Written By: Brad Campbell | December 5, 2024
With forced entry-related crimes on the rise and the ever-present threat of extreme weather events, businesses and commercial building owners are increasingly seeking out glass protection solutions that offer more impact resistance than traditional solutions.
These days, commercial glass protection solutions must be able to provide businesses and commercial facilities with protection against a full range of impact-related threats.
One of the most versatile solutions that we continue to recommend to our clients is ArmorPlast, especially AP25 — a highly impact-resistant (read: virtually unbreakable), polycarbonate-based glazing shield that delivers advanced impact protection against criminal and natural threats.
AP25 is a non-ballistic, containment-grade (forced entry-resistant) polycarbonate glazing shield. While it’s not bulletproof, it withstands high-force impacts without breaking apart, making it a reliable barrier against intruders and other threats. It’s specifically designed to stay intact even after multiple hits or a determined, prolonged forced entry attempt, ensuring that your glass doors and windows stay protected long after the first impact.
The key to AP25’s effectiveness lies in its polycarbonate-based composition. Unlike regular glass, which can easily shatter under stress, and even strengthened tempered glass, which crumbles upon strong enough impact, AP25 remains intact even after multiple high-force blows, whether from tools like hammers or crowbars or flying storm debris.
The virtually unbreakable strength of AP25 makes it an ideal solution for businesses and other commercial properties in need of advanced glass protection to reinforce entryway doors and windows against impacts and related security threats.
Key characteristics of ArmorPlast 25 to remember:
Commercial security concerns are at an all-time high due to the increasing frequency of large-scale smash-and-grab theft, organized retail crime, and civil unrest, among other threats.
Businesses and commercial properties in certain areas of the US, including Florida and other southeastern states, also frequently have to contend with severe storms and their after effects.
AP25 provides a versatile, retrofittable glass protection solution to mitigate many of the risks that arise from these challenges.
Here are a few examples of the types of commercial properties that can benefit from retrofitting their doors and windows with AP25:
The ability to withstand forced entry attempts remains one of AP25's most important, most sought-after benefits. In high-crime areas or for high-risk businesses, protecting against break-ins is essential.
These polycarbonate glazing shields can take multiple blows without breaking or dislodging from the surrounding framing, effectively stopping intruders from gaining access to valuable inventory or critical areas of a building.
By incorporating AP25 into storefronts or other commercial windows and doors, businesses and institutions can prevent forced entry for an extended period of time, deterring the would-be intruders or delaying them long enough for the authorities to respond and deal with the threat. This minimizes property damage and losses.
Several major events of civil unrest in recent years have underlined the need for robust, always-there glass protection measures like AP25. Security glazing is now indispensable for commercial properties in city centers, as it offers 24/7 protection against potential rioting, looting, and vandalism.
AP25’s unique composition means it can withstand severe impacts from blunt objects of all types, such as bricks, sledgehammers, and bats, and its coating can resist graffiti, marring, and even chemical attacks.
This virtually unbreakable glass protection solution is especially valuable for businesses that may be direct targets during demonstrations or unrest or simply lie in the path of an angry mob.
In addition to man-made threats, natural disasters pose a potentially devastating risk to commercial properties.
Strong storms, hurricanes, tornadoes, and other extreme weather events and natural disasters can cause standard glass windows to break in seconds, leaving businesses exposed to both the elements and potential looting.
AP25 provides the required level of glass protection during such events, keeping windows intact even if/when the underlying glass cracks. This prevents dangerous shards from flying inward, protecting occupants, and keeps the building sealed from weather, mitigating the risks of additional damage from storms and additional loss from hurricane looting.
In addition to security, many business and building owners today are also concerned with sustainability. AP25, with its long service life and durable construction, is a cost-effective solution that reduces the need for constant repairs or replacements.
Unlike traditional glass that may often need to be replaced after severe weather, break-in attempts, or acts of vandalism, AP25 shields can last for years without diminishing in protective ability or appearance.
Additionally, since AP25 can often be retrofitted on top of existing commercial glass doors and windows, the installation process is more cost-effective than comparable solutions that require full glass replacement.
AP25 offers virtually invisible glass protection, making it ideal for retailers and other businesses that rely on attractive storefronts and product displays.
AP25 security glazing doesn’t reduce visibility, allowing window shoppers and passersby to engage with your brand while giving you peace of mind in knowing that your glass is fortified against break-ins and vandalism around the clock.
This transparent layer of protection is crucial for businesses where aesthetics are highly important, such as luxury retailers, high-end office spaces, or historical buildings, where traditional security measures might detract from the building’s or brand’s charm.
AP25 not only protects glass against direct impacts but also withstands the everyday wear and tear that glazing typically faces in high-traffic areas. Its abrasion-resistant coating prevents it from becoming scratched or marred, and its UV-resistant surface ensures it won't yellow over time, even in sunny or exposed environments.
Another standout feature of AP25 is the low maintenance required. Once installed, it remains effective for years, even in highly demanding environments. AP25 is designed for long-term use, saving businesses money over time by avoiding frequent replacements or repairs due to damage or environmental wear.
With commercial security threats constantly evolving, AP25 continues to stand out among commercial glass protection solutions, providing superior impact resistance, unbreakable forced entry protection, and extreme durability. Its combination of strength, aesthetic appeal, and ease of installation makes it a top choice for businesses and facilities seeking modern security glazing solutions.
Whether you’re interested in protecting against intruders, vandalism, natural disasters, or all of the above, AP25 ensures that your commercial glass doors and windows remain intact when impacted, keeping your property safe from a wide range of threats.
Contact Riot Glass today to learn more about how AP25 can secure your property or to schedule a free consultation with one of our security experts!
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