Solutia Passes "Small Missile" Testing On Residential Windows



Solutia ; the manufacturer of VISTA and LLumar safety and security films has passed independent testing for residential applications on their 8 ML shatter films.


We are always careful concerning the positioning of these solutions given the high profile of hurricane mitigation here in Florida.

Solutia has provided their channel the following clarification terminology:

1) LLumar and VISTA Safety Film helps hold together shattered glass caused by severe weather which may help reduce injury from flying glass and reduce the damage to the inside of a home.

2) Residential window systems (aluminum frame with 1/8” annealed glass) have passed the following wind-borne debris testing standards when tested with LLumar 8 mil Safety Film (as well as LLumar N1050 8 mil Safety Film) and ½” wetglaze attachment system.
• ASTM E1886 / 1996 Small Missile “A”

(The test simulates building gravel impacting windows above 30’. The goal is to prevent the windows from breaking and the building from becoming pressurized during a storm.)

3) The film and window combination held up to both impact and cyclic load tests passing all applicable requirements of ASTM E1886/1996… demonstrating hurricane resistance on any similar window located in non-windborne debris regions.

4) Similar windows located in windborne debris regions may qualify when higher than 30’. Defer to the authority having jurisdiction.


This is an important for residential clients who are looking for effective solutions.  The testing that has previously been conducted was strictly speaking directed toward commercial applications. 

Vista films block heat, UV and reduce your electric bills . (We also qualify for TECO, Progress Energy and OUC Rebates)

Here in Florida; residential clients may consider upgrading their film selection to these 8 ML thick, combination films for additional safety and security (forced entry!) while enjoying the solar control benefits.

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Posted by Mike Feldman at 8/18/2010 1:11 PM
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