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Progard Plastics employs best practice techniques and offering bespoke solutions to our clientele.
T (03) 9768 2412
Email: sales@progardplastics.com.au
Progard Plastics Pty Ltd
3 Mickle Street, Dandeong South VIC 3175
Progard Plastics is a trusted Australian supplier of high-performance Plaskolite Tuffak polycarbonate sheet and laminated glazing solutions, supporting safety, security, and architectural applications nationwide.
As an importer, stockist, and distributor, Progard Plastics provides access to a comprehensive range of impact-resistant polycarbonate products engineered for durability, optical clarity, and long-term performance in demanding environments.
The Plaskolite range supplied by Progard Plastics includes advanced polycarbonate sheet products such as Tuffak AR (AR2) abrasion-resistant hard-coated polycarbonate, Tuffak 15 (formerly Makrolon 15) with extended abrasion and UV resistance, and Tuffak Marine 5 (formerly Makrolon Marine 5) developed specifically for harsh marine and coastal conditions. The portfolio also includes the full Tuffak Hygard laminated polycarbonate range, incorporating both all-polycarbonate and glass-clad laminate constructions.
Tuffak Hygard laminated polycarbonate sheets are designed for high-risk safety and security glazing applications where impact resistance, ballistic protection, and optical performance are critical. Hygard products meet AS/NZS 2343:1997 classifications G0, G1, and G2, comply with UL 752 ballistic standards at Levels I, II, III, and VI, and achieve HP White TP0500 attack resistance Levels I, II, IV, and V. These certifications make Hygard laminates suitable for architectural glazing, security installations, and forestry glazing where transparent protection is required.
All Hygard laminates are manufactured using premium Tuffak polycarbonate sheet, produced for superior optical quality in protective glazing systems. Exposed surfaces feature a proprietary Tuffak AR (AR2) abrasion-resistant hard coating, providing resistance to scratching, chemical exposure, and graffiti while simplifying ongoing maintenance.
Unlike traditional glass-clad glazing, all-polycarbonate Hygard laminates resist spalling and white-out after repeated high-energy or ballistic impacts, helping maintain visibility during an attack and supporting safer operational outcomes. Hygard products meet or exceed competing alternatives and are supported by industry-leading warranties.
Tuffak polycarbonate sheet and laminated glazing systems are specified across a wide range of industries where impact resistance, safety compliance, and long-term performance are essential.
Common applications include architectural glazing, OEM manufacturing, industrial installations, transportation glazing, security barriers, signage, recreational facilities, forestry glazing, and mining and heavy equipment glazing. These products are engineered to perform in environments exposed to impact, abrasion, weathering, and high public interaction.
Tuffak products are widely used in high-security and controlled environments, including correctional facilities, detention centres, psychiatric hospitals, police stations, banks, government buildings, reception areas, and public service counters. They are also commonly installed in retail and cash-handling locations, such as convenience stores, 24-hour service outlets, cheque-cashing facilities, specialty retailers, and cash transaction windows.
Across Australia, many banks, law-enforcement facilities, youth detention centres, prisons, and government institutions have selected Tuffak polycarbonate as their preferred material for safety and security glazing. Progard Plastics has also supplied polycarbonate sheeting and laminated glazing solutions to Australian Federal Government overseas embassies and institutions, supporting asset protection and personnel safety.
TUFFAK CA is an optical-quality transparent polycarbonate sheet developed for interior wall and ceiling applications requiring IBC Class A flammability compliance. The material offers exceptional impact resistance, high temperature tolerance, and excellent visual clarity. TUFFAK CA also satisfies the NFPA 286 fire test standard, making it suitable for regulated interior building environments where fire performance and durability are critical.
The durability of the FABBACK back-coating makes Plaskolite mirrored sheet virtually unmarkable during fabrication processes.
Available in a variety of many colors, patterns and marine grades, FABBACK is ideal for slat walls, point-of-purchase displays, casinos, children’s toys, cosmetic displays and food service applications.
Safety shields reduce the transmission of airborne contaminants by acting as a physical separation between individuals; however, their surfaces can become a medium for microbial growth. AMGARD silver ion antimicrobial technology helps protect the material by inhibiting the growth and spread of microorganisms that can cause surface degradation. Incorporated directly into the product during manufacture, this protection remains effective for the entire service life of AMGARD.
TUFFAK AR polycarbonate sheet is a one or both sides hard-coated polycarbonate product that adds higher abrasion resistance and surface hardness to polycarbonate’s inherent performance benefits of impact strength and clarity.
TUFFAK marine polycarbonate products offer a smooth, glass-like finish with excellent optical clarity, supporting safe and comfortable navigation. Designed to deliver clear, distortion-free visibility, these high-impact-resistant sheets combine durability with outstanding transparency. Available in thicknesses ranging from 0.040" to 0.080", the material can be sewn to create a sharp, tailored finish for marine enclosures. TUFFAK marine products maintain dimensional stability across varying temperatures, making them suitable for all climates. Engineered to perform in demanding marine conditions, they provide long-lasting clarity, reliable performance, and a refined appearance over time.Available in a variety of many colors, patterns and marine grades, FABBACK is ideal for slat walls, point-of-purchase displays, casinos, children’s toys, cosmetic displays and food service applications.
Tuffak Hygard – The Ultimate Laminated Security Product with AR Hard-Coat Technology provides exceptional Resistance to Ballistic Attack, Bomb Attack, Physical Attack, Abrasion, and UV Degradation. Plaskolite is a recognized market leader in the production of high performance thermoplastic sheet for over half a century.