Security windows
Nordic Armour contributes special expertise to help you make the right choices in terms of quality, appearance and protection class.
We are the Norwegian representative for the Dutch company aalbers|wico, which develops, designs and manufactures security windows in materials to suit modern and historic buildings. Over several years, we have delivered significant numbers of security windows for public buildings with high security requirements in the Norwegian market.
PARTNERSHIPS AND DELIVERIES
We work closely with building owners and architects to find the best possible solution to meet end users’ requirements and expectations.
• All windows are customised for the defined level of security.
• Windows are designed in accordance with the building aesthetics, for modern and historic buildings alike. Internal protective windows may be relevant where original windows are to be retained, for example lead glass windows in churches and other buildings worthy of preservation.
• Delivery direct from manufacturer
Security windows that protect against various undesired events:
• Burglar resistance
• Bullet resistance (ballistic protection)
• Explosion resistance (terrorist attacks or industrial accidents)
• Fire resistance
WE SUPPLY SECURITY WINDOWS TO SEVERAL SECTORS:
Public buildings: government and parliament buildings, public offices, prisons and probation centres
Historic buildings: museums and buildings worthy of preservation
Banks and financial institutions
Industry and transport: e.g. for the petrochemical industry or other industries handling dangerous and explosive chemicals
TESTING AND VERIFICATION
All security windows are tested in accordance with international standards and are supplied with the relevant documentation. As well as tests carried out at the manufacturer’s own test centre, standardised tests are conducted at recognised test laboratories in Europe.
Examples of standards used:
Burglar resistance: EN 5096 | EN 1627-1630 | EN 356 | EN 12600
Bullet resistance: EN 1522 1523 | EN 1063 | Stanag 4569
Explosion resistance: EN 13123 | EN 13124 | EN 13541 | GSA (US) | ISO 16933 | ISO 16943
Fire resistance: EN 13501 | EN 1634 | EN 1364