Hurricane Impact Windows
Keeping You Safe From The Storm
Eagle's HarborMaster SystemsDesigned for the impact market, Eagle's HarborMaster systems use monolithic or insulated laminated glass in combination with structural enhancements to meet or exceed the stringent code requirements of ASTM and TAS testing protocol. Eagle's testing includes firing a wood 2X4 at a window or door numerous times from a cannon at 50 feet per second, and then subjecting it to 9,000 pressure cycles to simulate sustained high winds. Selecting the appropriate glass for coas...
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Brett Roth
11/20/2009 1:13:00 PM
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Simonton's StormBreaker
Brett Roth's Insight Into WindowsThe right choice for the ultimate coastal protectionSimonton understands that residents of coastal areas want the best impact protection available against strong storms and high winds. That's why Simonton StormBreaker Plus windows are designed to be extremely strong. Plus, they're constructed of premium vinyl to achieve excellent thermal efficiency. And most importantly they provide years of beauty with almost no maintenance.StrongSimonton StormBreaker Plus vi...
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Brett Roth
11/1/2009 5:27:00 PM
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PGT's Hurricane Protection: WinGuard
WinGuard Impact-Resistant Windows Hurricane protection is just the beginning for PGT Windows. With over two million units installed and no reported impact failures, WinGuard Impact-Resistant Windows from PGT meet the most stringent code requirements for hurricane-force winds and flying debris. But WinGuard does so much more for your home, your family and your belongings. These custom windows help provide year-round security against thieves and intruders, dramatically reduce outdoor noise and...
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Brett Roth
10/26/2009 4:40:00 PM
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Hurricane Windows: What You Should Know
Brett Roth's Insight Into Hurricane Windows What you need to know...Many methods of protecting a home against hurricanes exist. None are fool-proof, but they include hurricane windows. The current gold-standard in testing is the Miami-Dade County hurricane impact test. Be clear that products that meet or exceed this test are appropriate for all area that may be impacted by hurricanes, tornadoes or other high wind situations. Remember it is your life and your property. Essentially all coasta...
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Brett Roth
10/26/2009 4:32:00 PM
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Safety Through The Storm
Brett Roth's Insight Into Windows, Doors and Coating. Something we all have to worry about here in Florida is Hurricane season. Every year we have to prepare ourselves for the worst, while hoping for another year without catastrophe. Even though the effects are felt the most on the coast, even in-land Florida has felt the fury of a few hurricanes in the past years. Here at FAS Windows and Doors we carry many different lines of hurricane impact windows. All of our window manufacturers produce hu...
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Brett Roth
8/27/2009 9:57:00 PM
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