beveiligingsglazen

Beveiligingsglazen, also known as safety glass, is a type of glass that is designed to be stronger and safer than ordinary glass. It is manufactured through controlled thermal or chemical treatments to increase its strength compared with normal glass. When broken, it typically breaks into small, relatively harmless fragments rather than sharp shards. This property makes it suitable for applications where safety is a concern.

There are several types of beveiligingsglazen. Laminated glass consists of two or more layers of glass bonded together with a plastic interlayer, typically polyvinyl butyral (PVB). If broken, the glass fragments adhere to the interlayer, preventing them from scattering. Tempered glass, also known as toughened glass, is a heat-treated glass that is four to five times stronger than annealed glass. When it breaks, it shatters into small, granular pieces.

Beveiligingsglazen is commonly used in various applications. In buildings, it is found in windows, doors, skylights, and balustrades, especially in areas where there is a risk of impact or breakage. In the automotive industry, it is standard for windshields (laminated glass) and side and rear windows (tempered glass). It is also used in appliances, furniture, and electronic devices like smartphone screens. The specific type of beveiligingsglazen used depends on the intended application and the required safety standards.