| In 1992, when Hurricane
Andrew slammed into South Florida, the state government
went into action to create new building codes that
would impact Southern Florida and all of the coastal
areas in the state. In the building industry, there
has been much investment into research and development
of all building products to meet the new codes as
set forth by the Florida lawmakers.
These building codes require that any hurricane
resistant glass and glazing can pass certain tests
that measure the effects of impact and wind pressure.
The Hurricane Test Protocol addresses Large Missile
Impact Test, Small Missile Impact Test where timber
or metal impacts the glass at high speeds. In
addition, Cyclic Pressure Loading Test may be
used to test the glass to withstand various wind
pressures.
Lee & Cates can supply systems that can be
used in your home or office which meet the strict
guidelines as set forth by the state and Dade
County. While it has been many years since Northeast
Florida has felt the impact of a major hurricane,
we are definitely in the line of past hurricane
tracks. If you are concerned about your existing
home or you are remodeling or building new, let
Lee & Cates Glass assess your needs and supply
you with the most up-to-date glazing materials
for protection against that major storm.
Download
"Defending
Against Damage and Devastation"
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can withstand the wrath of hurricanes.
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