Ballistic glazing, forced-entry protection, and transaction window systems built to rigorous UL 752 standards. Protecting lives and assets across Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland.
From embassy compounds on Embassy Row to bank branches in Tysons and school vestibules in Fairfax, we engineer and install bullet-resistant glass systems that stop threats without compromising visibility or architecture.
20+
Years Experience
UL 752
Compliant
Level 1-8
All Ratings
Fully
Insured
Engineering
Bullet-resistant glass is not a single material -- it is a carefully engineered composite system. Multiple layers of glass, bonding interlayers, and polycarbonate work together to absorb ballistic energy and prevent penetration.
The exterior tempered glass face is the first point of contact. It is hard and rigid, designed to flatten the incoming projectile and spread the impact force across a wider area before transferring energy to the inner layers.
Polyvinyl butyral (PVB) bonding interlayers are flexible, energy-absorbing membranes between each rigid layer. They hold the composite together, distribute impact forces, and prevent delamination under ballistic stress.
The interior polycarbonate layer is the final line of defense. It is flexible and virtually unbreakable, acting as a “catcher’s mitt” that absorbs remaining energy and contains glass fragments to prevent dangerous spalling.
Standards
UL 752 is the Underwriters Laboratories standard for bullet-resisting equipment. Each level defines the specific weapon, ammunition, velocity, and number of shots the glazing must withstand without penetration.
9mm Handgun
3 shots
Convenience stores, late-night retail, pharmacies
9mm Handgun
3 shots -- 0.75" thick
Convenience stores, late-night retail, pharmacies
.357 Magnum
3 shots
Banks, credit unions, check cashing, pawn shops
.357 Magnum
3 shots -- 1.0" thick
Banks, credit unions, check cashing, pawn shops
.44 Magnum
3 shots
Jewelry stores, dispensaries, high-value retail
.44 Magnum
3 shots -- 1.25" thick
Jewelry stores, dispensaries, high-value retail
.30 Caliber Rifle
1 shot
Government offices, courthouses, police stations
.30 Caliber Rifle
1 shot -- 1.5" thick
Government offices, courthouses, police stations
7.62mm Rifle
1 shot
Embassies, federal buildings, consulates
7.62mm Rifle
1 shot -- 1.75" thick
Embassies, federal buildings, consulates
9mm Sub-Machine Gun
5 shots
Schools, hospitals, critical infrastructure
9mm Sub-Machine Gun
5 shots -- 1.25" thick
Schools, hospitals, critical infrastructure
5.56mm Rifle (M16/AR-15)
5 shots
Military installations, VIP protection, data centers
5.56mm Rifle (M16/AR-15)
5 shots -- 1.75" thick
Military installations, VIP protection, data centers
7.62mm Rifle (AK-47)
5 shots
Military, high-threat government, embassy compounds
7.62mm Rifle (AK-47)
5 shots -- 2.0+" thick
Military, high-threat government, embassy compounds
We design and install systems at every UL 752 level. The correct level depends on your specific threat profile, which we determine during the initial security assessment.
Applications
Bullet-resistant glazing protects people and assets in high-risk environments. Here are the most common applications we install across the DC, Virginia, and Maryland area.
Teller line glazing, transaction windows, secure package passers, and full-height ballistic storefronts for banks, credit unions, and check-cashing facilities.
Blast-rated and bullet-resistant glazing for federal offices, courthouses, municipal buildings, and secure government facilities across the DC metro area.
Main entry vestibule glazing, administrative office protection, and secure reception areas designed to provide ballistic protection without creating an.
Display case glazing, storefront protection, and smash-and-grab resistant systems that showcase merchandise while providing ballistic and forced-entry defense.
Counter-height and full-height bullet-resistant barriers, transaction windows, and secure product display areas for pharmacies and licensed dispensaries.
Discreet bullet-resistant glazing for C-suite offices, boardrooms, and corporate security operations centers that blends seamlessly with premium interior.
Process
Security glass installation is not a standard glazing job. It requires threat analysis, structural engineering, and discreet execution. Here is how we approach every project.
We collaborate with your security team or consultant to define the threat profile and determine the required UL 752 ballistic protection level for each glazi...
Bullet-resistant glass is significantly heavier than standard glazing. We assess walls, frames,
We specify the glass layup, frame system, transaction hardware, and any pass-through components.
BR glass panels are fabricated to specification with the correct glass-polycarbonate-PVB layup for the rated UL level.
We install after-hours or during low-traffic periods for sensitive locations. Our teams maintain strict confidentiality for government, financial,
Every installation is inspected, documented, and delivered with UL compliance certification.
Why Us
20+
Years in the DMV
Two decades of glazing experience in the Washington DC metropolitan area. We understand the unique security requirements of government, diplomatic, and financial clients in the capital region.
UL 752
Full Level Compliance
We install systems rated at every UL 752 level, from Level 1 handgun protection for retail to Level 8 high-powered rifle defense for military and government applications.
100%
Confidential Service
We provide discreet, after-hours installation for sensitive government, diplomatic, and financial locations. Our teams maintain strict operational security on every project.
No-Spall
Advanced Layups
All our BR systems feature no-spall polycarbonate inner layers that prevent dangerous glass fragments from being launched toward the people on the protected side.
Turnkey
Complete Systems
We do not just install glass. We provide complete ballistic systems including frames, transaction windows, package passers, speakers, and pass-through hardware.
Licensed
Fully Insured
Fully licensed and insured in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC. Every installation is documented and delivered with UL compliance certification.
Common Questions
Have a question about security glass for your project?
Call (703) 679-7741Service Area
Based in Arlington, Virginia -- minutes from the Pentagon and the nation’s capital -- we serve the entire Washington DC metropolitan area. Our proximity to federal agencies, embassies, and the financial district makes us the local expert for high-security glazing projects.
Our experience with embassy security on Embassy Row, federal building glazing near the National Mall, financial institution protection in Tysons Corner, and school hardening across Fairfax County makes us uniquely qualified for high-security glazing in the DMV. We understand the specific requirements, clearance processes, and architectural sensitivities of working in the nation’s capital.
Request a free security glass assessment. We will evaluate your threat profile, recommend the right UL 752 protection level, and provide a detailed proposal.
Free Threat Assessment
We evaluate your specific security requirements
UL 752 Levels 1-8
Handgun through high-powered rifle protection
No-Spall Technology
Interior polycarbonate prevents dangerous fragments
Transaction Hardware
Speakers, drawers, package passers, and document trays
Discreet Installation
After-hours service for sensitive locations
Structural Engineering
We assess and reinforce for BR glass weight