Security Film Installation of Attachment system

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How is Safety and Security window film installed?
Security film is applied using a wet application process, and the glass is cleaned by scraping contaminants off with a stainless steel blade or scotch bright scrubby pad to prepare the glass for installation. The glass is then dried to perfection with a low or no lint cloth to cut the chance of debris left behind.
After the cleaning and prepping process, window film is cut to the exact size on a Film-handler or CNC cut in the shop before the installation day.
In the diagram below, each panel is applied using a 15-inch squeegee following the squeegee application method.
After the film is applied, it’s given one more cleaning with a soapy solution or sprays away.
The curing time starts now, generally, and depending on weather conditions, thick materials need 30-100 days to cure fully.
After the film has cured, your choice of attachment system needs to be applied to secure the film to the glass frame.
According to the GSA, security window film is worthless without an attachment.
As discussed above, Window film Contractors will generally apply one of the following anchoring materials:
Wet Glazing Silicone - Dow Corning 995 or 3M Impact Protection Attachment Sealant
Pentagon Protection Systems (PPS) - A double-sided adhesive rubber attachment system, this anchoring system comes in various colors and thicknesses.
Screwed Mechanical - this is a security retrofit and is often specified by an architect or engineer.
Application of attachment system:
Now that your film is cured, it’s time to apply the attachment system.
Wet glazing attachment system Installation Process:
Use 70% isopropyl alcohol to clean the window frame and the film where the wet glazing caulking is applied.
Mask off the film and window frame using 3M Blue masking tape to ensure clean straight lines 1/2 inch wide from the edge and window, creating a 1-inch thick caulking bead.
Apply the silicone structural sealant and tool it, guaranteeing an even 45-degree angle from the frame and window for maximum coverage.
Remove the tape and allow the caulking to cure for 3-5 days.
Pentagon Protection Systems (PPS) Installation Process:
Use 70% isopropyl alcohol to clean the window frame and the film where the system is applied. In cold temperatures, use the 4298 adhesive promoters.
Use precise instruments to apply adequate and constant pressure to achieve total adhesion.
Be sure that the film edges, gasket, and frame are dry if installing the anchoring.
Do not touch the bare tape to anything.
Before installing the (PPS), verify that the film edge clearance to the gasket is 1/8″ maximum.
Screwed Mechanical System Installation Process:
Use a metal angled frame, which is screwed into the glass window frames or the building wall.
The film is installed “oversized” to allow a wrap under the metal frame. Screws are placed through the film and the anchoring frame for a strong bond.
Screwed Mechanical systems are a robust system because of the wrap of the film under the anchoring frame, and the screws increase the anchorage of the structure to the building, significantly increasing protection.
Drawbacks include high cost and the permanent nature of the installation; if you ever want to remove the anchoring system, the frames will have holes displayed.
How much is shatterproof window film?
Cost depends on the thickness and the anchoring system used to secure the film to the window frame. Keep in mind that branding is an essential cost factor as well. Some well-known companies demand a higher application cost, but the added cost isn’t justified unless the warranty is greater than the following competitor.
What you can expect to pay:
Security Film Installation Cost: $9-15 a square foot.
Attachment Installation Cost: $5-$15 a linear foot