STORM SHIELD Hurricane Barriers are engineered, manufactured, and installed in accordance with Miami-Dade County NOA, the Florida Building Code, SBCCI, IBC, the Texas Department of Insurance, and other governing body requirements.
Listed below is a summary of the general product specification for STORM SHIELD Hurricane Barriers. You can request a copy of the complete specification through our request for specs form.
General Product Specification
| Perforated metal barrier | Infill constructed of 14 ga. mill-galvannealed steel or 300 series stainless steel for ASTM E1886/E1996 Level "E" (essential facilities protection). The InvisiPerf™ pattern allows for maximum visibility and air flow using an open area of 51%. |
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| Frame | 6063-T5 extruded aluminum with a minimum wall thickness of .125". Mitered, welded, and fitted with aluminum corner keys for added stability. |
| Head / sill tracks | Fabricated from 6063-T5 extruded aluminum. |
| Finish | Weather resistant 2-stage electro-coated marine powder coat finish. Standard colors are bronze or white with custom colors available. Clear anodized aluminum finish also available. |
| Hardware | All hardware components supplied in rust inhibiting stainless steel or aluminum. |
| Egress | Single point panic release latch available for fire and life safety. Complies with NFPA 101B. |
| Installation | Easy, one-time installation. Familiar to contractors. |
| Storm preparation | Must be in place, in "closed" position, and secured with stainless steel securing pins per code. Minimal preparation time. |
Benefits for Owners and Occupants
Protection without closing the building in
The perforated infill stops wind-borne debris while still letting daylight and air through. Occupants can see out during and after a storm, which matters in emergency operations centers, hospitals and shelters where people need to keep working.
Year-round security
The same barrier that resists hurricane debris also deters break-ins and vandalism. Side hinged units can be fitted with locks, and the security egress option provides a quick exit in an emergency.
Lower solar heat gain
Independent testing measured a shading coefficient of .51 for STORM SHIELD, so solar heat gain through a protected window is reduced by almost 50%. See the sun control study for hour-by-hour data.
Low maintenance, long life
Aluminum framing, stainless steel hardware and a marine-grade powder coat are chosen for coastal conditions. Barriers are custom built for each opening for an accurate fit and finish.
Compare the available barrier styles or learn how the barriers are tested for impact and wind pressure.