Madico always recommends the use of an anchoring restraint system for glass with spontaneous breakage. There are many anchoring restraint systems available. Mechanical anchoring such as FrameGard®, which holds the film in place through a combination of screws and tape and an aluminum extrusion. This is by far the safest attachment system, tested to hold from 500 to 800 pounds per linear foot of attachment.

Because many frames and building situations do not allow for screws to be used, the Wet Glaze attachment system is the most common attachment method used for these applications. Wet glaze attachment systems have been thoroughly tested to blast mitigation standards and wind loads. As such, Wet glaze attachment systems are a very practical choice for NiS failure mitigation.

In a Wet Glaze installation, the safety film is installed in a daylight configuration, after which a sizeable bead of structural silicone is installed with a minimum of a 1/2-inch (13 mm) contact with the film and the frame. Heavier pieces of glass may require a bead which uses 3/4-inch (19 mm) or larger contact on both the film and frame system.

Choosing the best system for your glass is based on the weight of the glass and the type of framing system. Contact your Madico sales representative and Madico Technical Services for aid in calculating the bead size.

Madico maintains eight Service Centers in the USA and Canada where optional film pick-up is available.

Service Centers are located in Pinellas Park (Tampa), FL, Kennesaw (Atlanta), GA, Houston, TX, Grand Prairie (Dallas), TX, Tempe (Phoenix), AZ, Huntington Beach (Los Angeles), CA, Oakville (Toronto), ON, and Richmond (Vancouver), BC.

Film pick-up is subject to availability and orders must be placed by 2pm local time to qualify.

Yes! ShopMadico is available to any dealer in the United States today. Our complete line of films, tools, and marketing materials are all available for purchase. ShopMadico is also the exclusive place to access Clearance Center, Madico's super-discounted overstock items, which are updated weekly.

Film roll downs and slitting services are available through your regional Service Center. For more information, call (888) 887-2022.