Vulkan EOD Disruptor

Vulkan is Richmond Defence's flagship EOD disruptor system, a 4th-gen modular tool that can function as a De-Armer or Disruptor with variable projectile mass.

EOD Disruptor Technology by Richmond Defence Systems

When it comes to dealing with explosive threats, precision, safety, and reliability are non-negotiable. At Richmond Defence Systems, we specialise in EOD disruptor solutions designed for frontline professionals who demand performance under pressure.

Apr 222 min read

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On the Ground at LAAD 2025: Conversations, Collaboration, and a Focus on EOD

Earlier this month, we had the chance to attend LAAD Defence and Security 2025 in Rio de Janeiro — a major event for the defence sector in Latin America. It was a busy few days, but a genuinely worthwhile one for Richmond Defence Systems.

Apr 92 min read

The Swiss Alps in the background, and an array of buildings, and cars, in front.

Training Swiss EOD Operators: A Day with the CSL 50-40 Vulkan M2

Chris Hawthorne, our Training Manager, recently spent a day in the Swiss hills, conducting a training session for Swiss EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) operators on the use of the CSL 50-40 Vulkan M2 Disruptor/De-Armer.

Apr 73 min read

A group of people in a line-up behind EOD disposal equipment.

Showcasing Vulkan at Security & Policing 2025: Disrupting the Threat Landscape in Urban Environments

This year’s Security & Policing 2025 event provided a powerful platform for real-world demonstrations of cutting-edge counter-explosive ordnance (Counter-EO) solutions.

Mar 122 min read

Electronics engineers surrounding a table, discussing a project.

Site Visits From Cranfield University & UKDSE

It's been a busy week here at Richmond with visits from Inoke Veikune of UKDSE, and Professor John Economou of Cranfield University - the site has been buzzing with activity.

Jan 301 min read

A Group of men, some of whom are in military uniform with their faces blurred for security.

Training With Slovenian EOD Units & Civil Protection Police

Chris Hawthorne MInstRE was joined by Glyn Hannah EngTech to spend two weeks in Slovenia, training units from land-based EOD and Civil Protection Police in the use of Richmond Defence System's products.

Dec 16, 20241 min read

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Visit from the UK Defence and Security Exports' Support Team

UK Defence and Security Exports' Export Support Team, today. Capt Stuart (Stu) Natt RE and Ian Ferguson MSc came along to work with our own Chris Hawthorne MInstRE to run through the key products that will be heading to the Indo Defence Expo and Forum.

Oct 16, 20241 min read

Two men in an electronics lab looking at a piece of bomb neutralising equipment.

Vulkan on show during Australian Deputy PM's visit to EPE

The Vulkan Disrupter system is a 4th generation maxi modular variable projectile mass, recoilless equipment which can be configured as a De-Armer or Disrupter.

Sep 25, 20241 min read