Entries by Straight North

Fortify Your Security: Grants Available for Enhancement Projects

Non-profit organizations including schools, places of worship and community centers see large numbers of people pass through their doors every day. Keeping those people safe is of the utmost importance. Fortunately, if you want to upgrade the security of your facility, there are a number of grant programs at the federal, state and municipal levels […]

What Is Spalling In Ballistic Glass And Why Is It Important?

Protecting your property and the people within means knowing as much about what you use to defend them as possible. Although bullet-resistant glazing offers a much higher degree of protection from ballistics and other threats than standard windows or doors, it is not perfect nor invincible. There are many other considerations and levels of resistance, […]

How Much Does a Bullet Proof Glass System Cost?

When you want to secure your building from threats, a bullet proof glass system is likely to be high on your list of priorities. These specially designed types of glazing are manufactured to absorb the impact of ballistics as well as deter break-ins. This is why these systems can be found in high-risk buildings throughout […]

How to Clean Bullet-Resistant Glazing

One of the best things about bullet-resistant glazing is that it offers effective protection from threats that is unnoticeable. When properly cared for, these windows can appear virtually indistinguishable from traditional glass windows and doors. This is true even though this type of glass isn’t really glass at all, but often a type of polycarbonate […]

The Benefits Of FEMA-Rated Windows

If your commercial property is located in an area known for strong, violent storms, having FEMA-rated windows is a critical component of protecting your people and assets. These not only offer enhanced protection against the impact of hurricanes and tornadoes, but they also provide a host of other benefits that make them an essential addition […]

How Bullet Resistant Glass Really Works

Over the years, there has been a demonstrable increase in the power of handheld firearms, as well as their accessibility. In response, bullet resistant technology also has come a long way. As guns have become more powerful and more readily available, protecting your property and the people inside it has become more imperative. One of […]

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How Is Bullet Resistant Glass Made?

We know it’s in the name: U.S. Bullet Proofing. But truth be told, there is no such thing as “bulletproof glass.” That term gets tossed around often in place of “bullet-resistant glass” by many people , though anyone in the security industry can tell you a determined attacker with enough time and appropriately sized ammunition […]

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Types Of Bullet Resistant Glazing

By design, all bullet resistant glazing is not created equal. There are various types of bullet proof glass, each made to offer a different level of protection. Essentially, there are four  popular configurations of bullet resistant glazing available. The right choice for your safety, or that of your business, might not be right for the […]