Churches & Places of Worship

Security Solutions for Reinforced & Bullet Resistant Glass

Bullet Resistant Polycarbonate Security Glazing for Churches

Security window film and retrofit bullet-resistant polycarbonate security panels offer churches an effective, layered approach to enhancing safety and protecting congregants from threats such as break-ins, active shooters, and glass-related injuries. DefenseLite security products protect from ballistic threats in addition to providing noise reduction, energy efficiency and blast resistance. The increasing cases of gun violence on religious campuses means bullet-resistant glazing is all but necessary in places of worship today. DefenseLite makes it easy and affordable to get you the protection needed to protect windows and doors.

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Increase Church Safety Against Ballistic Threats

The active-shooter mitigation capabilities of BulletShield increases safety and puts church members minds at ease. Retrofit security shields can be installed on both doors and windows. Ballistic panels provide an even higher level of protection. These panels are engineered to stop bullets and are ideal for reinforcing entry points, lobbies, and other vulnerable glass areas within a church. By incorporating ballistic-rated materials behind or in place of standard glass, churches can effectively create secure barriers without compromising the aesthetics or spirit of the building. These systems are particularly effective at deterring or delaying active threats, giving occupants critical time to take cover or for authorities to respond.

Active Shooter Prevention

Reinforced Security Doors & Windows

Today’s challenges include gun violence, theft, and vandalism. Polycarbonate shields offerr protection from ballistic attacks and forced entry attempts. When used together, security film and ballistic panels create a tiered defense strategy. Security film can be applied broadly to all windows to control glass breakage, while ballistic panels can be strategically installed at high-risk access points to stop projectiles. This combined approach helps churches create safer environments for worship, education, and activities—providing peace of mind for leadership and congregants.

View NGA ASTM International standard test methods for forced entry resistance of fenestration systems.

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Ballistic Misconceptions Around Security Window Film

While often marketed as “ballistic window film,” traditional security window film is not ballistically rated unless applied to glass that has already been certified as ballistic-resistant. Designed for use in high-risk environments like churches, schools, and other vulnerable soft targets, these films help mitigate danger by holding shattered glass in place, reducing the risk of life-threatening injuries caused by flying shards. Unlike DefenseLite, which is engineered for advanced forced-entry protection, security window films alone do not stop bullets and should not be mistaken for ballistic glazing solutions.

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