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Safety and Security Films
These films will protect buildings during destructive weather
conditions, earthquakes, bomb blasts, explosions, or smash and grab
burglaries. It helps maintain the integrity of a structure's outer shell to
keep wind, rain and flying glass fragments from wreaking havoc inside the
structure. Our films can also reject harmful UV rays, which cause fading and
lower energy costs.
3M Ultra Flex system
3M Safety and Security Films are one of the most vigorously tested
window films out there. Windstorms, bomb blasts, flying objects, we have
tested them all to make sure our films not only meet, but exceeds industry
standards for impact and tear resistance. Our most durable system in severe
conditions is the 3M Ultra flex system.
How it Works
This system combines the
elasticity of the 3M Ultra Safety and Security Window Film and Dow Corning
995 Silicone Structural Adhesive system that creates a more flexible
membrane to capture and absorb the impact energy. 3M Ultra flex Window
System allows the frame to bend and twist to accommodate a variety of impact
stresses, increasing personal safety from flying glass. For ease of use, the
Ultra flex System offers a simple, more cost effective attachment system
when compared to more bulky mechanical attachment alternatives. The Ultra
flex System will replace the window gasket and blend with the frame system
to look as good as the gasket it replaces.
More than just glass protection
Although it’s main job is protection, safety and security window films
can also alleviate sun control problems. When a tinted safety or security
film that is selected, you receive additional benefits from the film such as
reduces energy costs from reflected heat, reduced glare and improved
comfort.
A national retail chain recently experienced a break-in at a
store in Stuart, Florida. Burglars smashed through the windows, reached in,
and quickly grabbed $35,000 worth of jewelry, before police officers could
respond to the store’s security alarm. The company wanted to do something to
defend its assets in the event of another burglary attempt.
Tested Tough
To increase
public safety, lawmakers developed human impact standards mandating specific
strength levels for glass. Climate Insulating Products carries only window
films that pass and meet certain standards. All installers are certified to
install safety and security film. To reach the required levels, glass had to
be tempered or heat strengthened, however annealed glass needs window film
or other enhancements to achieve compliance when necessary. The two most
commonly accepted human impact standards are:
American National
Standards Institute (ANSI) Z 97.1 – testing involves glass impact of 100 and
150 foot pounds, the standard most commonly used for residential
applications.
Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) Code Federal
Regulations (CFR) 1201, category II – testing involves glass impact of 400
foot pounds, the standard more commonly used for commercial applications.
ANSI Z97.1 and CPSC 16 CFR 1201 Cat I and II
General Services
Administration (GSA) Level 3b United Facilities Criteria (UFC)
ASTM
Large Missile Level C and Small Missile requirements
Underwriters
Laboratory UL972 Forced Entry requirements
Factory Mutual FM Approvals
4350 Small Missile
EN356, level P2A
Flexible Application
From corporate and retail to
hospitality and educational applications, Climate Insulating Products offers
high-performance films that can help you control or even eliminate the
danger and damage caused by broken glass in new construction and retrofit
projects. Strong, clear safety and security films offer a broad range of
solar and aesthetic solutions to compliment the demands of any commercial
project.