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PureForge Brakes Earns AMECA Certification

In a significant development for the automotive aftermarket industry, PureForge®, recognized for its cutting-edge brake systems, has attained the AMECA (Automotive Manufacturers Equipment Compliance Agency) certification for its brake kits specifically designed for the Ford Explorer Interceptor. Announced on November 5, 2025, during the Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas, this achievement confirms that PureForge’s products not only meet but exceed the stringent performance benchmarks established for original-equipment (OE) brake systems utilized in emergency vehicles.

Compliance with Rigorous Standards

The AMECA certification process is rigorous, evaluating aftermarket brake components to ensure their reliability and performance under conditions representative of police service. This assessment includes the simulation of real-world scenarios using inertia-dynamometer tests, fade and wear analyses, and noise evaluations. By fulfilling these protocols, PureForge has demonstrated that its brake kits for the Ford Explorer Interceptor provide the fade-resistant stopping power that today's law-enforcement fleets require.

Nathan K. Meckel, the founder of PureForge, emphasized the importance of this certification, stating, "This achievement not only highlights the engineering excellence of our products but also reaffirms our commitment to delivering the highest level of reliability to our customers. Our goal is to offer OE-equivalent performance boosted by our patented Atomic-Forged technology, which helps law enforcement agencies minimize vehicle downtime and enhance their return on investment."

The PureForge Aftermarket Program

The PureForge aftermarket program is specifically designed to address the challenges faced by police and emergency fleets. Conventional aftermarket brake assemblies often fail under extreme conditions, particularly during high-speed pursuits or when subjected to prolonged operational stress. In contrast, PureForge’s brake kits are engineered to match and often surpass OE specifications concerning friction, thermal resilience, and wear resistance, ensuring consistent and safe performance throughout the duty cycle.

Each PureForge brake kit is backed by an unparalleled 3-year or 100,000-mile warranty, which reflects the company's confidence in its innovative Atomic-Forging® process. This unique technology embeds a dense metallic matrix into the rotor surface, virtually eliminating abrasive wear. As a result, the system experiences considerably less brake dust production, longer pad life, and reduced lifecycle costs, all crucial metrics for fleet managers focusing on total cost of ownership.

Field tests conducted by various U.S. law enforcement agencies have verified the laboratory findings of PureForge, with numerous departments praising the consistent pedal feel, extended pad lifespan, and decreased maintenance needs even under the demanding conditions often faced in police work. Now, with the formal recognition from AMECA, PureForge firmly establishes itself as a provider of certified, high-performance brake systems for pursuit-rated vehicles.

About PureForge

PureForge is a leading technology and operational company transforming braking performance and sustainability. With over 45 patents to its name, its proprietary Atomic-Forging® process embeds ultra-dense metallic compounds into the rotor surface, significantly enhancing friction retention while reducing dust and lifecycle costs. PureForge specializes in delivering exact-fit brake systems for critical missions in public safety, commercial transport, and more, all supported by an industry-leading warranty. For further information, visit pureforge.com.