Cyclone Resistant Glass

StormShield - Cyclone Resistant Glass Solutions

StormShield - Cyclonic Rated Glass

The thinnest, lightest & strongest cyclone rated glass in most common framing systems.

Specifically developed to resist excessive wind speeds and penetration from flying debris, StormShield® cyclone glass is a certified debris impact resistant glazing solution available in multiple thicknesses for different openings throughout Cyclone Regions C and D in Australia and the Pacific.

Glasshape has recently improved its StormShield product range and we are now offering combined product solutions for both Region C & D, StormShield Ultra & StormShield Extreme. These two new product variants provide multifaceted enhancements to combat the conditions experienced in both regions, StormShield Ultra for impact resistance up to 39m/s & StormShield Extreme for impacts up to 44m/s. StormShield products are the only available annealed laminated product solution for Cyclone Resistance that can be cut and processed from stock sheets and available from our local stockists.

StormShield uses a specially formulated ultrahigh grade laminate in the manufacturing process, engineered for the glass to expand and contract up to five times its normal rate before breaking, providing maximum protection from wind born debris. The proprietary process allows us to manufacture glass that has better performance ratings from lighter, thinner compositions versus our competitors.

In the event the cyclone glass is damaged by flying storm debris, StormShield remains weather-tight without tearing or breaching, and the glass,  though shattered, will remain adhered to the laminate eliminating the hazard of glass shards flying through the room.

While most cyclone-rated glazing is available in only a single standard thickness, StormShield comes in multiple thicknesses each for region C and region D, meaning larger window spans can be designed to take advantage of light and open space than what would have otherwise been possible.

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StormShield® - Features & Benefits

  • Protection:

    ‘Always on’ – no taking temporary covers on and off

  • Wind Pressure:

    Withstands extreme pressure >12kPa, wind gusts >500 km/h

  • Light & Aesthetics:

    Larger windows can be designed providing unobstructed visibility

  • Tints and Glass Types:

    Large range of glass types available off the shelf or bespoke to your specifications.

  • 2D Bending:

    2D curves (single radius and single axis)

  • Recovery Times:

    Expedited recovery post cyclonic events

  • Standard Sheet Dimensions:

    Standard dimensions up to 2440mm x 3900mm

  • Compatibility:

    Compatible with Digital Ceramic Ink Printing - VisionInk.

  • Certification:

    AS/NZS 1170.2:2011 and AS/NZS 1288

  • Window Frames Tested:

    Certified in wide range of commonly available cyclone rated framing systems including Alspec, Capral, Alutech, AWS and Wintec

NB: Debris Impact Resistant certified framing system required

StormShield® - Enhanced Features

Fire Resistant

BAL 40 (Bushfire Attack Level 40)

Glasshape in partnership with Australia’s preeminent Aluminium Window & Door distributors, Alspec, AWS & Capral successfully tested our products to BAL 40 compliance in a range of commercial and domestic window suites. A chart listing these window suites can be found in our Certified Window Frame Systems brochure.

StormShield® products were tested in accordance with AS 1530.8.1:2018 by Warringtonfire and deemed to comply to BAL 40 when glazed in tested window systems. Glasshape is now the only provider of a product that complies with both the Cyclonic Impact requirements & Bushfire Rating (BAL 40) requirements in an annealed cuttable glass product.

StormShield BAL40 Testing
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Flood Resistant

Flood Resistance

Taking cyclone resistant glass to a completely new level, E-zone Glass® has been tested for performance in flood conditions. E-zone Glass® has been hydrostatically tested and certified for resistance against rising flood waters which are prevalent in cyclonic weather. Wind is only one factor that causes extensive damage to buildings and property throughout fierce storms. Rising flood waters up against windows (especially in a shop front) can cause extensive water damage if the window fails. E-zone Glass® is designed to handle water pressures well beyond what is normal for its thickness due to the ultra-robust laminate interlayer between the glass sheets.

Noise Resistant

Enhanced Sound Attenuation

Recent testing undertaken by CSIRO and evaluation by a consulting acoustic engineer has ratified the sound attenuation benefits of our cyclonic range of products at a better sound reduction level than previously stated.

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StormShield® - Testing & Certification

Specifically developed to resist excessive wind speeds and penetration from flying debris, StormShield® is a certified debris impact resistant glass ideal for protecting your family, staff and property during cyclones.

The secret is the specially formulated ultra-high grade laminate used in the manufacturing process, which absorbs the impact of the debris without tearing or breaching the window envelope. This means even in the event the glass is damaged by flying storm debris, StormShield® remains weather-tight to protect the structural integrity of the building and ensure the safety of the occupants.

Major insurance companies and Local Shire Councils have approved StormShield® for use in North Western Australia, Queensland, Fiji and other Pacific regions.

Certified to AS/NZS1170.2:2011 (Cyclone Impact Resistance), AS4040.2:1992, AS4040.3:1992 (Static & Cyclic Wind loading) and AS/NZS2208:1996 (Safety glazing materials in buildings), StormShield® ticks all the boxes for compliance and certification.

StormShield® - Technical Performance Data

The 3 “tabbed” tables below provide a guide to which thickness may best suit your requirements, or you can contact our product specialist Distributors who will help you select the correct product for your application. You can find our Distributors Contact Details at the bottom of this page.

StormShield® 30m/s Impact Resistance
StormShield - Cyclonic Rated Glass
StormShield Data Sheet
StormShield® Ultra 39m/s Impact Resistance
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StormShield Ultra Data Sheet
StormShield® Extreme 44m/s Impact Resistance
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StormShield Extreme Data Sheet

Australian Wind Speed Regions

Building wind loadings and debris impact loadings are determined by the regional wind speeds specified in the AS/NZS1170.2:2021 standard. The standard has four wind regions in Australia of which regions C and D are classified as cyclonic regions where protection from wind born debris is required.

The building must be engineered to also withstand full negative internal pressure regardless of the glazing system used.

Regions are Marked with letters:
A (0 to 5) – Normal
B (1 to 2) – Intermediate
C – Cyclonic
D – Severe Cyclonic

Australian Wind Region Map 2025 Web

Wind Regions of Australia based on Figure 3.1 of AS/NZS 1170.2:2021

StormShield® - Authorized Distributors

The following Companies are Authorized Distributors of StormShield® in Australia and the Pacific Islands

GLASSco

NW Western Australia Distributor

25 Bradford Street
Geraldton
WA 6530
Australia

Ph: +61 8 9920 9500

Web: www.glasscowa.com.au

Aluglass Australia Pty Ltd

Northern Territory Australia Distributer

15 Campion Road
East Arm
NT 0828
Australia

Ph: +61 8 8944 5700

Web: www.aluglass-aus.com.au

Island Glass & Mirror Ltd

Pacific Islands Distributor

18 Tofua Street
Walu Bay
Suva
Fiji

Ph: +67 9 330 2033

Web: www.islandglass.com.fj

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