1987—launched the ASP training division with the inaugural Tactical Baton Seminar, held in Atlantic City
1995—entered the OC business with the introduction of the Defender, setting a new standard of quality and utility in the category
1996—entered the police flashlight business. ASP was one of the earliest companies pioneering the use of LED with the original Sapphire light.
2004—designed and engineered restraints. This was the start of an aggressive development and investment program to fundamentally change handcuff design and construction. A restraint course was also added to the ASP training program.
2015—conducted the first 3-day ASP Instructor Certification in Utah. The AIC is now widely considered by those who have completed it as one of the most challenging and fulfilling training programs in law enforcement.
2019—The Armament Systems and Procedures' Transport Kit wins 2019 Public Safety Product Innovation Award
ASP manufactures telescoping batons. An assessment by law enforcement officers found them preferred to the usual straight baton for their portability, convenience, effectiveness, usability, and psychological impact. Since the early 1990s, ASP batons have been adopted by law enforcement agencies in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand and Australia. Expandable batons in general are sometimes referred to as "Asps". The batons come in three sizes:, and, and the company has adopted a European measurement standard. They are available with several variations, such as color, grip pattern and material, and metal composition, the most common being 4140 high carbon steel, with an "airweight" line using a light-weight alloy with a combination of steel and aluminum. ASP batons were friction-lock in design, and were opened by swinging the handle forcibly through the air. To close this type, the baton's tip is driven into a hard surface to break the friction. A version introduced in 2010 but since discontinued is called "LeverLoc", opened the same way was as friction-lock, but closable by twisting the shafts with both hands, and slightly longer when collapsed state due to the mechanism; a LeverLoc designed for plain-clothes concealment was also produced. The friction-lock Airweight series, for plain-clothed concealment, was released in 2012.
Other products
The company produces restraints such as handcuffs and plastic ties, 19 different types of flashlights, and other weapons accessories, including customization options.
