Design team reviewing a live-fire training facility layout

Services · Design

Design Services

Every Amidon project begins with a simple but critical principle: design drives performance. Our design and engineering services ensure that every facility we deliver is not only functional, but optimized for safety, resilience, and mission success.

Build with blocks

At Amidon, our team of dedicated design experts helps turn your vision into reality. Whether you need a flexible live-fire training facility, tactical shoot house, or ballistic-resistant structure, our modular block system provides the foundation.

Fully reconfigurable — adapt your facility to meet evolving training and operational needs.
No permanent structure approvals required — modular design means faster deployment with less red tape.
Customizable & scalable — start small and expand as needed with ease.
Durable & ballistic-resistant — built with Amidon Ballistic Concrete^® for unmatched protection.

Rendering of a modular ballistic concrete training compound built from ArmorBlock components — Modular blocks give you the freedom to build, adapt, and reconfigure as your facility’s needs evolve.

From concept to build-ready

Engineer & design services

Engineering team reviewing a ballistic concrete shoot house floor plan

Precision planning for superior execution

We provide comprehensive engineering and design services to bring your vision to life. Our expert team ensures that every project is meticulously planned, structurally sound, and built for optimal performance.

Expert design assistance — we develop a customized facility layout that meets your needs.
Precision engineering — our team produces detailed blueprints and technical specifications.
Seamless on-site execution — every project is built exactly to design.

Field crew staking out a live-fire training facility site before construction

Site evaluation services

Proper planning starts with a comprehensive site evaluation. Before construction begins, our experts conduct an on-site assessment to ensure environmental, physical, and legal requirements are met — eliminating obstacles and streamlining the build process.

Assess environmental & physical conditions — identify challenges and ensure proper land preparation.
Meet legal & compliance standards — gather data to obtain permits and approvals efficiently.
Optimize design & build accuracy — ensure the final product aligns with the original vision.

Amidon design and engineering services

Design drives performance

Whether the requirement is a modular live-fire shoot house, a hardened perimeter barrier, or a ballistic-resistant facility upgrade, our team brings precision, innovation, and technical depth to every engagement.

Engineering excellence built on experience

Our engineering team is led by veterans of both industry and service who understand the unique challenges of defense, security, and critical infrastructure. We combine real-world operational insight with advanced engineering practices, structural modeling, and ballistic testing data to ensure every system we produce can withstand the toughest conditions.

Custom design for unique mission requirements

No two customers face the same threats or operate under the same constraints. From site assessments to detailed schematics, we work closely with each client to understand objectives, operational needs, and long-term considerations — meeting or exceeding relevant standards, including UFC and NIJ guidelines.

Integrated solutions with Amidon Ballistic Concrete^®

Our patented Amidon Ballistic Concrete^® (ABC) technology anchors much of our design work. Incorporating ABC into projects delivers superior ballistic performance, extended service life, and reduced maintenance costs compared to traditional construction.

End-to-end support

Design and engineering are just the beginning. We provide full lifecycle support, from initial concept through installation, testing, and sustainment. Our modular systems are engineered for adaptability, allowing customers to expand, reconfigure, or relocate assets as mission needs evolve.

A trusted partner in protection

When you choose Amidon for design and engineering services, you’re not just getting a contractor — you’re gaining a partner. We pride ourselves on transparency, technical rigor, and a relentless commitment to protecting those who protect us.

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Start with the mission requirement.

Tell us what your facility needs to accomplish and we’ll bring design, engineering, and site evaluation together to get you to a build-ready layout.