How Do I Get Approval To Substitute Glass Type-Interlayer On My Product Evaluation?
If you are a manufacturer with a Florida or Miami Dade Approval, or if you are trying to install a tested and approved large missile
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Help With Certifying Performance Ratings
For ASSA ABLOY Door Component Assemblies Across The US
We combine door component products to achieve a maximum wind pressure & impact rating for
ASSA ABLOY products such as:
We also combine ASSA ABLOY door components such as Adams Rite, Baron, HES, Medeco, Norton Rixson, Securitron, SimpleK, as well as non-ASSA ABLOY products.
Large Missile Impact Ratings up to +-70psf & Beyond (ASD)*
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We Mix & Match Components To Certify A Highest-Allowable Design Pressure Rating For Your Project
Building Design Pressure Analysis Also Available
Let Engineering Express Perform Your Site-Specific Evaluation Report
We will consult, analyze, and draft an engineer-sealed, project-specific report certifying your door component system for the maximum rated design pressure throughout the US.
- Fast Turnaround Time
- Consultation With A Design Professional
- $550 Per Evaluation Up To 10 Openings*
- Access to our ExpressPass Management System - Job Status, Chat, File Access, Trasnparent Quoting
Or Live Chat With Us
* Price valid through July 1 2023. Turnaround time 1-2 weeks. Custom quoting for large projects or rush needs. Evaluations are site-specific.
ORDER ENGINEER SEALED STATE-SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS
Use these links to request hardcopy or digitally signed Ceco or Curries NON-SITE-SPECIFIC performance evaluations for most states in the US.
These are useful for architectural submittals that require engineer certification of product performance where the architect or engineer of record is signing off on the project-specific use.
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Ceco Flush Door, Series: Trio Performance Evaluation Report 20-34878 FL16355.3
ViewThis plan certifies the structural performance of ASSA ABLOY DOOR GROUP CECO, Series: Trio Single Doors & Flush paired Doors throughout the US. It is sold as a non-site-specific engineered sealed evaluation report to meet the requirements of structural wind integrity per ASCE 7-16 and the current & past International Building Codes. It is similar to FL product approval FL16355.3. Use it in conjunction with your other approved documents to obtain a building permit.
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Curries Flush Door, Series: 777 Performance Evaluation Report FL16353
ViewThis plan certifies the structural performance of ASSA ABLOY DOOR GROUP CURRIES, Series: 777 Single Doors & Flush paired Doors throughout the US. It is sold as a non-site specific engineered sealed evaluation report to meet the requirements of structural wind integrity per ASCE 7-16 and the current & past International Building Codes. It is similar to the product approval listed herein. Use it in conjunction with your other approved documents to obtain a building permit.
CALCULATE YOUR LOCATION'S SITE-SPECIFIC CODE DESIGN PRESSURES
Use our interactive tool to input your project-specific parameters to view each 0pening’s site-specific design pressures.
Order certified reports for your permit with the click of a button – fast and efficient
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ASCE 7 Components & Cladding Wind Pressure Calculator
ViewCalculate components & cladding wall pressures for up to 50 openings. Easily order certified copies for permit.
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Performance Requirements Typically Requested On Project Specifications
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About Door Product Pressure Ratings and Water Infiltration
QUESTION: Why do certain door products rate a certain p.s.f like -60/+60 then lower ratings are shown throughout the product approval? Usually, the higher
What are Limitations of Small & Large Missile Impact Designs?
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What are the requirements for using ASTM Missile Level E in Florida (2021 updated)?
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Is a large missile impact window or door automatically approved for small missile impact?
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Can you substitute spacers for insulating glass units (IGU)?
The question of whether or not an installer can substitute the spacer that separates the outer from the inner glazing on an insulating glass unit
How do I calculate the effective opening area on window or door products? – What opening area should be used for wind pressure determination on a multi-panel product?
The Building Codes in the US reference ASCE-7 for the design of the components and cladding of buildings (26.1.2.2 ASCE 7-10 & ASCE 7-16).
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* Performance ratings are per tested assemblies and performed by others. Design pressures are allowable (ASD) highest rated design pressures for each system. Large Missile Impact is offered per state evaluation report or on a site-specific basis. No design or permit is to be performed for any project without a thorough review and certified approval by a licensed professional. Contact us to discuss your product certification needs before quoting, permitting, or discussing a project.