Ballistic, Blast, Storm Impact and Forced Entry Resistant Systems
Forced entry is the attempted penetration of a door, window and walls using a wide variety of tools. These tools may include, but are not limited to sledge hammers, pry bars, wood splitting mauls, fire axes, battering rams, gasoline, acetone, propane torches and CO2 fire extinguishers. The number of people, the tools used, and the duration of the attack vary among the standards used to measure forced entry resistance. One of the most stringent standards is used by the Department of State for overseas embassies and diplomatic facilities. United States Bullet Proofing is proud to be one of only a few companies in the world certified by the Department of State to build forced entry products to this standard. Other standards include ASTM F1233 for glazing material, ASTM F588 for windows, and ASTM F476 for doors. These standards have multiple levels of ratings based on the severity of the threat.
United States Bullet Proofing, Inc. (USBP) offers the most advanced product lines for aluminum high level security including Blast, Ballistic, Storm Impact and Forced Entry Resistant Doors, Windows and Wall Systems. Our unique products are engineered using industry-proven design standards and have been developed to compliment today's architectural doors and windows for government applications, educational facilities, financial buildings, safe rooms, guard booths and much more. Demand the very best, especially when your life or the lives of others depend on it. We look forward to helping you with your next security project.
Windows
The 200 Series window system is a back-glazed operable aluminum window designed for bullet and blast resistance. This window is ideal for applications that desire to retain a building's exterior appearance or when only certain portions of a building require protection.
Ballistics: UL 752 Levels 1-8, NIJ I, II-A, II, III-A, III
Frame Size: 1-1/2″ W x 4- 1/8″ D
Glazing Thickness: 1/4″ to 2- 1/4″
Applications: Back-Glaze system to protect specific area of a building without affecting exterior architectural appearance
The 300 Series window is a fixed aluminum ballistic window designed for interior applications, for secure areas or as a transaction window. We take pride in the fact that these interior bulletproof transaction windows and fixed bulletproof windows are built to withstand gunfire as well as forced entry attempts and explosions. This makes our bulletproof transaction windows a good choice for protecting people and assets in sensitive areas such as banks, schools and government buildings
Ballistics: UL 752 Levels 1-8, NIJ I, II-A, II, III-A, III
Frame Size: 1-1/4″ W x 3- 3/4″ D with custom sizes available
Glazing Thickness: 1″ to 2-1/4″
Applications: Ideal for transaction windows in a secure office within a building.
The 400 Series curtain wall window is a thermally broken, aluminum framed blast and ballistic window. This curtain wall window system reduces installation costs and provides high levels of protection. Forced Entry protection is also available.
Ballistics: UL 752 Levels 1-8, NIJ I, II-A, II, III-A, III
Blast: Calculations to be provided per UFC / ISC criteria
Storm Impact: Tested to FEMA 361 and ICC500
Forced Entry: ASTM F1233 and F588
Frame Sizes: 2 1/2″ W x 4 1/2″ with custom sizes available
Glazing Thickness: 1″ to 2-3/8″
Available with thermally enhanced or full 1″ thermally broken frame for optimal energy conservation
Applications: Ribbon, store front, curtain wall and punched openings
The USAW800 Window Series offers the highest level of ballistic and blast protection available and is tested to meet the Department of State's (DOS) 5 and 15-minute Forced Entry Requirements. The window offers an improved, fully thermally broken frame design ideal for high security or Department of State (DOS) applications to offer superior protection without compromising energy conservation. The unit is available as a single lite or multi lite fixed window and is shipped glazed and factory assembled.
Ballistics: Department of State Rifle Ratings (7.62 and 5.56), UL 752 Levels 1-8 and NIJ I, II-A, II, III-A, III
Blast: Calculations to be provided per IFC / ISC criteria, DOS STD SD 01.01 Rev G
Forced Entry: Department of State 5 and 15 minute ratings and ASTM F1233
Energy Efficient: ASTM E283, ASTM 330, ASTM 331 and AAMA 501.1, NFRC 100 / 200 / 500 and AAMA 501.5
Sound Testing: ASTM E90, E413, E1332 and E2235
Frame Size: 2 1/2″ W x 6″ D
Glazing Thickness: 1″ to 2 3/8″
Applications: Any location where an extremely high level of forced entry protection is required.
