Bomb Blast Window Film: Ultimate protection for the most dire situations
The world is not always flowers and rainbows. In the 21st century, terrorist attacks, shootings, bombings and even massive extreme weather events are all too common an occurrence, particularly in highly populated areas and cities that house government and corporate headquarters. While we don’t have the solution to world peace in our inventory, we do offer highly advanced security window film systems, which offer maximum security enhancements for buildings and spaces that could be targeted by destructive forces.
Bomb blast protection systems provide impenetrable defense for commercial and government buildings, keeping occupants safe during dangerous situations and unexpected disasters. From schools and offices to airports, stadiums, military bases, and beyond, bomb blast window films are a smart investment for public spaces of all types.
The Benefits
Life is full of unexpected twists and turns. If you own or manage a government building, large corporate space, public building or airport, our highly advanced security film systems might be the disaster preparedness solution you need. Stay safe and protected, no matter what with bomb blast mitigation film.
Impact Protection Systems
Window film impact protection systems work two fold to help mitiagate the damaging effects of high pressure impacts on windows. First, high grade secuirty window film is placed on existing windows, bonding glass plates together. Next, an attachment system like the one pictured above is installed to the the filmed glass. The attachment arm bonds window panes firmly yet flexibly to the inside of their frame, assuring that even the most extreme impacts will not rupture glass.
Disaster Preparedness
Security window film impact protection systems can help your commercial space be prepared for even the very worst terrorist attack or extreme natural disaster. Broken glass shards can quickly turn into deadly shrapnel when impacted with a tremendous force, so don't take chances. Bomb blast impact systems can save the lives of hundreds and mitigate collateral damage to property in dire circumstances. We highly recommend this film to airports, government buildings, and any corporate spaces in areas where disasters like earthquakes, hurricanes, tornados or giant monster attacks are common.
Blast Mitigation
The consequences of a bombing or explosion could be devastating. These potentially fatal threats deserve the upmost attention and require advanced security measures. Bomb blast protection film minimizes the effects of blasts, keeping people, valuables, and buildings safe.
Comprehensive Protection for Your Building
Get the protection your building needs and the peace of mind you deserve. Our bomb blast window films offer comprehensive security and outstanding benefits.
Blast Protection – There are a number of ways a blast could occur. The wrong chemicals get mixed. A dangerous individual with a bomb somehow gets past security. Or flammable materials catch fire. When things go wrong, you need a backup plan to keep everyone safe. Our blast protection systems can minimize the damage and help you get things under control.
Injury Prevention – Broken glass is one of greatest risks during an explosion or natural disaster. When windows are hit at high speed, glass can suddenly go flying everywhere, putting everyone inside the building at risk. Our security window films keep broken glass in place so that building occupants can escape unharmed.
Faster Recovery – As if a blast itself wasn’t traumatic enough, the cleanup you have to deal with afterward can be a nightmare. And the longer it takes to repair your building, the longer you have to keep your doors closed and miss out on revenue. Installing impact protection film can minimize the extent of damage to your building so that you can recover faster after emergencies.
Invisible Defense – Perhaps one of the greatest benefits of bomb blast protection films is that they’re minimally invasive. In fact, they’re practically impossible to notice. Unlike security cameras and metal bars, which are visually distracting, bomb blast window films can’t be seen by the naked eye. While invisible, you can feel safe knowing they’re there, protecting your building no matter what.
Featured Products
3M™ Impact Protection Systems
Strengthen glass doors and windows with 3M Impact Protection Systems. When 3M Safety & Security Window Films are combined with 3M Impact Protection Attachment Systems, windows become incredibly strong and shatter resistant. The tear-resistant film keeps glass in place while the attachment system anchors the entire window unit, allowing it to endure extremely high levels of impact.
C-Bond Systems
C-Bond Systems are the world's only security system that uses nanotechnology to strengthen glass. When combined with security window film, C-Bond primer makes windows so strong that they're able to resist the most extreme forces, including gunfire and explosions.
