The Need For Security and Detention Windows

In today’s demanding environments, security and detention windows are essential for ensuring the safety and protection of sensitive areas. Whether for high-security facilities, detention centers, or other critical applications, security windows and security glass blocks are designed to withstand significant impacts and resist unauthorized access. GBA Architectural Products + Services specializes in advanced glass solutions, including those offering superior security.

Our glass block security and detention windows and security glass blocks provide robust protection while maintaining visibility and aesthetic appeal. Ideal for correctional facilities, secure government buildings, and other high-risk environments, these windows and glass blocks are engineered to meet stringent security standards. Security glass products from GBA are built to endure impact and resist breaches, offering an essential layer of defense for any facility where safety is paramount.

With GBA’s expertise, you can ensure that your security and detention windows deliver reliable protection and stylish design, meeting the highest standards of safety and functionality.

Design Features+Options

Glass Block Dimensional Options: 4” x 8” | 6” x 8” | 8” x 8” VISTABRIK^®
Glass Block Transparency Options: clear, stippled or sandblasted
Frame Options: steel or stainless
Finish Options: powder coated colors available or bead blast for stainless
Design Criteria: Meets or exceeds ASTM E283, E330, E547, A1011, C920, ANSI Z-97.1 CFR Part 1201, ASTM F-1233-08 and SD-STD 01.01
Ability to meet UL 752 Ballistic Resistance, Levels 1 through 6

Seves LightWise^®Architectural Systems Threat Resistant Windows

Our robust prefabricated windows offer a steel framework and solid glazing options to create an impenetrable window. These detention windows are extremely versatile to attach to any substrate in new or existing construction. Adaptable to fit any size opening. It is ideal for facilities where natural lighting, safety, and security is critical. Perfect for remote facilities where forced entry must be prevented but light transmittance is desired.

The GBA Advantage

GBA is also an installer of glass block applications ranging from glass block pavers to glass block systems engineered for security and detention centers, hurricane resistance, fire resistance, blast resistance, and even tornado resistance. We have been installing glass block and walkable glass floor systems for over 35 years all across America. In addition, we have supplied glass block and glass block floor panels across the world to create dramatic design elements at Coach stores worldwide.

To discuss the possibility and advantages of incorporating safe glass block windows into your new construction or a remodel, contact one of the three numbers listed below or contact us to fill out our contact form.