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Source: https://www.timesofisrael.com/shield-of-israel-at-evacuated-kibbutz-sasa-an-armor-factory-toils-to-protect-troops/

Evacuated Kibbutz Sasa's Armor Factory Works to Protect Troops

(Times of Israel) John Jeffay - Two miles from Israel's border with Lebanon, at the Plasan armor factory in Kibbutz Sasa, hundreds of employees work around the clock to protect IDF soldiers and their vehicles. Residents of the kibbutz were evacuated months ago, but Plasan staff members continue working, despite frequent rocket attacks. An anti-tank missile hit the kibbutz school's auditorium on Dec. 17. Plasan's core product is body armor for bulletproof vests. It is also a world leader in bolt-on armor kits for military vehicles.

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