This system includes a full thermally broken system for optimal energy conservation..
Doors
The 1000 Series is an aluminum ballistic, blast, and forced entry door. These bullet proof entry doors are specifically designed to handle the larger glazing make-ups required for high security applications. These bullet proof glass doors can be provided as a single door or a double door, with narrow or monumental stiles, in a bulletproof sliding door or bulletproof swinging door and can be built with sidelights or a transom around the door to provide a completely cohesive aesthetic appearance. We offer an assortment of options to meet the protection, functionality and aesthetics required for all types of projects. We also offer the 1000 15 R door which is available for high security ballistic and blast protection for your facility.
Ballistics: UL 752 Levels 1-8, NIJ I, II-A, II, III-A, III
Blast: Calculations to be provided per UFC / ISC criteria
Storm Impact: FEMA 361-15 and tested to ICC500-14 Standards
Frame Size: 2 1/2″ W x 4 1/2″ D
Door Size: 3′ x 7′ with custom sizes available
Door Thickness: 2 3/4″
Stiles: Monumental (5 5/16″) or Narrow (3")
Glazing Thickness: 1″ to 2-3/16″
Full, half, double or opaque designs available
Options: sidelights and transoms
Applications: Interior or Exterior. There is no limit to the uses of these bullet resistant doors when an aluminum stile and rail door is specified. This includes, but is not limited to, federal, state and local government facilities, military installations, schools, banks, foreign embassies, consulates, corporate headquarters, medical facilities, airports, check cashing facilities, convenience stores and guard booths.
The USAD1000 15 R is an aluminum security door offering maximum ballistic, blast and forced entry protection. This is out top-level door solution offering the upmost level of security for your facility. The unit exceeds the Department of State's blast requirements, meets all levels of ballistic standards and meets the Department of State's (DOS) 5 and 15 minute forced entry ratings. It's truly suitable for those projects that require the upmost level of protection.
Ballistics: Department of State Rifle Ratings (7.62 and 5.56), UL 752 Levels 1-8 and NIJ I, II-A, II, III-A, III
Blast: Calculations to be provided per UFC / ISC criteria
Forced Entry: DOS STD SD 01.01 Rev G
Applications: Any location where an extremely high level of forced entry protection is required.
All joints and connections shall be tight providing hairline joints and true alignment of adjacent members.
Frame Size: 3" W x 5" D
Door Size: 3' x 7' with custom sizes available
Door Thickness: 2-1/2″
Glazing Thickness: 1-1/2″
Door swing weight 400LBS depending on hardware. Weight with frame not to exceed 550LBS
USAD1000 15R is shipped completely assembled
Wall Armor
United States Bullet Proofing offers a complete line of fiberglass and ballistic steel wall armor that is capable of ballistic protection up to UL 752 Level 8. Contact us for additional information on complete protection solutions utilizing wall armor. When used to create armored walls, these bullet resistant wall panels offer exceptional performance to protect people and assets from a wide range of external threats. The unique and innovative designs of these blast resistant wall panels blend in with modern architecture, offering protection that's practically invisible to the general public.
The USFA bullet resistant fiberglass panel is a multi-ply laminated ballistic fiberglass material. USFA fiberglass is lightweight, easy to fabricate, nonspall and non-ricochet. This material conforms to UL 752 and NIJ standards.
It is recommended for use in Safe Rooms, wall armor, judge's benches, and counter protection.
