Wrap Technologies (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.
The move underscores a broader trend: private security firms are increasingly turning to advanced training technologies to prepare officers for high-stress situations. Wrap Reality offers a fully immersive training simulator designed to enhance decision-making under stress, providing first responders with realistic, interactive scenarios that reflect the evolving challenges of modern law enforcement. By offering a growing library of real-world situations, the platform 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.
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. This regulatory clarification may remove barriers for private security firms seeking to adopt non-lethal tools, potentially opening new revenue streams for WRAP.
The BolaWrap 150 is a patented, non-lethal restraint device that deploys a multi-sensory distraction of sight and sound as a first response, followed by a non-lethal restraint if further escalation is required. It does not shoot, strike, shock, or incapacitate; instead, it helps officers strategically operate pre-escalation on the force continuum, reducing the risk of injury to both officers and subjects. Used by over 1,000 agencies across the U.S. and in 60 countries, BolaWrap is backed by training certified by the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST).
The expansion into private security comes at a time when the demand for non-lethal tools and techniques is growing, particularly for creating time, distance, and tactical advantage in non-criminal calls. WRAP’s complete public safety portfolio includes the BolaWrap 150, Wrap Reality, WrapVision body-worn camera system, WrapTactics training programs, and next-generation C-UAS solutions like PAN-DA and the 1KC Kinetic Anti-Drone Cassette. These technologies support the company’s mission to provide safer, scalable, and cost-effective solutions for public safety, defense, and critical infrastructure markets.
For business and technology leaders, this deployment signals a shift in how private security firms are investing in training and technology to mitigate risks and improve outcomes. The integration of VR training and non-lethal devices could set new standards for officer preparedness and public safety, potentially influencing procurement decisions across the industry. As WRAP continues to expand its footprint in the private sector, the implications for public safety technology adoption are significant, offering a glimpse into the future of security operations.
