Meeting the Highest Standards of Protection
Government buildings, from federal courthouses to local municipal offices, are often high-risk targets for terrorism, civil unrest, and other security threats. The General Services Administration (GSA) and the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) have established stringent standards for building security, with a major focus on the performance of windows during a blast event. Our security window films are tested to meet these exacting standards, providing a critical layer of protection for government personnel and property.
Blast Mitigation: The Primary Goal
In an explosion, flying glass is one of the greatest threats, causing the majority of injuries and deaths. Blast mitigation window film is designed to handle the extreme pressures of a bomb blast.
- Holds Glass Together: When a blast wave hits a window, the film and a robust attachment system (like a structural silicone or mechanical frame) absorb the energy and hold the glass shards together, preventing them from becoming deadly projectiles.
- Meets GSA and UFC Criteria: We offer films and attachment systems that have been independently tested and certified to meet specific government blast performance levels (e.g., GSA Level C, UFC Level 2).
- Reduces Spall: The film contains not only the glass on the exterior but also prevents 'spall'—small particles of glass that can be ejected from the interior surface of the window at high velocity.
Comprehensive Government Security Solutions
Beyond blast mitigation, our films provide a full spectrum of protection for government facilities:
- Forced Entry / Intrusion Detection: The same films protect against forced entry attempts, securing sensitive areas from unauthorized access.
- RF Attenuation: We offer specialty films that can help to block RF/IR signals, preventing electronic eavesdropping in secure facilities (SCIFs).
- UV and Solar Control: Combination films can add energy efficiency and comfort to government buildings, reducing operational costs while enhancing security.
We have the experience and product knowledge to work with government facility managers, security consultants, and contractors to specify and install security solutions that meet all required performance criteria. Protect your facility and personnel with proven, tested technology. Contact us for a confidential consultation.