Bird Friendly glass: protect birds with patterns & coatings

As cities expand and architectural glass continues to dominate modern skylines, one critical issue is often overlooked bird collisions. Every year, millions of birds die worldwide after flying into reflective or transparent glass surfaces. These collisions are not only tragic but preventable. The solution lies in bird-friendly glass a blend of thoughtful design, innovation, and environmental responsibility.

Why Do Birds Collide With Glass?

Unlike humans, birds cannot recognize glass as a barrier. They either see the reflection of sky, trees, or clouds assuming it’s a continuation of their flight pathor they attempt to fly through clear glass, unaware of the obstruction. This makes façades, windows, and glass balustrades particularly hazardous, especially in areas with greenery or natural migration paths.

How Bird-Friendly Glass Works

Bird-friendly glass is engineered with patterns, textures, or coatings that are visible to birds but subtle to humans. These markings break up the glass surface visually and alert birds to the presence of a solid barrier. The most effective bird-friendly solutions follow the "2x4 rule":

•    2 inches between horizontal markers

•    4 inches between vertical markers

These dimensions are based on a bird’s average wingspan and behavior in flight, ensuring they perceive the space as non-navigable.

FG BirdPro™: The Finest Solution for Bird Safety

FG Glass has responded to this environmental need with FG BirdPro™, a purpose-built product crafted to significantly reduce bird-glass collisions while maintaining aesthetic and performance standards.

What makes FG BirdPro™ stand out?

- Scientifically Proven Patterns: Designed in accordance with global bird collision prevention guidelines.

- Multiple Customization Options: Available in ceramic frits, UV coatings, digital prints, and acid-etched designs, depending on your design intent and visibility preferences.

- Durability & Energy Efficiency: BirdPro™ integrates seamlessly with CLIMACOOL™ (IGU), LAMISECURE™ (laminated glass), or ENAMELITE™, ensuring safety without compromising insulation, solar control, or strength.

- Architectural Versatility: From high-rise façades to glass railings and skylights, BirdPro™ adapts to your project needs, offering a harmonious balance of design, safety, and sustainability.

A Step Towards Eco-Conscious Architecture

Installing bird-friendly glass like FG BirdPro™ is more than a compliance measure it's a reflection of your commitment to ecological responsibility. Whether you're designing a public institution, office complex, or residential tower, using bird-safe glass contributes to wildlife preservation and enhances your project's green building credentials (LEED, WELL, etc.).

Choose the Best for Birds and for Your Building

With FG BirdPro™, you don’t have to choose between modern design and environmental sensitivity. As one of the finest bird-friendly glass solutions available today, it empowers architects and developers to protect avian life one façade at a time.

Let’s build a safer sky. Learn more at  www.fgglass.com