Rolling hurricane shutters are the most popular and convenient type of hurricane storm shutter on the market. The reason for its success is mainly do to the fact that they are not noticeable unless you have them closed.
Another benefit of rolling storm shutters is the ability to be installed on just about any building, regardless of the way you want it setup.
To open or close rolling shutters, you can have an electric motor, hand operated crankshaft or a pull tape system.
Roll down hurricane shutters can be closed or opened from inside or outside, whichever you prefer.
If you wanted to get the best use out of the system, your rolling shutters can have a central control system which will open and close them automatically on a schedule, when winds get to high or at the flick of a switch when you want them to.
The way rolling hurricane shutters work, is with a series of slats that roll up into a housing case for compact storage. When opening or closing the slats, they slide on a track at both sides.
The tracks and hood are the only parts that take up space, so usually 3 inches of space is needed for the tracks, and six to twelve inches for the hood at top.
Some Considerations When Buying
If you are still in the building process of a home or business that you need roll down hurricane shutters for, you can have them built in right along with the windows and doors so there will be no large part visible to the naked eye.
You should also consider the impact ability of your windows, because you might be able to just get some impact glass to protect them depending on the severity of storms at the location.
Another important reminder about rolling hurricane shutters is the fact that you can not have any custom shapes likes angles or arches for certain situations.
You need to also consider obstructions like exterior lights or other things that might get in the way of the installation.
Overall, you need to remember that rolling hurricane shutters have the highest initial cost, but provide the best protection available on the market.
Features & Benefits:
Features:
* All aluminum, stainless steel, or plastic components for oxidation resistance.
* All-Weather aluminum roll formed foam-filled and heavy-duty extruded aluminum slat profiles.
* Simple manual operators: strap recoil box, cord crank box, strap crank box, gear crank, spring assist.
* Push button electrical motor operators.
* Standard Colors to blend with any color scheme. Many custom colors available.
* Powder Coated weather resistant paint finishes.
* 3 Closure positions- partially opened position allows light and ventilation to filter through shutter.
* Die-cast aluminum End Caps.
* 2-piece shutter housing for easy maintenance.
* Extruded aluminum guide rails with plastic entry guide for stable curtain motion.
* Optional removable spring-loaded front and rear stormbars.
* Industry Leading Warranty
Benefits:
* Protects window and door openings from driving wind and rain damage.
* Provide a physical barrier to deter burglars.
* Sun Protection. Eliminates fade damage to fabrics caused by extensive sun exposure.
* Reduced energy costs.
* 100% Privacy when closed.
* You control the amount of light through the shutters.
* Semi-open position allows shadow and motion detection.
* Storm and Hurricane protection.
* Projectile protection from airborne particles caused by high winds.
* Increased insulation factors.
* Increased property values.
* Reduced insurance premiums.
