What is safe drive away time? It is a phrase you must understand when choosing an auto glass shop to replace your windshield. Safe Drive Away Time (SDAT) is the amount of time an adhesive requires to reach the level of strength necessary to safely hold a windshield in place in the event of a crash. The adhesive is the bonding agent auto glass companies use to seal your new windshield to your vehicle. There are many different adhesives a glass company can use and specific instructions they should follow for it to work correctly on your vehicle. Sika (a manufacturer of windshield adhesives) pioneered the concept of SDAT to the AGR industry in the early 1990’s, so I decided to include their web-site that has a great video that explains this concept.
http://www.noshortcuttosafety.com
Remember, there are no mandatory standards for auto glass replacement in the United States.
At TeleGlass, we want you to be informed through every step of your auto glass repair . The technician will inform you of what s/he is doing and usually in writing, including how long your car will need to sit for the correct SDAT. If you have any questions about your auto glass repair, feel free to speak with your technician. Our highly trained staff is friendly and more than happy to answer your questions.
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Michelle Chalmers.
As the Director of Member Relations, I find the "best of the best" auto glass companies to become members of TeleGlass.com. Our goal is to provide swift, quality service for all windshield replacements or repairs and it takes a keen eye to find the best.
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If when you think of bulletproof automobile glass, and the images that come to mind are the president, or other important political figures, military personnel, police, rappers, movie stars, etc. Then you would be correct. Bulletproof auto glass is hard to come by because it is custom-made and not easily replaceable like a normal windshield.
Bulletproof windshields are designed to stop one or many rounds of bullets whereas bullets will penetrate through regular glass and shatter upon impact. However, the strength of bulletproof glass depends on its thickness. It is laminated, just like regular glass, but the two pieces of glass that hold together an inner layer of polycarbonate is specialized. The glass pieces are thicker and the polycarbonate is designed with more advanced technology, and it is actually the polycarbonate that stops a bullet if it goes through the first layer of glass.
It is possible to order a full equipped, custom-made bulletproof car. Beside the glass, the car’s panel system is a combination of high tech resistant materials for the roof, front, rear and all sides, thus giving you one hundred percent coverage. In fact, in the 1920′s famous gangster Al Capone had two of his own bulletproof cars. Nowadays, a vehicle with such extensive protection could cost you around $100,000 and up. Being extra safe comes with a price.
Replacement glass or windshield repair for bulletproof auto glass is custom-made and is subject to strict regulations by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS). At TeleGlass, we also comply with FMVSS for even the simplest auto glass repair. If you have any questions about specialized auto glass repair or windshield repair, we’d be happy to answer them here at TeleGlass.com.
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This scenario has happened to many drivers. You’re to rushing work, a few minutes late already, and are about to hop in your car when you notice something is wrong. Auto glass is strewn on the sidewalk, sticking to the soles of your shoes. You then realize it’s your car and your automobile glass.
Car vandalism is a serious crime; therefore, make sure to call the police immediately and have an officer come to the scene to make a report. The next step is to call your insurance company so you can have the incident on record. Whether it’s a broken windshield or window, do not touch it, since the glass’s jagged edges may seriously injure your hand. Perhaps the most important rule, which many people forget, is to stay calm. There is no need for panic, unfortunately the crime is done and over and the only thing you can do now is follow the appropriate steps.
If you have been vandalized, most likely you’ll be in need of a windshield repair or other auto glass repair. The next step is to find a trusted glass repair company, such as TeleGlass. We provide additional assistance by working with the insurance company on your behalf by filing claims and handling paperwork. We can also save you a lot of hassle by sending out our mobile service van. Our highly trained technicians will come to your home and fix anything from cracks in windshields to installing full replacement glass. Often times, it takes thirty minutes or less for us to service your car, and depending on the time, you can make an auto glass appointment as early as the very same day.
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You’ve taken all the right steps, had that nagging windshield repair or auto glass repair finally fixed. Or maybe bought new tires. Either way, you are ready to sell your car. Maybe you want to display your beloved automobile out on your front lawn so drivers and pedestrians alike can see. Then you realize that you need to advertise the price and who to call. What did those other sellers use to write on their auto glass?
An old-fashioned method is to use shoe polish, or soap – the latter not the best alternative in a rain shower or snow. Instead, nowadays, the popular method of choice for writing on your windshield is window chalk (or sometimes called glass chalk). The window chalk resembles a fat marker pen and is often used on glass storefronts as well as auto glass. It is washable and tends not to stain clothes or fabrics, and you can easily find a nontoxic brand. By squeezing out a little bit, you can control the amount as you write. Additionally, there is virtually no preparation and to clean your automobile glass, simply wash with soap and water. To purchase window chalk, go to the crayon aisle of your nearest super store, or buy online.
