Bulletproof windows are usually found in private cars, military vehicles, jewelry stores, and embassies. Bullet resistant doors and windows protect against bullets from small handguns, larger caliber handguns, and even assault rifles. This video illustrates why the bulletproof windows in a car rarely open.
Can Bulletproof Windows Open?
Bulletproof windows can open, but it is not advised, for the following reasons:
1. Security
Security is compromised if the glass is allowed to open, as a well-aimed bullet can pass through the open space.
2. Use of specially engineered components
Bulletproof glass is a lot heavier compared to standard glass. Therefore, specialized, heavy-duty components are required to operate the windows.
Types of Windows
Different types of bulletproof windows can be operable, such as:
- Awning windows – hinges are at the top and it swings outward from the bottom
- Casement windows – the window has side hinges
- Modified single hung – the sash slides up and down
- Full single hung
Clients are advised to have fewer operable bullet resistant doors and windows as safety is compromised, and the costs of such windows are higher. Consult reliable security service providers that will offer appropriate solutions to your security concerns.
