USBP Launches First Integrated Ballistic and Storm-Rated Fenestration

Designed for use in ICC 500-compliant storm shelters, the USAW 650 FEMA window and USAD FEMA door are engineered to withstand the atmospheric pressure of 250 mph winds while simultaneously meeting UL752 Level 5 standards. This ballistic rating ensures the glazing blocks 7.62mm full metal jacket NATO rounds, a rare combination for architectural installations that previously required separate, often bulky, security layers.

Hector Vallejo, Chief Revenue Officer for Specialty Fenestration Group, noted that the system allows architects to secure critical infrastructure—such as K-12 schools, police stations, and government buildings—without compromising modern aesthetic standards. Beyond impact and ballistic performance, the units have cleared independent testing for thermal efficiency and water penetration.

The product line makes its public debut this week at the Global Security Exchange in Atlanta and GlassBuild America in Las Vegas. By integrating these disparate safety requirements, the manufacturer aims to simplify the hardening of public spaces against both climate-driven disasters and active-shooter threats.