Category Archives: School campus security

Safer Schools, Glazing Security Window Film Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota

Protecting students and teachers at our schools is a critically important issue right now.

 

There are a variety of solutions that begin with thicker clear shatter films as well as a wide range of combined solar safety films.

There are situations where a reflective silver security film can prevent targeting from the outside of the building.

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There are versions that range from darker energy control versions to lighter solar security iterations that can assist in cost recovery via energy cost savings and potential rebates from our local power companies.

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Advanced Film Solutions with offices in Tampa Bay and Orlando has installed 8 ML and thicker security glazing films on retail stores, schools, religious institutions and government buildings throughout the Florida region and Southeast USA.

 

Our selections include the Madico Films and Eastman Chemical’s LLumar and Vista Film along with Armorcoat, Hanita and SunTek Films.

More choices and experience than any other company in Tampa Bay and Orlando and winners of the Super Service Award from Angie’s List for 8 straight years.

 
Call Advanced Film Solutions toll free at 877-575-3456
 

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Window Tinting Breaking In Is Hard To Do, Tampa Bay, Orlando

Local homeowners and retailers have faced a string of burglaries during the last few months. 

 

No homeowner or retail store owner is completely immune from a potential break-in.

The economy continues to be difficult and crime rates remain high.

 

 
The weakest link into your home or business is through unprotected glass.
 
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Advanced Film Solutions is Tampa Bay, Sarasota and Orlando’s leading security glazing film installation company.

We meet and exceed all requirements and our installations include some of the more well known retail outlets and government, schools and religious institutions in the region.

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Many clients prefer solar security versions to recoup the cost of investment thanks to the energy costs savings you’ll enjoy.

Privacy can also be obtained with darker or reflective versions.

 

Criminals know exactly what they are looking for and usually hit and run during the night hours. 

Their goal is to be in and out of the store in minutes.

The solution?
 
 
Safety and Security Film.  
 


The interior glass is now protected with a clear 8 ML film and anchoring system while the exterior now has a graffiti guard film to protect their glass from scratches and acid etching.

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Home Security Window Film Tampa Bay, Orlando, Sarasota

Advanced Film Solutions has completed more than 25,500 homes and business window film installations since we left 3M 16 years ago.

CollageiiOne of the more surprising aspects of our home installations has been the volume of homes that have single pane clear glass on their front entry door and a thin glass side lite running vertically adjacent to the door handle and lock.

A burglar can break through this glass in 5 seconds and easily reach the lock and enter your home.
 

The majority of our clients ask us to fix their heat problems , glare and UV fading .

For homes with clear glass on the front doors we recommend an application of safety and security film by Vista.

  • The application of these 8 ML thick security films makes it much more difficult for thieves to enter your home.

  • Tinted versions can provide privacy from the street.

  • Opaque versions can be installed that provide 24/7 privacy

  • Sliders can be reinforced with these thicker security films as well as a pool bath door.

Safety and security films will not interfere with motion detectors or window alarm systems.

Glass with LLumar® Solar Safety and Security Film has an extra layer of protection that reinforces windows and helps hold dangerous glass shards together if shattered. It helps protect against multiple safety and security threats:

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There has been interest in perimeter protection anti-intrusion improvements in the wake of the Newtown, Sandy Hook tragedy and Parkland FL tragedies.

School administrators, campus security, parents and government officials are considering a holistic approach that weighs life safety issues against the implementation costs of building and glass hardening.

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Glazing security window film coatings have been used for nearly 50 years for improved glass hardening.

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Federal guidelines were implemented after the Oklahoma City bombing to increase security through thicker shatter resistant fragment retention films.

Advanced Film Solutions, Window Film USA is an expert installer of these thicker window film enhancements.

These coatings are designed to withstand high impact and improve life safety against intrusion and blast events.

We represent the leading manufacturers of these impact resistant coatings:

 
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Eastman Chemical marketed under the LLumar, Vista and Huper Optik brands.

Madico Safety Films

Saint-Gobain marketed as Armorcoat

SunTek

Hanita – Avery Dennison

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The minimum thickness recommended is 8 ML. This is the standard based upon the increased impact and tensile strength.

These coatings are attached to window frames using a variety of systems with the wet sealant silicone as the most prevalent and most cost efficient.

These coatings have been rigorously tested by the GSA, DoD and in several cases Factory Mutual. They also meet ANSI standards and in several instances the UL972 criteria.
Shatter resistant coatings are available in clear versions that provide maximum visibility.

 

It should be noted that there are solar control iterations of these films that meet the same level of security enhancement but additionally provide glare, energy cost efficiency and privacy (where security officials recommend)

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These solar versions offer a ROI for reduction in energy costs as well as improved student productivity with lower glare and more comfortable facilities.

Energy control versions may also qualify for rebates from local power companies.

Call Advanced Film Solutions at 877-575-3456

 

Tampa, Orlando Security Window Film, 2023

Whether you operate your own business at one of Tampa or Orlando’s office parks, or own your own retail store, it’s critical for your security planning to harden the glass at your building.

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Advanced Film Solutions provides thicker (impact rated and tested) glazing window film manufactured by global leaders Eastman Chemical, Saint-Gobain and Madico.

These coatings protect our armed forces and diplomats throughout the world and domestically they are employed on Federal buildings state and municipalities and the leading retail chain stores.

There are scores of choices that cover a wide range of light transmissions and appearances.

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Many retailers prefer a completely transparent coating that eliminates UV without lowering light levels.

Obviously consideration should be given to multi-purpose solar security versions that reduce heat, glare and UV while offering the very same level of security protection as the clear versions.

Reflective security coatings will provide daytime privacy which can be critically important.

Lightly tinted versions help offset installation costs since they lower electric cooling costs and qualify for local utility window film rebates.

These coatings have met GSA and DoD blast testing and impact intrusion testing.

Additional security strength can be obtained with an array of fastening systems that create a uniform system between the glass, store frames and our impact coatings.

 
 
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