Hammerglass join Secured by Design

Founded in 1993, Hammerglass started with the mission of reducing the costs associated with replacing broken glass. Since then, the company has grown to become a leading manufacturer of glazing solutions, supplying customers across Europe and selected overseas markets. With subsidiaries in Norway, Denmark and Germany, Hammerglass has built a reputation for reliability, innovation and expertise within the security glazing sector.

Hammerglass products are made from a durable and wear-resistant polycarbonate sheet that is 300 times stronger than glass and virtually unbreakable. Screens are coated with a thin silicon oxide film which protects against scratches, wear and tear, while nanotechnological surface treatment makes the glazing resistant to most chemicals. This enables easy removal of graffiti, provides 99.96% UV protection and prevents clouding, discolouration or other changes in visual quality over time. With an estimated service life of more than 40 years, Hammerglass offers long-term value alongside exceptional levels of security.

Among the Hammerglass products accredited by SBD with Police Preferred Specification are:

Glazing

• Hammerglass Glazing System 6mm to P7b
• Hammerglass Glazing System 8mm to P8b
• Hammerglass Glazing System 10mm to P8b
• Hammerglass Bullet Resistant Laminated Glazing BR4 NS
• Hammerglass Bullet Resistant Laminate Glazing BR6 NS
• Security Glazing SafeCoat SC12CL
• Hammerglass Bullet Resistant Plastic Composite (Transparent) RABS

By combining advanced research and development with practical expertise, Hammerglass continues to deliver customised unbreakable glazing solutions that enhance both safety and security. Their addition to the Secured by Design membership highlights the importance of high-performance materials in crime prevention and community safety.

Anders Rick, Sales and Marketing Director at Hammerglass AB, said: “Being a part of Secured by Design is an important quality stamp for Hammerglass. We are part of a network that vouches for high standards while at the same time being able to expand our business and contribute to a safer UK.”

Kenny McHugh, Secured by Design, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Hammerglass to Secured by Design. Their innovative glazing solutions provide outstanding levels of strength and durability, and we look forward to working with them as they continue to develop products that support safer communities.”

You can find out more about Hammerglass and their Secured by Design accredited products on their dedicated member page.

Secured by Design

Secured by Design (SBD) is owned by the UK Police Service with the specific aim of reducing crime and increasing safety for businesses and individuals.

SBD seeks to improve the physical security of buildings and the surrounding area using products such as doors, windows, locks and walling systems along with fencing systems that meet the SBD Police Preferred Specification security requirements.
SBD have many partner organisations, ranging from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government through to local authorities, housing associations, developers and manufacturers and work closely with standards and certification bodies.

SBD is the only way for companies to obtain police recognition for security-related products in the UK, through the Police Preferred Specification - a product-based accreditation scheme developed 25 years ago, which provides a recognised standard for all security products that effectively deter and reduce crime. SBD work with manufacturers and standards authorities to ensure that security standards are current and updated to keep pace with emerging crime trends.

Learn more about Secured by Design and our member companies at: securedbydesign.com