IQ Glass (International), Sky House, Raans Road, Amersham, UK, HP6 6JQ
Specification
Glass Performance
Dimensions and Limitations
Thermal and Acoustic Characteristics
Operational and Maintenance
IQ Glass International’s hurricane resistant sliding doors combine exceptional structural performance with elegant aesthetics, making them ideal for residential properties in hurricane-prone regions such as the Caribbean and coastal US. Our hurricane resistant sliding doors are certified according to rigorous Florida Building Code Test Protocols (TAS 201, 202, and 203), providing robust protection against extreme hurricane conditions while maintaining elegant, slim-profile designs. These doors enable seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces, maximizing panoramic ocean views.
Impact-Resistant Glass Technology
Our hurricane resistant sliding doors use advanced laminated glass technology specifically engineered to withstand hurricane-force winds, heavy rainfall, intense wind-driven debris, and significant pressure fluctuations typical of hurricanes. The glazing comprises multiple panes of tempered glass fused with durable polymer interlayers, ensuring exceptional impact resistance and enhanced safety. Under severe debris impacts, the integrity of the glass is maintained, ensuring continuous occupant protection.
The high-performance glazing eliminates the need for traditional storm shutters, providing continuous hurricane protection throughout the season without compromising visual clarity or aesthetic appeal. The slim aluminum framing is discreetly reinforced, enabling large panel sizes with ultra-minimal sightlines of just 1 inch.
Certified Hurricane Performance
Our hurricane resistant sliding doors have successfully passed rigorous testing in compliance with the Florida Building Code Test Protocols, specifically TAS 201, 202, and 203. These protocols comprehensively evaluate resistance to high-velocity impacts, extreme wind pressures, and intensive water infiltration.
These systems offer certified protection, meeting the highest standards for large-missile impact resistance and cyclic wind pressure loads of up to ±3510Pa. Advanced sealing and drainage technologies integrated into the frames ensure exceptional weather performance, effectively preventing water ingress even under severe storm conditions.
Thermal and Acoustic Performance
Beyond outstanding hurricane protection, our sliding doors deliver excellent thermal insulation and noise reduction properties. This combination makes our hurricane resistant sliding doors particularly suited to luxury residential properties, providing year-round comfort, energy efficiency, and quiet interiors.
Thermally broken aluminum frames and advanced laminated glazing significantly minimize thermal transfer and reduce external noise, enhancing overall comfort in coastal and storm-prone locations.
Seamless Integration and Design Flexibility
Architects and designers can seamlessly incorporate our hurricane resistant sliding doors into diverse architectural styles and luxury design concepts. With expansive panel capabilities, these sliding doors allow for architectural flexibility, including multi-panel installations, open-corner configurations, and flush thresholds to create uninterrupted indoor-outdoor spaces.
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Specification
Glass Performance
Composition:
Multi-layer laminated glazing; outer pane tempered laminated glass, inner pane tempered glass
Wind Load Resistance:
Certified cyclic pressures up to ±3510Pa (TAS 203)
Impact Certification:
Florida Building Code Test Protocol Large Missile Level D (TAS 201)
Water Resistance:
Fully watertight under hurricane-level testing conditions (TAS 202)
Dimensions and Limitations
Frame Sightline:
Ultra-slim 1 inch aluminum profiles
Typical Glass Unit Thickness:
2.1 inches
Panel Sizes:
Oversized custom panels available, typically exceeding dimensions of 118 inches x 79 inches
Configurations:
Available in multi-panel sliding, pocket sliding, and open-corner configurations
Thermal and Acoustic Characteristics
Frame:
Thermally broken aluminum
Insulation:
Enhanced thermal insulation reducing energy consumption
Noise Reduction:
Effective acoustic insulation due to laminated glazing construction
Operational and Maintenance
Maintenance:
Low-maintenance aluminum frames with durable finishes suitable for coastal environments
Operational:
Smooth-sliding mechanisms available in manual or motorized options
Would you like to specify hurricane resistant sliding doors? Contact us now.