Research & Development
The research and development function specialises in providing operational and scientific research as well as vehicle and artillery testing and evaluation services. Our research and development institutes continue to produce innovative technology products and services which go through rigorous testing and evaluation processes that are recognised internationally.
Our Services
Alkantpan
Test Range
The Alkantpan Test Range (ATR) is an all-purpose ballistic test range for all kinds of weaponry ranging in caliber from 5.56mm to 155mm to large caliber weapons and ammunition.
Armour
Development
Armour Development is an internationally recognised organisation with more than 40 years' experience in conducting research and development, and the testing of armour protection systems and technologies.
DDSI
Defence Decision Support Institute (DDSI) has more than 30 years' experience in military defence support to the DOD. The facility is focused on developing insights and holistic solutions to decision-making challenges over the full cycle of defence capabilities and systems.
Ergonomics
Technologies
(ERGOTECH)
Ergonomics Technologies (Ergotech) is a leading research institute and consultancy. Ergotech services the defence and commercial sector with ergonomics research, design, and the development of human-machine systems and evaluation of environmental stressors.
Flamengro
Gerotek
Geroteck Test Facilities (Gerotek), is an internationally accredited multi-disciplinary facility offering various ISO17025 accredited tests. The facility primarily aims to meet South Africa's needs in the testing of defence-related and commercial vehicles and products.
Hazmat
Protective
Systems
Hazmat Protective Systems (Hazmat) is a major manufacturer and supplier of purpose-designed quality respiratory and filtering products to the commercial and defence industries. With a 30 year history of excellence.
Institute for
Maritime
Technology (IMT)
The Institute for Maritime Technology (IMT) is an accredited world-class facility strategically providing science-based technological and engineering support to the South African Navy and other members of the maritime community locally and globally.
Protechnik
Laboratories
Protechnik Laboratories, a subsidiary of Armscor, is a multidisciplinary scientific laboratory focused on high-end research and development work in Chemical and Biological defence solutions.