MASS TRANSIT & RAIL THERMOPLASTICS
Benefits of Rail Thermoplastic
Aircraft, Marine, Transportation
Optical Clarity for Windows and Glazing
Lightweight Impact and Dent Resistant Materials
Thermoforming and Fabrication Solutions
PLASKOLITE offers specialized thermoplastic sheet options for transportation glazing,
operator protection, lighting, noise control, and marine applications. Use the chart
below as a starting point when evaluating materials for specific performance and
regulatory requirements.
Product availability varies by region. Consult PLASKOLITE’s technical team
to confirm the appropriate grade, thickness, and compliance requirements
for your application.
Transportation Application Guide
PLASKOLITE Rail and Transportation Grades by Application
Application Performance Requirement PLASKOLITE Grade Passenger railcar glazing Impact and ballistic protection to meet applicable Federal Railroad
Administration glazing requirements, with abrasion, chemical, and UV
resistance to maintain clear visibility.
TUFFAK® TG
Bus glazing and windows Impact protection and clear visibility with minimal optical distortion,
compliance with applicable DOT/ANSI Z26.1 Item AS-4 requirements,
and surface durability for daily use.
TUFFAK® BG
Protective driver partitions Impact protection for drivers while maintaining visibility, with glazing
that meets applicable FMVSS 205/ANSI Z26.1 Item AS-4 requirements
for protective driver partitions.
TUFFAK® DG
Transportation glazing Impact-resistant, lightweight glazing that meets applicable
DOT/ANSI Z26.1 Item AS-4 requirements and supports vehicle
weight reduction.
TUFFAK® TX
Vehicle windshields Clear visibility with minimal optical distortion, impact protection,
and resistance to abrasion, cleaning chemicals, UV exposure,
and weathering.
TUFFAK® HV
Interior and exterior lighting lenses Even light distribution with efficient light transmission, impact
protection, and performance suited to application-specific
flammability requirements and operating temperatures.
TUFFAK® Lumen XT
Road and rail noise barriers Noise reduction with clear sightlines and long-term resistance
to UV exposure and weathering, with compliance with ZTV-LSW 06,
EN 1793, and EN 1794 where specified.
OPTIX® NB
Marine windshields and flexible enclosures Clear visibility with minimal distortion, UV protection, and outdoor
durability, with flexibility for enclosures that need to be cut,
sewn, and rolled.
TUFFAK® VR
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