Armored windows or how to secure your home in the 21st century

Bulletproof windows in Moscow from the manufacturer. Buy bulletproof windows to order for an apartment or home. Please check with our managers for prices based on individual sizes.

The price of a finished bulletproof window will depend on:

• required protection class (BR 1-7),
• dimensions of the window opening,
• type of construction (fixed window or with opening sashes).

The realities of modern life often require greater attention to ensuring one's own safety: to protect people in the room, window and door structures are made using bulletproof glass. Such glazing is installed at facilities where an armed attack is most likely possible:

• In banks, currency exchange offices;
• At police stations, customs posts or other sensitive facilities;
• In jewelry stores and factories;
• In the glazing of museum and exhibition showcases;
• At security posts;
• At gas stations, at the cash registers of large department stores;
• In the offices of deputies, heads of companies, businessmen or other VIPs;
• In the windows of private houses.

Bulletproof glass can be called glass that can prevent bullets from various firearms from passing through it. The difference between bullet-resistant glass sheets and armored ones (vandal-proof, shock-proof, triplex), which have greater strength and resistance to destruction, is that they are able to stop the movement of a bullet.

The bullet resistance of glass is determined by its resistance to shots from various types of weapons, their power, and is divided into several classes. Bullet-resistant glass is a triplex structure, where several layers of especially durable glass are connected to layers of polycarbonate using a special elastic resin. Glass sheets made using this technology do not distort the color scheme, and their light transmittance exceeds 85%. Modern bulletproof windows are distinguished by significantly improved characteristics of the polymer layers that are located between the glasses, as well as on external surfaces. The quality of the glass sheet and the number of its layers enhance the protective properties of the bulletproof triplex and determine its class. However, it should be taken into account that as the number of layers increases, the weight of the double-glazed window also increases, so the design of the finished window must be modified and strengthened.

Bullet-resistant window products are produced only to order, taking into account the degree of protection of the glass, the thickness of the glass unit, the parameters of the location, dimensions and design of the window. High-quality bullet-resistant windows are equipped with glass that, in addition to its immediate functions, is shatterproof: when hit by a bullet, it does not form sharp, traumatic fragments on the inside.

When ordering a bullet-resistant window, the buyer should know that the stronger and more resistant to firearms the glass is used, the heavier the double-glazed window will be and the wider the window profile.

Impact-resistant windows

Shockproof triplex (according to GOST - impact-resistant glass) in window structures - protective glass that can withstand multiple impacts from a freely falling body with standardized indicators (metal ball weighing 4.11 kg from a height of 1.5 - 9 m, number of impacts 3 - 3x3 three different points). In practice, this means the ability to withstand the impact of a thrown object (stone, stick, Molotov cocktail) without creating a through hole.

Impact-resistant glass, depending on its characteristics, is divided into protection classes P1A, P2A, P3A, P4A or P5A.

Depending on the temperature of use, such glass can be of two types: used in the average climatic zone, and also used at temperatures up to minus 40 ° C and tested for frost resistance. In this case, the letters “ХЛ” (frost-resistant) are added to the glass class designation, for example: Р1А ХЛ.

Protection classes of laminated glass (in accordance with GOST 30826-2014)

• (1) all metal bullet
• (2) all copper bullet
• * — opera rotation 178 mm ± 10 mm
• ** — opera rotation 254 mm ± 10 mm

• L - lead
• CB, PB - cone bullet
• FJ - Full Metal Jacket
• FN - flat bullet

• HC1 - with a shifted center of gravity
• RN - rounded bullets
• SC - soft lead core
• SCP1 - soft core and steel

Burglar-resistant windows

Burglar-resistant structures based on multilayer double-glazed windows can withstand the impact of an object thrown at it (an ax or a fragment of stone), withstand a certain number of blows with a hammer, as well as with the butt and blade of an ax, applied with standardized indicators, and temporarily prevent the deliberate punching of a hole in it through which someone can crawl. Human. Burglar-resistant (pierce-resistant) glass is divided into protection classes P6B, P7B, P8B (or similar characteristics P1B, P2B and P3B according to GOST 32564.2-2013).

The structures are made on the basis of steel or aluminum profiles with the possibility of installing steel reinforcement.

Categories of armored windows

Window blocks belonging to the type of armored ones come in two types:

● Gift- resistant glass.

The design, called burglary-resistant, is designed to protect the window opening from outside penetration through burglary.

Armored

Burglar-resistant
windows
, depending on the protection class they have, are capable of withstanding about seven dozen blows inflicted by a hammer or an ax.

● Bulletproof windows.

This type of window design is capable of blocking firearms.
Products of this type are made of heat-strengthened steel. A mandatory component of the design is multi-layer armored glazing.

