SafeSuite Survival System | FSJ Tactical
SafeSuite Survival System, Bullet Resistant Safe Rooms Without Major Construction
SafeSuite converts existing offices, classrooms, and meeting rooms into hardened safe zones by combining security glazing, bullet resistant wall panels, security doors, and protective furniture.
When an active threat is inside the building, the most important thing is a safe place to go, fast. SafeSuite converts the rooms your people already use into hardened safe zones that delay intrusion and protect occupants until help arrives, without costly full renovation.
Why Safe Zones Matter
Doors, glass doors, windows, and curtain walls are usually the first points an intruder exploits. A secure refuge space must delay forced entry long enough for police response and occupant survival. SafeSuite is designed to:
- Delay and deter forced entry
- Protect against ballistic attack
- Maintain visibility and aesthetics
- Integrate with existing buildings and emergency plans
SafeSuite Components
Reinforced Glass Protection
DefenseLite forced-entry shields are installed over existing glass in doors and curtain walls. BulletShield adds UL 752-rated ballistic glazing for executive suites and boardrooms.
Ballistic Wall Panels
Lightweight UL 752-rated panels integrate into existing walls to fortify corridors, reception areas, and safe-zone perimeters.
Secure Doors & Hardware
Bullet-resistant doors and forced-entry-resistant hardware designed for rapid lockdown and reliable operation under stress.
Safe Shutter™ & Safe Slideout™
Bullet-resistant whiteboards and slide-out panels that block an attacker's line of sight through windows and door lites.
Fortified Furniture
Bullet-resistant panels retrofit into existing desks and reception counters (UL 752 Level 3 or 8).
Mobile SafeShield™
A portable bullet-resistant shield (UL 752 Levels 1–8) that rotates 360° to create an instant defensive position.
Bullet-Resistant Wall Panel Specifications
DefenseLite bullet-resistant wall panels offer discreet, powerful protection. They're non-ricocheting (they capture the bullet), made with nontoxic materials with no formaldehyde, corrosion-resistant, and about 25% lighter than steel paneling. Panels can be field-fabricated, are suitable for indoor or outdoor use, and are available cut-to-size, paint-ready, and with urgent shipping options.
| Panel | Ballistic Level | Nominal Thickness | Nominal Weight | Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UL3 Panel | UL 752 Level 3 | 1/2" | 5 lbs/sq ft | 4' x 8' |
| UL8 Panel | UL 752 Level 8 | 1-1/2" | 15.5 lbs/sq ft | 4' x 8' |
Safe Shutter™ and Safe Slideout™
Safe Shutter is a bullet-resistant whiteboard that obstructs an attacker's line of sight. In an emergency, it swings up to 180° to cover a window or door and create a defensive position. Features include a heavy-duty hinge, 0°–180° swing, a spring-loaded floor bolt with dust-proof floor strikes, multiple material options, and Ballistic Level 3–8.
Safe Slideout is an inconspicuous bullet-resistant panel that slides out to block a vision lite. It's available in UL 3 through UL 8, in any wood species, PLAM, or whiteboard finish, with heavy-duty slides.
The SafeSuite Process
- Site survey: Assess the facility and identify shelter areas.
- Specification: Select glazing, wall panels, doors, and furniture components.
- Retrofit installation: Rapid deployment with minimal disruption.
- Training and integration: Align SafeSuite with your emergency response plan.
Ideal Applications
Corporate executive suites, boardrooms, high-value work floors, command centers, critical infrastructure, government facilities, K-12 classrooms, higher education, healthcare facilities, and houses of worship.
Create safe spaces where your people already are. Contact FSJ Tactical to design a SafeSuite for your facility.
Security Film + Glazing
See It Stop a Threat: FSJ Tactical Live Fire Demos
Request a live fire demonstration of our products on any existing drywall or glass.
Peace of Mind: Installed
Recent FSJ Tactical projects for school districts, cities, and counties. Over 500,000 square feet protected.
Installation available in every state
NATURAL DISASTERS
Security film and polycarbonate glazing hold glass in place against storms, debris, and blasts.
CRIME
Forced-entry and ballistic protection delays attackers and buys time for law enforcement to respond.
PEACE OF MIND
FSJ Tactical protects occupants and assets with an industry-leading warranty and nationwide installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SafeSuite?
SafeSuite is an integrated interior hardening and safe-room system. It combines forced-entry and ballistic glazing, framing, bullet-resistant doors, and wall panels to create protected shelter zones in new or existing interiors.
How is SafeSuite different from a panic room?
A panic room is a single isolated room. SafeSuite creates distributed shelter zones within the spaces people already occupy, such as offices, classrooms, and conference rooms, so people can shelter quickly wherever they are.
What standards can SafeSuite meet?
SafeSuite can be designed toward ASTM F3561, UL 752, NIJ 0108.01 where applicable, and IBC and local codes. Final performance depends on configuration, substrate, anchorage, and installation.
How long does a SafeSuite project take?
Timelines depend on the project. Typical ranges are 2–6 weeks for threat assessment and schematic design, 4–12 weeks for engineering and procurement, and phased installation to fit your schedule and occupancy.
Can SafeSuite be phased?
Yes. High-risk areas can be prioritized first, with additional rooms or floors added over time. SafeSuite scales from a single office to an entire floor or campus.
Let's talk about your project...
Talk with the FSJ Tactical team about a site assessment. We'll walk your building, identify the glass and doors at highest risk, and recommend the DefenseLite security glazing level that fits your threats and your budget.
