Case Study
Smart Glass in Healthcare: 5 Real-life Case Studies
Smart glass is increasingly being adopted by healthcare facilities to improve patient privacy, infection control, operational efficiency, and patient experience. ToughGlaze highlights five real-world hospital deployments, including installations at hospitals in the UK and Canada, where switchable smart glass replaced traditional curtains and blinds in ICUs, patient bays, and emergency departments. The technology allows staff to instantly switch glass between transparent and opaque states, enabling patient observation without unnecessary room entry, reducing contamination risks, and improving workflow efficiency. Smart glass also supports better hygiene by eliminating fabric surfaces that can harbor pathogens, while allowing greater access to natural light and a more modern, comfortable car