Windows are bulletproof

The security properties of laminated glass can prevent more than just break-ins. We offer, among other things, bullet-resistant window structures that provide protection from bullets, their fragments and glass fragments when hit from various types of firearms - from a pistol to a sniper rifle with an armor-piercing incendiary cartridge. Bullet-resistant glazing is recommended for use at any facility where there is a potential/real threat of armed attack. It is advisable to equip workplaces of personnel of banks, internal affairs bodies, currency exchange offices, gas stations, etc. with such glazing.

Types of bulletproof double glazing in wooden windows

The most common types of bulletproof windows are designs with one or two glasses in a double-glazed unit; let’s look at the features of each of them.

Window designs with one bullet-resistant glass

Such a window is characterized by a fairly high fifth class of bullet resistance and has the following parameters:

• Significant weight (1 m² weighs 120 kg) of the filling, as a result of which it is necessary to use a reinforced window profile, and even in this case a large window area is undesirable;
• The width of only one glass varies from 58 to 65 mm, so making double-glazed windows is not possible;
• The presence of only one glass in a window structure worsens the heat-saving properties of the product, which leads to rapid cooling of the room, the formation of condensation and ice in the space near the window;
• Window fittings are not able to withstand such a significant weight of the window sash, so such a window can only be “blind”.

Bulletproof double glazed windows

This glazing has the third class of protection against bullets, and has the following features:

• Good protective properties;
• The thickness of the glass is significantly smaller compared to the fifth class, so it is possible to manufacture double-glazed windows;
• A double-glazed window with two glass sheets provides much better thermal protection of the room in winter;
• Due to the lighter weight of the glass unit, it is possible to manufacture large-format translucent structures;
• A reinforced profile is also necessary.

Until recently, glazing with bulletproof glass was used only at specially protected government facilities; such windows were very expensive due to the complexity of their manufacture and were very rare. However, with the development of technology, the production process of bullet-resistant fabric has become more automated and faster, which has made it possible to reduce the cost of the finished product and offer it to customers in sufficient quantity and at a lower price.

If you want to make your cottage or city apartment safer, then comprehensive glazing of all rooms with bullet-resistant window structures is possible. This requires careful measurement of window openings, preliminary approval of the shape, size, design and protection class. Experienced specialists will answer all your questions, indicate the most vulnerable places in your home, select the combination and configuration of double-glazed windows, and help plan window designs, taking into account the weight and size of future window products.

Options for triplex window designs

The FOTOTECH company offers to order windows with laminated impact-resistant glass, which will be made in full compliance with GOST 30826-2014.

From us you can buy an impact-resistant triplex window for standard openings or order safety glass for individual projects of any level of complexity for objects for various purposes.

The company can order models with the following protective and special properties:

• impact resistance, protection class from P1A to P5A;
• burglary resistance, protection class from P6B to P8B;
• bullet resistance, protection class C1, Br1-Br6;
• fire resistance, EI15/EW15 – EI120/EW120
• soundproofing - from 35 dB to 46 dB;
• fittings - fireproof and/or burglar-proof;
• profile systems - aluminum, steel (wood and PVC in agreement with the design bureau).

We offer the production of window structures from multilayer fabric that fully meet the requirements of the legislation of the Russian Federation in the field of construction and security of objects, which is regulated by RD No. 78 148-94 of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation. Our customers do not have any problems when arming a facility, since the glazing meets all regulatory requirements, which is confirmed by test results and relevant certificates.

Design features of bulletproof windows:

Glass block

Bulletproof glass consists of several layers glued together with a viscous photo-hardening polymer. The total thickness of such glass can reach 80mm or even more. This design allows you to stop a bullet and maintain the integrity of the glass even after a series of shots.

Naturally, the weight of such a double-glazed window is noticeably greater than usual, and can reach 350 kg per square meter of structure. Therefore, only single-chamber glass is installed in bulletproof windows.

Frame

Due to the significant weight of double-glazed windows, frames for bulletproof windows must have increased strength and be more massive. To give the frame additional bulletproof properties, it is reinforced with special armored plates made of hardened steel, which also cover the weakest points of the window - the joints between the sashes and the frame.

During installation, it is also very important to take into account the total weight of the structure and possible loads, which is why such windows are mounted deeper into the wall than conventional ones.

Cost of impact glass windows

Our affordable prices for windows with laminated safety glass, combined with high quality and short production times, will pleasantly surprise you. In addition, FOTOTECH clients save on additional protection measures - grilles, blinds, roller shutters, shutters, etc. The final price of a translucent structure depends on the protective characteristics, dimensions, material and specific features of the profile system and fittings system.

You can buy ready-made models or order production, delivery and installation by visiting/calling the office in Moscow or filling out an online application on the website.

