Innovate Utah: NEW IDEAS, PRODUCTS AND SERVICES FROM UTAH COMPANIES

AEGIX Global, A Salt Lake City law enforcement equipment and training company, has introduced a new lightweight NIJ Level III version of the its Swift Shield, which is an expandable origami-inspired ballistic shield for local, state, tribal and federal law enforcement agencies.

NIJ Level III ballistic material is certified to protect against not only handguns, but also rifle rounds as used by the majority of hunting, AR-15 and AK-47-style rifles. It is designed to stop the AK-47 MSC (mild steel core) rounds. When fully deployed, the Level III Swift Shield offers approximately six square feet of ballistic protection but weighs just 13.5 pounds.

“At only 13.5 pounds, the lightweight, expandable Swift Shield is unlike anything on the market in terms of weight, usability and access,” said Chet Linton, CEO of AEGIX Global. “The user-friendly origami design marks the first time this much Level III ballistic protection can be easily stored within arm’s reach in an officer’s vehicle, saddle bag or even backpack. Swift Shield is a practical solution that delivers immediate ballistic protection in high-stress situations where lives are on the line.”

In addition to Level III protection, Swift Shield has been updated with several new design elements as well. All versions of the shield are now wrapped in laminated Squadron, which is a rugged, abrasion-resistant, waterrepellant, 100 percent high-tenacity nylon. Squadron is extremely strong and makes the material nearly impossible to tear under regular use. Another practical feature is the addition of a handle at the bottom of the shield. This enables users to flip the shield and hang it on areas that need ballistic protection such as a car door or window.

North Salt Lake-based Gadget Guard, a distributor of electronic device protection products, has introduced its new Tech-Clean spray cleaner and disinfectant. The company said the EPA-registered screen cleaning spray will kill 99.9 percent of germs and viruses — including COVID-19. “Most people don’t know how dirty their phones are and Tech-Clean is the most effective way to keep our screens clean,” said Jason Ellis, CEO of Gadget Guard. “Busy people need simple solutions, and Tech-Clean helps keep us healthy by destroying the coronavirus in three easy steps: spray, wipe and go.” Ellis said Tech-Clean is non-abrasive and free from harsh chemicals. It won’t degrade a screen’s oleophobic coating, which reduces fingerprints. “The eco-friendly spray is safe for technology, people and the environment, breaking down to just water and oxygen.”

Jolt, a Lehi digital food safety and operations execution software company, has announced an enhanced line of technology services to help customers who may be struggling with managing their technology, called Jolt Services. The new platform offers three types of services: enablement services, managed services and professional services. “With the labor shortage that many industries are seeing, we wanted to find a way to give our customers a little extra help. We found that in expanding our services offering, we could take some of the burden of technology management off their plate,” said Jeff Pinc, senior vice president of sales and marketing at Jolt. By enrolling in Jolt Services, the company’s clients do not have to worry about hosting, managing and distributing content and database changes, Pinc said.

Manly Bands, a direct-to-consumer e-commerce retailer of men’s wedding rings based in Lindon, has partnered with Fender Musical Instruments Corp. to introduce a collection of guitar-inspired wedding rings. Ranging from in price from $495 to $850, the Fender Collection is made with the same materials — premium woods and metals — used to create the classic Fender guitars used by some of the world’s most influential musicians. “Everyone wants their wedding band to represent who they are, and we’ve had huge success with our custom crafted collections targeting both hobbies and personal interests,” said Johnathan Ruggiero, Manly Bands co-founder and co-CEO. “Music connects couples everywhere, which is why we’re so excited to partner with Fender to create a unique collection that speaks to musicians and music lovers all over America.”

Orem-based MityLite, a manufacturer of commercial furniture, has launched a new line of outdoor products. The Vita Family includes side chairs, armchairs, barstools and tables. “We are excited to offer these outdoor dining chairs and tables to our loyal customers,” said Troy Baller, the senior national sales director for the MityLite Hospitality Market. “We believe the launch is coming at the perfect time as more and more consumers are looking to spend time outdoors. The Vita line can withstand the elements and will be a product your property can be proud of.” The outdoor furniture is made of 100 percent recycled material guaranteed to offer extreme durability in damp and humid environments. The pre-galvanized steel frame has a polyester powder coating that is both rust- and UV-resistant.

Noble, a new mental health-focused company based in Lehi, has launched the new Noble App, designed to support mental health professionals in shouldering the ever-growing need for mental healthcare. The platform offers automated between-session support and self-guided curriculum, called Roadmaps, and therapist-created, research-backed content for the company’s mental health professional clients. The app seeks to alleviate therapist burnout, enhance patient-therapist relationship and meet rising demand for access to mental health resources. “We believe the mental health profession is the most noble of professions,” said Eric Red, co-founder of Noble. “Our goal is for this new app to revolutionize the mental healthcare system and enhance the client relationship by helping mental health professionals get to the root of mental health issues sooner and build deeper connections.”

Ogden-based TAB Bank has partnered with technology company Bumped to offer a checking account that offers customers fractional stock rewards of up to 1 percent of eligible purchases. Called TAB Flow, the account allows customers to use their debit cards for purchases and build a stock portfolio of some of the world’s popular brands. “TAB Flow makes your checking account work for you,” said Curt Queyrouze, CEO and president of TAB Bank. “It’s part of the bold financial solutions TAB Bank is providing to empower customers to financial success. TAB Flow is putting other financial services companies on notice that banks can create innovative products. As a digital pioneer in banking, TAB Bank will bring on additional services that will help our customers succeed financially even more.”

Vasayo LLC, a Pleasant Grove direct sales nutritional and personal care products company, has released Kardia Microcaps, a nutritional supplement that supports heart health. Kardia micro caplets aid in healthy cardiovascular function and assist in the maintenance of healthy HDL/LDL cholesterol levels, as well as supporting healthy blood pressure, Vasayo said in a press statement announcing the release of the product. The supplement also supports the heart’s muscle and vascular walls. As with other Vasayo supplements, Kardia is powered by Vasayo’s Advanced Delivery Technology, which uses a proprietary micronization process to deliver supplementation through ultra-micro molecules that ensure quick absorption for substantially increased bioavailability of the nutrients it provides. Kardia brings together four leading ingredients for heart health, including Omega-3 fatty acids, nano coenzyme Q10, astaxanthin and vitamin E.