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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.
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.”
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