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Vetrotech Saint-Gobain announces the newest addition to their impressive range of bullet resistant Glass solutions

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first of its kind new bullet-resistant glass solution in India that offers nIJ Level 3 protection

Vetrotech Saint-Gobain is the leading expert in fire-safety and high-security glass solutions. With an expertise of over four decades, the Swiss brand has unveiled a new bullet-resistant glass, a 65mm thick Vetrogard®, which has been developed, tested, and certified in India. Vetrotech’s first-of-its-kind NIJ bullet resistant glass in India has been tested against Level 3 bullet resistance as per the NIJ standard. The product is designed to protect from bullet strikes from an AK-47 rifle. Vetrotech Saint-Gobain offers a one-stop system solution for the high-security glass doors and partitions, complete with bulletresistant frames, glass and accessories for various applications. The new range is manufactured at the state-of-the-art production facility in Chennai, India. Vetrotech Saint-Gobain is the trusted expert in high-security glass solutions. Their wide array of solutions offers uncompromised protection to both people and property; thereby, the new product is a remarkable addition to their portfolio of bullet resistant glass solutions. The high-security glass solutions find application in both commercial and residential buildings. The high-security glasses find applications in high-end luxury residences, banks, embassies, hotels, offices, government buildings such as secretariats, and VVIP rooms.

What is NIJ Level 3 bullet-resistance?

NIJ (National Institute of Justice) is an American test standard to determine the ballistic resistance offered by a material. A 7.62mm calibre bullet travelling at 838 m/s is shot 5 times from a distance of 5 metres from the glass. The glass qualifies as NIJ Level 3 bullet resistant when none of the bullets perforate the glass and when there are no glass splinters (NS) on the non-attack side.

In addition to the uncompromised security offered by the glass, here are some unique features of the all new bullet resistant glass solution from Vetrotech Saint-Gobain:first of its kind in India:

The NIJ Level 3 bullet-resistant glass solution developed by Vetrotech is the first of its kind in India. The product, which is tested against 5 bullet strikes from an AK 47 rifles, offers uncompromised protection and security. The range of high-security solutions offered by Vetrotech is unmatched by other locally available high-security glass suppliers. Stringent Testing & Certification:

When it comes to life-safety there can be no compromise. High-security glasses must be adequately tested and certified in accredited laboratories. Vetrotech’s high-security glass products are tested and certified as per very stringent international standards in international test laboratories in Germany and Netherlands. The occupants can be sure that they are on the safe side. one-stop System Solution:

Vetrotech offers a one-stop system solution for the high-security glass doors and partitions, and the projects are effectively handled from start to finish. The solution offered is complete with bulletresistant glass, frames, and accessories. Glass is only a component of the system solution and it is important to choose a complete system solution that is fully tested and certified to offer protection. Superior all-round Protection:

Vetrotech’s high-security glass solutions can be customized to provide protection from bullet strikes and explosions along with protection from threats of burglars and vandals. These solutions, conceptualized in Switzerland, are made in India in a state-of-the-art production facility in Chennai. Aesthetic Appeal with a Modern look

Using high-security glass doors and windows ensures that the occupants enjoy a better view and connect with the surroundings without any compromise on protection from various threats. Glass adds to the aesthetic appeal to the building's overall architecture with its modern looks while providing high-security protection. CM