ASP

Key points of ASP

• Extendable Batons: Our flagship product, so legendary and dominant in the field that a law enforcement officer would probably refer to any baton simply with the word "asp"... although there is only one true, original ASP® brand.
• Handcuffs: With its foray into the handcuff business, ASP revolutionized a product category that had gone generations without much innovation.
• Tactical Lighting: From pocket-sized backup lights to complete tactical work tools, every ASP flashlight is manufactured to the highest standards.
• Energy: We wanted batteries and charging accessories that matched the performance of our lighting solutions... so we started making our own.
• "Pepper Spray" OC: With their machined and finely finished fluted aluminum barrels, OC Defenders from ASP look like high-end flashlights.
• Training Tools: From our famous Red Guns to specifically designed handcuffs, batons and more, our equipment reflects our heritage of world-class hands-on training.

ASP also provides, at no cost, nearly $2 million a year in training for law enforcement officers. This training, sought after by agencies around the world, is the gold standard in the integrated use of batons, handcuffs and flashlights.

DNA of ASP

ASP spends a significant percentage of its revenues on research and development, design, prototyping, laboratory testing and field trials. To go to market with our brand, a product must reflect what we call the "DNA of ASP":

• It must be an innovative solution to a real-world problem, satisfying a clear need in a new way or improving an existing solution.
• It must be demonstrably best in class.
• It must be unique and, whenever possible, patentable. In fact, ASP products are covered by about 150 patents.

In summary, new products from ASP must make a positive contribution to the profession by meeting or exceeding our high standards for design, quality and reliability.

Company Leadership

Dr. Kevin Parsons, CEO: ASP was founded in 1976 by Kevin Parsons, PhD (Police Management).

Management team: Company leadership is rounded out by a multidisciplinary team with backgrounds in diverse areas including law enforcement and military, manufacturing and product development, sales and marketing, finance, logistics, technology and more.

The team coordinates the activities of ASP employees around the world, all dedicated to the mission of producing and distributing best-in-class products and backing them up with the best service in the industry.