Polycarbonate Windshields Engineered for Heavy Duty.
One-stop manufacturing: extrusion, coating, screen printing, thermoforming. OE supplier to Volvo CE F-Series.
Three Numbers That Matter
- 250xstronger impact resistance than tempered glass
Polycarbonate absorbs impact energy without cracking or shattering.
- 2H-4Hscratch protection with wiper-safe hard coating
Coated polycarbonate retains optical clarity even with daily wiper use.
- 5-10yrfield service life in construction and agriculture
Correctly specified polycarbonate outlasts multiple glass replacements.
Glass vs Hard-Coated Polycarbonate
| Property | Glass | Polycarbonate |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Strength | Shatters on impact | 250x stronger |
| Weight | 2.5 g/cm3 | 1.2 g/cm3 (52% lighter) |
| Thermal Range | -20 to +80 C | -40 to +120 C |
| UV Stability | Blocks UV | UV-stabilized grades available |
| Scratch Resistance | Hard (Mohs 6) | 2H-4H hard-coated |
| Optical Clarity | 88% | 88%+ |
| Replacement Cost | $180-250 | $40-60 |
| Service Life (fleet) | 6-12 months | 5-10 years |
Wiper safety note: Uncoated wear-resistant PC is not recommended for wiper applications. Hard-coated PC is engineered for wiper use.
In-House Process from Sheet to Windshield
01ExtrusionCustom-color, UV-stabilized PC sheet with co-extruded protective cap. Thickness 2 mm to 15 mm.
02Hard CoatingDual-sided siloxane flow-coat with thermal cure for wiper-safe, chemical-resistant surface.
03Screen PrintingBlack frit borders, defroster grids, and tint gradients printed to OEM specifications.
04ThermoformingCNC drape and pressure forming for curved 3D windshields with OEM profile and tight tolerances.
Industries and Vehicle Types
Construction Equipment Excavators, wheel loaders, bulldozers, dump trucks, and graders.
Forestry and Logging Impact-resistant glazing for harvesters, skidders, and forwarders.
Agricultural Cabs Lightweight replacement panels for tractors, sprayers, and harvesters.
Mining Vehicles Haul trucks, drilling rigs, and support vehicles.
Utility Fleets Service trucks, inspection vehicles, and municipal fleets.
Custom OEM Programs Engineered cab glazing and private-label replacement parts.
Technical Specifications
- Material
- Optical-grade polycarbonate sheet
- Thickness
- 2 mm to 12 mm, custom by drawing
- Impact Strength
- 250 times stronger than tempered glass
- Surface Hardness
- 2H to 4H hard coating options
- UV Protection
- Single or double-sided UV-stabilized layer
- Optical Transmission
- 88% and above
- Thermal Range
- -40 C to +120 C continuous
- Certification
- IATF 16949 certified manufacturing line
OE supply reference
IATF 16949 Production for Global Equipment Brands
We supply formed polycarbonate windshields to international OEM programs under IATF 16949 quality management. Our production line handles extrusion, coating, printing, and thermoforming within the same certified facility.
Manufactured under the identical quality system that serves global construction, agriculture, and heavy-equipment supply chains.
Audited IATF 16949 production facility, Suzhou, China
Polycarbonate Windshield Questions
Can polycarbonate windshields replace glass directly?
Yes, when thickness, coating, curvature, mounting points, and sealing details are specified from the original drawing or sample.
Is the windshield safe for wipers?
Wiper use requires a wiper-safe hard coating plus validation of blade pressure, washer fluid, and cleaning practices.
Will polycarbonate scratch?
Uncoated PC scratches easily. Hard-coated PC offers much better abrasion resistance for heavy-duty cab glazing.
Can you thermoform curved windshields?
Yes. Flat, single-curved, and formed parts can be produced according to tooling, drawings, and tolerance requirements.
Can you add black borders or logos?
Yes. Printed borders, logo marks, masking, and OEM-style visual details can be added before forming where appropriate.
What do you need for a quote?
Send drawings, thickness, annual volume, coating requirements, application photos, and any available sample details.
Request Windshield Engineering Support
Send your dimensions or drawings for a technical review and quotation.