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Do Steelcraft PW-Series doors and FP-Series frames meet FEMA Tornado Resistant requirements?
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Steelcraft Paladin PW-Series doors and FP-Series frames meet FEMA Tornado Resistant requirements and have been designed and tested to meet the requirements of FEMA 361 guidelines and ANSI ICC 500...:
What anchors are used in FEMA Tornado Resistant openings?
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The following anchors are approve for use in FEMA Tornado Resistant openingsMasonry walls:Jamb anchors - Wire masonry anchorsSill (base) anchors - Adjustable base anchorsExisting walls:Jamb an...:
Do Steelcraft doors and frames meet Florida Building Code (FBC) requirements?
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FBC Approvals: Yes, Steelcraft doors do meet the Florida Building Code (FBC) Protocols (TAS 201, TAS 202 & TAS 203) Missile impact & ASTM E-330 applications Dade County NOAs: Yes,...:
Can H-Series doors be used in tornado applications?
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No. The Steelcraft H-Series hurricane door does not meet the FEMA 361 guidelines. The Paladin (PW14-Series) door does meet the FEMA 361 guidelines.:
What are the maximum door width and height sizes?
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Maximum nominal (overall) single door sizes are as follows:L-Series (Laminated Door)20 Gage = 3’ 0” wide X 8’ 0” high18 Gage = 4’ 0” wide X 10’ 0” high16 Gage = 4’ 0” wide X 10’ 0” high1...:
What door is used in a tornado application?
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Tornado shelter applications require the use of Paladin PW14-Series doors and FP14-Series frames: Tornado shelter doors are a tested system comprising of the door, frame and hard...:
TORNADO RESISTANT
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PW-Series, PF-Series:
What hinges can be used on tornado doors?
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The following hinges are available on Paladin series doors and frames: Butt hinges - 4 1/2" or 5" ball bearing type either standard or heavy duty Continuous hinges - full ...:
PW-SERIES
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PW14, P Series, Paladin, Paladin-Series, Paladin Series Door; Tornado, Tornado Resistant, Severe Weather: