Now there’s no need for inconvenient, unsightly panel, accordion or rolldown shutters plywood or other hurricane protection devices. Even when you’re away, WinGuard Impact-Resistant Windows and Doors guard your home against hurricanes and intruders with no effort, while reducing noise and providing UV protection. WinGuard with vinyl frames and standard insulated glass also provides enhanced energy efficiency.

Engineered to Meet Hurricanes Head-On

Hurricane Andrew, which caused such massive damage to Florida in 1992, taught researchers that violent winds alone are not the major cause of window failure.

The real cause is flying objects. As a result, codes for hurricane protection now focus on impact protection for windows and doors, not just wind velocity.

PGT WinGuard Impact-Resistant Windows and Doors combine heavy-duty aluminum frames with impact-resistant glass. A special silicone glazing process keeps the glass from breaking away from the frame. Although the glass may crack on impact, the interlayer keeps the glass intact, preventing destructive wind from entering your home.

Impact-resistant glass is comprised of two glass panes bonded with a special interlayer of clear polyvinylbutyral. Similar to auto windshields, but nine times stronger, it provides amazing protection against flying debris.

Code-Approved Hurricane Protection

WinGuard Impact-Resistant Windows and Doors with aluminum frames pass stringent Large and Small Missile Impact Tests. In the Large Missile Impact Test, a window is subjected to two impacts by a nine-pound 2 x 4 beam traveling at a speed of 50 feet per second. Then this "impacted" window is subjected to hurricane-force winds. The polyvinylbutyral interlayer keeps the window intact and sealed against wind even if glass is cracked by a flying object. All WinGuard Windows and Doors with aluminum frames have Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance, qualifying them for use in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.

WinGuard Impact-Resistant Windows and Doors with vinyl frames pass ASTM E1886/E1996 (Missile Class D) for large missile impact resistance. WinGuard with vinyl frames meets International Building Code requirements and all Florida Building Code requirements outside High Velocity Hurricane Zones (Miami-Dade and Broward Counties).

Protect Your Home in Every Way

Noise reduction

Sun protection

These remarkable windows and doors even protect your draperies, rugs, furniture and artwork from the sun’s damaging UV rays, filtering out up to 99% of harmful rays.

Peace of mind

Energy Efficiency

WinGuard with vinyl frames also offers enhanced energy efficiency with heavy-duty multi-chambered vinyl frames and standard laminated insulating glass. The insulating glass combines impact-resistant laminated glass with a third piece of glass separated by an air space for insulating value

A Choice of Styles

	Single Hung & Double Hung Windows A traditional style that is also eminently practical.		Horizontal Roller Window* An economical choice for larger openings.
	Casement Window* An elegant window style that provides easy egress in case of emergency		Fixed Lite Architectural Windows Singly or in combination with other styles, these windows add beauty and light.
	Sliding Glass Doors The perfect solution for contemporary, outdoor living.		French Doors Unsurpassed for traditional style and elegance.

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