Environmental Protection Over Vehicle (EPOV) Cover for IFV and APV Platforms
What It Is
The Environmental Protection Over Vehicle (EPOV) Cover is a specially designed double-sided vinyl-coated polyester woven fabric system, purpose built to protect Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs) and Armoured Patrol Vehicles (APVs) from harsh environmental conditions. It integrates with supporting equipment such as dehumidifiers and battery chargers to safeguard vehicle readiness during both storage and deployment.
Why Use It?
The EPOV Cover provides complete environmental protection for armoured vehicles, significantly reducing wear, corrosion, and degradation caused by exposure to heat, humidity, and extreme cold. By maintaining optimal environmental conditions, the system supports operational readiness, ensuring vehicles remain in peak condition even when idle or stored in demanding environments.
KEY FEATURES & PERFORMANCE BENEFITS
Custom-fit design ensures the cover secures precisely over IFV and APV platforms, maximising coverage and protection.
Integrated access hatches allow seamless connection to dehumidifiers and battery chargers, maintaining full environmental control.
Rapid deployment and recovery, the system can be fitted or removed by just two personnel and includes a dedicated stowage wrap with securing straps for efficient handling.
Reinforced straps and fastening systems deliver excellent wind resistance and stability in extreme weather.
Low-maintenance design, easily cleaned with warm soapy water and air dried, reducing downtime and maintenance effort.
All-weather capability, engineered to perform across a wide temperature range, ensuring durability from arctic to desert conditions.
D 3776, Method C
D 2261
Tear
D 1424
Adhesion
ASTM D 751 (Dielectric Weld, RF)
Hydrostatic Resistance
D 751, Procedure B, Procedure 1
D 751, Procedure A, Procedure 1
Flame Resistance ASTM D 6413 (Warp & Fill) After Flame – 2 sec max. Char Length – Less than 50% Consumption
Mildew Resistance
G 21
Material Double-sided vinyl-coated polyester woven fabric
Example vehicle dimensions
Typical IFV or APV, approx. 8.9 m (L) × 3.0 m (W) × 3.1 m (H) (excluding mirrors and antennae)
MAINTENANCE
+ Clean with warm soapy water and a soft sponge.
+ Rinse thoroughly and allow to air dry.
+ Store in a clean, dry environment to maximise service life.
APPLICATIONS
+ Protection of IFV and APV platforms during long-term storage.
+ Deployment support in extreme temperature or humidity conditions.
+ Integration with environmental control systems such as dehumidifiers and vehicle maintenance chargers
