Years ago, bullet proof glass meant an incredibly heavy and thick pane of ordinary glass and usually some type of polycarbonate plastic. Nanotechnology has changed the standards for ballistic resistant glass. So, is bullet proof glass a truth or Legend? It’s the truth, but you’ll have to read more to understand how?
Unbreakable glass is a mystery to some customers mainly because of misconceptions around what bulletproof means in the industry and if products deliver on their claims. The confusion lies in our perception of the terms unbreakable, shatterproof, and bulletproof. Let’s first understand that no glass is entirely unbreakable. But with the use of nanotechnology and scientific breakthroughs, there are window treatments that make glass bulletproof, unbreakable, and shatterproof.
Bulletproof: Under multiple shots fired, the glass panes will crack or shatter but holds intact without the bullet penetrating the premises.
Unbreakable: Glass may crack or shatter but remains intact upon multiple strikes of force, delaying forced entry and building breach.
Shatterproof: When the glass breaks, it holds together, preventing projectile shards of glass or fine glass pieces that are extremely dangerous and may cause additional injuries.
One-Way Ballistics: Bullets can fire outward, but window glass will remain resistant to shots fired inward.
The scientific properties of the C-Bond BRS system reach the industry standards for these three classes, including bulletproof. What does that mean? It means the glass will crack or shatter under multiple shots fired but holds intact without the bullet penetrating the premises. Hence its claims of being bullet proof glass or bullet resistant glass.
How well does bullet proof glass hold up to its name?
The key to ballistic resistance is stopping exceedingly high-velocity projectiles without allowing penetration through the glass surface. Layers of security film applied sufficiently with an advanced nanotechnology bonding solution (C-Bond Secure) provide a low-profile finish. It is impenetrable under common duress and offers additional protection under heavy strain and attack. Enhanced toughened glass protects against not only projectiles such as bullets but also the force of a bomb blast or intense striking force, like a hammer or crowbar, for instance. For these reasons, The C-Bond BRS complete system is ideal for use in areas of high risk where the threat of firearms, rioting, bomb threats, and intrusion is prevalent. The C-Bond BRS system is proven in scientific testing to be failsafe in multiple shots fired with handguns.
Standard glass protected with C-Bond BRS gains superior shatterproof characteristics. When treated glass receives a heavy blow or blasts, the glass may break or shatter but stays intact. Holding the shards together is a safety precaution and reduces injury from flying glass. Whereas once treated – broken glass remains intact in the window frame. This feature helps protect the property from further damage and allows ample time to schedule repairs. The C-Bond BRS system also is proven in scientific testing to resist multiple blows and a bomb blast.
What are bullet proof glass limitations?
As stated before, no glass is entirely unbreakable. The glass’s design engineering resists multiple gunshots or forceful strikes. Still, under enough persistence and repeated force, even bullet proof glass will falter, and breach becomes imminent. The key to successful bullet proof glass for total security solutions is allowing enough time for the inhabitants to call for help. Police services and time to get everyone to safety are of utmost importance. Security is about delaying the intrusion until help can arrive, as well as being a powerful deterrent to the initial crime itself.
C-Bond window film products show positive results in ballistic testing.
When it comes to bullet proof glass, customers want glass that holds up under the most severe threats. The C-Bond BRS holds up under aggressive force with a blunt object, multiple shots fired by an active shooter, and a bomb blast. This level of endurance in a glass window is science acting at its best. C-Bond BRS shows expert results people are raving about.
To stout bullet resistance, more commonly referred to as bulletproof, the product must pass aggressive testing in one of the two industry standards; the Underwriters Laboratory (UL) Standard 752 or the National Institute of Justice (NIJ). C-Bond BRS passes ballistic threat testing in both institutes and multiple categories. Ballistic glass’s protection level rates according to success during numerous shots fired and measures against the specific type of firearm.
- C-Bond BRS’s ballistic resistance meets NIJ Level I, Level II, Level IIA, and UL level 752 ballistic protection standards. Ballistic resistance stops high-velocity projectiles from penetrating the glass, protecting against multiple threats and natural disasters. We show positive results for handgun threats using a caliber .38 Special and a 357 Magnum. All testing results confirmed zero penetration throughout five successive bullet impacts.
- A unique one-way ballistic capacity allows shooting outward while being protected inside. If needed, security or police can shoot outward and still have the advantage of maximum protection from inward bullets fired.
- Burglary resisting impact testing shows ten glass samples tested under five successive 50 ft-lb impacts at a distance of 10 feet. Successful steel ball drop produced breakage with no complete penetration throughout multiple tests.
Learn more about the complete testing of C-Bond BRS. View our results.
Who needs bullet proof glass?
Improved strength and shatterproof glass resist storm damage and flying objects.
Added strength and shatterproof glass are ideal for homes and businesses in storm-prone regions. Such areas include coastal properties that are subject to hurricanes, upper Northern homes that see hail storms, and Southern areas that are susceptible to tornadoes. These are prime examples of fantastic candidates to benefit from unbreakable glass windows.
Effective deterrent against smash and grab for business storefronts.
Used as a deterrent, it’s excellent for high-end merchandise, jewelry stores, and businesses in areas with high burglary rates and risk of vandalism. Unbreakable bullet proof glass is a sufficient deterrent against quick smash and grab burglary or looting. Burglar attempts that take too long to enter often get abandoned for easier targets and to not draw attention to themselves.
Delays attacks or threats of violence.
Bullet resistant glass is a must-have for educational institutions and government buildings to delay threats and provide time for getting people to safety. The Department of Homeland Security recognizes that active shooter incidents often finish in 10 -15 minutes. Extra minutes when holding off a threat usually means the difference between police arriving with help and the attack in progress escalating to damages, injury, and possible deaths.
One-way ballistic capabilities to combat armed intruders.
Scientists modeled a one-way ballistic capability for any institution prone to ballistic attack. These often include school campuses, government buildings, courthouses, hospitals, banks, police stations, and churches.
Benefits of C-Bond BRS for bullet resistant glass.
- Nanotechnology for stronger adhesion
- Outperforms other safety glass films
- Protects against multiple threats – theft, vandalism, gunfire, bomb threat, rioting, and looting
- Ballistic resistance creates a bullet resistant barrier
- Delay building breach with an impenetrable safety glass material
- Blast mitigation and shatterproof properties reduce possible injury from flying glass
- Precut to retrofit over the existing ordinary glass with a low profile
- It doesn’t typically require frame replacement
- Quick-drying cure times reduce interruption to business operations
- A cost-effective solution, less expensive than window replacement, polycarbonate glass, or laminated tempered glass
- The easy installation usually means less installation costs
- It offers added benefits, like energy savings, sun control, and UV protection
NANOTECHNOLOGY GOES ONE STEP MORE! This critical step is the clear difference. The complete C-Bond BRS system combines the scientific engineering of the C-Bond Secure adhesive solution and the proprietary application of multiple layers of 15-mil security films. Subsequently, the nanotechnology in the C-Bond Secure formula forms a bonding agent with the film. It enters the glass molecularly and repairs tiny imperfections that weaken the glass sheet.
Consequently, this product strengthens the glass within its atomic structure. It creates a stronger bond to the window film for a clear advantage over other security glass films. The C-Bond BRS system brings reliable ballistic protection to your traditional glass windows. Patriot Glass is the U.S. North American distributor of C‑Bond Secure and C‑Bond BRS. Professional installers must follow procedural steps to ensure proper coverage to uphold the quality results promised for ballistic resistance.
