a security professional, MAXIMUS™ can meet your needs. Its compatibility with any .68 caliber launcher makes it a solution as versatile as it is effective.
From handheld devices to tactical non-lethal options, MAXIMUS™ integrates seamlessly with tools already in use, ensuring reliability in the field or at home.
Trusted by Professionals Worldwide
MAXIMUS™ isn’t just built for individual users. Global security agencies trust its superior performance in high-stakes situations. This goes beyond marketing claims; it’s field-tested and provider-approved by professionals who understand the critical need for reliable, non-lethal solutions.
Why Choose Crush Factor™ Innovation?
HERO Defense Systems is committed to redefining personal and professional safety through cutting-edge, affordable technology. MAXIMUS™, with its proprietary Crush Factor™ Technology, represents a seismic leap in the world of non-lethal defense.
From instant fragmentation to unmatched affordability, MAXIMUS™ embodies HERO®’s mission to protect without compromise. See the MAXIMUS™ difference today and experience the pinnacle of innovation in self-defense technology.
