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Defending Our Defenders.

Government and military facilities are some of the most secure out there, but they’re only as strong as their glass doors and windows. Without the proper security glazing, armed intruders, burglars, and mobs of rioters can easily smash through glass to gain entry to a facility.

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What Threats Do Government & Military Facilities Face?

Government and military buildings encounter challenges including armed entry, theft, unlawful entry, and terrorist attacks.
In the best-case scenario, this results in expensive cleanup, repairs, and glass replacement. In the worst case, it can result in loss of life and breaches of classified information.

This is why it’s important to install security glazing to military and government facilities. For high-security facilities, the proper glazing mitigates the above threats to protect the property, its employees, the public and all the valuable equipment and information inside.
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THREE LEVELS OF PROTECTION | YOU’RE BUYING TIME

30 Sec – 1 Minute

Security film’s time delay is comparable to
scissor gates, bars, and roll-down shutters

GOOD
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No Entry

BETTER
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No Entry + Bullet Resistant

BEST

How we are different

Our groundbreaking products retrofit into existing glazing to fortify your building. Our patented ArmorPlast® systems have broad national adoption. Our focus is on improving the glass and fenestration security of the whole space.

Riot Glass® products have an elegant, minimalist appearance that blends seamlessly into existing glazing configurations. Our systems are incredibly strong and are adaptable to almost any existing window system in widely varying architectural styles: from ultra-modern to historical properties. Riot Glass is high-level protection designed to thwart the most severe attacks.

Riot Glass Ballistic-Grade & Containment-Grade Glazing Shields

Not every facility has the same security concerns or goals. 

That’s why we offer a full range of security glazing solutions for government facilities and other high-security properties. Our products are available in containment-grade (non-ballistic) and a variety of ballistic-grade options.

A containment-grade glazing shield will not stop bullets, but it can still act as an impassable barrier and keep bad guys out after being riddled with bullets. Our ballistic-grade glazing shields are available with UL ratings up to a UL 752 Level 7 rating.

Security glass for military and government facilities with a UL 752 Level 7 rating can resist a high-speed, bullet from an AK-47 rifle using a .308 150-grain military round.

Even if an attacker can penetrate the glazing shields with bullets, they cannot be easily dislodged or passed through. This creates a valuable delay to entry that allows employees inside your facility to react by evacuating or barricading themselves inside a safe area. It also gives security personnel, military, or police time to neutralize the threat.

When you install Riot Glass, the existing glass is protected behind an incredibly impact-resistant glazing shield. Whether it’s a mob of rioters, an active shooter, or any other would-be intruder, they won’t be able to easily gain entry to your facility.

FIND THE PERFECT SECURITY GLASS PROTECTION FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Riot Glass® is heavily fortified glass that is becoming the new standard in glazing protection.
Building occupants need time to react, call 911, run away, or barricade in a safer place.
You are buying time, and time buys options.


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what we offer

Retrofit Riot Protection for Government Facilities
Security Glazing for Detention Centers & Correctional Facilities
Benefits of Riot Glass Security Glass for Military & Government Facilities

Retrofit Riot Protection for Government Facilities

If the events of the past few years have taught us anything, it’s that civil unrest and rioting can happen anywhere and at any time. We’ve also seen first-hand how even the most secure government buildings, like the US Capitol, often don’t have a sufficient level of glass security.

High-security properties need a way to upgrade their glass doors and windows without making a full replacement. That’s where Riot Glass comes in.

Riot Glass is designed to be retrofitted into or onto almost any existing framing system. There’s rarely any need to replace glass doors, windows, and frames unless the building is very old, and the framing has deteriorated.

Since many government buildings are also historical structures that have specific requirements, we’ve introduced our J Series. With the patented Compression Framing System, we can mount to historic structures without drilling or any other permanent damage to the building.

Security Glazing for Detention Centers & Correctional Facilities

Suppose there’s ever a riot or a security breach within your detention center or correctional facility. In that case, Riot Glass adds layers of protection at strategic points that keep guards and other employees safe until the situation is under control.

Unlike bars, cages, grilles, and gates, Riot Glass lets you retain full visibility and allows for unobstructed natural light. This creates an even more secure environment to keep employees and detainees safe and secure.

Benefits of Riot Glass® Security Glass for Military & Government Facilities

All Riot Glass looks and feels just like standard window glass, so it doesn’t change the appearance of the building, block out light, or inhibit views. Not only that, but Riot Glass can also block out harmful UV rays and reduce glare from the sun.

No matter what level of Riot Glass protection you choose for your facility, there are plenty of other benefits besides its incredible impact resistance.

Frequently Asked questions

What sizes are available?
Select Riot Glass® (RG Series) makeups can be made in oversize versions up to 130" x 300". RG Series and ArmorPlast® (AP Series) products that feature our polycarbonates are limited to 72" x 120". If window openings exceed that size, we simply reconfigure the mullions using our AP Series support mullions specifically designed to accommodate our RG Framing.
Will it look like my existing glass?
Riot Glass® and ArmorPlast® all look like regular glass. Depending on the thickness, visual acuity can be slightly affected, but overall you won’t see a distinguishable difference. Yellowing is not a concern and is covered by the warranty. For added safety, both series allow police and patrol services to see inside your property. Privacy tints are available as an option in most Riot Glass® products.
How do I clean and care for security glass?
Traditional cleaning methods work on all types of Riot Glass® security glass and laminates. All of our security glass products have a protective outer layer to avoid scratching and marring. The process is similar to caring for a new car. You put it through all kinds of paces every day, but you do so with care and attention to detail. Treat security glass the way you would the finish on a fine automobile and you’ll enjoy years of trouble-free service. Always follow the cleaning instructions that come with your Riot Glass® purchases for optimal product longevity.
What is the warranty on the glass and framing?
Warranties vary by product and can also change depending on the application. Your Riot Glass® security specialist will provide details on both warranty coverage and life expectancy for your specific product needs.
How do I know it will work?
All of our products have been thoroughly tested in highly accredited laboratory settings and, more importantly, in real-world situations. While there are no ironclad guarantees, every retail store, commercial building, and school needs some level of security glass protection. Security glazing products are designed to delay and deter, and in many cases are the determining factor between life and death.
What happens during a site inspection?
Our security specialists will do a complete threat assessment, discuss your goals, and provide a detailed, easy-to-read proposal. We will also measure your windows and frames, then evaluate the overall condition and retrofit adaptability to determine the best solution for your property.
Do I need to remove signage and graphics?
It depends on which product you select and where the graphics are displayed. During the site inspection, our expert security consultant will advise whether graphics must be removed and replaced or stay intact.
What is UL 752? What’s the difference between ballistic and non-ballistic ratings?
Underwriters Laboratories™ offers multiple ballistic rating levels. Designed to measure bullet resistance, ballistic ratings factor in the grain (weight), caliber, and velocity of the ammunition. Non-ballistic (containment grade) products allow bullet penetration, but won’t break down or appreciably diminish in strength. In other words, the bullets leave holes, but the panels remain intact, keeping intruders out of the building.
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