New Polyvinyl Butyral Interlayer for Laminated Glass
Saflex FlySafe 3D
Worldwide, billions of birds are killed as they collide with glass windows and building facades — so much so that many cities and countries now require bird-friendly glazing in new buildings. In response to this global problem, Eastman, in partnership with SEEN AG, has introduced a new polyvinyl butyral (PVB) interlayer for laminated glass: Saflex FlySafe 3D, a highly effectivesolution to avoid bird collisions without compromising on the view or beauty of glass facades.
Unlike other bird-protection approaches that use decals, printing, or etching on the surface of the glass, Saflex FlySafe 3D features three-dimensional, reflective sequins between two layers of glass. The sequins catch the light at different angles, subtly twinkling to deter birds from the glass — something two-dimensional dots and stripes don’t do.