Stop the Smash and Grab: Window Film Solutions

Smash-and-grab thefts are a serious threat that can leave retailers with significant losses, damaged merchandise, and dangerous safety hazards. These crimes often target high-value items displayed near windows, leaving shattered glass and a trail of destruction in their wake.

While traditional security measures like alarms and surveillance systems play an important role in store safety, they are more reactive safety measures that may not dissuade determined criminals. Security window film is a proactive solution to add to a comprehensive safety plan that can significantly enhance a store’s security.

How Security Window Film Deters Smash and Grabs

Security window film is a high-performance film applied directly to existing glass surfaces like windows, doors, curtain walls, and displays. Unlike traditional glass, which shatters easily, security film can hold shattered glass upright in place when installed with proper security attachment.

Here’s how it works:

• When an object strikes the glass, a properly installed film prevents the glass from shattering into sharp, dangerous fragments. If a smash-and-grab attempt (or other threat) happens, the security film minimizes the extent of the breakage.
• By increasing the time and effort required to break through the glass, security film provides valuable time for employees to react or for authorities to respond, often preventing theft or additional damage.

Benefits of Security Window Film for Retail Businesses

If you’ve ever wondered, “Is security film worth the investment?”—here are some of the valuable benefits of “smash and grab” window film.

Enhanced Security

Security window film helps deter smash-and-grab thefts and provides a significant obstacle to intruders. Depending on your type of business, you could potentially save tens of thousands of dollars in lost merchandise and equipment.

Reduced Property Damage

Window film minimizes damage to windows, doors, merchandise, fixtures, and interior decor caused by broken glass or intruder activity.

Improved Employee Safety

In addition to smash-and-grabs, window film can protect employees from the dangers of flying glass shards in the event of accidents, vandalism, and extreme weather like high winds and hail.

Increased Staff and Customer Confidence

Break-ins and the resulting broken glass can cause significant harm to a business’s reputation in the local community. By preventing successful smash and grabs, security film creates an environment where staff and customers can feel safe and secure. 

Reduced Repair Costs

When properly installed, window film minimizes the cost of glass repairs and replacements, which can save long-term costs. 

Potential Insurance Savings

Many insurance providers offer a discount on premiums for businesses that take protective security measures like surveillance cameras, alarms, and window film. (Check with your insurance agent or provider.) 

Types of Security Window Film for Retail Applications

Whether you’re protecting against break-ins or smash-and-grabs, retailers have several options of security window film. 

• Clear security film is a virtually invisible film that provides a high level of protection without affecting the aesthetics of your storefront. It’s ideal for businesses that prioritize a clean look and a clear view from the outside.
• Extra-strength security film is designed for high-risk areas, offering enhanced resistance against forceful impacts, and is preferred for locations needing maximum protection.
• Solar security film combines security features with solar heat rejection properties to reduce glare and heat gain while also deterring intruders.
• Anti-graffiti film protects your windows from vandalism and graffiti, maintaining the aesthetic appeal of your storefront and protecting your brand reputation.

Boost Your Building Security With U.S. Film Crew

Since 1993, U.S. Film Crew has been installing high-quality security window film for all kinds of commercial applications. We offer a wide range of security film options, including top brands like 3M and Llumar, to meet a variety of needs and budgets. We can guide you through the selection process, and then our certified installers ensure proper installation for optimal performance.

When you invest in smash-and-grab window film, you’re investing in the safety and security of your property, your employees, and your bottom line.

Contact U.S. Film Crew today to get a quote and learn more.