Patented system increases performance of security window film

Proven blast resistance
Protection against forced entry
Reduces glass related injury

Security window film is a proven way to protect persons against shrapnel injury in the event of violence or severe weather. Security window film also helps protect property and equipment from damage and increases the likelihood that business operations can continue uninterrupted.

Window film is generally applied as a "daylight" installation - to the edges of the visible portion of the window. This means that the untreated glass around the perimeter of the pane is not protected and will break on impact releasing the pane. Under impact, the force applied to the window is concentrated at the edge where the "daylight" gap exists. A common result under blast load or wind load conditions is that the entire pane of filmed glass fails and falls out of the frame. A daylight application of security window film will greatly reduce glass fragment hazards, however once the window fails injury may result from impact by the filmed glass.

The Madico FrameGARD™ Anchoring System has been designed to prevent filmed glass from erupting from its window frame under blast load conditions. Madico FrameGARD™ improves and extends the principle of edge battening by incorporating a specific movement zone (Patent applies) which allows the film to move under applied load without putting excessive force onto the fixings and frame. The movement zone (+), (indicated on Step 2 and 3 of Example B) absorbs a high degree of the impact energy before loads are distributed to the Madico FrameGARD™ profile and window frame. The Madico FrameGARD™ Anchoring System significantly improves the performance of security window film against blast pressure and body impact loads when compared with traditional daylight film applications.

Madico FrameGARD™ also improves the performance of security window film against burglary. In "daylight" applications it is possible to attack the untreated edge of the window, levering the glass out of the frame.

Glass without a daylight applications of security window film is blown out of the frame producing lethal cutting shards on breaking.		Glass with film applied is blown out of frame. Fragment hazard greatly reduced. However risk of body impact and loss of controlled environment.		Window with FrameGARD and Madico security window film after a blast - The glass has been held securely in place.

Multinational corporations and foreign governments use the Madico FrameGARD™ Anchoring System coupled with security window film to improve safety and security.

The Benefits of FrameGARD™ and Madico Security Window Film

- Minimizes the risk of personal injury from broken glass
- Deters forcible entry
- Reduces liability
- Cost effective
- Effective and attractive alternative to replacing windows and framing
- Can be installed in a finished environment without disrupting business
- Limits "smash and grab" burglary
- Protect your personnel and property
- Reduce glass-related injuries
- Safeguard information and equipment
- Protect against forced entry
- Protect against the elements
- Ensure business continuity
- Protect against terrorism
- Helps reduce insurance loss

Example A - Glass Remains Vulnerable with Daylight Installation of Window Film
Daylight window film with gap shown around edge.		Untreated edge of glass breaks and separates at the unfilmed edge of the glass.		Fragments from untreated glass leaves the window pane and enter the room.

Example B - Madico FrameGARD™ extracts Maximum Performance from Security Window Film
Madico FrameGARD™ secures the film tightly in place to the window frame.		Blast impact shatters external glass and drives it against the inner pane.		Madico FrameGARD™ movement zone absorbs energy by allowing window film to stretch. Radiused edge prevents cutting of film. Gripped surface clamps film in place.

Approved Installation Method
		1. Madico security window film installed on inside of glass and carried on to frame.
		2. Madico FrameGARD™ is placed over window film.
		3. Screw drilled through base profile into window frame. Grip surface clamps window film in place.
		4. Optional cap piece to close off base section, available in colour to match decor.

The Madico FrameGARD™ Anchoring System is suitable for use on a variety of different window and door profiles including steel, aluminium or wood. Because of the different materials and installation conditions it is necessary for trained staff to inspect each site to confirm suitability of the Madico FrameGARD™ system and to determine the appropriate method of installation.

The Madico FrameGARD™ Anchoring System has been tested in accordance with US GSA explosion hazards standards and has proven to provide significant injury protection when coupled with security grade window film.

The Madico FrameGARD™ Anchoring System extracts the maximum performance from window safety film.