Hanita Coatings SafetyZone
Hanita Coatings developed their security technology after 30 years of field experience in Israel. Hanita Coatings SafetyZone window films offer unparalleled defense, protecting properties from break-ins, blasts, severe weather, and more.
Bomb Blast Protection Window Film Resources
Learn more about bomb blast protection films. Check out these resources for helpful tips, insight, and information:
- 3M™ Scotchshield™ Window Film Ultra Series Blast Test: Watch 3M Security Window Films in action! This video demonstrates how 3M window films can resist high impact and bomb blasts.
- Blast Protection for Windows – UNDSS: In this document, the UN Department of Safety and Security discusses the need for blast mitigation and how shatter resistant films can help.
- FEMA Building Design Guidance: In this brochure, FEMA provides guidance for mitigating the effects of blasts and terrorist attacks. Browse this document and you will discover that FEMA specifically mentions security window film as an option for mitigating the effects of an explosive attack.
- Shatter Resistant Window Film – U.S. Department of Home Security: Here is some information from the U.S. Department of Home Security on using shatter resistant window film to protect glass panes in buildings.
- 3M-Case-Study-Security-Window-Film-Armed Forces: This case study highlights how 3M security window film was installed to protect The Armed Forces Service Center in Minnesota from blasts and other safety threats.
- What Happens in a Blast: This document from Solar Gard explains what happens to windows during a blast.
- llumar-safety-window-film-case-study-education-center: Read this case study to learn about how one school took steps to protect against blasts with LLumar Security Window Film.
Bomb Blast Protection Window Film FAQ for Businesses
Window film is able to provide blast mitigation for glass by increasing its flexibility and shatter resistance. Window films absorb and deflect energy sideways, preventing it from accumulating in one single area during impact. This, in turn, puts less stress on the glass, increasing its shatter resistance. Window films also make glass more flexible, reducing its rigidity and fragility. Furthermore, window films provide backup protection because they keep broken shards in place if the glass does crack. Instead of flying into the room, sharp glass pieces are caught safely between the layers of film, preventing people and interior spaces from being harmed.
Blast retention film is a type of security window film used to protect buildings from the effects of explosions, bombings, and extreme impact. The window film is made from durable polyester and often reinforced with an impact protection system that anchors the film to the window pane. When a blast occurs, the film absorbs some of the impact, preventing the window from erupting into tiny glass shards. If the glass does break, it will be safely contained within the thick layers of film.
Yes. All of our bomb blast protection films have been scientifically tested to determine their durability and effectiveness. This is not to say that they are foolproof. There are some circumstances that are simply beyond what we can foresee or control. Window films do not make glass indestructible. However, they are an effective method for mitigating the damage caused by blasts.
Hurricanes range in size and strength. While some are mild, others are highly destructive. Installing a blast mitigation film may help reduce the risk associated with broken glass that can occur during a hurricane. Certain window film products can withstand very strong winds, ranging up to 120 mph.
There is no such thing as bulletproof window film. At some point, a window will break, especially if it’s shot at multiple times. There are, however, window tinting products that are designed to resist bullets. These are called ballistic resistant window films. These window films are designed to make windows resistant to gunfire. They may have to be shot at more than once before the glass breaks. This gives occupants extra time to escape and get to somewhere safer.
The term “blast resistant windows” is usually used to refer to a window which has been retrofitted or reinforced for the purpose of blast mitigation. There are different ways that this can be accomplished. Polycarbonate barriers can be used to protect glass panes from impact. Or, as an alternative, laminated glass can also be used to protect windows. For this option, a durable plastic interlayer acts to hold broken glass together upon impact. However, with window film, you do not have to replace the glass units. Bomb blast protection films are both convenient and affordable because they can be used to strengthen your existing windows, reducing the costs for materials and labor.
Yes. Shatterproof window films can be safely installed on tempered glass, so long as the proper products and techniques are used. We always make sure to use window films that are compatible with the type of glass we’re working on.
If your commercial space is in need of maximum security upgrades for their windows, than call Scottish Window Tinting today to speak to a window film expert about bomb blast impact protection systems.