Retrofit Security Glazing
Impact Security is a turn-key partner for you and your Team
DefenseLite is the security glazing retrofit engineered to perform over the long-term
Impact Security, Inc.’s DefenseLite is an engineered ‘clear shield’ that mounts over existing storefront glazing to protect retailers from forced entry and “smash and grab” crime.
Custom made for each store location based on existing conditions and climate zones, DefenseLite is the flexible and vented security ‘overglaze’ solution that works to defeat the most brutal physical attacks and riotous behavior.
Custom made for each store location based on existing conditions and climate zones, DefenseLite is the flexible and vented security ‘overglaze’ solution that works to defeat the most brutal physical attacks and riotous behavior.
What Makes up a DefenseLite System
Manufactured in the US, DefenseLite utilizes American made components. DefenseLite is ‘additive’ to your existing storefront and does not replace or remove existing glass, frames, gaskets, or hardware.
- UV coated architectural grade polycarbonate security screws
- Double sided VHB tapes
- Dow 995 structural anchoring adhesive
- A patented engineered ventilation system designed to mitigate any condensation or moisture issues
How DefenseLite Works
DefenseLite is engineered to keep the bad guys out by stopping them from gaining access through storefront windows and door glass. Utilizing high optic, UV coated polycarbonate shields, upon impact the DefenseLite system flexes, repelling forced entry attempts without breaking or shattering.
Aluminum extrusions are mounted to the storefront’s existing glazing frames creating a standoff protecting your primary glass from breakage when under attack. The patent pending engineered venting designed into the DefenseLite system dynamically moves air throughout the system guaranteeing moisture control for the long-term.
Aluminum extrusions are mounted to the storefront’s existing glazing frames creating a standoff protecting your primary glass from breakage when under attack. The patent pending engineered venting designed into the DefenseLite system dynamically moves air throughout the system guaranteeing moisture control for the long-term.
How DefenseLite is Installed
DefenseLite is custom fabricated for each window and door opening and mounts onto existing window and door frames.
Impact Security manages the entire process, including installation, for its clients across the United States. Customers rely on one point of contact at Impact Security who is responsible for assessing, estimating, ordering and project management.
Our ‘in-house’ installation teams are company employees with extensive experience installing DefenseLite systems.
We do not allow DefenseLite systems to be installed by untrained, non-certified general contractors or glazing companies.
Impact Security manages the entire process, including installation, for its clients across the United States. Customers rely on one point of contact at Impact Security who is responsible for assessing, estimating, ordering and project management.
Our ‘in-house’ installation teams are company employees with extensive experience installing DefenseLite systems.
We do not allow DefenseLite systems to be installed by untrained, non-certified general contractors or glazing companies.
Why DefenseLite is Better
DefenseLite is an engineered system designed for robust “flexible” forced entry protection and system integrity over the long term. Each installation has uniquely “tuned” ventilation built into the DefenseLite extrusion based on local climate conditions avoiding condensation and moisture build up.
Unlike laminated glass, DefenseLite does not break under attack. Nearly invisible once installed, retailers love the maintenance free and clean appearance of DefenseLite as opposed to unsightly grills and gates.
Security window film will fail after 30-45 seconds of attack and does not stop riotous behavior. DefenseLite stops the bad guys cold, while looking great for the long haul.
Unlike laminated glass, DefenseLite does not break under attack. Nearly invisible once installed, retailers love the maintenance free and clean appearance of DefenseLite as opposed to unsightly grills and gates.
Security window film will fail after 30-45 seconds of attack and does not stop riotous behavior. DefenseLite stops the bad guys cold, while looking great for the long haul.
Warranty, Insurance, Service of DefenseLite
- Impact Security provides a full 2 year, no hassle/ no fault warranty for all parts and labor
- A minimum seven (7) year warranty on the UV coated shield guarantees optical clarity, distortion free viewing and ‘non-yellowing’ of the polycarbonate
- An extended 15-year shield warranty is also available
- DefenseLite has a performance guarantee that protects you from system “failure”
How we Work with You
Impact Security is a turn-key partner for you and your Team. We assess, fabricate, ship, install and service for you anywhere in the US. Our single point of contact approach ensures you get exactly what is expected.
