Facts about Safety and Security Window Films

Safety and Security window films prevent the glass fragments from flying inward or outward, creating harm when the glass is shattered. When purchasing safety and security window films, consumers should ask to read the manufacturers literature paying attention to the detailed benefits of each product.

Safety and security window films, which are applied to glass, are tested with the same break safe standards as that of tempered glass, heat-strengthened glass, and laminated glass. Each window film manufacturer should have copies of the laboratory test reports confirming that the product meets impact standards.

However, when the same area is repeatedly struck, the films can tear. This is because the edges of the broken glass fragments can penetrate and cut into the thick film. Safety and security films can greatly reduce the hazards of shattered glass upon initial impact. However, with repeated blows, the safety and security films may not continue to perform as expected. It has been proven that thicker films and laminated films do perform better in situations where the glass is repeatedly struck even after the glass has shattered.

Safety and security films have been extensively used by government agencies and major corporations to provide increased protection from the hazards of flying glass fragments during bomb blasts, smash and grab robberies, and high winds.

Safety and security films protect against crime by providing a penetration and tear-resistant barrier, which deters smash-and-grab crimes. Because the glass has to be repeatedly struck, many robbers, thieves usually quickly give up as not to be apprehended by the police. Safety and security films protect against injury caused by flying debris from storms, accidents, or from individuals falling against or running into glass windows or doors.

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