KFORTS burglar RESISTANCE glass System

Resist. class

 Anticipated method and attempts at gaining entry

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The casual burglar additionally attempts to gain entry using simple tools, e.g., screwdrivers, pliers, wedges, and, in the case of grilles and exposed hinges the use of small handsaws. Mechanical drilling tools are not associated with this level of burglar as a result of the use of drill-resistant cylinders. The burglar typically attempts to take advantage of opportunities, has little knowledge of the likely level of resistance, and is concerned with both time and noise. No specific knowledge of the likely rewards is anticipated, and the level of risk the burglar is willing to take is low.

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The burglar attempts to gain entry using a crowbar, an additional screwdriver, and hand tools such as a small hammer, pin punches, and a mechanical drilling tool. With the use of the crowbar, the burglar has the opportunity to apply increased force. With the drilling tool, the burglar is able to attack vulnerable locking devices. The burglar typically attempts to take advantage of opportunities, has some knowledge of the likely level of resistance, and is concerned with both time and noise. No specific knowledge of the likely rewards is anticipated, and the level of risk the burglar is willing to take is medium.

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The practiced burglar uses, in addition, a heavy hammer, an axe, chisels, and a portable battery-powered drill. The heavy hammer, axe, and drill give the burglar an increased number of attack methods. The burglar anticipates a reasonable reward and is likely to be resolute in his efforts to gain entry. He is also less concerned with the level of noise he produces and is prepared to take a greater risk.

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The experienced burglar uses, in addition to electric tools (e.g., drills, jig and saber saws, and an angle grinder with a disc of max. 125 mm diameter). The use of the angle grinder further expands the range of attack methods likely to be successful. The burglar anticipates a reasonable reward, is resolute in his efforts to gain entry, and is well organized. He also has little concern for the level of noise he generates and is prepared to take a high level of risk.

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The experienced burglar uses in addition, a spalling hammer, powerful electric tools, e.g., drills, jig and saber saws, and an angle grinder with a disc of max. 230 mm diameter. The tools are capable of being operated by a single person, have a high level of performance, and are potentially very effective. The burglar anticipates a good level of reward, is resolute in his efforts to gain entry, and is very well organized. He also has no concern for the level of noise he generates and is prepared to take a high level of risk.