3M™ S140 Safety & Security Film · installed by Epic
Dependable Security for Commercial Glass.
14-mil 3M protection for everyday commercial risk.
Smash-and-grab attempts and broken-glass hazards are everyday risks for storefronts, lobbies, and street-level glass. S140’s 14-mil, 3-ply construction holds shattered glass in place and slows intruders, giving security teams more time to respond.
- Storefronts
- Lobbies
- Interior partitions
- Code-driven safety glazing
Built for performance.
Smash-and-grab attempts and broken-glass hazards are everyday risks for storefronts, lobbies, and street-level glass. S140’s 14-mil, 3-ply construction holds shattered glass in place and slows intruders, giving security teams more time to respond.
Why buildings choose 3M S140
- Seismic protection: Retains broken glass within the frame, reducing injury risk.
- Smash-and-grab deterrence: Slows opportunistic break-ins by holding glass intact.
- Safety glazing: Meets ANSI Z97.1 and EN 12600 to help facilities meet code.
- UV protection: Blocks 99% of UV rays.
- Shatter-resistant hardcoat: Scratch resistance and durability.
What sets 3M S140 apart
- 14-mil, 3-ply construction — Thickest film in the Safety Series.
- 350 lbs/in break strength — Enhanced resistance to force and impact.
- 89% visible light transmission — Preserves natural light and clear views.
- Comprehensive commercial warranty — Backed by 3M, installed by Epic.
- Patent-pending Epic Method installation — Ensures S140 performs as rated.
3M S140 rating
3M S140, rendered on the actual windows.
Drag the handle. Only the glass changes; the bars show how much light and heat still come through with this film. Switch shades or series to compare.
3M Scotchshield safety and security films, all installed with the Epic Method attachment. Clear films leave the glass looking unchanged; the Ultra solar-safety films add Prestige or Night Vision sun control to the same layer. Eleven films.
Drag the handle on the photo to compare.
Rendering is computed from the film’s published optical values applied only to the glass in each photo (clear-glass baseline: 88% VLT, 8% exterior reflectance). Real appearance varies with glass type, sun angle and shade — we put real samples on your real glass before you decide.
The numbers.
Per 3M published data. Values vary by shade and glass type; representative shade shown. No window film is bulletproof or bullet-resistant.
Epic spec card: 3M S140
Two pages: performance, what sets it apart, ratings, physical properties, test standards, and Epic’s installation note.
Best for
- Storefronts
- Lobbies
- Interior partitions
- Code-driven safety glazing
Also in this family
On school entries and vestibules, commercial, government and retail glass and homes — always with the Epic Method attachment for forced-entry and blast applications. See it hold on 89 campuses in Colorado, read the district references, or buy through cooperative contracts.
Get a quote on 3M S140
Tell us the building and the glass. We confirm the right shade and attachment, then send a written estimate.
Ready to see what’s possible on your glass?
A free on-site assessment. Measurements, film recommendation, and a written estimate — no pressure, no obligation.