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Ultraviolet radiation is invisible to the human eye, but its effects on buildings and interiors are long-lasting. Materials age, colors fade, and high-quality surfaces lose their luster over time. Modern UV-protective glazing counteracts these effects…

Older villas and prestigious existing buildings captivate with their unique charm. At the same time, they pose an increased risk: their numerous entry points make them particularly attractive to burglars. City villas, country homes, or historic properties with multiple entrances offer numerous points of entry…

Large window walls, floor-to-ceiling doors, and expansive sliding panels and doors define the look of modern villas today. Yet it is precisely this architectural freedom that poses particular challenges for burglary protection. An in-house study conducted by Silatec, …

Historic villas and older stately buildings possess an incomparable charm—but they also pose a greater risk, especially when they have multiple entrances: The sheer number of entry points makes them particularly attractive to burglars. How buildings can be retrofitted, and what role security glass plays in this process…

Historic villas and stately existing buildings possess an incomparable charm—but they also come with an increased risk: Their numerous entry points make them particularly attractive to burglars. This is especially true during the dark months between November and February, when, according to crime statistics, burglary rates are at their highest…

Many new villas emphasize transparency, large glass surfaces, and open-concept layouts—but what about security? High-quality security glass makes it possible to combine this type of architecture with maximum security in a visually elegant way, and this often includes another…

The architecture of modern villas is all about light, openness, and transparency. Large window walls, floor-to-ceiling doors, and expansive sliding elements offer an unobstructed view of nature and contribute to a luxurious living atmosphere. Yet it is precisely these open spaces that present architects and homeowners with …

Violent break-in attempts using heavy equipment at Bulgari in Rome and the Green Vault in Dresden made it clear: Only field-tested mechanical protection can hold up. Silatec security glass “Made in Germany” proved its durability against a VW Touareg ram and axe blows during Pink Panthers attacks as well as in the historic art theft.

A powerful blow with a steel hammer. And another one. To demonstrate, two employees from Silatec are striking a pane of glass. The company claims to manufacture glass that isn’t easily broken, even when subjected to great force. And indeed: The glass does shatter, but the two don’t manage to make a hole…