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Hurricane Hardware: What Makes it Windstorm-Rated?

Officially, hurricane season is nearly upon us. Unofficially, the recent close call of Tropical Storm Ana is a stark reminder that it’s critical to ensure you have hurricane hardware installed on exterior doors in storm-prone areas. While hurricane hardware looks similar to standard hardware, there are a few major differences. What Makes Hurricane Hardware Windstorm-Rated? […]

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Hurricane-Rated Doors – Would They Benefit Your Facility?

If you live in a hurricane-prone area, you’re no doubt familiar with hurricane-rated doors, especially if you’re a facility owner. In light of the damage that Hurricanes Andrew and Katrina inflicted in Florida and Louisiana, code officials cracked down on the specifics for buildings that stand in high wind areas. The Florida Legislature actually came […]

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