Standard fiberglass size: 48 x 96 sheet
USFA Products Available:
| PRODUCT | BALLISTIC PROTECTION | NOMINAL THICKNESS | NOMINAL WEIGHT (LBS PER FT2) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USFA 1 | Level 1 | 1/4" | 2.3 |
| USFA 2 | Level 2 | 5/16" | 3.5 |
| USFA 3 | Level 3 | 1/2" | 5.0 |
| USFA 4 | Level 4 | 1 3/8" | 14 |
| USFA 5 | Level 5 | 1 3/8" | 15 |
| USFA 6 | Level 6 | 5/16" | 3.5 |
| USFA 7 | Level 7 | 1 1/8" | 10 |
| USFA 8 | Level 8 | 1 3/8" | 15 |
United States Bullet Proofing offers a complete line of fiberglass and ballistic steel wall armor that is capable of ballistic protection up to UL 752 Level 8. Contact us for additional information on complete protection solutions utilizing wall armor. When used to create armored walls, these bullet resistant wall panels offer exceptional performance to protect people and assets from a wide range of external threats. The unique and innovative designs of these blast resistant wall panels blend in with modern architecture, offering protection that's practically invisible to the general public.
The USSA bullet resistant steel panel is a single sheet ballistic steel. USSA steel wall armor is an economical choice for wall construction and ideal for structural armor. This material conforms to UL and NIJ standards.
It is recommended for use in wall armor, Safe Rooms judge's benches, counter protection and as finished opaque panels used in security storefronts.
Standard size: 48 x 96 sheets. Custom sizes available.
USSA Products Available:
PRODUCT | BALLISTIC PROTECTION | NOMINAL THICKNESS | NOMINAL WEIGHT (LBS PER FT2) |
|---|---|---|---|
USSA 1 – 3 | Level 3 | 1/4″ | 10.25 lbs |
USSA 4 – 8 | Level 4,5,7,8 (ULl) III (NIJ) | 5/16″ | 13.5 lbs |
Accessories
18″W x 9″H x 25″D
Level 3 bullet resistant faceplate
Versatile design for administrative, retail and convenience store environments
Removable full length deal tray for administrative, cash, credit and small product transactions
Optional free standing cup holder (model #USDD 199) for fountain dispenser beverages and coffee cup products (5”W x 2”H x 13 5/32”L- 3 cup holders)
Provides ballistic resistance in assemblies designed to provide employee protection.
Standard tray sizes: 12” x 10” x 2”
Custom sizes and configurations available.
Standard counter sizes: 16” deep x custom width.
Standard Stainless steel finish with optional metal or painted finishes available.
Services
Due to United States Bullet Proofing’s close proximity to the Metropolitan Washington D.C. area, United States Bullet Proofing can deliver straight from factory to jobsites located in the Mid-Atlantic area. This results in a significant savings on the cost of boxing and shipping. Deliveries can also be timed to coincide with installation, thus reducing job site storage problems. Contact United States Bullet Proofing to determine if your job site qualifies for this service and savings.
As the demand for Blast, Ballistic and Forced Entry products continues to increase in both new and renovated facilities, more and more architects, engineers, and contracting officers are faced with making critical decisions that may affect the lives of hundreds of people. This is a tremendous responsibility, and having the right information is a necessity. United States Bullet Proofing frequently conducts tours of its state of the art production facility and will explain in great length how to meet your security needs. Located just 15 minutes from downtown Washington D.C., there is no other facility in the area that can offer the hands-on display of information that is available at United States Bullet Proofing. Please call to arrange a tour.
Each application of a blast product must be considered in the context of the potential threat. Once that threat level has been determined, United States Bullet Proofing can provide detailed computer analysis of a product application to meet the threat. This analysis ensures the required criteria will be met. Analysis by an independent blast consultant can also be arranged.
United States Bullet Proofing does not offer installation services directly, but can recommend glazing contractors that are experienced in the installation of high security doors, windows and wall systems.
Standards
Blast protection must be considered in design when a facility is a potential target or when a building is located in the vicinity of a potential target. The blast from an explosion does not discriminate and will expand radially from its point of origin until it encounters a solid structure, such as a wall with windows and doors.
