In today’s built environment, the use of safety glazing is becoming a necessity. Modern architecture demands transparency and light for practical and aesthetic reasons- but not at the expense of safety.
In high-rise offices, schools, banks, and government buildings, technical glazing systems need to be able to strike the right balance – enabling architects, interior planning consultants and creatives to design boldly, beautifully and responsibly, without compromising protection or performance.
Huntsman’s KRYSTALFLEX® interlayer laminating films are a range of high-performance TPU solutions used to bond layers of glass into seamless, durable, safety glazing units. Compared with traditional film systems, KRYSTALFLEX® TPU grades can offer enhanced elasticity, optical clarity, and impact absorption, while also meeting stringent safety and security standards.
From a practical perspective, the way KRYSTALFLEX® TPU films work is simple. If a window or glass panel, bonded with a KRYSTALFLEX® TPU interlayer, breaks, the film will help stabilize the unit. Holding glass fragments in place, KRYSTALFLEX® TPU films can support the pane’s integrity – reducing the risk of further structural damage or injury to building occupants.
Safety glazing uses in architectural settings are extensive:
Key benefits of the technology include:
There are further benefits too. Recyclable and halogen-free, KRYSTALFLEX® TPU films can support sustainable design goals, while extending the lifecycle of glass to minimize waste and reduce replacement costs.
If you are looking for an interlayer laminating film for an architectural safety glazing application, please get in touch with our team today.
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