SAFTI FIRST® Launches New Website, Showcasing Advanced Glass Solutions for Safer Schools

(Oct. 14, 2024) - SAFTI FIRST®, a leading US manufacturer specializing in fire rated glass and framing systems, has unveiled its newly redesigned website, safeglassforschools.com.

The current platform is designed as an all-in-one resource for school administrators, facility managers, parents, and community members, offering critical insights into the role of glass safety in schools. It also highlights the advantages of using high-performance glazing solutions to boost school security and enhance learning environments.

"As a specialty glass manufacturer, our role in the construction process typically ends once the materials have been supplied to the building," said William O'Keeffe, president of SAFTI FIRST®. "The website offers resources empowering the actual end-users who occupy these schools long after construction. They are the most important stakeholders of the project."

School Safety Takes Priority in 2024 and Beyond

Safety is a growing concern in educational institutions, so schools prioritize security measures to protect students, faculty, and staff. The Safe Glass for Schools website addresses critical issues like how glass solutions can help mitigate the risks posed by active shooters, accidental impacts, and fire-related emergencies.

Schools are increasingly focusing on "perimeter hardening," which involves reinforcing access points and other areas of vulnerability to prevent unauthorized entry.

SAFTI FIRST®'s innovative fire rated and security glass solutions are an integral part of these strategies. The company specifically engineers its advanced glass products to withstand forced entry, ballistic threats, and fire, providing schools with additional layers of protection during emergencies.
By integrating these state-of-the-art glass solutions, schools can meet stringent safety standards while ensuring their buildings serve as shelters in the event of a crisis. These products are especially beneficial for entryways, hallways, and large windows, where both visibility and security are essential.

Balancing Safety with a Positive Learning Environment

Although safety is the top concern, schools must also foster environments that support learning, creativity, and social interaction. Glass plays a crucial role in striking this balance.

SAFTI FIRST®'s laminated security glazing offers high levels of protection while allowing natural light to permeate classrooms and common areas, keeping the atmosphere bright and inviting.

For areas requiring privacy, such as offices or counseling rooms, SAFTI FIRST®'s glass products can be customized with reflective films or switchable glass. This allows schools to maintain a feeling of openness while addressing privacy concerns where necessary.

These glass products can also secure vestibules, classrooms, and other communal spaces within school interiors. They improve security and facilitate natural surveillance, enhancing supervision and helping prevent potential issues before they escalate.

Continued Dedication to School Safety

"For over four decades, SAFTI FIRST® has been dedicated to protecting students from unsafe wired glass and the dangers of radiant heat by offering safe, economical, and USA-made fire rated glass products," O'Keeffe said. "Our commitment to school safety continues by providing high-performance, USA-made glass products that protect students from potential outside threats such as active shootings, forced entry, and more."

In addition to addressing external dangers, SAFTI FIRST® has long advocated for removing hazardous materials such as wired glass from schools. For years, wired glass posed a significant risk due to its tendency to break and cause serious injuries. SAFTI FIRST® was a pioneer in promoting safer alternatives that meet modern safety requirements.

Today, SAFTI FIRST® continues to set the industry standard by offering cutting-edge glass products that adhere to the most rigorous safety regulations. Educational institutions across the US depend on SAFTI FIRST® for fire rated and security glazing that enhances safety, boosts visibility, and supports the creation of positive learning environments.

For additional details on how SAFTI FIRST® can help safeguard your school, visit https://safeglassforschools.com/ or call 888.653.3333.

About SAFTI FIRST®

SAFTI FIRST® has served the architectural and building communities for over 40 years as the leading vertically integrated, single source, USA-manufacturer of advanced fire rated glass and framing systems.

As the premier source for fire rated glazing, SAFTI FIRST® was the first to introduce transparent fire rated walls to the U.S. market. Our comprehensive product line, fire rated from 20 minutes to 2 hours, can also protect against attack, blast, bullets, hurricane, impact, noise, and UV rays and is available in many custom architectural make-ups, including enhanced energy performance applications.

SAFTI FIRST® is the only fire rated glass and framing manufacturer with approved components in the NFRC CMAST database. Our products are listed by UL and Intertek and manufactured in the US for fast lead times and competitive pricing. For more information, call 888.653.3333 or visit https://safti.com/.

Company Name: Safe Glass for Schools
Address: 100 N Hill Drive, Suite 12, Brisbane, CA 94005
Email: info@safeglassforschools.com
Phone: 8888.653.333

Press Contact: Diana San Diego, VP of Marketing at SAFTI FIRST®
Email: dianasd@safti.com

Safeglassforschools.com is powered by SAFTI FIRST®, the leading USA-manufacturer of fire-rated and safety-rated glass framing, windows, doors, walls and floors for over 40 years. For over four decades, we have been dedicated to protecting students from unsafe wired glass, the dangers of radiant heat and more recently, potential outside threats such as forced entry, active shootings, and more. This is why SAFTI FIRST® launched this website. It is designed and organized as a resource for school superintendents, facility managers, parents and other concerned citizens on the importance of protecting students and staff using advanced glazing products that can be easily incorporated in schools today. Through this website, you can educate yourself with the articles, blogs, case studies, videos and more to help your school make this important transition.

This release was published on openPR.