Missile Impact and Safety Glazing

Missile Impact and Safety Glazing Testing

Missile Impact and Safety Glazing tests determine the performance of fenestration systems installed into buildings that are subjected to impact and cyclic static pressure differentials, which may represent windborne debris and pressures in a windstorm environment.

The performance determined by this test relates to the ability of elements of the building envelope to remain un-breached during a windstorm and is often required by building codes for structures built within High-Velocity Hurricane Zones.

To perform large and small missile testing, an air cannon with an air pressure valve and control panel is used to fire variously sized timbers at specified velocities and impact locations. The cyclic loading apparatus is equipped to test products at pressures up to and above 300 psf. Our massive test wall, with a size of 50’ by 24’ high, can comfortably accommodate even the largest of products to be tested with ease.

Typical Impact and Safety Glazing Products Tested

• Windows
• Entrance Doors
• Shutters
• Curtain Wall Systems
• Garage Doors
• Sliding Glass Doors

• Store Front Systems
• Window Wall Systems
• Skylights
• Roof Panels/Systems
• Wall Panels/Systems
• Fabric Screens