Bulletproof glass offers an extra layer of security to any building. Whether you’re looking to secure a commercial store full of stock, a home with your loved ones, or a school of children, bulletproof glass provides extra confidence.
So, how does bulletproof glass work to prevent bullets from causing damage on the other side?
The mechanics of bullets are astounding. The tiny, metal capsule has the power to go through a wall and can present great danger when they fall into the wrong hands. For example, a round fired from a handgun travels at 370m/second, and heavy artillery can range more than 30,000 meters.
A bullet works by rapidly expanding the burning powder inside the cartridge, converting the burning powder into gas. The expanding gas pushes the bullet out the cartridge and down the barrel. The “bang” that you hear is the sound of escaping gasses.
Different Types Of Bullets
Many types of bullets are used in a range of firearms. Depending on their purpose, these projectiles are shaped and composed differently. Consider the following examples as a basic introduction to the different groups of bullets.
- Round-nose: a blunted bullet
- Hollow-point: a hole in the bullet causes expansion when hitting the target, causing more damage
- Jacketed: soft lead surrounded by metal allows the bullet to penetrate more easily
- Wadcutter: flattened front of the bullet
- Semi-wadcutter: in between round-nose and wadcutter
How Bulletproof Glass Works To Prevent Bullet Damage
Essentially, bulletproof glass serves as a barrier to absorb a bullet’s momentum, slowing down the bullet or stopping it altogether. Bulletproof glass is designed to withstand one or multiple rounds of bullets, protecting individuals and belongings inside.
Bulletproof glass can be retrofitted to existing glass windows and doors, adding an extra layer of material that breaks the bullet’s trajectory. As the bullet pierces the exterior layer, the bullet’s force is absorbed by the flexible, resistant material.
For example, consider bulletproof glass fitted to a building’s window made with polycarbonate. If a bullet hits the glass, then the qualities of the polycarbonate will make the structure resistant to forced entry.
Types Of Bulletproof Glass
Just as there is a range of bullets, there are also different types of resistant glass.
- Laminated glass windows: constructed from layers of resin and glass, the glass is heavy and brittle
- Acrylic bullet-resistant glass: single-layered acrylic glass is available at different levels of resistance
- Polycarbonate windows: softer than acrylic glass, polycarbonate must be laminated in layers
- Glass-clad polycarbonate: layers of glass wedged between coats of polyurethane
- Insulated ballistic glass: an affordable alternative, different forms of glazing are used to create thin and strong glass window
BallistiSHOCK introduces a new generation of bullet-resistant glass, serving as an innovative counterfire technology.
The bullet-resistant product is applied on top of existing glass and features a surprise countermeasure that is directed only at the gunman. As the bullet makes contact with the glass, it shatters an outer layer and sprays shards toward the gunman.
Bulletproof Glass And More In South Florida
At Ballistiglass, our expert team has invested countless hours researching, developing, and refining our security products. Combining experience and research has led to our bulletproof glass solution.
Our bulletproof glass is not only thinner and lighter, but also available at a lower price. In addition, our bulletproof glass includes BallistiSHOCK, a proprietary countermeasure that disables the shooter.
Ballistglass is easy to install without the need for demolition or de-installation of the current glass. Cut to precision and installed with ease, Ballistiglass helps protect you and your loved ones. Discover our innovative products today! Give us a call at (954) 518-1820 to learn more.