Ballistic, Bullet Resistant Windows

AMBICO’s blast-resistant windows combine outstanding performance characteristics with the appearance of standard window products. Our entire range of bullet-resistant window products is engineered to meet the unique requirements of building projects in a variety of demanding environments.

UL Level One standard to protect against medium power small arms (Super 38 Automatic). UL Level Two standard to protect against high-power small arms (.357 Magnum Revolver). UL Level Three standard to protect against superpower small arms (.44 Magnum Revolver). UL Level Four standard to protect against high power rifle attack (30-06 Rifle) where anticipated threat levels are extremely high. UL Levels Five through Eight to protect against military assault weapons using armour-piercing ballistics.

Our bullet-resistant windows can be manufactured as part of a custom glazed system suitable for integration into the interior fit-up or building envelope.

• Can a bullet resistant steel window stop any type of bullet fired at it?
  • Bullet resistant windows are subject to the criteria established in the document UL752. AMBICO steel windows offer eight distinct levels of bullet resistance ranging from a small .38 handgun (Level 1) through to a 762 high powered military assault rifle (Level 8). When selecting an AMBICO bullet resistant windows do so with reference to the anticipated threat – please refer to the UL752 Standards Chart. If you are uncertain about your choice ask one of our professional salespeople for advice or e-mail us with your query.
• Are AMBICO bullet resistant steel windows available with speaker ports?
  • Yes, speaker ports on bullet resistant steel windows are available for UL752 levels 1 through 3
• Are bullet resistant steel windows available with deal trays and shelves?
  • Yes, deal trays and shelves are available for bullet resistant windows rated UL752 levels 1 through 3.
• What type of facilities are ideal for bullet resistant windows?
  • Government buildings, army bases, banks, bomb shelters, security barriers, schools and universities, hospital emergency areas, casinos, and anywhere else requiring high security.
• Is the window supplied with glass?
  • Yes, bullet resistant polycarbonate glass is available and is supplied loose for site installation. The bullet resistant capacity of the frame and glass must be complementary.
• What sizes are available for Bullet Resistant Steel windows?
  • Maximum window sizes are determined based on the maximum glass size available. Typically, this is 60” x 96”. Multiple banked windows are available to limit glass size. Consult factory.

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fps – feet per second
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