Defendoor™: New Standard for All-Glass Ballistic Doors

Ballistic Glass & Armor Solutions (BGAS), the leading manufacturer of ballistic and forced entry glazing solutions, today announced that its Defendoor™ all-glass ballistic and forced entry door surpassed one million cycles of continuous testing. The milestone marks a new industry record for continuous operation, further differentiating the revolutionary product launched by BGAS in 2023. Defendoor is the first and only all-glass Class A door to provide UL 752 Level 3 ballistic protection and ASTM 3561 Level 8 forced entry protection, now also with proven operational performance.

“In over 30 years in the glass industry I’ve seen many new products and technologies, but I’ve never been as impressed as I am by Defendoor,” said Ron Parker, BGAS CEO. “While new solutions often come with tradeoffs, like being difficult to install, requiring significant maintenance, or having a shorter lifespan, Defendoor provides unparalleled protection in a beautiful aesthetic that’s actually simpler to install and adjust than other products, easier to operate, requires less maintenance, and is proven to withstand the rigors of extended use.”

A proprietary pivot design enables Defendoor’s effortless installation and operation, solving the most common complaints of security doors. The new testing milestone, showing flawless performance for over one million cycles, proves the longevity of the innovative hardware.

“I’ve been installing doors for over 30 years, and I’ve never seen a product this easy to install, adjust, or operate” said John Morgan, Owner of Opening Solutions, LLC. “Defendoor is a game changer. I’ve spoken to office staff after a Defendoor retrofit and they did not even know we replaced their standard glass door with a heavy ballistic product.”

Launched in 2023 and already installed in corporate offices, government buildings, and data centers across the United States, Defendoor meets the most demanding aesthetic requirements while providing proven protection from ballistic and forced entry attacks. The door has been tested to:

• UL 752 Ballistic Level 3 Penetration Standard (Low Spall)
• ASTM 3561 Level 8 Standard Specification for Forced Entry Active Shooter Attack
• ASTM C 1172 Standard Specification for Laminated Architectural Flat Glass
• ASTM B 209/B 209M Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Sheet and Plate

BGAS stands behind this performance with ForeverSafe™, a program exclusive to BGAS in which the company will provide a free replacement if the product is ever damaged in a forced entry or shooting crime. This is in addition to an industry-leading five-year warranty on Defendoor that covers both glazing and hardware.

Defendoor is compatible with all standard options and leading access controls, and can be used for exterior and interior applications. Made of low-spall glass, Defendoor can be cleaned on both sides without the risk of abrasion and chemical damage, avoiding a common issue for no-spall products.

Like all BGAS products, Defendoor™ is manufactured in the company’s Texas factory with best-in-class lead times. Architects and industry professionals who are interested in Defendoor™ can learn more on ballisticglassandarmor.com.