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Protect Speakers and Executives With Bulletproof Podiums

A podium puts a speaker in a fixed, exposed position, often in a lobby, auditorium, or outdoor venue where the audience isn't fully controlled. A bulletproof podium turns that moment of exposure into a secure standing point that appears natural.

Ballistic podiums are one of many executive protection solutions we offer.

They're ideal for providing invisible protection during press conferences, graduation ceremonies, town halls, and other interactions at public venues. 

Who Uses Security Podiums?


Public Venues and Press Events

Any time a speaker stands in front of an audience, they are vulnerable to threats. Security podiums give venue security teams a way to protect a speaker without changing the format of the event or drawing attention to the security measure itself.

Government and Municipal Buildings

City council chambers, courthouses, and government press rooms use freestanding, ballistic podiums to protect officials during public sessions. These environments call for a fixed point of protection that still allows officials to engage directly with the public.

Schools and Universities

Graduation ceremonies, school board meetings, and campus events often put administrators or public figures at a podium in front of a large, open audience. A ballistic podium extends protection similar to the security measures schools use for entryways and reception areas. It functions as a lectern and a work surface for professors and other speakers.

If you'd like to learn more about your options for security podiums, schedule a consultation with us. One of our ballistic barrier experts is ready to learn about your event or venue and discuss how a podium fits into your executive protection plan.

Components of a Bulletproof Podium

Fiberglass Construction

TSS podiums are built with a bulletproof fiberglass core. We can add a wood veneer or plastic laminate so the podium matches your venue's existing furniture and finishes.

Ballistic Glazing

We can build podiums with ballistic glazing across the front face, giving the speaker a clear line of sight to read a screen while maintaining full ballistic coverage.

Storage and Function

A podium has to work as a piece of furniture. TSS podiums can include full-extension drawers, adjustable shelves, and swivel casters so the same unit that protects a speaker also stores notes, microphones, electronics, or AV equipment and moves easily between rooms or venues.

They can accompany you any place where you need protection.

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Components of a Bulletproof Podium

Our podiums are tested against the UL 752 Standard for Bullet-Resistant Equipment.

Levels 1-3 are rated to stop three-shot clusters from common handguns.

Levels 4-8 are rated to stop one to five shots from various rifles and submachine guns.

The right level depends on the venue, the audience, and who's standing behind the podium. Our security experts can help match the podium's rating to your event.

Our podiums also meet the following standards:

  • ANSI Z97.1: Safety Glazing Materials Used in Buildings
  • ASTM C1172: Standard Specification for Laminated Architectural Flat Glass
  • ASTM D4802: Standard Specification for Poly (Methyl Methacrylate) Acrylic Plastic Sheet

Frequently Asked Questions About Security Podiums

What are the dimensions of your security podiums?
The standard size is 32" by 24" by 72" tall. They can be customized according to your needs. 
Do they have locking wheels?
Yes, the wheels lock to stabilize the podium while in use.
Are they weather-resistant?
No. Our ballistic podiums are designed for indoor use.
Do they have tamper-proof construction?
Our podiums can be outfitted with locks for the cabinets, allowing you to keep documents or other equipment secure. 
Can we add our logo to them?
Yes, you can. Our team does not add logos as part of the design, but you may purchase a logo plaque and attach it to the podium. 
Can a bulletproof podium be customized to match existing furniture?

Yes, we build each podium as a custom solution with wood veneer or plastic laminate finishes to match a stage or existing furniture set. We can fabricate them in a variety of sizes and designs as well so they can function as desks.

Do bulletproof podiums include AV or microphone accommodations?

Yes. We can build podiums with cutouts, cable routing, and shelving to accommodate microphones, laptops, and AV equipment, including USB charging and monitors, in addition to full-extension drawers and adjustable shelves for storage.

Are bulletproof podiums mobile?

Swivel casters can be added for mobility between rooms or venues or make them a stationary fixture, depending on how your venue plans to use it.

How do podiums fit into our executive protection plan?

A podium protects one fixed point during a public appearance. It works alongside the rest of an executive protection plan, which may include secure offices, reinforced reception areas, and controlled building entryways.

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TSS Is Ready to Help You Protect Speakers and Executives With Security Podiums

After more than 20 years of experience and over 30,000 projects, our team has extensive expertise in designing and installing bulletproof barriers that offer nearly invisible protection. If you're ready to talk about a solution for keeping high-profile individuals safe, schedule a consultation with us. One of our experts will answer your questions and help you design a bulletproof solution for your event or venue.