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GLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright ©GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL

GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALBACKGROUNDGLASSPROTECH is a network of professional film applicators, providing a cost effective solution againstglass damage & breakage. We have been established in New Zealand since 2005 and Australia since 2009.Our products comply with internationally recognised Standards and GLASSPROTECH is an approvedmember of the Window Film Association of Australia & New Zealand.GLASSPROTECH is a National Company with dedicated and experienced fitting teams. This allows theapplication of the protective window film at any location with minimal disruption to your working day.GLASSPROTECH‘s business model allows us to create new teams quickly and efficiently to meet withgrowing demands and new markets.Most films are warranted for between 5 and 12 years (materials and labour). However typical product lifeexpectancy ranges between 12-20+ years. Products are low maintenance with normal window cleaningmethods and solutions.THE BENEFITS OF WINDOW FILMGLASSPROTECH’s range of window films is available either clear or tinted. The application ofGLASSPROTECH’s window film makes it particularly cost effective for institutional, commercial andresidential structures in need of solutions to one or more of the following problems:COST REDUCTIONSApply film at a fraction of the cost of glass replacementReducing the cost of damage caused by vandalsEnergy Savings – Reduction in Air Conditioning unit size, operation & costBlock out heat & glareBlock out 99% of UV rays – reducing fading of interiors & furnitureReduce the risk of breakage - It laminates & strengthens glassLonger Lasting - Its tough, scratch resistant coating makes the film more robust & last longer thanother filmsGlass replacement & clean up is quick & easyHide Existing Damage - It can reduce the appearance of existing scratches & acid rain & protect fromfurther damageIt can be removed and replaced as technology advances and product performance improves. Suchperiodic updating of window glass is too costlyGLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 1

GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALSAFETY & SECURITY Increases the Break Strength of Glass, reducing the risk of breakage Strengthens glass to protect from damage, intrusion and vandalism Anti shatter protection from broken glass and shards Cost effective alternative to more expensive toughened glass options Optically clear film available for invisible protection from vandals Upgrades Glass - To Conform with International Health & Safety StandardsANTI GRAFFITI & VANDALISM Acts as a sacrificial layer that protects glass from etching and graffiti Optically clear protective film that adds strength to glass Adds an anti shatter proof protection in the event of breakage Can be replaced as and when required Ideal for buildings, buses, trains and public infrastructureSOLAR, INSULAR & UV PROTECTION Reduces heat loss and/or gain by as much as 30% Reduces up to 90% glare, 95% infrared heat, 79% total solar energy Reduces 99% of damaging UV rays Reduces sun damage to interior fittings, carpet and furniture Solar Overheating Reduction in discomfort to building occupants and visitors due to high temperatures Increasing productivity of building occupants through maximising natural light Utilisation of floor space adjacent to windows and fixed glass Some increase in insulation against heat loss in winter Increasing a buildings efficiency without compromising its historic and aesthetic qualitiesPOLYCARBONATE PROTECTION To reduce damage caused by flying objects and projectiles Reduces scratching, therefore reduces the need for replacement Improved vision on already scratched polycarbonates by up to 80% Repels water to increase visibility The film can be replaced at a cost far lower that replacing the window Extends the life of the polycarbonateGLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 2

SAFETY & SECURITY TESTING STANDARDSGLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALSUMMARYGLASSPROTECH Safety films increase the break strength of glass, reducing the risk of breakage & provideeffective defence from glass fragments and splinters in the event of glass breaking. Shattered glass causedby natural disasters, terrorism, burglary or accidental breakage is a threat to us all, at work, at home, inpublic places. GLASSPROTECH Safety films offer reduced risk of breakage, protection from glass shards,shield from UV radiation, solar heat control (combined films), combat graffiti and answer the requirementsof insurance companies for commercial buildings & shop front protection.4, 7, 8, and 12 mil (100, 175, 200 and 300micron) clear safety & security films feature superb opticaltransparency and a scratch resistant coating. Safety Films are also available for external (outdoor) use with arobust scratch resistant coating. The thicker the film the greater resistance to breakage:The main difference between film and laminated glass is that the film can be applied to the glass or glazingafter manufacture or installation, i.e., it is a retrofit product. These films are used widely all over the world;they can be found on trains, buses, cars, and buildings.Safety and security films can have components added, such as for solar control and decorative effects.TESTS AND ACCREDITATIONSafety and security window films are designed to perform under adverse conditions. As such, standards andstandard tests have been devised to ensure that these films will perform in such a situation. There are fourbest-known organizations that produce standards and guidelines for how a film performs under impact (seetable below).Organization Relevant Standard DescriptionBritish StandardsInstitutionAmerican NationalStandards InstituteEuropean Committee forStandardizationConsumer Product SafetyCommission (CPSC)General ServicesAdministration (GSA)BS 6206 (Class A, B & C)ANSI Z97.1EN1260016 CFR 1201.4GSA-TS01-2003British standard impact testing for annealed glasswith applied safety filmAmerican Impact testing for annealed glass withapplied safety filmList of EN standards European standard Classificationof Resistance of Glazing to Impact.(American) Impact testing for annealed glass withapplied safety filmStandard Test Method for Glazing and WindowSystems Subject to Dynamic Overpressure LoadingsGLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 3

GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALANCHORING SYSTEMWhilst the GLASSPROTECH Security Films grip the glass fragments, an Anchoring system secures the film to thewindow frame, maximizing the effectiveness of the film, and helping to prevent collapse of the window. The anchoringsystem is recommended for use in shop-front protection, high security institutions or public areas vulnerable to unrestor attack.TESTING PROTOCOLS FOR FILM PERFORMANCEThe following tables detail the internationally recognised testing’s completed for the range of clear Safety & Securityfilms. Detailed information on any other products can be made available on request.IMPACTTESTING PROTOCOLTEST RESULT4 MIL 5 MIL 7 MIL 8 MIL 12 MILANSI Z-97.1 (12”pendulum fall)PASSANSI Z-97.1 (18” pendulum fall)PASSANSI Z-97.1 Cat 2 (48” pendulum fall) PASS PASSCPSC 1201 Cat 1 (18” pendulum fall) PASSCPSC 1201 Title 16 (48” pendulum fall) PASS PASS PASSBS 6206 class BPASSEN12600 class 2B2 PASS PASSEN12600 class 1B1 PASS PASSEN356 P2APASSDIN 52290, part 4, A1PASSANTI-GRAFFITITESTING PROTOCOLTEST RESULT4 MIL 5 MIL 7 MIL 8 MIL 12 MILParis Metro Anti-Graffiti PASSFIRETESTING PROTOCOLTEST RESULT4 MIL 5 MIL 7 MIL 8 MIL 12 MILBS 476 Fire Propagation PASSASTM D-1929 Ignition PASS PASSASTM E84-98 Surface Burn PASS PASSGLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 4

GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALWIND DEBRISTESTING PROTOCOLASTM E330-97el (Wind Load) ComparativeData HurricaneAS 201, TAS 202, TAS 203 – FloridaBuilding Code (Dade County Small MissileTest) HurricaneTEST RESULT4 MIL 5 MIL 7 MIL 8 MIL 12 MILPASSPASSBURGLARYTESTING PROTOCOLTEST RESULT4 MIL 5 MIL 7 MIL 8 MIL 12 MILUL 972 Burglary Resisting Glazing Material PASSBOMB BLASTTESTING PROTOCOLTEST RESULT4 MIL 5 MIL 7 MIL 8 MIL 12 MILSiach Gefen – IDF TestingPASS(1)GSA Level C (4psi, 30psi/msec) 3B PASS 3B PASSGSA Level D (10.2psi, 90.6psi/msec)3A PASS(2)GLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 5

APPENDIX 1 ABRASION TESTINGTABER ABRASION - COMPARATIVE WEATHERINGGLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALGLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 6

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BRANZ EXTERNAL WINDOW FILM TESTINGGLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALGLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 9



GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALAPPENDIX 2 OPTICAL AND SOLAR PROPERTIES CERTIFICATIONGLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 12

APPENDIX 3 – IMPACT TESTING CERTIFICATIONANSI Z97.1GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALGLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 13





GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALCPSC 1201GLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 18





GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALBS EN12600 CLASS 2B2GLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 23

GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALBS 6206GLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 24



GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALAS/NZS 2208GLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 27



GLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALAPPENDIX 4 - FIRE TESTINGASTM D1919GLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 30


APPENDIX 5 - GLOBAL INSTALLATION REFERENCESGLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALGLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 32




DOW CORNING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSGLASSPROTECH WINDOW FILM TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUALGLASSPROTECH Window Film Technical Reference Manual Copyright © Page 36

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