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Secure Windows Without Grilles

The METAS® series provides high-level breakout resistance without the use of window grilles—supporting rehabilitation in forensic and custodial environments.

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Certified Break-In & Break-Out Resistance

Tested to RC4 on both sides for fixed glazing, and up to RC3/RC4 for opening units, the METAS® system ensures dependable security from both inside and out.

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Designed to Prevent Suicide & Vandalism

Concealed hardware, tamper-proof locking, and flush, rounded profiles eliminate opportunities for harm or escape attempts.

Breakout Resistant Windows – METAS® Series

High-security aluminium windows engineered for police stations, prisons, courts, and forensic clinics. The METAS® system combines protection against escape, suicide, and vandalism with a grille-free design that promotes rehabilitation and safety.

Tested resistance to break-ins and escape attempts up to RC4 (fixed) and RC3/RC4 (opening units)

No window grilles required – improved rehabilitation environment

Suicide prevention design with concealed hardware and tamper-proof locking

Vandalism-resistant glazing beads and sash construction

Tested up to 20,000 cycles with sash weights of 350 kg

Flush, rounded design to eliminate ligature risks

About the METAS® Security Window System

Engineered for extreme protection in high-risk environments

The METAS® window series is developed specifically for environments where safety, control, and human dignity must coexist. It provides resistance against escape from the inside and assisted break-ins from the outside, certified up to RC4 levels.

What sets the METAS® system apart is its unique grille-free security design. With solid vent profiles, flush-fitted glazing beads, and concealed hardware, the windows eliminate suicide risks while ensuring robust physical security.

Ideal for holding cells, forensic institutions, and secure medical facilities, METAS® combines discretion with dependability. Its compatibility with various wall structures and tamper-proof features makes it a reliable long-term solution.

Technical Performance & Standards

Tested security and durability under extreme conditions

Forced Entry & Break-Out Resistance

Certified to DIN EN 1627–1630: Fixed glazing up to RC4 inside and out, opening units up to RC3 (inside) and RC4 (outside). Glazing up to P7B for enhanced protection.

Suicide & Vandalism Prevention

Concealed hardware and tamper-proof design with no handles on inmate side. Rounded, flush sashes and secure glazing prevent removal or injury.

Thermal & Acoustic Insulation

Uw values from 1.4–1.7 W/m²K (double glazing) and 0.8–1.5 W/m²K (triple glazing). Acoustic performance up to Rw 45 dB.

Durability & Load Testing

Lifecycle tested to 20,000 open/close cycles with sash weights up to 350 kg, ensuring long-term reliability in secure environments.

Weather Resistance

Wind load resistance up to Class C5 (2000 Pa), watertightness up to E 900 (900 Pa), and air permeability Class 4 (600 Pa).

Surface Finishes & Profiles

Available in anodised or powder-coated aluminium. Slimline profiles maintain discreet aesthetics despite high security functionality.

Installation & Compatibility

Tested for multiple substrates including concrete and masonry. Adaptable to existing structures with security-specific fixings.

Applications

Ideal for prisons, police holding cells, courts, forensic psychiatric units, and military buildings. Supports both internal and external use.

Designed for Extreme Scenarios

Speak to Our Security Glazing Experts

Our team can help you specify and install the METAS® system to meet your exact operational and safety requirements. Contact us today to discuss your project.

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