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Titanium faceguards raise protection ability of helmets.(METALS)

Advanced Materials & Processes,  May, 2005  

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Titanium faceguards for some helmets used in football, baseball, softball, and other sports are to made of titanium supplied by Dynamet Inc., a subsidiary of Carpenter Technology Corp., in a strategic alliance with Schutt Sports. As part of the alliance, Dynamet will provide its UPG (Ultimate Performance Grade) Ti-Guard titanium material to Schutt, a privately held manufacturer and marketer of athletic equipment.

Faceguards that have been made from titanium provide the required strength and are ...

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