How much do armored windows cost?

Price

for bulletproof window structures and
armored glass for the home
depends on what materials were used in production.
Such products can look rough and stiff. Or they can be completely indistinguishable from conventional laminated metal-plastic window structures, but at the same time have powerful protective properties. An aesthetically pleasing window that includes a bulletproof frame and security glass for your home
will cost more than a product with similar characteristics that has not received the design attention it deserves.

Using an armored window

Armored windows have long become commonplace not only at strategically important sites, in government institutions of a certain type and in other organizations that require special protection.
Thanks to modern technologies, they began to be used in private homes. These products are characterized by special protective properties, to which are also added such as cold and noise resistance. There are models with bulletproof glass, and there is also an option with protection against mechanical damage (including stones) and attempts to break a window in order to enter the home.

The window opening is the most vulnerable place of any protected object. In most cases, it is not possible to completely abandon window openings, since in our time many banks, pawnshops, and jewelry stores are located in ordinary residential buildings, the design of which includes window openings. The organization GALIX LLC offers a reliable solution for increasing the safety of window openings - bulletproof windows and armored shutters.

Armor against bars

Owners of window bars can answer that they have already sufficiently taken care of the safety of their homes, and they do not need expensive window armoring at all. Then I recommend paying attention to the significant disadvantages of using steel barriers, which armored glass lacks:

1. Presence of vulnerabilities during a hacking attempt . As I mentioned above, now it’s the 21st century and attackers are armed with more than just a crowbar and a set of master keys. For example, liquid nitrogen can be used to remove steel rods, with the help of which the problem will be solved quickly and silently;

A popular scene from the movie "Terminator 2" may well be realized on your grille

1. Lack of bullet protection . The metal honeycomb structure will not stop bullets or small fragments. But who knows what can happen on the street? Recent unfortunate events in Europe have demonstrated that even the most prosperous areas can find themselves in the midst of a situation involving firearms and explosives;

When this happens on the street, it’s better to drink coffee behind a reliable armored window

1. Violation of the panoramic view . Even beautiful forged products are not able to completely eliminate the oppressive feeling of the sky blocked by steel;

Oppressive beauty

1. Reduced fire safety level . Blind bars not only do not let anyone in, but also do not let anyone out, which can play a fatal role in the event of a fire or other emergency. And even if a swing-type design with a lock is used, then, again, searching for the key will also take precious seconds, or even minutes.

No one will come in and no one will leave

The price of armored windows, although much higher than forged or welded grilles, is:

• Not subject to hacking using methods available to most robbers;
• They will protect not only from penetration, but also from bullets and shrapnel ;

Flying lead will not harm you if you are behind armored glass

• They will not affect the panoramic view in any way , as they have absolute transparency;

The clarity of the view is not affected by booking

• They will not become an obstacle if you need to urgently exit through a window opening.

As you can see, the differences are quite significant to think about the possibility of allocating enough financial resources for the purchase and installation of armored double-glazed windows.

Armored frames

Made in several ways. As an option, there is a multi-chamber profile made of aluminum, which is filled with hardened steel. Its rigidity ensures the retention of a bullet with high kinetic energy. The convenience of using steel as a filler is its small thickness, which easily fills the inside of an aluminum profile.

Another method of manufacturing armored frames is a multi-chamber profile made of stainless steel with a thermal break. The use of such frames will protect not only from bullets, but also from severe frosts.

Opening frames have weak points in the joint system between the package and the outer frame. These joints are reinforced with additional protection elements in the form of armored linings in the joint area.

The pricing policy depends on the cost of the material used in the manufacture of frames and glass.

Characteristics of armored shutters and armored windows

When closed, armored shutters Typically, armored shutters are installed on the inside of the room, in front of a standard double-glazed window. Since the gaps between the edges of the armored shutters and the window opening should be minimal, we recommend ordering armored shutters individually according to the size of each window. In our company you can buy armored shutters at a fairly low price, since we are manufacturers.

Bullet-resistant windows are an excellent solution for providing high-class protection for banks, pawn shops and checkpoint shelters.

Our company produces bullet-resistant window blocks of various protection classes.

• Br1 bullet resistance class provides protection against bullets from an APS pistol
• Br2 bullet resistance class provides protection against bullets from a SR pistol
• Br3 bullet resistance class is designed to protect against bullets from a PYA pistol
• Br4 bullet resistance class is designed to protect against bullets from an AKM assault rifle with a 7.62mm cartridge or an AK 74 with a 5.45mm cartridge with a heat-strengthened core
• Br5 bullet resistance class is designed to protect against being hit by a bullet from an SVD rifle with a 7.62mm cartridge with a heat-strengthened core