At Chicago Glass Company, we design and install bulletproof doors across Illinois to protect businesses, schools, government facilities and homes. Our ballistic doors are tested to the stringent UL 752 standard that defines eight protection levels. Level 1 doors stop three shots from a 9 mm handgun and are common in retail and residential applications, while Level 8 systems stop five shots from a 7.62 mm rifle for ultra-high security sites.
Secure Entryways & School Safety
Securing the main entryway provides the greatest protection for schools and public buildings. Federal security experts note that replacing every door and window with bulletproof alternatives is cost-prohibitive; focusing on vestibules and entry doors creates secure mantraps that can slow attackers and give staff time to react. Our ballistic vestibules combine bullet-resistant doors, windows and access control to create an effective first line of defense.
Funding & Grants
New federal legislation allocates over $130 billion for homeland security, including grants for bullet-resistant barriers at law enforcement agencies, city buildings and schools. States can apply funds to upgrade entry vestibules, transaction windows and lobby areas with UL 752 Level 1-3 systems. We help municipalities and school districts navigate available grants and design compliant bulletproof solutions.
Energy-Efficient & Modern
Today's bulletproof doors aren't just about security. Manufacturers now offer thermally broken frames that minimize heat transfer and meet modern energy codes. Combining ballistic steel cores with insulated glass and thermal breaks allows our doors to contribute to building sustainability without sacrificing protection.
Comprehensive Solutions
Chicago Glass Company offers end-to-end service from threat assessments and custom fabrication to professional installation and maintenance. Our UL 752 Level 1–8 doors come in aluminum, steel or wood veneer finishes. We integrate bullet-resistant doors with electronic access control, intrusion detection, intercoms and video surveillance. We'll help you select the right level and material for your application, match wall ratings, and coordinate installation to ensure full protection.
Schedule a Consultation
Every facility is unique. Contact us today at 708-800-7120 or visit us at 1950 N. Ruby St., Melrose Park for a free consultation. Our security specialists will help you understand your threats, explore funding options and design a bulletproof door solution that protects people and property.
Secure Entryways & School Safety
Securing the main entryway provides the greatest protection for schools and public buildings. Federal security experts note that replacing every door and window with bulletproof alternatives is cost-prohibitive; focusing on vestibules and entry doors creates secure mantraps that can slow attackers and give staff time to react. Our ballistic vestibules combine bullet-resistant doors, windows and access control to create an effective first line of defense.
Funding & Grants
New federal legislation allocates over $130 billion for homeland security, including grants for bullet-resistant barriers at law enforcement agencies, city buildings and schools. States can apply funds to upgrade entry vestibules, transaction windows and lobby areas with UL 752 Level 1-3 systems. We help municipalities and school districts navigate available grants and design compliant bulletproof solutions.
Energy-Efficient & Modern
Today's bulletproof doors aren't just about security. Manufacturers now offer thermally broken frames that minimize heat transfer and meet modern energy codes. Combining ballistic steel cores with insulated glass and thermal breaks allows our doors to contribute to building sustainability without sacrificing protection.
Comprehensive Solutions
Chicago Glass Company offers end-to-end service from threat assessments and custom fabrication to professional installation and maintenance. Our UL 752 Level 1–8 doors come in aluminum, steel or wood veneer finishes. We integrate bullet-resistant doors with electronic access control, intrusion detection, intercoms and video surveillance. We'll help you select the right level and material for your application, match wall ratings, and coordinate installation to ensure full protection.
Schedule a Consultation
Every facility is unique. Contact us today at 708-800-7120 or visit us at 1950 N. Ruby St., Melrose Park for a free consultation. Our security specialists will help you understand your threats, explore funding options and design a bulletproof door solution that protects people and property.
