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ASSEMBLY<br />
IN HOUSE<br />
KNOWLEDGE<br />
Once a shell has been removed from<br />
its mold it is checked to make sure it<br />
6 PRODUCTION<br />
ASSEMBLY<br />
Each <strong>LS2</strong> helmet, in fiberglass, composite<br />
or polycarbonate is composed of three<br />
main elements, the external shell, shock<br />
absorbing EPS liner and the numerous accessories<br />
such as comfort linings, method<br />
of retention, visors and ventilation.<br />
The three main methods of production<br />
are as follows:<br />
Polycarbonate injected in a mix utilizing<br />
an exclusive process developed by our<br />
researchers named HPTT (High Pressure<br />
Thermoplastic Technology).<br />
This high precision industrial process utilizes<br />
moulds sculpted from blocks of metal<br />
weighing several 100 kilos.<br />
Composite fibers, combined with polymer<br />
resin which provide high abrasion resistance<br />
and are very difficult to penetrate.<br />
Carbon Fiber in multiple layers are also<br />
mixed with polymer resin. This procedure<br />
involves a process where the molds must<br />
be able to resist temperatures in excess<br />
of 120ºC.<br />
meets our exacting standards by our<br />
technical experts.<br />
Several layers of paint later and the<br />
graphics are applied, once in place the<br />
helmet is lacquered with anti UV and<br />
the process gives a unique touch to<br />
each helmet.<br />
PRECISION<br />
ASSEMBLY<br />
The final assembly of a helmet is then<br />
undertaken by a technician who follows<br />
a strict process for fitting of the EPS<br />
liner, retention strap and visor mechanism.<br />
And finally the comfort liner and<br />
user instructions. Each helmet then has<br />
a final quality check before being boxed<br />
ready for dispatch.<br />
PERMANENT<br />
QUALITY CONTROL<br />
A certain number of our helmets are never<br />
sold as we batch test every model in<br />
our test laboratory. Each helmet is looked<br />
at in minute detail to ensure that quality<br />
and safety are paramount. We also verify<br />
that each model meets or exceeds the<br />
test standard required by its country of<br />
destination. This may be ECE, DOT ,BSI<br />
PRODUCTION 7<br />
ASSEMBLY<br />
or indeed SNELL. Numerous tests are<br />
undertaken on the EPS and the external<br />
shell for shock absorbtion. We also test<br />
the fit as many testing houses now take<br />
this into account. For example SHARP<br />
TEST in the UK.
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