Storm & Security

IN/BOX shutters up to 13 feet tall," said Steve Miller, QMI vice president of sales. Additionally, the Qompact rarely requires storm bars due to the clear spans approved by the Florida Building Commission (FBC), the company states. The Qompact shutter is compliant up to 212 inches wide at 60 psf and 166 inches wide at 100 psf. Qompact also was approved for 160 psf and has a 96-inch clear span. The Qompact shutter is available with manual push-up/ pull-down operation, gear, motor, and low voltage controllers. Installation Standard Published for Extreme Wind/Water Exposure The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) has published FMA/AAMA/WDMA 300-12, "Standard Practice for the Installation of Exterior Doors in Wood Frame Construction for Extreme Wind/Water Exposure." The document, developed in conjunction with the Fenestration Manufacturers Association (FMA) and the Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA), includes procedures for the installation of exterior doors into residential and light commercial buildings of not more than three stories above grade in height. Developed by the AAMA/FMA/WDMA Installation Method Coordination Committee, the standard is designed for installa- tions that are subject to extreme wind and water climate exposure and addresses buildings that will be at high risk for water intrusion. "This standard is an important addition to the lineup of in- stallation practices developed by the industry to provide guidance to door installers in the extreme conditions frequently seen in coastal conditions such as in Florida," says Steve Strawn, member of the AAMA/FMA/WDMA Installation Method Coordination Committee. "Many code officials have recognized the value of the existing standard practices, and we expect adoption of the 300-12 into the next code editions." Spray Foam Products Receive FBC Approval Two spray applied polyurethane foam products by Bayer MaterialScience LLC, Spring, TX, have received approval under the Florida Building Code wind uplift requirements. As tested by an accredited third-party laboratory, Bayseal™ CC and Bayseal™ CC X had a design uplift resistance of -190 pounds per square foot. This is the highest possible rated resistance by the test apparatus, according to a company statement. Bayseal CC and Bayseal CC X meet the Florida require- ments when applied as only a fillet at the junction of the roof deck and along both sides of the roof rafter/truss top chords. "It's important to note that this approval for Bayseal Closed Cell SPF applies specifically to the roof assembly," said Jose Luna, technology manager, Bayer Spray Insulation and Roofing Materials. "Using Bayseal Closed Cell as insulation in the walls provides additional structural strength due to the monolithic sealing nature of the product. This sealing capability also helps reduce air leakage and makes homes more energy efficient. 8 Bayseal Closed Cell SPF is also naturally resistant to water, reducing the risk of mold growth within the wall cavity as a result of moisture infiltration. Bayseal Closed Cell SPF is a highly effective product against the damaging impact of high winds and water on homes." The products also qualify for homeowner insurance discounts, dependent on individual insurance company criteria and the building authority having local jurisdiction. Simonton's SafePoint Safe and Quiet Simonton Windows, Columbus, OH, has introduced Safe- Point™ impact-resistant glass. Engineered to withstand high winds and flying debris, deter intruders and reduce unwanted outside noise in the home, the laminated SafePoint glass package is available nationwide as an option on Simonton ProFinish® Brickmould 600 windows and doors. Similar in design to impact-resistant glass packages found in code-driven coastal area homes, SafePoint glass offers no-effort protection for the home, the company states. Houses constructed with ProFinish Brickmould 600 windows and doors with the SafePoint glass package do not need to be boarded up before storms or impending severe weather. Products with Safe- Point glass have passed ASTM E1886-05/1996-09 at the Missile "C" level and can withstand repeated blows by a heavy object. "This glass package is designed to make a home a safe haven," says Ken Kubus, Simonton coastal market manager. An additional benefit, the company states the SafePoint glass package provides excellent energy efficiency and serves as an effective barrier against heat transfer. WDMA, FMA to Affiliate, Integrate Operations The Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA) and the Fenestration Manufacturers Association (FMA) have announced an agreement in principle to formally affiliate and eventually integrate operations. For a number of years, WDMA, a national industry associa- tion with offices in Chicago, IL, and Washington, DC, and FMA, a regional association headquartered in Tallahassee, FL, have worked closely on codes, standards and technical issues impacting the industry in the southeastern United States. The organizations also share a significant number of the same mem- bers, and with the eventual retirement of Dick Wilhelm, FMA executive director, the leadership of both organizations decided the time was right to start planning the formal integration of the two associations to assure the continuity of industry represen- tation in the Southeast and to explore ways to enhance it, according to a statement. Over the coming months both organizations will begin the process of formalizing the details of the agreement for final approval by both organizations, with the formal change expected to take effect in January 2015. STORM&SEcURITY PROTEcTION / PEOPLE IN THE KNOW 2012

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