Bullet Resistant Glass
Get answers to questions such as:
Get answers to questions such as:
- Does my building need bulletproof glass?
- Is bulletproof glass actually glass?
- What are bulletproof glass levels?
- Is bulletproof glass really bulletproof?
- What is the most commonly installed bulletproof glass?
- What type of bullet-resistant glass should I install?
What is Bulletproof Glass?
What is Bulletproof Glass?
More accurately described as bullet-resistant glass, it is actually one of several types of ballistic glazing materials. It is a little-understood fact that in many cases there is no actual “glass” involved.
The Breakdown
The Breakdown
Bullet-resistant glass is constructed using one or more of the following materials: acrylic, polycarbonate, or actual glass. These materials are used either by themselves in the case of monolithic acrylic, or layered together in multiple configurations to achieve specific properties.
Monolithic Acrylic
Monolithic Acrylic
Best suited for indoor use, acrylic can be highly customized and has superior optical clarity
Laminated Polycarbonate
Laminated Polycarbonate
Best suited for indoor use, it is also customizable. However, lamination impacts optical clarity.
Insulated Glass
Insulated Glass
Designed for exterior use, this glass has excellent insulating properties and optical clarity
Glass-Clad Polycarbonate
Glass-Clad Polycarbonate
Multiple thick layers reach the highest-rated levels of bullet resistance.
Average Weight per Square Foot
Average Weight per Square Foot
The actual weight of each type of bullet-resistant glass is directly related to its corresponding ballistic rating level. The below weights are the average across all levels available for that glass type
The 8 Levels of Bullet-Resistance
The 8 Levels of Bullet-Resistance
Each level of glass has been tested and found effective at stopping certain types of ammunition. The chart illustrates the weapons used to test at each UL 752 rating level.
The 8 Levels of Bullet-Resistance
THE TSS DIFFERENCE
THE TSS DIFFERENCE
Our Proven Process
Our Proven Process
ASSESS
ASSESS
- Project specifications
- End use of product
- Security needs
Through Evaluation
PLAN
PLAN
- On-site Field Measurements
- Custom Engineering
- Project Timing
Measure Twice, Cut Once
QUALITY CONTROL
QUALITY CONTROL
- Fabrication
- Assembly
- Quality Inspection
Security
DELIVERY
DELIVERY
- Shipping
- Professional Installation
Through Evaluation
Places We Have Installed
Places We Have Installed
