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Thought Leadership - High-Performance Glazing

Rethinking Glass in School Safety Planning
Glass is standard in U.S. schools. It brings daylight into classrooms, supports visibility, and helps spaces feel open. In many K–12 and higher education facilities across the United States, however, it can also become the fastest path inside during an unauthorized entry. A 2024 survey of school safety professionals by Campus Safety Magazine found that …
Bent & Curved Glass: Expanding Design Possibilities Through Specialty Expertise
As architectural design continues to push boundaries, the demand for bent and curved glass is rising rapidly. Once reserved for landmark exteriors, curved glazing is now finding its way into interior environments as well—shaping lobbies, offices, retail fronts, and feature spaces where form and flow matter as much as function. Designers are turning to curved …
Defending Against Rising Commercial Theft: Why Security Glazing Matters
Recent reporting by Security Today highlights a troubling trend: commercial-property theft and break-ins remain a serious and growing concern for businesses of all kinds. The article notes that burglaries, forced entries, and smash-and-grab attacks continue to threaten retail stores, corporate offices, and other commercial facilities — and rely heavily on one fundamental vulnerability: standard glass.  Traditional annealed …
Advancing School Security Through Architectural Education
At Global Security Glazing / Isoclima Specialty Glass, we believe that meaningful improvement in school safety begins with informed design professionals. As part of our ongoing commitment to education within the architectural community, our team recently delivered a focused learning session for the architects at Glenn | Partners in Dallas. Led by Brittney Phillips and …
Innovation in Glass: Creating Safer, Healthier Behavioral Health Environments
At Isoclima Specialty Glass / Global Security Glazing, innovation doesn’t just mean stronger glass — it means smarter solutions that serve people in specialized environments. One of the most important examples is our work in behavioral health facilities, where glazing plays a vital dual role: keeping patients and caregivers safe while promoting healing through the power …
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In his insightful article, Eric Linebarger argues that workplace design must move beyond simply asking “how many people can fit here?” and instead focus on “how well do people thrive here?” The shift is clear: design for purpose, intent and experience—not just proportion. We wholeheartedly agree. At Isoclima Specialty Glass / Global Security Glazing, we …
Raising the Standard in School Security Glazing- With the NGA
At Isoclima Specialty Glass / Global Security Glazing, we believe in staying ahead of the curve — especially when it comes to glazing solutions for educational environments. That’s why we’re proud to work closely with the National Glass Association (NGA), the largest trade group in North America for the glass and glazing industry. Through that …
Options For Those Who Protect Us
We’re honored to serve the law-enforcement community with purpose and care. At Isoclima Specialty Glass / Global Security Glazing, we’ve created a short video that shines a spotlight on how our world-class glazing solutions are tailored to the unique needs of this critical ­sector. In this video, you’ll see how we partner with agencies to …
Navigating a Changing Construction Landscape: What You Need to Know
At Isoclima Specialty Glass / Global Security Glazing, we’re committed to keeping our customer base informed about the broader business climate—and recent data shows both challenges and opportunities ahead. According to Construction Dive, activity in the early planning stages of non-residential construction is decelerating due to mounting cost pressures and macroeconomic uncertainty. Their report highlights …
Celebrating a Successful GlassBuild America 2025
Isoclima Specialty Glass / Global Security Glazing was proud to be part of the recent GlassBuild America event in Orlando, where more than 9,600 attendees from around the world came together to celebrate the innovation and strength of our industry. This year’s show featured outstanding education sessions, cutting-edge technology, and invaluable networking opportunities. Across the …
The Expanding Role of Security Glass: Protecting More Than Schools
For years, the conversation around security glazing has focused primarily on schools and educational facilities—and for good reason. As awareness has grown around the importance of layered security and safe learning environments, security glass has become a vital part of school design across the country. But today, that same need for safety, durability, and peace of mind is …
Why We Show Up: The Value of Industry Events and Staying Connected
In a world that moves fast, staying ahead means staying connected. For Isoclima Specialty Glass / Global Security Glazing, trade shows and industry conferences aren’t just calendar events—they’re essential opportunities to learn, share, and serve our customers better. Staying Ahead of the Curve From the latest advancements in security glazing and ballistic protection to innovations in laminated and specialty glass …

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