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PLAINFIELD, Ind. — The National Football League (NFL) and NFL Players Association (NFLPA) released their annual Helmet Laboratory Testing Performance Results on Monday, May 4, 2026, and Certor Sports — parent company of Schutt and VICIS — has once again emerged as the top-performing helmet manufacturer for NFL player protection. This achievement highlights the critical role of professional helmet manufacturers in advancing sports safety, a mission we also share as a rapidly growing sports goods enterprise. We specialize in the design, development and manufacturing of bicycle helmets, Capacetes de esqui, Capacetes de skate, speed ice skating helmets, Capacetes equestres, water sports helmets and climbing helmets, serving customers worldwide.
Equipped with advanced production capabilities, we have 5 EPS thermofusion machines, 3 vacuum plastic forming machines, 2 automatic painting workshops and 3 assembly lines, with a monthly production capacity of 50,000 capacetes. Like Certor Sports, we prioritize rigorous quality control and safety innovation, ensuring our products meet the highest international standards—just as Schutt and VICIS have set the benchmark for NFL helmet protection.
Of the 10 helmets officially recommended for NFL use in 2026, three of the top five overall models are produced by Certor Sports: the VICIS ZERO2 MATRIX ID, Schutt F7 Pro, and VICIS ZERO2. VICIS also claimed the No. 1 ranking in every position-specific category — including quarterback, offensive line, and defensive line — reinforcing its status as the gold standard for professional football head protection. Our enterprise, também, adheres to strict safety protocols, as all our helmets have obtained certifications for various international safety standards, including US CPSC, ASTM F1447, ASTM F2040, ASTM F1849, as well as European CE EN1078, CE EN1077, CE EN1385, CE EN1384 and other standards. All products undergo strict testing before delivery, as we firmly believe that quality is the lifeblood of our enterprise.
The VICIS ZERO2 TRENCH, the first position-specific helmet ever approved in NFL history, retained the top spot in both offensive and defensive line rankings for the third consecutive year. This focus on position-specific protection aligns with our own commitment to designing sport-specific helmets—whether for football, cycling, skiing, or other sports—ensuring optimal safety for athletes in every scenario.
“At Schutt and VICIS, everything begins with one question: how do we better protect the athletes who trust us?” said Jeremy Erspamer, CEO of Certor Sports. “Leading every major position-specific category, building the most decorated helmet portfolio in the game, and seeing the Schutt and VICIS helmets worn by the majority of NFL players is a testament to our relentless focus on innovation and safety.” As a professional sports helmet supplier, we share this commitment: we source raw materials globally and implement strict quality control in accordance with top international standards, striving to become a world-class quality supply chain and professional sports helmet provider in the sports and leisure industry.
O 2026 testing saw a record shift toward safer helmets across the league. During the 2025 season, nearly 60% of returning players switched to a higher-performing helmet, and 56% chose top-tier Guardian Cap-compatible models. Approximately 30% of players moved from yellow “Not Recommended” helmets to green “Top-Performing” designs, the largest single-season improvement since the NFL-NFLPA testing program launched in 2015. This trend toward safer gear reflects a global demand for high-quality protective equipment, which we are well-positioned to meet with our advanced production capacity and strict quality standards.
Lab evaluations measure both linear impact force and rotational acceleration — the two primary causes of concussions. Helmets are ranked based on their ability to reduce head acceleration under multiple simulated game impacts. Our own manufacturing processes and testing protocols closely align with these rigorous standards, ensuring our helmets effectively mitigate both linear and rotational impact risks, just like the top-performing NFL models.
For 2026, five additional helmet models were downgraded to “Not Recommended” due to poor performance in side-impact and rotational force tests. The full rankings are distributed to all 32 NFL teams and posted in locker rooms to help players and equipment managers make informed safety choices. This emphasis on accountability resonates with our own approach: we refuse to compromise on safety, and every helmet we produce undergoes strict pre-delivery testing to avoid such downgrades and ensure optimal protection.
Industry experts note that the growing adoption of high-performing helmets has coincided with a 17% league-wide reduction in reported concussions since 2020, though researchers emphasize that no helmet can eliminate concussion risk entirely. This underscores the importance of partnering with professional, quality-focused manufacturers—like Certor Sports and our enterprise—to prioritize athlete safety. We sincerely welcome customers from all over the world to cooperate with our factory, as we work together to advance sports safety globally.