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What Are The Civilian Uses Of Armoring Solutions?

August 13, 2023/in OSG Blog and News/by Gali Manbar Berliner

If you believe that armoring solutions are only for the defense industry then you are wrong or it will be more appropriate to say that you looking only at one side of the coin.

Do you know that a small piece of stone could break your windscreen when traveling at a high speed?

For example, take an airplane. If a bird collides with the cockpit window, the force generated by the impact will be much greater than the force of a bullet. The cockpit window will get shattered, if it isn’t made with reinforced glass. But the glass should be light in weight otherwise it will add unnecessary weight to the aircraft.

Take another example of a bulletproof vehicle. Vehicles meant for important people are customized with fabricated glass. A bullet-resistant window can ensure the safety of the passengers. Also, it will provide a clear view of the outdoors. Similarly, trains need reinforced glass for windows and windshields.

What is glass fabrication?

It is the latest technology for making glass. The objective of the technology is to provide reliable glass solutions to the world. The world is facing an unprecedented challenge from unruly mobs and anti-social elements. The danger is from within instead of outside. But there is little to fear as you can create a haven for you and your family.

If you fear for your life, you should customize your car to make it bulletproof. For bulletproofing, you will need to add some extra layer of metal to the body of your car. For windshields, back, and windows, you can use lightweight bullet-resistant glass. It will improve the look and feel of your car, allow a clear view of the outside, and protect your life as well.

Similarly, you can reinforce your windows with fabricated glass. It will make your home safe from burglars and attackers. Also, you can use fabricate glass for making doors of your office. The glass will allow keeping an eye on the visitors and ensure your safety as well. So, you can see that fabricated glass has many takers and uses.

Conclusion

The world needs armoring solutions not only for defense but also for safety from burglars and robbers. Also, the fabricated glass technology is improving to make the product more useful. For example, you can control the amount of light filtering from your window with smart glass. You can even turn the glass into an Internet display.

How Are Armoring Solutions Helping The Construction Industry?

July 16, 2023/in OSG Blog and News/by Gali Manbar Berliner

The latest armoring solutions have found many uses in the non-military sector or civilian sector. Bulletproof glass is better suited for making armored vehicles for soldiers. But it can also be used for improving the safety of private cars, trains, and trams. In this blog, we will discuss the many uses of reinforced glass.

First, you should understand the strength of reinforced glass

This glass can withstand the force exerted by a close-range bullet. A bullet fired from a close range will get stuck in the glass instead of passing through. You can compare a minor stone piece traveling at a high speed in the air. This stone has the same force and impact as a bullet. It can also damage a windshield and even break the windshield into fragments.

When you drive a car at a high speed, the vehicle meets many foreign elements including minor stone and wooden pieces. These pieces hit the car at a great speed that increases their impact. If a small stone hits your windshield at a high speed, it can damage the windshield. But no such things will happen if the windshield is made of reinforced glass. It is also called transparent armor.

Reinforced glass is transparent and hence gives a clear view of the road. Also, it is strong enough to prevent your vehicle from damage by harmful foreign elements. It can even keep you safe from bullets and blasts. If you fear for your life, you can make your car bulletproof by adding additional safety layers and using reinforced glass for the front and back windshield.

Non-military use of bulletproof glass

A bullet resistant window can double as a display for showing notifications and running advertisements. It can even be used for entertainment. In short, the properties and functionality of reinforced glass can be changed according to needs. Such windows will be common in the coming years. You will see smart windows on trains and trams.

Another advantage of reinforced glass is its ability to filter sun rays. It can turn opaque on your command and allow sunlight to enter if you want to. Here it can be said that it can protect you from bullets and direct sunlight. You will remain safe in your car, train, and home. If you are constructing a large building, you can use reinforced glass for the façade. It will improve the beauty of the edifice and keep it safe from prying eyes as well.

What Are The Non-Military Uses Of Bulletproof Glass?

July 6, 2023/in OSG Blog and News/by Gali Manbar Berliner

If you are new to the technology used for making bulletproof glass, you will be surprised to know that this product has many uses. It is used as a windshield on military vehicles. Also, it is used to customize private care used by political personalities and business leaders. Demand for this product is certain to increase in the coming days.

How a reinforced glass is produced?

It is a technology that reinforces ordinary glass and makes it super strong. You can say that an ordinary piece is customized to make transparent armor. Once finished, it can be used as a windshield in a car or as a transparent door of an office. It can be trimmed, cut, and fixed like a regular door but it doesn’t compromise the safety of the users.

A piece of armor glass is what a military vehicle needs to keep its passengers safe. It is only after getting a powerful windshield and window panes that a military vehicle becomes ready to carry out rescue operations in difficult terrains. This vehicle can enter amid raining bullets and drop the soldiers at strategic locations from where they can rain bullets on enemies.

