Armorcoat Window Film Secure Attachment Systems
For the hurricane coastal areas, government facilities where terrorist attacks are more likely, and any other property that requires the highest degree of glass breakage protection, ask your dealer about attachment system options. When Armorcoat is retrofitted to your windows, the installer can either install the chemical (wet glaze) or mechanical attachment system – offering even stronger glass resilience and more effectively preparing your building for potentially hazardous events. The type of attachment system used depends on the amount of extra protection needed, your window types and budget.
This method used for enhanced glass retention secures the safety film to the window frame with a structure sealant, silicone adhesive (similar to caulking). The safety film is first installed to the glass as a daylight installation and then secured to the frame with a structural sealant - Dow 995 is one of the products commonly used. Sealant is applied around all four edges of the film, overlapping the film and touching the frame to create a bond between the film and frame. This method is also referred to as a chemical attachment system.
Mechanical attachment systems enhance glass retention, anchoring 8 Mil or thicker safety film to the window frame with a metal batten system. The safety film is installed to the glass, overlapping the window frame by approximately 1 inch. A metal batten system is placed over the overlapped film and screwed into the existing window frame, securely attaching the window film to the frame. Depending on the type of glass retention needed, the mechanical system can be attached as a one-sided (top), two-sided or four-sided installation.
