Impact Window Forced Entry & Resistance Test Video
See how hurricane-rated impact windows perform under real-world forced entry conditions, tested by certified professionals.
Certified Impact Window Test
Impact Window Forced Entry Test
This video documents a real forced entry resistance test performed on a hurricane-rated impact window by BNT Impact Windows & Doors in South Florida.
The test demonstrates how impact glass responds when struck and stressed using real tools and force, showing the difference between glass breakage and true penetration, and why certified impact windows are trusted for hurricane protection and burglary resistance.
Project Highlights
• Certified impact window forced entry resistance test
• Hurricane rated impact glass tested under real conditions
• Glass breakage without penetration or breach
• Engineered for Florida wind borne debris regions
• Test conducted by licensed and trained professionals
BNT Impact Windows & Doors installs and tests hurricane rated impact windows engineered to protect against both extreme weather and forced entry.
This test video demonstrates how certified impact glass absorbs impact, remains in place, and prevents intrusion, even when the glass shatters. It shows why proper certification, materials, and professional installation are critical when protecting homes and families in Florida.
Impact Window Forced Entry & Resistance Test FAQs
Short answers to common questions about impact window forced entry testing, hurricane-rated glass performance, and real-world security protection.
What is a forced entry impact window test?
A forced entry test evaluates how an impact window performs when struck with tools or heavy force.
While the glass may shatter, the test confirms that nothing penetrates through, allowing the window system to maintain a protective barrier.
Did the glass break during this test?
Yes. The glass shattered as designed, but the impact layer held.
This behavior is expected with certified hurricane rated impact glass and demonstrates how the system absorbs force without allowing entry.
Does broken glass mean the window failed?
No. Broken glass does not mean the window failed.
Impact windows are engineered to break safely while remaining bonded, and shattered glass with no breach means the window performed correctly.
Are these windows hurricane-rated?
Yes. The window tested is a hurricane rated impact product.
It is designed for Florida wind borne debris regions and meets applicable impact and performance testing standards.
Do impact windows help with burglary resistance?
Impact windows provide strong resistance against forced entry.
While no window is completely burglar proof, impact rated glass can significantly delay or prevent access, increasing overall property security.
Can homeowners or property managers request these windows?
Yes. Homeowners and property managers can request certified impact window systems.
BNT Impact Windows & Doors installs hurricane rated impact windows for residential and commercial properties throughout South Florida.