Laminated Glass Security in Severe Storms

During a severe Texas thunderstorm or hurricane, flying debris like tree branches, roof shingles, and trash cans become dangerous projectiles. If a window is hit by a flying object, standard glass will immediately shatter and fall out of the frame. Laminated glass is designed to prevent this failure, keeping your home or business secure.

Glazing Science & Storm Engineering

Laminated glass uses a tough, flexible plastic interlayer bonded between two sheets of glass. If the window is struck by debris, the glass will crack, but the shards remain held in place by the interlayer. This prevents wind, rain, and debris from entering the building, keeping the interior safe and dry during the storm.

Weather Protection Priorities:

• Wind Load Engineering: Framing systems engineered to resist high negative and positive pressures.
• Solar Heat Control: Microscopic metal oxide coatings that bounce away solar heat.
• Acoustic Isolation: PVB membranes that dampen noise from traffic and severe wind.