Impact Resistant Laminated Glass

Custom Laminated Safety Glass for Commercial, Architectural & Security Applications

Liberty Shielding supplies impact resistant laminated glass manufactured for applications where increased safety, strength, and glass retention are required. Laminated glass consists of multiple layers of glass permanently bonded together with a durable interlayer, creating a finished panel that is significantly more resistant to penetration and fallout than standard monolithic glass.

When broken, the interlayer helps hold the fractured glass together rather than allowing large pieces to fall from the opening. This makes laminated safety glass an excellent choice for doors, windows, storefronts, partitions, entrances, and other areas where safety and security are important.

Liberty Shielding offers custom-cut laminated glass panels in a variety of sizes, thicknesses, configurations, and finishes for commercial and architectural projects.

Benefits of Impact Resistant Laminated Glass

• Improved Impact Resistance – The laminated construction helps absorb and distribute impact energy while providing greater resistance to penetration than standard glass.
• Glass Retention After Breakage – If the glass breaks, the bonded interlayer helps retain the broken fragments and maintain the glazing assembly.
• Enhanced Safety – Helps reduce the risk of injury caused by falling or flying glass fragments.
• Added Security – Laminated construction creates an additional barrier against forced entry and makes the opening more difficult to penetrate.
• Sound Reduction – The laminated interlayer can help reduce sound transmission compared with standard monolithic glazing.
• UV Protection – Laminated glass interlayers can block a significant portion of ultraviolet radiation, helping protect interior furnishings and finishes from fading.
• Excellent Visibility – Provides the protection of laminated glazing while maintaining the clear appearance expected from architectural glass.
• Custom Fabrication – Available in custom dimensions and configurations to meet project-specific requirements.

Common Applications for Laminated Safety Glass

Our impact resistant laminated glass panels can be fabricated for a wide range of commercial, institutional, and architectural applications, including:

• Commercial windows
• Storefronts and retail glazing
• Entrance doors and sidelites
• Interior glass partitions
• Schools and educational facilities
• Government buildings
• Healthcare facilities
• Office buildings
• Security windows and doors
• Glass railings and barriers
• Residential doors and windows
• Other high-traffic or safety-sensitive locations

Impact Resistant Glass vs. Standard Safety Glass

Standard tempered glass is designed to break into relatively small pieces when fractured. Laminated glass works differently. The glass layers are bonded to an interlayer that helps keep the panel together after breakage.

This retained-glass construction makes laminated glazing especially useful when the project requires the glass to remain in the opening after an impact or when additional resistance to penetration is desired.

For applications requiring enhanced security, Liberty Shielding can help determine the appropriate laminated glass configuration based on the size, application, and performance requirements of your project.

Custom Impact Resistant Laminated Glass

Every project is different. Liberty Shielding can supply custom laminated glass manufactured to your required dimensions and specifications.

When requesting a quote, provide the required glass dimensions, quantity, desired thickness or configuration, and any applicable project specifications or performance requirements. Our team can review the requirements and help identify the appropriate glass for your application.

Safety Glass Standards

Laminated glass can be manufactured to meet applicable safety glazing requirements, including ANSI Z97.1 and CPSC 16 CFR Part 1201, depending on the specific glass configuration.

If your project requires a particular impact, hurricane, forced-entry, safety glazing, or other performance standard, please provide that requirement when requesting a quote. Performance ratings and certifications apply only to glass assemblies specifically manufactured and tested for the applicable standard.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is impact resistant laminated glass?

Impact resistant laminated glass is made by permanently bonding multiple layers of glass with an interlayer. The interlayer helps absorb impact energy and retain broken glass fragments if the panel is damaged.

Does laminated glass stay together when broken?

Yes. One of the primary advantages of laminated glass is that the interlayer is designed to hold broken glass fragments together after breakage. The panel may crack, but the glass is less likely to immediately fall out of the opening.

Is laminated glass the same as tempered glass?

No. Tempered and laminated glass use different methods to improve safety. Tempered glass is heat-treated and designed to break into smaller pieces. Laminated glass uses an interlayer to retain the glass after breakage. Depending on the application, laminated glass can also incorporate heat-treated or tempered glass.

Can you make laminated glass to custom sizes?

Yes. Liberty Shielding supplies custom-cut laminated glass for commercial, architectural, security, and specialty applications. Contact us with your required dimensions, quantities, and specifications for pricing.

Can laminated glass be used in doors and windows?

Yes. Laminated safety glass is commonly used in doors, windows, sidelites, storefronts, entrances, and other glazed openings where additional safety or security is required.

Is impact resistant laminated glass bullet resistant?

Not necessarily. Standard laminated safety glass should not be considered bullet resistant unless the complete glazing configuration has been specifically designed and tested for ballistic resistance. Liberty Shielding also offers dedicated bullet-resistant glazing for applications requiring ballistic protection.

Freight Delivery & Unloading Requirements

Customer is responsible for unloading all freight shipments. Prior to delivery, you must arrange for a forklift, loading dock, or other suitable equipment and personnel capable of safely unloading the shipment. Freight carriers are not responsible for unloading material from the truck unless a specific unloading service has been arranged in advance.

Failure to have the proper equipment, personnel, or facilities available to receive and unload the shipment is not grounds for refusing delivery, cancellation, or return.

The customer is responsible for any additional charges resulting from re-delivery, missed delivery attempts, storage, detention, or changes to the delivery address after the order has shipped.

By placing and proceeding with an order, the customer acknowledges and accepts these delivery requirements and agrees to the Liberty Shielding Terms & Conditions available at:

https://shop.libertyshielding.com/terms-and-conditions/

Order Custom Impact Resistant Laminated Glass

Liberty Shielding supplies impact resistant laminated glass and laminated safety glass for projects throughout the United States. Whether you need a single custom panel or glazing for a larger commercial project, our team can help you select and order the appropriate configuration.