Mustang Survival has expanded its research and development capabilities through a newly formed R&D laboratory and advanced concepts team.
The safety equipment manufactuter which is part of the Wing Group, has invested in testing, AI-driven analytics, and global collaborations with the aim of accelerating the cycle of developing safety and survival products.
The company says the investment will speed up early-stage research and user engagement through identifying needs and defining problems, and concept development and commercialisation.
The on-site laboratory will simulate extreme environments more effectively, enhancing fire-resistance and cold-immersion testing.
A big unknown piece is how materials behave at different temperatures.
Jill Davidson
“A big unknown piece is how materials behave at different temperatures,” said Jill Davidson, director R&D and Advanced Concepts, Mustang Survival.
“Being able to understand these shifts allows us to best address solutions around mobility, insulation, and inflation.”
Additionally, as part of Wing Group’s broader initiative, the team is applying AI and advanced analytics to accelerate insights from testing and improve material evaluation — supporting faster iteration and more reliable outcomes across programs.
To extend its research pipeline, Mustang Survival has expanded collaborations with universities across Canada and strengthened relationships with third-party laboratories locally and globally.
The team has also secured government funding to advance research and intellectual property development, creating further opportunities for patents.
“By increasing our commitment to R&D and advanced concepts, we are dedicated to a long-term, sustainable solution to the problems that our core users face, ensuring Mustang Survival stays on the leading edge of defining innovation within our market and categories,” explained Kenny Ballard, president, Mustang Survival.