How reinforced glass is tested?

Reinforced glass undergoes strict testing before it is certified as fit for use on vehicles. The final product is made to withstand the force of bullets of various sizes and from different ranges. The focus is on making it as strong as possible. An armored vehicle is covered with heavy metal and if its windshield is weaker than the body, the security of the vehicle will be compromised.

Anti-ballistic glass is certified by the manufacturer only when it withstands the pressure exerted by bullets from close range. The product is then shipped to market from where it is delivered to vehicle makers that customize military vehicles. Also, glass is used to improve the strength of personal vehicles used by important persons.

Who can buy reinforced glass?

Anyone who wants to boost their security can buy this glass. Presently it is used by car makers and manufacturers of public transport including trains and trams. The glass is more suitable for making windshields, window panes, and transparent doors.

The use of bulletproof glass can empower our soldiers and boost their confidence. They won’t have to worry about bullets and blasts while moving in armored vehicles. These vehicles can take them to strategic locations and safe places from where they can carry out their operations.

5 Amazing Uses Of Ballistic-Rated Glass

June 19, 2023/in OSG Blog and News/by Gali Manbar Berliner

If you are of the opinion that a bullet resistant window is good for protection only then you are looking at only the half-truth. The glass used in this window has excellent resistance to objects running at a high speed. Also, it can withstand explosives and blasts. You will be surprised to know about its various uses.

Various uses of armored glass

Light Control

A smart glass allows total control over the light traveling from it. For example, you can make the glass totally opaque to prevent outsiders from peeping inside your office or store. Similarly, you can turn the glass translucent during the day so you get some sunlight to light your building. You only need to press a button to change the properties of the glass used in façade design or windows.

Noise control

A ballistic-rated glass can easily control noise. It can work as a noise-cancellation device. Once you closed the doors and windows, you can cut your office from the outside. It is a great way to create a calm and tranquil work environment in the indoor area. Your staff will work peacefully. If you run a store, you can use this glass to keep your store free from noise so the buyers can explore products without disturbance.

Improve energy efficiency

How many heating and air conditioning units do you need to keep your building comfortable during extreme weather conditions? Do you know that HVAC units consume energy and put unnecessary pressure on the environment? But there is little need to use HVAC machines for cooling or warmth when you have the option to use smart glass solutions to make your building more energy efficient.

Advertising benefits

Do you know that smart glass technology can change a piece of simple-looking glass into a digital display? It is possible and you only need to push a button to change the features, functions, and uses of bullet-resistant glass. It will protect your business from attacks and help in marketing as well.

Safety

Safety is the prime objective of smart glass. It is made blast resistant so it can withstand the force generated by explosives and keep the insiders safe. Also, it will improve visibility. For example, you can get a clear view of the outside but outsiders won’t be able to see through the glass. Also, you can set the glass on your automobile.

How Is Bulletproof Glass Used In Façade Designing?

June 8, 2023/in OSG Blog and News/by Gali Manbar Berliner

Bulletproof glass has found uses in civil society. Also, it won’t be an exaggeration to say that this piece of glass is more valuable for civil society where it can be used for designing facades of large commercial complexes, doors, windows, and digital displays.

Let’s discuss the civilian uses of a blast resistance glass

Façade designing

A glass façade looks more beautiful than concrete and tiles. But the real benefit lies in the properties of glass. It can control light and noise. For example, you can allow more sunlight to enter your building in winter and reduce the amount of light entering the building in summer so you can make the building comfortable for people working in the building.

Energy saving

Anti-ballistic glass can save energy by allowing you to control the light. Sunrays can heat up indoors if you allow the sunrays to enter the building. Concrete and tiled surfaces can’t do much. It can reflect only a small amount of light and get heated on coming into contact with sunlight. But glass can reflect the light without getting heated. It can keep a structure cool in summer and warm in winter requiring little need for heating and air conditioning.

Enhanced privacy

Glass is transparent. It will allow outsiders to peep inside. Or in other words, it will require more investment in the form of curtains and blinds. But smart glass is different. It can be turned opaque to increase privacy or make translucent to allow some light to light the indoors. With smart glass technology, you can switch the use of your glass façade and window.

Marketing

A piece of armor glass can be used as a digital display with the help of technology. In this way, you can use your door or window for marketing. Also, you can run advertisements about your business or the products you sell. Similarly, you can use the digital display to educate the viewers about your services and offers.

Protection

Smart glass technology can enhance the safety of a building from stray bullets and even targeted attacks. It will keep your investment safe from terror attacks and other unsocial activities.