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Bulletproof Glass

Island Glass Company installs UL-752 rated bullet-resistant glass for high-security environments across Whittier and Southern California.

Bulletproof Glass

Island Glass Company installs bullet-resistant (commonly called “bulletproof”) glass for banks, credit unions, dispensaries, government buildings, jewelry stores, check-cashing, and other high-security environments across Whittier and the surrounding Southern California cities. Every installation is specified to a UL-752 rating that matches the threat level and sized to the opening.

What we install

Bullet-resistant glazing is built up from multiple layers of glass, polycarbonate, or hybrid laminates bonded under heat and pressure. The thicker the build, the higher the rating.

  • UL-752 Level 1 — stops three rounds of 9mm handgun fire; typical thickness around 1-1/4 inches
  • UL-752 Level 2 — stops .357 Magnum handgun rounds
  • UL-752 Level 3 — stops .44 Magnum handgun rounds
  • UL-752 Level 4 — stops .30-06 rifle rounds
  • UL-752 Levels 5-8 — rifle-level protection, including 7.62mm and 5.56mm NATO rounds; full transparent armor

We also install hybrid glass-clad polycarbonate systems that combine the scratch resistance and clarity of glass with the spall-shield performance of polycarbonate on the protected side.

Framing and installation

Bullet-resistant glass has to be framed in a system engineered to hold the glass under impact. We install:

  • Steel and aluminum bandit frames — designed for specific UL-752 levels
  • Bullet-resistant doors — full-assembly doors rated to the same level as the surrounding glazing
  • Pass-through hardware — deal trays, lazy susans, and cycling pass-through drawers so goods and payments can move without opening the barrier

Every installation is coordinated with the architect or security consultant specifying the threat level. Wall construction behind and adjacent to the glazing also matters — a Level 3 window in a standard drywall wall still has a vulnerability through the wall itself.

Where this works

Banks, credit unions, dispensaries, check-cashing, pawn shops, jewelry stores, armored-car facilities, government reception, law enforcement buildings, courthouses, and executive protection installations.

Service area

Island Glass Company installs UL-752 rated bullet-resistant glass in Whittier, Pico Rivera, La Habra, Santa Fe Springs, Norwalk, Downey, La Mirada, Hacienda Heights, Rowland Heights, Brea, Fullerton, La Puente, Montebello, Monterey Park, and Cerritos. Every project is quoted individually — call for specifications and pricing.

Bulletproof Glass — FAQs

What bulletproof glass ratings do you install? +

Island Glass Company installs UL-752 rated ballistic glazing from Level 1 (9mm handgun) through Level 8 (7.62mm rifle) for transaction windows, cashier enclosures, and security doors. Most retail and cannabis applications use Level 3 laminated acrylic or polycarbonate composites, while banks and dispensaries often specify Level 4 or higher. We help you match the rating to your threat profile during the design consultation.

Are your commercial storefronts ADA compliant? +

Yes. Our commercial storefront systems are installed to current ADA standards, including 32-inch minimum clear door width, maximum 5-pound opening force on interior doors, compliant threshold heights, and lever-style hardware mounted between 34 and 48 inches above the floor. We coordinate with your general contractor or architect to make sure the entire entrance package passes final inspection.

How long does a commercial storefront installation take? +

Most single-storefront projects take 2 to 4 weeks from measure to install: roughly 10 to 15 business days for aluminum framing and glass fabrication, followed by 1 to 3 days of on-site installation depending on size. Emergency board-ups and same-week temporary glazing are available if your existing storefront was damaged.

Do you install transaction windows for pharmacies and dispensaries? +

Yes. We fabricate and install secure transaction windows with laminated or UL-752 ballistic glazing, stainless deal trays, and speak-through grilles for pharmacies, dispensaries, cash-heavy retail, and municipal counters. Typical installs pair a fixed security pane with a sliding or pass-through unit so your staff can serve customers without compromising protection.

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