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Bird Guard Glass from Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope Sets a New Standard in Avian Safety

DALLAS – (March 06, 2026) 

Protecting our feathered friends is easier than ever with Bird Guard Glass from Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope (OBE). This American Bird Conservancy (ABC) tested and listed product represents a significant step forward in responsible architectural glass.
 

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Millions of birds collide with architectural glass every year, making bird-safe glazing a critical environmental priority. OBE’s Bird Guard Glass addresses this important need with glass designed to reduce bird collisions in commercial, residential, institutional, and transit applications. Bird Guard Glass may also help projects qualify for LEEDĀ® Innovation Credit for Bird Collision Deterrence.

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Bird Guard Glass empowers architects to achieve their creative visions by preserving unobstructed views for building occupants and supporting daylighting goals. Beyond visual clarity, it offers architects and designers versatile, high-performance options that meet bird-safe building codes while simultaneously enhancing aesthetic appeal. Available in dot and square patterns, Bird Guard Glass supports a wide range of faƧade styles while delivering reliable avian protection.

 

Technical Advances

Bird Guard Glass utilizes first surface laser-enamel printing that does not etch or remove glass, creating a permanent, maintenance-free glazing surface that remains visible to birds while maintaining clear views and superior translucency for building occupants.

The printed surface is exceptionally durable and resistant to wear, abrasion, UV radiation, and climatic stress. Its aligned patterns also allow for easier installation in field.

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Multiple OBE Bird-Friendly Solutions

In addition to Bird Guard Glass, OBE can also fabricate a variety of other bird-friendly solutions, including:

•    Acid Etch & Laser Etch: Traditional bird-friendly design solutions
•    Digitally Printed Patterns: Designed to meet both aesthetic and avian-safety needs
•    UV Coating: Makes glass visible to birds and helps prevent collisions while remaining clear

To learn more or request a sample, visit obe.com.
 

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