Attachment Systems are Crucial for Your Kansas City Security Film Install
Kansas City residents agree that security film is a necessity for both commercial and residential buildings. Safety and security film can protect building occupants and valuables against natural disasters, attacks, explosions, burglaries, and freak accidents. In order to fully utilize these security benefits, attachment systems are a crucial component for proper installation. Without an attachment system, your security film can actually fail to stick to your Kansas City window or glass door.
Installing Attachment Systems for Tempered and Annealed Glass
Did you know that attachment systems are actually required for tempered glass? Security film can actually fail to bond with tempered glass without a proper attachment system. Tempered glass is a stronger type of glass that actually breaks into smaller fragments after impact to mitigate broken glass hazards. Unfortunately this can cause security film to not stick accordingly after impact. Annealed glass is commonly found in residential properties all over the Kansas City area. Although attachment systems aren’t required for security film installed on annealed glass, we always recommend it. An attachment system can provide additional durability– which is important to always plan for the unexpected.
Different Types of Attachment Systems for Your Kansas City Security Film Install
The most cost-effective attachment system available is the Net System. The Net System offers multiple screw-in cordage, often associated with the lowest aesthetics. The Frame Lock system is another alternative that screws into the frame as well and is available in multiple colors for non-traditional windows. In some projects, we’ve used the 3M L-Shapped Rubber Gasket which is applied with tape to the perimeter of the window. This system is available at the highest price point with premium aesthetics, great for buildings with display needs. Our go-to attachment system is the industry standard Dow 995 caulking system. The Dow 995 actually replaces the rubber gasket in commercial and residential frames, and offers high elasticity for great impact-resistance.
Call today to schedule an on-site consultation or to learn more regarding attachment systems for Kansas City security film installations: (816) 253-6470
