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Tuffak Hygard – The Ultimate Laminated Security Product with AR Hard-Coat Technology provides exceptional Resistance to Ballistic Attack, Bomb Attack, Physical Attack, Abrasion, and UV Degradation.
Plaskolite is a recognised market leader in the production of high performance thermoplastic sheet for over half a century. As one of the leading suppliers of high performance polycarbonate glazing products, Plaskolite has been at the forefront of security glazing for years. Plaskolites’ range of laminates, featuring Tuffak AR hard-coat technology, assures long lasting surface clarity and resistance to yellowing. Whatever the security application, Tuffak Hygard laminates offer unsurpassed performance versus competitive glass and glass clad polycarbonate products.
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With its unique multilayer construction, Tuffak Hygard can withstand both physical attack and gunfire from high powered hand guns. This “None Tougher” laminate line offers multiple levels of protection ranging from NATA Australian approved certified containment glazing to Level 3 bullet-resistant material.
Tuffak Hygard laminates will not “spider web” or spall. This allows for complete vision, which can be critical for appropriate response in the event of an attack. Typical applications include:
Designed for security installations such as detention and correctional centers, government facilities, and banks, MAKROLON HYGARD is being used increasingly for employee protection in 24-hour gas stations and convenience stores as well as other cash transaction areas.
Tuffak Hygard combines Tuffak AR Technology with the Latest Security Glazing Techniques for High Level Security and Cost Effective Installation.
Increasing violent crime, readily available weapons, and larger glazed areas in modern detention centre designs have created a need for higher performing security glazing materials. Plaskolite has developed Tuffak Hygard to meet this need. Consisting of multiple layers of polycarbonate or polycarbonate/ acrylic with bonding interlayers, these “None Tougher”, yet lightweight materials, offer proven resistance to physical and ballistic attack. Additionally, the relative light weight of MAKROLON HYGARD laminates, combined with easy on-site fabrication, give you a competitive edge on remodeling or retrofit projects where timely job completion is essential.
GAT Technologies offers MAKROLON HYGARD laminates in six levels of protection ranging from containment rated sheet to UL Level 3 bullet resistant material capable of withstanding multiple rounds fired from superpowered handguns. All Tuffak Hygard laminated products feature hard coated surfaces for exceptional resistance to abrasion and UV degradation and are covered by a limited warranty against coating failure, excessive yellowing, and structural delamination caused by manufacturing defects.
Makrolon Hygard® CG375 is a Containment grade sheet in a 0.375″, 2-ply polycarbonate laminate that meets ASTM F 1915 and HP White TP 0500.
Makrolon Hygard® CG500 is a containment grade sheet in a 0.500″, 3-ply polycarbonate laminate that meets ASTM F 1233 Class II and HP White TP 0500 Level A Ballistics (.38 Special), single shot, ASTM F1233-98 forced entry test and AS3555-1988 forcible attack test.
Hygard CG750 containment grade sheet is a 0.750˝ thick, 3-ply polycarbonate laminate that is tested to ASTM F 1233 Class 2.4 and H.P. White TP 0500 Level B Ballistics (9 mm Luger).
Tuffak Hygard BR750 ballistic grade sheet is a 0.750″, 3-ply polycarbonate and acrylic laminate that meets AS/NZS 2343:1997 – Ballistic Resistant Test – Bullet Resistant Panels and Building Elements G0 rating and UL 752 Level 1 rating for 9 mm ballistic attack. Certificates available on request. All Hygard products incorporate Tuffak polycarbonate sheet produced for high optical quality in security glazing laminates. Exterior surfaces have a proprietary Makrolon AR hardcoat that facilitates cleaning and resists marring, chemical, and graffiti attack. This product is available in clear, Green and Grey tint.
Makrolon Hygard® Hygard® BR1000 ballistic grade sheet is a 1.000″, 4-ply polycarbonate laminate that meets the UL 752 Level 2 rating for .357 Magnum ballistic attack and HP White TP 0500 Level lV. Unlike glass-clad products, this all-polycarbonate laminate resists spalling and white-out after repeated high force and ballistic impacts, an advantage in maintaining visibility of a threat during an attack.