At TeleGlass we are happy to provide tips to keep your glass clean and free of any cracks that may result in full replacement auto glass. But if you do experience any damage, feel free to check out our auto glass repair services at TeleGlass.com.
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Fuzzy dice, all the rage in the seventies and early eighties, were once the pinnacle of the rearview mirror decoration. Dangling right in front of your windshield, rearview mirror décor may be an obstruction of automobile safety, according to some. In fact, in many states, you will receive either a fine or ticket for them.
Still, the decorations remain popular to this day, evolving from the fuzzy dice to all types of ornaments. The younger generation seems to favor graduation tassels, necklaces and pendants to small ethnic flags and silver and gold crosses. To make their windshields more unique, others prefer Native American dream catchers and crystals to the more pragmatic choices for auto glass decoration: parking permits and air fresheners. It seems that whatever is hanging in front of your automobile glass makes a statement about you.
We want you to know that TeleGlass is here for you. Especially in those cases where your ornaments have been separated from the rearview mirror – due to a broken windshield. No matter who you are, here at TeleGlass we embrace all ornaments and are happy to do any kind of windshield repair or auto glass repair. We provide top notch services whether you are a recent graduate or crystal-loving earth mother. Our glass repair services, including replacement glass, are available to you with just the click of a mouse at TeleGlass.com.
Photo credit: twodolla/ on Flickr / CC BY 2.0
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Imagine, having your broken or cracked windshield fixed in thirty minutes or less in the convenience of your own driveway. For windshield repair, Teleglass’ Nationwide mobile service is the easiest, fastest way for auto glass repair. There is no need for a long wait at the shop, instead with the click of a mouse, you can schedule an appointment, and in many cases, have it completed on the same day.
So how does it work?
If you need mobile replacement glass service for windshields, visit the Teleglass homepage and select “I want a service van to come to me,” type in your zip code, and then choose when you want the glass repair to be done. Once you click on Next, a list will appear for Mobile Appointments, and you can select the time that is most convenient for you. It’s just that simple.
Our mobile service is just as highly regarded as our in shop service. In fact, Teleglass’s auto glass service technicians carry all of the tools and parts needed to repair your automobile glass right in their service vans. And once the technician is done with a repair, your windshield will be as good as new and your car will be ready to drive immediately.
To schedule an appointment for windshield replacement, please visit our homepage and follow the instructions above, or call us at 1-888-479-9590.
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Sheila O'Toole.
Managing Director for TeleGlass National. Having spent almost two decades in Auto Glass, I truly enjoy the dynamic, fast-paced culture the industry provides. Every day I get to help people out which is truly fulfilling.
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In today’s installment of Ask TeleGlass, we’re taking a question from the Web about the quality of windshield repairs. Duke, who used another shop asked,
How good is the windshield repair process. I have a chip like a watermelon pit. The guy came out and it looks?
It looks worse now. I thought they virtually make it “NEW” again. It is a small chip. I think the guy just didnt know how to do the process.
How good is the windshield repair process. I have a chip like a watermelon pit. The guy came out and it looks?
It looks worse now. I thought they virtually make it “NEW” again. It is a small chip. I think the guy just didnt know how to do the process.
Duke has a common question, so we thought we’d take a stab at it.
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In 2009 he joined
TGSC Group as the managing director of product development. James brings expertise in customer satisfaction and service delivery to the team. He guest blogs for TeleGlass and is an
amateur photographer. Find him on Twitter @
jronaldlee.
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Sheila, Michelle, and I went to the Independent Glass Association‘s Convention and Spring Auto Glass Show this week. More about that later, but for now I wanted to highlight one of the relationships we were happy to strengthen.
We don’t do business with Sika, and neither do you. But a lot of the glass shops we partner with do, and when James and Tom invited us to lunch on Wednesday, we enjoyed the chance to get to know them better. They had a nice display at their booth, and they make really good products for auto glass replacement. I really admire their stance on safety and how it applies to windshield replacements.
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James Lee.
In 2009 he joined
TGSC Group as the managing director of product development. James brings expertise in customer satisfaction and service delivery to the team. He guest blogs for TeleGlass and is an
amateur photographer. Find him on Twitter @
jronaldlee.
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