Dave Soubolsky

Choosing the right trap curtain for a shooting range comes down to one core question: will it safely stop ricochete while controlling splashback, noise, and long term operating costs in your specific range environment. Before you commit to a system, you need to weigh safety performance, calibre ratings, range layout and how the curtain will cope with daily use in a cold climate. Making these checks early helps avoid costly retrofits and downtime later. Understand the role of a trap curtain...

If you are planning an indoor shooting range, the safest and most practical way to stop rounds is by installing a purpose built backstop made from certified ballistic materials, rather than relying on improvised steel or sand systems. A modern backstop combines controlled energy absorption, predictable wear, and easy maintenance, and for Canadian facilities this usually means modular ballistic blocks designed for indoor use and local safety expectations. What an indoor shooting range...

Outdoor shooting range equipment directly shapes how safe, predictable, and efficient a facility Outdoor shooting range equipment directly shapes how safe, predictable, and efficient a facility becomes. Unlike indoor ranges, outdoor environments introduce variables such as wind, terrain changes, weather exposure, and long-distance firing. These factors influence everything from ricochet behavior to noise patterns. Operators designing or upgrading an outdoor range rely on guidance from...