BALLISTIC SECURITY PANELS

AMICO Ballistic Security Panels for ballistic protection behind drywalls are being manufactured by a world leading manufacturer of bullet resistant fiberglass. The composite laminate consists of fiberglass reinforced thermoset resin designed to defeat a projectile through a process of energy absorption through controlled delamination and energy dissipation.

The fiberglass reinforcement transfers the energy of the bullet across the width of the panel. In addition, the resin is designed to separate into individual plies through a process of controlled delamination to eventually absorb all the energy and stop the bullet within the laminate.

Once the plies have begun to delaminate, additional shots become progressively easier to defeat because the energy is more readily absorbed by the laminate. In contrast to metal barriers, the fiberglass laminate is designed to prevent ricochet of the projectile as well as spalling on the non-threat side of the bullet resistant panel.

Bullet resistant fiberglass panels are used to protect the employees, buildings, and other critical assets for many types of commercial and industrial organizations including: electric utilities, military and government facilities, law enforcement locations, and more.

Through our custom design for bullet-resistant panels, we’ve developed the highest quality and reliable product for defensive architecture.

UNIQUE BENEFITS of BALLISTIC SECURITY PANELS

Light Weight

Lighter weight than steel.

Easy Install

Easy to install with standard tools.

Effective Delay

Effective delay against forced entry.

Low Wicking

Low wicking – no build-up of mold.

Non-Toxic

Non-toxic materials.

Fire Rating

1-hour fire rating (ASTM E119-00).

Size Options

Available in sizes up to 5’ x 10’.

UL 572

Available in the full range of UL 752.

Quick Lead Times

4’x8’ size level 1-3 stocked for quicker lead times.

APPLICATIONS

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

A wide range of commercial facilities face ballistic threat, most often those dealing with sensitive materials or quantities of cash. AMICO Ballistic Security Panels are highly effective within counter and wall systems to provide personnel protection from ballistic attacks.

Banks and Credit Unions
Convenience Stores
Utilities
Data Centers

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GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

Facilities at all levels of government need to consider protection against ballistic attack. From Federal courthouses to county jails and local school board chambers, AMICO Ballistic Security Panels provide affordable security within walls, lecterns and desks.

Courthouses / Court Rooms
Embassies & Consulates
Public Safety Facilities
Educational Facilities

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HEALTH CARE

Health Care facilities face unique security threats, and commonly turn to the protection of AMICO Ballistic Security Panels. From armed robbery for drugs, to attack on patients, defense against ballistic threat begins with AMICO Security.

Hospitals
Clinics
Pharmacies

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RESIDENTIAL SECURITY

Manufactured to meet the stringent ASTM Forced Entry Protection” standards, AMICO Ballistic Security Panels are an ideal choice for residential Safe Rooms defending against room entry from bullets, as well as sledgehammers, cutting tools and even propane torches!

Texas Tech University’s Wind Engineering Research Center performed tests on AMICO’s Level 3 Ballistic Security Panels. The results of the tests show that these panels can withstand a 15 Lb. 2 x 4 wood board cannon-fired at a force consistent with a “large missile” typical of an EF-5 tornado, for effective storm shelter construction.

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DETAILS

BALLISTIC SECURITY PANELS MANUFACTURING PROCESS

High-quality materials, skilled craftsmanship and the best manufacturing processes are utilized in the fabrication of each and every AMIGUARD® Ballistic Panel. Continuous product testing ensures that our panels meet the highest criteria of ballistic resistive integrity.

AMICO Security’s bullet-resistant panels are manufactured by combining woven-roving fiberglass with resin, precision-assembled and cured in a press with heat and pressure while maintaining quality and consistency. With our unique capabilities including hydraulic presses, water jet cutting, industrial sanders and testing facilities, AMICO Ballistic Security Panels are offered in a variety of standard size sheets ranging from 3’, 4’ & 5’ widths by 8’, 9’ & 10’ lengths of any combination.

We also offer custom cutting to fit your unique design with the ability to cut to any 2-dimensional size, pre-drill holes, bevel cut, etc. Our intensive Quality Assurance Program in conjunction with our ISO 9001:2015 registration will ensure every panel we manufacture meets and/or exceeds our customers’ requirements.

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BALLISTIC SECURITY PANELS INSTALLATION

AMICO Ballistic Security Panels may be attached using self-tapping drywall screws. When attaching a panel to a stud wall on which drywall will be the exterior surface, simply use enough screws to hold the panel to the studs, then come back with a complete screw pattern to the studs when hanging the drywall on top.

If a different applique is to be used over the ballistic panels and a flush surface is required, a countersink hole may be used before adding the screws.

In the field, Ballistic Security Panels can be cut with a diamond-grit blade. TSD 180D, manufactured by Tenryu, a quality 7” circular blade available through AMICO Security. For electrical boxes and other small openings, a diamond grit blade (available through most builder’s supply in the ceramic tile section) on a reciprocating saw should be sufficient.

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UL 752 PROTECTION LEVELS

: 1 Shooting Device

: 2 Level 8 Bullet

: 3 Test Rig

: 4 Card Board Witness

: 5 Front after testing

: 6 Back after testing

: 7 Test Report

UL 752 Level 8 testing shown as example

Testing performed at independent 3rd party facility

UL Rating	Nominal Thickness	Nominal Weight lbs/sq. ft	Ammunition	Grain	(g)	Min fps	Velocity (m/s)	# of Shots
Level 1	1/4”	2.6	9mm Full Metal Copper Jacket with Lead Core	124	8.0	1175	358	3
Level 2	5/16”	3.6	.357 Magnum Jacketed Lead Soft Point	158	10.2	1250	381	3
Level 3	7/16”	4.8	.44 Magnum Lead Semi-Wadcutter Gas Checked	240	15.6	1350	411	3
Level 4	1-3/8”	13.9	.30 Caliber Rifle Lead Core	180	11.7	2450	774	1
Level 5	1-7/16”	14.8	7.62mm Rifle Lead Core Full Metal Copper Jacket Military Ball	150	9.7	2750	838	1
Level 6	3/8”	3.9	9mm Full Metal Copper Jacket with Lead Core	124	8.0	1400	427	5
Level 7	1-1/8”	11.7	5.56mm Rifle Full Metal Copper Jacket with Lead Core	55	3.56	3080	939	5
Level 8	1-7/16”	15.2	7.62mm Rifle Lead Core Full Metal Copper Jacket Military Ball	150	9.7	2750	838	5