Laminated Polycarbonate and Acrylic Laminates

Laminated Polycarbonate and Acrylic Laminates

Laminated polycarbonate glazing systems are engineered using multiple layers of polycarbonate and specialized interlayers to provide exceptional resistance to ballistic threats, impact, and forced-entry attacks. These constructions feature exposed abrasion-resistant (mar-resistant) polycarbonate surfaces on both the threat side and the protected side of the laminate, creating a durable, lightweight security glazing solution.

Polycarbonate is inherently more flexible and impact-resistant than glass, allowing laminated polycarbonate products to absorb and dissipate energy efficiently during ballistic and physical attack events. This characteristic contributes to excellent fragment retention and enhanced occupant protection. Compared to traditional all-glass ballistic constructions, laminated polycarbonate systems typically offer significant weight savings, making them well-suited for applications where structural limitations or ease of installation are important considerations.

The mar-resistant coatings applied to the exposed polycarbonate surfaces improve resistance to scratching, abrasion, and everyday wear, helping to maintain optical performance and service life. These products are commonly used in security glazing applications requiring a combination of ballistic resistance, impact durability, and lightweight construction.

Key advantages of laminated polycarbonate systems include reduced weight compared to glass-clad alternatives, exceptional impact and penetration resistance, superior fragment retention, no-spall performance, and enhanced protection against forced-entry threats. The polycarbonate construction helps eliminate hazardous glass spall, providing an additional level of occupant safety during ballistic events. These attributes make laminated polycarbonate constructions an effective solution for facilities requiring high levels of security while minimizing overall glazing weight.