The blast then causes a pressure to be applied to the windows and doors for a period of time (duration). This creates an impulse or an amount of energy that is imparted to the window and/or door. A portion of this energy is absorbed by the window and/or door through the flexing of the glazing material. The remainder of the energy is transferred to the framing system and anchors.
Minimal rotation of the frame is allowed to ensure the glazing is retained. United States Bullet Proofing's engineering professionals perform a complete computer analysis for each blast application. Anchor bolts are analyzed and furnished as part of a system package to ensure design criteria are satisfied during installation.
Ballistic protection level ratings are based on the number of rounds and the size of the weapon(s) posing a threat – from small caliber handguns to high caliber rifles. High caliber, high velocity weapons fire projectiles that deliver a large amount of energy to a door, window or wall system. To be effective, the total system of anchor, frame, door material and glazing material must absorb the energy from the projectile. The framing system must also be capable of stopping the potential threat and retain the glazing system during attack. Installing bullet resistant glazing in a non-certified frame will not ensure the desired level of protection. Any ballistic glazing certified to meet a ballistic standard must be retained in a certified framing system. United States Bullet Proofing designs the total system of components to achieve the specified level of protection.
Forced entry is the attempted penetration of a door, window and walls using a wide variety of tools. These tools may include, but are not limited to sledge hammers, pry bars, wood splitting mauls, fire axes, battering rams, gasoline, acetone, propane torches and CO2 fire extinguishers. The number of people, the tools used, and the duration of the attack vary among the standards used to measure forced entry resistance. One of the most stringent standards is used by the Department of State for overseas embassies and diplomatic facilities. United States Bullet Proofing is proud to be one of only a few companies in the world certified by the Department of State to build forced entry products to this standard. Other standards include ASTM F1233 for glazing material, ASTM F588 for windows, and ASTM F476 for doors. These standards have multiple levels of ratings based on the severity of the threat.
Extreme weather events such as tornadoes or hurricanes are unavoidable. Our FEMA 361-2008 tested USAW400 window and USAD1000 door aluminum product lines have been put through the test at an independent laboratory. Our products withstand 250 MPH winds (positive and negative) and direct impacts of large (15lb) projectiles travelling in excess of 100MPH. Our products can be used at any building in the path of a destructive force not just emergency shelter facilities. New or replacement windows and doors can be specially designed where aesthetics and protection are both a high priority.
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US Bulletproofing designed, engineered and fabricated Windows and Doors meeting Blast, Ballistic and Forced Entry Requirements
USBP designed, engineered and fabricated Large curtain wall windows and multiple doors meeting ballistic requirements.
USBP designed, engineered and fabricated Custom Blast Windows to replicate historic design while maintaining current thermal and architectural requirements.
USBP designed, engineered and fabricated Double and Single Doors with Sidelights and Transoms.
USBP designed, engineered and fabricated Numerous operable Bullet Resistant Windows within headquarters building
USBP designed, engineered and fabricated 250 Windows and 30 Pairs of Doors meeting Blast, Ballistic and Forced Entry Requirements
USBP designed, engineered and fabricated 580 Bullet Resistant Windows
Design build Project USBP Supplied windows and doors to match historic design of a multi-story office building. Products required to meet extreme blast, ballistic and forced entry requirements.
USBP designed, engineered and fabricated FE/BR and Blast resistant thermally broken Aluminum Windows, curtain walls and FE/BR Aluminum doors to meet DOS physical security requirements for the new embassy.
USBP designed, engineered and fabricated FE/BR and Blast resistant thermally broken Aluminum Windows with structural steel for large Curtain walls and FE/BR Aluminum doors to meet DOS physical security criteria for the entire project.
USBP designed, engineered and fabricated FE/BR and Blast Resistant thermally broken aluminum windows and FE/BR Aluminum Doors. These included a full multi story drum curtain wall meeting all DOS physical security requirements.