Wrap Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: WRAP), a provider of non-lethal public safety technologies, announced that Stark Security Inc., a Chicago-based protective services firm, has selected and will deploy the company’s Wrap Reality virtual reality training platform across its operations and officer training programs. This deployment expands WRAP’s presence in the private security market, with Stark using the immersive platform to train armed and unarmed officers in de-escalation, situational awareness, communication and policy-based decision-making through realistic scenarios.
WRAP said the deployment supports its broader WrapShield platform strategy and reflects growing demand for immersive training solutions in the private security sector. The company added that ATF Ruling 2026-2, which classifies its BolaWrap 150 as an instrument of restraint rather than a firearm or weapon under federal law, could expand access to civilian and private security markets as it continues to broaden adoption of its training and non-lethal response technologies.
The BolaWrap 150 is a patented device that deploys a multi-sensory, cognitive disruption to extend the pre-escalation period, giving officers critical time to manage non-compliant subjects before resorting to higher-force options. Used by over 1,000 agencies across the U.S. and in 60 countries, the device is backed by training certified by the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST).
Wrap Reality VR is a fully immersive training simulator designed to enhance decision-making under stress. It provides first responders with realistic, interactive scenarios that reflect the evolving challenges of modern law enforcement. By offering a growing library of real-world situations, Wrap Reality aims to equip officers with the skills and confidence to navigate high-stakes encounters effectively, leading to safer outcomes for both responders and the communities they serve.
The announcement underscores the increasing adoption of non-lethal technologies and virtual training in the private security industry. With the ATF ruling potentially opening new markets, Wrap Technologies is positioning itself to capitalize on the shift toward safer, more effective training and response tools. The company’s complete public safety portfolio also includes WrapVision body-worn camera system, WrapTactics training programs, and next-generation C-UAS solutions.
