Enhancing Security and Comfort: The Dual Benefits of Signals Defense RF/IR Film

Safety? Check.

Security? That too.

Comfort and convenience? You bet.

When most people think of RF/IR shielding films, the first thing that comes to mind is the shielding aspect of things. As is, they work to help provide security from data theft and safeguard against electronic eavesdropping first and foremost. But these films have other value-added benefits as well – namely, comfort and convenience – that many people may not know about.

In this post, we’ll further discuss the one-two punch that these films can offer to properties that install them. Read on to learn more or contact Signals Defense today.

Dual Benefits of RF/IR Film

Here’s a look at some of the dual benefits of RF shielding and RF IR film to make these window films such an ideal one-two punch..

Key Security Benefits

First, and arguably most important, RF window film has several security benefits – especially considering that electronic eavesdropping continues to be a growing threat in industries ranging from automotive and aerospace to healthcare, government work and law enforcement.

As the name implies, RF/IR window shielding film works to reject these electromagnetic signals and prevent electronic eavesdropping and electronic data theft. Many electronic devices that are present in the office environment (i.e., microphones, speakers, Bluetooth devices, computers, internet routers, etc.) emit electromagnetic signals. And while we like to think that these RF or IR signals stay confined to the office that we’re working in, that’s not always the case. One of the ways these signals often escape is through the windows.

That’s why RF/IR films are so crucial to security in at-risk offices and businesses. They easily install over existing glass windows and work to prevent these signals from emanating beyond the walls of any physical office. They can also outfit the windows of SCIFs (sensitive compartmented information facilities) for specific rooms in an office setting where information shared needs to stay safe and confidential.

In addition to providing security from data theft and electronic eavesdropping, some RF/IR window films also have physical security benefits like blast protection and spall control. This is another key benefit for at-risk facilities that could be the target of criminal activity. In the event of a blast event or forced entry, certain RF/IR window films will prevent spontaneous glass breakage, which can improve safety and help delay entry to allow the authorities to arrive. RF/IR window films can also offer protection from natural disasters as well.

Key Comfort Benefits

Many properties will install RF/IR window films primarily for their security benefits. But a value-added bonus is the comfort benefit as well. Many of these films will do more than just reject IR and RF signals but reduce UV and solar emissions as well.

By reducing the solar heat energy that enters a property through the windows, firms can also help save money on their utility bills by limiting how often heating and cooling systems run within the office environment. This can help keep the property more comfortable for longer and help reduce this critical overhead cost. When you consider that energy costs account for roughly 30 percent of the total operating cost of a building and up to 75 percent of all windows are not believed to be energy efficient, any opportunity to optimize energy consumption can go a long way.

In addition to improving creature comfort, some RF/IR window films can also reduce glare on screens and devices in the office, which can help minimize eye strain and make work easier for employees. This can help contribute to an overall happier and more productive workspace.

Contact Signals Defense Today

For more information on how RF/IR films are the ideal one-two punch of security and comfort, contact Signals Defense today. As a leading provider of the TEMPEST brand and other leading shielding films, our solutions have been deployed effectively at thousands of locations and are known for being engineered to meet even the most stringent standards set by the U.S. intelligence community. Contact us today for more information and to get started.