Nilsson Special Vehicles, a leading supplier of specialty vehicles and equipment for emergency services, chose to use Hammerglass to lighten its ambulances and reduce the space required for additional equipment. The company was also looking for a vandal-proof solution to ensure the safety of patients and staff.

The tinted Hammerglass windows were installed in the frames of the rear and side windows of the modified Volvo XC70. The Hammerglass windows are glued directly into the frames, which ensures a permanent and stable connection. Hammerglass is a special type of laminated glass that consists of several layers of polycarbonate. It is lighter and more durable than conventional glass and offers excellent impact resistance and safety.

More than 300 Nilsson ambulances were fitted with Hammerglass windows and delivered regularly between 2011 and 2017. In January 2017, the new ambulance series based on the Volvo XC90 was introduced with Hammerglass in three windows. Production of the ambulances with Hammerglass is expected to continue until 2023.

Hammerglass offers Nilsson Special Vehicles a variety of benefits. Using Hammerglass has enabled the weight of the ambulances to be reduced, allowing space for additional equipment and better handling. It also provides a vandal-proof solution that prevents objects from entering and glass from breaking. This is especially important in urban areas where vandalism is a serious problem.

In addition to the benefits of weight reduction and safety, Hammerglass also offers excellent visibility and light transmission. The tinted windows reduce glare and heat and protect occupants from harmful UV rays. In addition, Hammerglass is also easy to clean and maintain.

Overall, the use of Hammerglass at Nilsson Special Vehicles has a successful track record. The combination of weight reduction, safety and visibility quality has helped make the company a leader in emergency vehicles. The use of Hammerglass is an example of how innovative technologies and materials can help improve the safety and efficiency of emergency vehicles.