Greater stability in the system - greater safety in the field
The use of GMT’s rubber and metal vibration-damping elements in military and defense vehicles as well as armored systems effectively reduces vibrations and shocks caused by terrain, propulsion systems and weapon systems. This protects the crew, sensitive components and structural parts, reduces wear and tear and increases reliability and operational readiness under extreme conditions. At the same time, these elements improve ride comfort and the precision of technical systems, thereby sustainably enhancing the vehicle’s performance and operational safety during deployment.
Industry Experience
The GMT Group has many years of experience and in-depth technical expertise in the development and manufacture of vibration-damping rubber-metal products for defense applications. Its solutions are designed to reliably withstand extreme loads, such as those encountered in military vehicles and armored systems, thereby providing long-term protection for structures, equipment, and crews. Through the close integration of materials expertise, application-specific design and real-world testing, the GMT Group offers robust, durable and field-proven products and systems for reducing vibrations and shocks. These make a significant contribution to the operational safety, availability and performance of defense vehicles.
Requirements
In military applications, vehicles and tanks are exposed to extreme mechanical stresses and demanding environmental conditions, which place high demands on GMT’s vibration-damping elements and assemblies. Operation in rough terrain as well as shock loads caused by driving maneuvers or shelling, generate strong vibrations that must be reliably absorbed and damped. At the same time, the components are subjected to large temperature fluctuations, moisture and dirt, as well as contact with fuels and oils; therefore, high material durability and resistance to aging are required. Vibration-damping elements must therefore ensure high energy absorption, fatigue strength and reliability over long periods of operation, even with minimal maintenance or extended downtime. They protect both the crew from harmful vibrations and sensitive components - such as electronics and weapon systems - from malfunctions. Despite the high performance requirements, compact designs and minimal additional weight are crucial. This makes these components specialized key elements for the operational readiness, reliability and performance of military vehicles.
Solutions
The GMT Group offers a comprehensive portfolio of vibration- and shock-damping products for the defense sector, specifically designed to meet the high demands of military applications. This includes rubber-metal mounts and elastic elements for mounting power units, powertrain components,and vehicle superstructures as well as vibration isolators and dampers to protect sensitive systems such as radio equipment, sensors, optical systems and weaponry. The GMT product range also includes track pads, track rollers, guide rollers, and idler rollers, as well as track covers and seals. The range is complemented by shock- and impulse-load-resistant damping elements, as well as elastic bushings and fasteners for chassis and structural components. GMT offers sustainable solutions for this sector through the reconditioning of wheels and rollers.
GMT as a Reliable Partner
Our collaboration with the GMT Group in the field of vibration-damping components for the defense industry offers key advantages specifically tailored to military applications. GMT has many years of experience and in-depth application knowledge, and understands the unique stresses and operating conditions of military vehicles and systems. Building on this foundation, we develop application-specific rubber-metal solutions capable of withstanding high dynamic loads and extreme shock loads. Our comprehensive expertise in materials and development enables precise component design and contributes both to the protection of the crew and to safeguarding sensitive components such as electronics, sensors, and weapon systems. Furthermore, GMT products are synonymous with robustness, reliability, and a long service life under extreme environmental conditions. Close collaboration from development through testing to series production, along with quality-assured manufacturing, ensures customized and battle-proven solutions. These solutions make a significant contribution to the operational safety, availability, and cost-effectiveness of defense systems.