Fragment Retention
V 28 SR PS8 - Safety - Dual Reflective uses a 8 mil construction to help retain glass fragments after impact and delay forced entry at vulnerable Philadelphia openings.
V 28 SR PS8 is the darker safety-plus-dual-reflective option in this Vista set. It combines 28% visible light transmission, stronger daytime privacy, and 8 mil construction that helps hold glass fragments together after impact. Compared with V 38 PS8, it gives the exterior more privacy presence and the room a more shaded feel.
This specification is well suited to SEPTA-adjacent storefronts, school ground-floor windows, transit corridor retail, public-facing offices, and other Philadelphia glass where both solar exposure and breakage behavior are part of the discussion. It can help occupants manage glare and visibility while adding a retention layer to vulnerable windows. Because the film is darker, it should be reviewed from both the sidewalk and the occupied room before a full storefront or school elevation is approved. That darker setting can be useful where merchandise, students, staff, or waiting areas sit close to glass and need more separation from the street.
The technical profile is 28% VLT, up to 66% heat rejection, over 99% UV block, and 8 mil thickness. The dual reflective design supports daytime privacy with lower interior reflectance than standard reflective films, while the thicker safety construction helps retain glass fragments and can delay forced entry. The final safety specification should match the glass, frame, and attachment details instead of treating film as a stand-alone security system.
Choose V 28 PS8 when V 38 PS8 is too light or too transparent for the risk profile. Standard V 28 SR CDF gives similar solar privacy without the 8 mil safety construction. V 28 PS8 is the stronger safety-plus-solar choice for Philadelphia public-facing glass that needs a darker privacy level.
V 28 SR PS8 - Safety - Dual Reflective uses a 8 mil construction to help retain glass fragments after impact and delay forced entry at vulnerable Philadelphia openings.
The film still supports daily comfort with up to 66% heat rejection and over 99% UV blocking where solar exposure is part of the concern.
Doors, sidelites, vestibules, and storefront panes near busy corridors gain a practical layer while keeping the visual change moderate.
| VLT | 28% |
|---|---|
| Heat Rejection | up to 66% |
| UV Block | over 99% |
| Thickness | 8 mil |
| Warranty | Commercial warranty varies by specification |
| Series | Safety Series |
| Brand | Vista |
Technical Document
Vista V 28 SR PS8 - Safety - Dual Reflective Spec Sheet
Glass retention and forced-entry delay for doors, sidelites, and shared spaces.
Retrofit protection for public-facing glass and administrative offices.
Security upgrades for storefronts, vestibules, and street-level glazing.
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