Practical guides from the makers of STORM SHIELD Hurricane Barriers. These articles explain the codes, tests and design choices behind hurricane window and door protection in plain language, for homeowners, facility managers, architects and contractors.
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See-Through Hurricane Shutters: How They Work
How see-through hurricane shutters work, how perforated metal compares with clear polycarbonate, and what to check before choosing a see-thru system.
Hurricane Shutters vs Plywood
Hurricane shutters vs plywood: how each protects windows, FEMA plywood guidance, installation time, cost, safety and why tested shutters perform better.
Miami-Dade NOA for Hurricane Shutters Explained
What a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) is, how TAS 201, 202 and 203 testing works, and how to read an NOA before buying hurricane shutters.
ASTM E1996 Missile Levels and Level E Explained
ASTM E1886 and E1996 explained: missile levels A to E, why Level E applies to essential facilities, and what it means for hurricane shutters.
Hurricane Protection for Schools, Hospitals & EOCs
How to protect windows and doors at schools, hospitals, shelters and emergency operations centers: codes, Level E impact protection and planning tips.
Permanent vs Removable Hurricane Shutters
Permanent vs removable hurricane shutters compared: preparation time, storage, security, appearance and cost, with tips for choosing per opening.
Bahama Shutters vs Hinged Hurricane Barriers
Bahama shutters vs side and top hinged hurricane barriers: shade, light, storm preparation, maintenance access and which openings suit each style.
Hurricane Shutter Design Pressure Ratings Explained
What design pressure (DP) means for hurricane shutters, positive vs negative pressure, how ASCE 7 sets requirements, and how to match ratings to openings.
Hurricane Shutters and Emergency Egress
How to protect bedroom and escape windows from hurricanes without trapping occupants: egress rules, release mechanisms and safe shutter choices.
Hurricane Protection for Arched & Custom Windows
How to protect arched, circle-top, eyebrow and custom-shaped windows and skylights from hurricanes, and why custom-fabricated barriers fit best.
Perforated Metal Screens for Sun Control & Energy
How exterior perforated metal screens cut solar heat gain, what shading coefficient and SHGC mean, and how hurricane barriers can save cooling energy.
Hurricane Shutters for Historic Buildings
How to protect historic buildings from hurricanes while preserving their character: review boards, reversible installation and see-thru barriers.
Hurricane Shutter Maintenance Guide
A practical hurricane shutter maintenance guide: pre-season inspection, cleaning, hinges, pins, anchors and finishes, plus a post-storm checklist.
Security Screens vs Hurricane Barriers
Security screens vs hurricane barriers: what each is designed to stop, how testing differs, and how one perforated metal product can provide both.
Where to Start
New to hurricane protection? Begin with hurricane shutters vs plywood and permanent vs removable shutters to understand the basic options. If you are specifying products for a project, read Miami-Dade NOA explained, ASTM E1996 missile levels and design pressure ratings. Facility managers will find hurricane protection for critical facilities and emergency egress especially useful.
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