What is blast-resistant glass?

Blast-resistant glass is a category of security glass that offers protection in the event of an explosion. This type of glass has two primary functions. First, it should maintain structural integrity if subjected to an explosive shockwave. Second, it serves to protect people and property from flying glass shards – one of the leading causes of injury from bomb blasts and accidental explosions. Blast-resistant glass is sometimes known as "bomb-proof glass" or "blast-proof glass". However, these names are not strictly accurate as no type of glass offers 100% protection from blasts.

What is blast-resistant glass made of?

Blast-resistant glass is similar in construction to laminated safety glass. It consists of several glass (or polycarbonate) layers, fixed together with polymer interlayers. What distinguishes blast-resistant glass is the combination of materials used. It incorporates a mixture of hard and soft layers to ensure that the glass can flex under the force of an explosive blast. Anti-explosion glass typically includes more glass layers and thicker interlayers than standard safety glass. Its overall thickness varies depending on the level of blast resistance required.

Blast Resistant Glass | Anti Explosion Glass

Our blast-resistant glass provides serious peace of mind without compromising on weight or clarity.

When your customer's security is at stake, you need protection without compromise.

TG BOMB BLAST is a unique bomb-resistant glass composite that's designed to safeguard people and property from the dangers of explosive blasts.

And "unique" is the keyword. Unlike many anti-explosion glass products, TG BOMB BLAST meets ISO 16933 standards without adding unnecessary weight or sacrificing optical clarity.

This makes it visually indistinguishable from other types of laminated glass – and ideal for situations where you need to consider structural or aesthetic concerns, as well as security.

Need a high-performance, lightweight security solution? Get in touch with our experts today for a quick, no-obligation quote.

If you need protection, we've got the glass to match.

TG BOMB BLAST is tailored to your needs and made in accordance with ISO 16933 the international standard for blast-resistant glass.

ISO 16933 defines several protection ratings that are dependent on the product's performance in a range of field tests. These tests are designed to mimic real-life blast conditions.

Thanks to our state-of-the-art glass processing facilities, we can manufacture blast-resistant glass to withstand any level and type of threat. You tell us what you need and we'll make it happen. Please note that theses products are part of an approved system.

Not clear on the details? Feel free to get in touch and experts will do their best to steer you in the right direction.

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Customise your glass to suit dozens of decorative and architectural applications.

At ToughGlaze, we aim to be the only glass supplier you ever need to work with.

That's why we never do "off the shelf". All our glass is custom-made so you can give customers exactly what they want – no matter how specialised.

Got a unique application in mind? You can customise our bomb-resistant glass to satisfy a broad range of use cases, ranging from fire resistance to decoration.

Need soundproofing as well as blast resistance? Want to combine rigorous security with modern LCD privacy glass technology? Depending on your specification, almost anything is possible.

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What is blast-resistant glass?

Blast-resistant glass is a category of security glass that offers protection in the event of an explosion.

This type of glass has two primary functions. First, it should maintain structural integrity if subjected to an explosive shockwave. Second, it serves to protect people and property from flying glass shards – one of the leading causes of injury from bomb blasts and accidental explosions.

Blast-resistant glass is sometimes known as "bomb-proof glass" or "blast-proof glass". However, these names are not strictly accurate as no type of glass offers 100% protection from blasts.
What is blast-resistant glass made of?

Blast-resistant glass is similar in construction to laminated safety glass. It consists of several glass (or polycarbonate) layers, fixed together with polymer interlayers.

What distinguishes blast-resistant glass is the combination of materials used. It incorporates a mixture of hard and soft layers to ensure that the glass can flex under the force of an explosive blast.

Anti-explosion glass typically includes more glass layers and thicker interlayers than standard safety glass. Its overall thickness varies depending on the level of blast resistance required.