email a quote request E&T Plastics of Florida, Inc. 2830 NW 55th Court Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309 Toll free: (800) 234-4525 |
Clear Hurricane Panels |
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Clear storm protection, keeps you out of the dark. |
Transparent Storm Panels Ease of Installation Will not shatter, rust or corrode Superior shape retention and strength Can be combined with your steel shutters Ultra lightweight compared to steel panels Highly dent resistant, compared to aluminum panels Completely transparent up to 85% light transmission Meets SBBCI requirements for coastal window protection Blocks Ultraviolet rays that can damage draperies, furniture and carpets. Provides additional physical security in permanent installations Prevent a breach in the secure building envelope of protection Made from premium 103-112 UV stabilized polycarbonate resin No sharp edges helps prevents injury during handling and installation |
Clearguard® hurricane storm panels are standard industry widths for great compatibility with metal panels. Narrow
widths promote safe, easy handling unlike the "Plywood Effect" of large sheets.
They nest together for compact storage and stacking. This product is
ideal for instant metal panel upgrades. No wide overlaps are required and they fit perfectly with standard industry tracks
and hardware. No additional bars or supports are needed. Approvals include,
ICC, TDI, FL Bldg Code, Miami-Dade County, and the new ASTM HVHZ, for wind speeds greater than 140 mph. |
Approx. $8 per square foot and 1 pound per linear foot. Price per length 33" $23 45" $31 57" $39 70" $47 87" $59 102" $69 20ft $163 Your total cost is: price per length, plus exact shipping charges. There are no other charges. Lengths over 72" are out of code in Broward & Dade County with exceptions see manufacturers specifications; |
Standard width (15.25") and height for easy replacement of metal panels. |
Matching, precision machined, "keyhole" slots. |
Once again, we respect your time, with published prices. This site lets you avoid "packaging fees" and vague, calculator pricing. |
You may find this information helpful for your measurements and installation: Information pertaining to hurricane shutters is in the current FBC, Chapter 24 “Glass and Glazing,” Section 2413 “High Velocity Hurricane Zones Storm Shutters External Protective Devices.” The following sections in the building code could apply. “2413.7 Storm shutters must completely cover an opening in all directions.” “2413.7.1 On any side of an opening, the maximum side clearance between the shutter and a wall or inset surface shall be ¼ inch (6.4 mm). Any distance in excess of ¼ inch (6.4 mm) shall require end closure or shutter overlap, where applicable.” “2413.7.2 Shutter overlap shall be a minimum of 1.5 times the side clearance between the shutter and the wall.” |
Overlap is built in to the basic design of the panels. |
The panels side edges are rounded over (radius) for easy, non sharp handling. |
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Clear guard panels meet or exceed all Building Codes for Hurricane Protection in
the USA, even the latest ASTM test criteria. High Velocity Hurricane Zone and Miami Dade County (pdf) approved. |
Multi-wall Polycarbonate glazing Easily installed with no professional help |
To retain the best prices on these panels, we do not offer installation, half panels, (width) or cutting to length. There are 7 stock lengths to choose from. |
Inquire about our range of clear sheets for storm protection, solariums, atriums
and greenhouses. |
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Do it yourself clear shutter installation, over doors and windows, for large savings. |
E & T Plastics does not install this product |