Makrolon Hygard® BR1250 ballistic grade sheet is a 1.250″, 4-ply polycarbonate laminate that meets UL 752 Level 3 rating for .44 Magnum ballistic attack, HP White TP 0500 Level lV, ASTM F 1233 Class 5, AS/NZS 2343:1997 – Ballistic Resistant Test – Bullet Resistant Panels and Building Elements – G1 and G2 ballistic rating. This product is available in clear, Green and Grey tint.
MULTI SHOT PROTECTION Hygard MS1250 ballistic grade sheet is a 1.250˝, 4-ply acrylic and polycarbonate laminate that meets UL 752 Level 6 rating for high speed multi-shot 9 mm (Uzi) ballistic attack. Certificates available on request. This product is available in clear, Green and Grey tint.
GAT Technologies is the importer, stockist and distributor for the Plaskolite range of high performance polycarbonate sheet and laminate products.
This includes products such as Tuffak Abrasion Resistant AR (AR2) Hard Coated polycarbonate sheet, Tuffak 15 (formerly Makrolon 15) Extended Abrasion and UV resistant polycarbonate sheet, Tuffak Marine 5 (formerly Makrolon Marine 5) Abrasion and UV resistant for marine applications and the complete range of Tuffak Hygard (formerly Makrolon Hygard) polycarbonate and glass clad polycarbonate laminates.
Tuffak Hygard laminated polycarbonate sheet products were developed for the most demanding safety and security applications and meets AS/NZS 2343:1997 G0, G1 and G2, UL 752 Level I, II, III, and VI for Ballistics and HP White TP0500 level I, II, IV and V for attack. Hygard laminated polycarbonate sheet offers excellent strength to weight ratios and is ideally suited for transparent glazing in the Architectural, Security and Forestry Glazing markets. Hygard products either meet or exceed the performance of competitive products and are backed by industry-leading warranties.
All Hygard products incorporate Tuffak polycarbonate sheet produced for high optical quality in security glazing laminates. Exterior surfaces have a proprietary Tuffak AR (AR2) abrasion resistant hardcoat that facilitates cleaning and resists abrasion, chemical attack, and graffiti.
Unlike glass-clad products, Makrolon Hygard® all-polycarbonate laminates resists spalling and white-out after repeated high force and ballistic impacts, an advantage in maintaining visibility of a threat during an attack.
Architectural, OEM, Industrial, Security, Transportation, Recreation, Sign application, Forestry Glazing, Mining, Jails, detention centers, psychiatric hospitals, reception areas, convenience stores, cheque cashing, Government and detention facilities, banks, heavy equipment glazing, specialty retailers, 24 hour convenience stores, cash transaction windows.
Many Australian banks, police stations, youth detention centres, prisons and other government facilities have our Tuffak polycarbonate sheet installed as their preferred material for safety and security glazing and we have played our part in protecting the welfare of our Australian citizens by supplying our polycarbonate sheeting and laminate to various Australian Federal Government overseas embassies and institutions.
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Plaskolite is a global leader in extruded thermoplastic sheet. HYGARD® leverages Plaskolite’s best-in-class manufacturing, quality control, and supply capability, giving specifiers consistent optical quality, reliable lead times, and proven performance on large and complex programs—making HYGARD® a category benchmark for security and ballistic polycarbonate laminates.
Yes. HYGARD® constructions are available in grades tested to relevant forced-entry and ballistic standards (e.g., project-specified UL/NIJ/EN levels). Share your threat profile and framing details to match an appropriate HYGARD® specification.
Hard-coated surfaces protect the surfaces from frequent cleaning and abrasion. Use non-abrasive wipes and approved cleaners for coated plastics. Avoid harsh scouring pads and unvetted solvents; a cleaning guide is available.
Yes. HYGARD® can be CNC-cut, edged, drilled, and gasketed. We’ll coordinate edge clearances, sealants, and glazing channel details to fit your frame system and environmental loads.
HYGARD® polycarbonate laminates by Plaskolite dominate the security and safety glazing category, delivering best-in-class impact performance, clear visibility, and lighter-weight installation versus glass. With hard-coated, UV-resistant, and anti-graffiti surfaces, HYGARD® is the preferred choice for forestry, heavy equipment, government, correctional, education, financial, retail, and critical-infrastructure projects that demand proven protection and long service life.
