Madico Safety & Security Window Film
Madico has made window film since 1903 and has been developing safety film for more than 50 years. Its SafetyShield® system, introduced in the late 1990s, now protects government facilities, banks, storefronts, and office buildings worldwide.
These are advanced, transparent films that reinforce existing windows and doors against ballistic threats. They add a layer of protection without affecting visibility or the look of your building.
SafetyShield® films hold shattered glass together, so a forced-entry attempt or a severe storm doesn't leave an opening. They come in multiple thicknesses, with solar and view control options. The newest generation, SafetyShield® G2, has been independently tested to ASTM F3561, the standard for forced-entry resistance following a simulated active-shooter attack.
Madico's PVB and TPU interlayer films strengthen the glass itself and keep fragments from spalling inward when it breaks. They are built for demanding applications such as architectural glazing, ballistic protection, and blast resistance.
3M Commercial Safety & Security Window Film
3M combines proven protection with advanced film technology, including safety, anti-spall, solar control, and view control films.
Applied to the outside surface of the glass, this 4-mil film holds broken glass in place and blocks up to 99% of UV rays. It's built for glass you can't or don't want to treat from the inside.
Best for: skylights, balcony glass, curtain walls, and the outer pane of insulated glass units.
The budget-friendly way to get shatter protection and heat rejection in one film. It comes in silver or neutral tones that give a building a more uniform look from the street, and its added reflection improves daytime privacy.
Best for: large-window commercial buildings that need safety film and energy savings on a tighter budget.
This series is designed to counter everything from vandalism to explosive impacts. Its transparent, tough barrier helps windows hold up against unexpected threats.
3M's foundational safety film holds shattered glass together and adds anti-spall protection to laminated glass. It can be paired with a 3M sun control film if you want both from one installation, and it carries a 10-year warranty when professionally installed on a commercial building.
Best for: facilities that want baseline shatter protection across a large amount of glass.
Ultra Prestige combines the tear resistance of the Ultra Series with the sun control of 3M's Prestige line. Its micro-layer construction stretches more before tearing, and the building's appearance stays virtually unchanged.
Best for: Class A office buildings, corporate headquarters, upscale hotels, and flagship retail locations where the building's appearance matters.
The clear, 8-mil film that started 3M's Ultra line. Micro-layered construction makes it tear-resistant and harder to break through, and it can be installed with 3M's Impact Protection Attachment sealant, which anchors the film to the window frame, for added security.
Best for: storefronts and ground-floor glass exposed to smash-and-grab burglaries.
At 24 mils, S2400 is 3M's heavy-duty option. It's made of polyurethane instead of the PET used in most films, so it stretches and absorbs impact rather than tearing. For break-in protection, it's installed as a system with 3M's Impact Protection Attachment sealant, which helps slow intruders and buys extra response time.
Best for: the highest-risk entry points in a facility, such as main entrances, lobbies, and glass near cash rooms or sensitive areas.
Bullet Resistant & Ballistic Window Film Options
For facilities that face elevated risk, ASAP installs dedicated ballistic window film and overlay systems for businesses.
BulletShield™ is a projectile-resistant film technology designed to absorb and spread out the energy of a bullet. It fits into existing windows and discreetly adds protection against firearm threats. It suits government buildings, corporate headquarters, and other high-risk locations.
DefenseLite™ is a nearly invisible polycarbonate overlay installed over existing glass. It is extremely difficult to break and holds up against both burglary attempts and storm damage. It installs easily and needs minimal maintenance.