Armorcoat Helps Residents and Businesses Weather Tough Storms; Safety Window Film Reduces Risk of Injury and Damage

Armorcoat safety window film, from Bekaert Specialty Films (BSF), is a specialized film coating that helps windows and glass doors withstand even hurricane-force winds. By holding broken glass in place upon impact, Armorcoat mitigates some of the of the worst damage and injury that can be caused by such storms.

Clearwater, FL -- September 12, 2003 -- Every year, home and business owners around the world spend millions of dollars in an attempt to fortify their property from the devastation of a hurricane or tropical storm. Many are not aware, however, that there is a simple, cost effective solution that provides an excellent measure of protection against the most dangerous effects of violent weather. Armorcoat safety window film, from Bekaert Specialty Films (BSF), is a specialized film coating that helps windows and glass doors withstand even hurricane-force winds. By holding broken glass in place upon impact, Armorcoat mitigates some of the of the worst damage and injury that can be caused by such storms.

Armorcoat is an optically clear, resilient barrier film that bonds to glass, adding reinforcement and helping to prevent broken glass from becoming airborne. Since most hurricane damage results from wind-borne objects breaking glass and exposing a structures interior to the elements, Armorcoat provides an excellent means of keeping property and people protected during harsh weather. Professionally installed Armorcoat safety window film has been proven to improve the breakage resistance of windows and doors from both impact and the elements -- keeping damaging debris, rain and wind out.

There is no possible way we could have survived Hurricane Andrew, without the Armorcoat safety film," stated hurricane survivor R. Gimenez. Our family was hiding in the bathroom and when we came out, not one single window was shattered. All the other houses on the block had damage to every one of their windows,"

As an added benefit, safety window film provides can be installed at a very affordable price, highly competitive with other means of weather protection. Moreover, many installations can qualify for an insurance rebate, depending on the location of the home or building.

About Armorcoat
Manufactured by the world leader in safety film, Bekaert Specialty Films, Armorcoat has been field tested for over 20 years, meeting impact requirements for some of the most stringent tests in the industry, such as Miami-Dade Protocol and Southern Building Code Congress International. Armorcoat is made from only the highest quality materials, including high-tensile polyester and ultra-strong mounting adhesives - available in thicknesses ranging from 4 to 14 Mil, with thicker films offering greater protection.

The ability of safety window film to hold broken glass in place can be greatly increased with the addition of an anchoring system that secures the film to the frame of the window during installation, using either metal battens or a caulking sealant. The additional anchoring system is highly recommended for coastal and commercial locations.

For more information on Armorcoat, to view impact-testing clips, or to find a dealer, visit www.ArmorcoatFilms.com or call Bekaert Specialty Films at 800-282-9031.

About Bekaert Specialty Films (BSF)
BSF is a global leader in the development, manufacture and distribution of solar and safety window films. The company is a subsidiary of the Bekaert Group, an innovation and technology driven company that develops, produces and distributes a wide range of metal transformation and coating products, with more than 17,000 employees worldwide and over $2 billion in annual sales. BSF has 16 company-owned distribution centers, as well as several thousand independent installers based in over 60 countries. It is the premier provider of industry-leading window film brands such as Solar Gard®, Panorama® and Armorcoat®.

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