At Impact Security, customers have one person to call on for help when needed. Our Team is dedicated to delivering at the highest levels and the quality controls we have in place ensuring consistency in manufacturing through installation cannot be matched by competitors.
Impact Security is a full-service American manufacturing company based in Marietta, GA. with fabrication centers in Atlanta and Glendale, Arizona.
Founded by glass and glazing industry experts with the intention of innovating advanced security glazing systems for customers experiencing new threats to existing buildings.
At Impact Security, customers have one person to call on for help when needed. Our Team is dedicated to delivering at the highest levels and the quality controls we have in place ensuring consistency in manufacturing through installation cannot be matched by competitors.
Impact Security is a full-service American manufacturing company based in Marietta, GA. with fabrication centers in Atlanta and Glendale, Arizona.
Founded by glass and glazing industry experts with the intention of innovating advanced security glazing systems for customers experiencing new threats to existing buildings.
Customer Testimonials
“As a security and protective design and engineering consultant for 45 years, and after having participated in reviewing, analyzing, testing and subsequently specifying many different force protection products for clients with extreme security concerns, I would strongly advise those in similar positions to consider the products sold under the “DefenseLite” brand name, and fabricated, furnished and installed by Impact Security. We have submitted their products to personal attacks by our security specialists and been engaged in having their products tested under live firing range conditions by elite law enforcement agencies for ballistic resistance and forced entry and can attest to their efficacy and value.”.
Robert Ducibella Founding & Senior Principal
RAPCS LLC & Emeritus DVS
"While there are numerous aspects to any comprehensive security program, if you are able to make the windows of a facility difficult or impossible to breach, you can significantly enhance the overall security of the site. Many institutions take actions to secure their facilities without considering the “why” behind those actions. The best security plans are rooted in security principles that allow you to gain time during an emergency situation, and keep a threatening person at a distance. This is exactly why we utilized DefenseLite and BulletShield for our more vulnerable clientele, worldwide. Having worked on numerous and complicated security projects all over the world we have also experienced the value of having a high quality partner to properly install these items. Jeff Franson and his team have always done a stellar job, going above and beyond, and have ensured that the windows at our sites have the highest level of security features."
Ariel Siegelman President
DRACO Group
"I just wanted to take a minute to let you know that we recently had an attempted break in, the key word here is (attempted). Around 5:30 AM 3 individuals pulled up to the store, got out of a car, wearing masks and carrying bats and bricks. One started throwing a landscaping brick (~10 pounds) at the glass door protected by DefenseLite and the rock just bounced off, the other two went to work on one of the windows with the bats. The bats had little effect on the DefenseLite. After about 5 minutes of repeatedly throwing the brick at the door the glass behind the DefenseLite broke, but the DefenseLite stayed intact. The three spent a total of 8 and a half minutes beating on the Defense with rock and bats and still did not get in. I am 100% confident had I not chosen to put the DefenseLite they would have gotten it and gotten away with countless guns and I would have been dealing with the ATF and State Police for weeks if not longer and there would be a lot of illegal guns on the street. DefenseLite is hands down the best means of keeping bad people out of your store."
Mark Glavin President
Fox Valley Shooting Range
"Recently we had a torch attack on the side door at our Patagonia Portland Store (there have been two now). And last week we had a cinderblock attack on the same set of doors. There are no broken door glass, the doors were not damaged, and no intrusions into our store. Without DefenseLite, the damage to the door glass and doors would have been in the 10K range minimum. Then you have the amount of product that could have been taken out of our store. And then (a harder matrix to measure) store moral and store appearances would have most likely have suffered. Bottom line, DefenseLite works again! "