Hurricane shutters which are also called storm panels provide an effective and relatively affordable way to cover window and door openings.
Bertha hurricane panels installation instructions.
Panel tracks make assembly and installation faster and easier.
Having hurricane shutters installed may lower your insurance rate.
For either installation method panels can be overlapped by more than 1 rise but should always be overlapped at least 1 rise for the most effective installation.
Also follow the manufacturer s installation instructions.
2 bertha system 050 bertha aluminum bertha clear single double panels 24 ga bertha galvanized steel 2 1 4 bertha system 040 bertha aluminum 050 bertha aluminum.
Panels are attached with anchors top and bottom or by tracks.
The three main materials are made of steel aluminum or clear polycarbonate.
Here we ll discuss the key steps to installing corrugated aluminum shutters which are quick and easy to install remove and store away.
Removable panels are made of a variety of materials.
Special situations such as protruding windowsills overhangs etc may require minor adjustments to the above instructions.
Storm panels are considered one of the most economical choices for hurricane and storm.
2 fasteners are to be installed at opposing ends or opposing sides of the shutter panels.
1 this table is based on 140 mph design wind speeds a 45 ft average roof height and an open exposure.
Before you begin installing shutters always check with local building codes to make sure you re in compliance.
Fbc non hvhz fbc hvhz tdi ibc irc miami dade hurricane 02 2 050 bertha aluminum storm panel mill finish 1 2 panel available 2 24 gauge bertha galvanized steel panel 1 2 panel available 2 coverage chart one panel half panel.
For more information check with your insurance company to see if you qualify.
3 when anchors are installed in concrete masonry or masonry stucco you can use the same spacing if the anchors are vibration resistant and have a listed typical ultimate capacity usually what is.
Bertha 0 25 in x 3 25 in white steel hurricane shutter panel hardware.
Panels are cut to size and attached with anchors or tracks for easier assembly and installation.
2 bertha roll form storm panel system code approved.