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Granite Belt Body Works is the Panel and Paint specialist in Stanthorpe QLD. We repair all types of smash damage be it from Kangaroo's, other cars, hail or general smash. We use modern repair…
Competitive Windscreens is an Australian-owned family business that has been established for over 20 years. We offer a friendly and professional service, with our absolute focus being customer…
We repair bulls eye's, stars, combination and crack repairs in your windscreen. We can also repair a loose steering wheel grip to new again. Do you have faded or yellow headlights? We can restore…
Super Cheap Windscreens Melbourne is a Premier Melbourne and Metropolitan Automotive Glass Repair and Replacement Windscreen Supply and Fitting Service that comes to you by appointment for all…
Australasia's Largest Independent Fitting Business. Instant Windscreens & Tinting is dedicated to building enduring relationships and providing the best service and product at a competitive price.…
Instant windscreens & tinting specialise in repairing cracks and chips, automotive glass replacements for all makes and models as well as window tinting services for cars, homes and offices.
Australasia's Largest Independent Fitting Business. Instant Windscreens & Tinting is dedicated to building enduring relationships and providing the best service and product at a competitive price.…
Since 1988 we have been servicing the Murraylands & surrounding areas with more than car & truck windscreen replacements & car tinting. Our services & products include� Car, Home + Office tinting �…
Perth�s very own D & C Auto Glass� is a proudly LOCALLY owned and LOCALLY operated business servicing the automotive glass requirements of private and insurance customers in the Perth Metro Area. We…
Hervey Bay Mobile Windscreens offer a prompt & reliable in branch or mobile windscreen replacement & windscreen repair service as well as all auto glass & rubber seal replacements. We can replace…
We always first try to repair your existing windscreen before replacing it with a new one, usually saving you both time and money. Sometimes though, the type, size and position of the damage will…
Windscreen repair and replacement, side windows and rear glass replacement at very competitive prices. Save $$$ compared to other windscreen companies. We promote a repair before replace policy, as…
Cooloola Autoglass is a MOBILE windscreen replacement and repair business, based out of the Cooloola region. The owner/operator of Cooloola Autoglass - ShaneO - is a qualified windscreen fitter, who…
Instant windscreens & tinting specialise in repairing cracks and chips, automotive glass replacements for all makes and models as well as window tinting services for cars, homes and offices.
We specialise in auto glass services including, windscreen repair (stone and crack repairs), windscreen replacement including rear and side auto glass, windscreen re-seals, wiper blade replacement,…
We do: - Mobile Glass Service - Windscreens - Sides and rear
High Country Smash Repairs, also trading as Mansfield Windscreen Services, holds a reputation of quality workmanship & friendly service in the Mansfield district. Since 1987, Graham Irvin has…
Petrena Windscreens is a professional and reliable company with over 25 years experience and service to the Toowoomba area. You know you are on the right track when you contact us. We can do almost…
Lake Macquarie Auto Glass is a professional and reliable business which specialises in windscreen replacement, window tinting and Stone chip repairs in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter Valley. We…
Top Class Windscreens with almost 30 years of experience provides quality Windscreen replacement and Windscreen repairs services in Frankston, Hastings and Mornington Peninsula including surrounding…
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Ballarat (7)East Coast (14)Geelong (3)Melbourne (96)Northern District (15)South Coast (4)South West (1)Western District (6)A windscreen is the front window of a vehicle, in this case, cars. These are generally made of laminated safety glass which is a type of treated glass glued into the window frame. These protect the driver from wind, flying debris, and temperature extremes. A windscreen is required to stay in one piece even when broken as these are essential for safety of the car's passengers. Historically, the main force of innovation on windscreens is the need to prevent injury from sharp glass fragments.
New windscreens are available at any dealer or auto parts store in Australia. The prices of new windscreens can be very high and the installation might take a little time to accomplish.
On the other hand, the repair of car windscreens is a process that makes use of modern technology and a lot of skill to fill the damaged area with adhesive resin which then cured with ultraviolet light. When this is done, the restored part is almost as clear as it was before. A clean work area is very important to ensure a successful job.
Early windscreens were made of ordinary window glass that were easy to break and could lead to a lot of serious injuries in the event of a crash or accident. Several lawsuits have led to the development of stronger windscreens made of stronger materials. In 1919, Henry Ford used a new technology he found in France called glass laminating which makes windscreens significantly stronger and better. Ford eventually ordered the use of laminated glass on all of his vehicles. This technology has been improved today with the use of special techniques discovered over the years.
Several countries prohibit the use of heavily tinted windscreens for security purposes. The use of heavily tinted glass in vehicle windscreens has been restricted by laws in many places and has instead specified a maximum level of tint permitted. However, due to the discomfort and the distraction caused by the glare of the sun, some vehicles have noticeably darker tint in the uppermost part of the windscreen.
Today's windscreens are a tougher safety device just like seat belts and air bags as it protects the vehicle's occupants from debris and the wind.
The Australian Automotive Aftermarket Association is the peak body that is concerned with the manufacturing, re-manufacturing, wholesaling, distribution and retailing of all vehicle parts, accessories, tools, equipment and services.
What you need to know when your windscreen is damaged
When the windscreen is damaged, replacing it is an option. However, it will likely cost you a lot of money since windscreens do not come cheap. It will also take more time to replace the entire windscreen.
Repairing the windscreen of the car is a better option for you since it will take less than an hour to repair the damage. It will not cost as much as replacing the entire windscreen.
10% of landfills are glass in different forms. Repairing the windscreen will keep a large amount of glass from landfills