Nilsson Special Vehicles, a leading provider of special vehicles and equipment for emergency services, has chosen to use Hammerglass to make its ambulances lighter 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 bonded directly into the frames, ensuring a permanent and stable connection. Hammerglass is a special type of laminated glass made from multiple 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 equipped with Hammerglass windows and regularly delivered between 2011 and 2017. In January 2017, the new ambulance series based on the Volvo XC90 with Hammerglass in three windows was introduced. The production of ambulances with Hammerglass is expected to continue until 2023.

Hammerglass offers Nilsson Special Vehicles a variety of advantages. By using Hammerglass, the weight of the ambulances could be reduced, allowing for additional equipment and better handling. It also provides a vandal-proof solution that prevents the penetration of objects and the breaking of glass. This is particularly 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 the occupants from harmful UV radiation. Furthermore, 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 the company become a leading provider of emergency vehicles. The use of Hammerglass is an example of how innovative technologies and materials can contribute to improving the safety and efficiency of emergency vehicles.