SAFTI FIRST Industry Innovations

In 1982, SAFTI FIRST introduced the first transparent wall solution to the US market, enabling architects and designers to use glazing instead of a brick wall.  Since then, SAFTI FIRST introduced other firsts, including:

  • FIRST with fully code approved, fire rated and hose stream tested products from 20 to 120 minutes
  • FIRST to offer impact safety CPSC rated to Cat. II wired glass for schools and athletic communities
  • FIRST to offer monolithic glazing that reduces up to 90% of dangerous radiant heat transfer
  • FIRST with an exterior fire rated curtain wall system
  • FIRST to offer fire and hurricane rated glazed assemblies meeting the highest standards of Miami Dade
  • FIRST tooffer fire rated decorative art glass not subject to wall area limitations
  • FIRST with fire rated wood frames
  • FIRST with a fire rated aluminum door assembly
  • FIRST to manufacture fire rated glazing in the USA for quick delivery

Our dedication to both the design and safety of public spaces keeps us on the leading edge.  Through extensive research and development, SAFTI FIRST continues to develop products that meet the technological and code demands of the construction industry.