Rollac SecuraMax Hurricane Shutter Benefits: Storm Protection

 

When a hurricane is predicted to make landfall, and your home or business is in its pathway, you want to find as much protection for it as possible. That’s where Rollac’s rolling shutters can help, providing you with a sense of security and peace of mind. 

Our hurricane-rated shutters, SecuraMax, are not just another storm protection solution. They have set a new industry standard for strength and unbeatable storm protection. These heavy-duty window and door shutters are designed to withstand the heaviest storm impact while offering the added benefit of security for your home or business.

Whether you’re debating the cost of hurricane shutters or questioning if you need impact window coverings vs. traditional storm protection instead, let Rollac help.

With our extensive experience and knowledge, we can answer all your questions and help you identify the type of storm protection you need. There’s never been a better time to invest in your home or business’s storm protection with Rollac’s hurricane shutters.

SecuraMax Storm Protection Features

Code Approved

Don’t just take our word for it. The SecuraMax shutters have been rigorously tested to the highest standards in the United States. The Miami-Dade County, the Florida Building Code, and the Texas Department of Insurance have all approved them, a testament to their quality and reliability.

To be code-approved means Rollac’s storm protection shutters have been impact-tested and meet each state’s strict building codes. Unlike other types of hurricane window coverings, SecuraMax is built to withstand high pressures and loads to ensure durability. 

Additionally, they must endure the impact of sizeable windborne debris, including a 10 lb 4×4 piece of lumber launched like a missile at 34mph.

Extruded Strength

When preparing for hurricane season, consider that Rollac’s storm shutters are made of aluminum, an ideal lightweight and powerful metal. Whether you’re shopping for security shutters for your storefront or storm protection, unlike other hurricane shutters,  SecuraMax’s have a thick double-walled aluminum slat designed to absorb the impact of flying debris, wind, and rain as they hit your home or business.

Rails

On either side of your SecuraMax storm shutter’s frame are rails attached to the wall. These smoothly guide the hurricane-rated shutters in and out of their boxed housing up and down the rails. 

The movement of the residential or commercial shutters can be controlled automatically with either the flip of a switch, the turn of a key, or the press of a button. Their automation is often one of the reasons people choose this type of rolling shutter over their manual counterparts. 

For even more security, especially along coastal regions, Rollac offers its End Retention System. This combines the well-lubricated rails and locks of the shutter curtain, providing greater resistance when a hurricane force is applied to the covering. This system holds the shutter slats securely in place during a hurricane. This feature also allows the shutters to be used without a storm bar, which usually acts as an additional form of reinforcement.

Additional Benefits

Energy Savings

Installing Rollac’s SecuraMax storm protection shutters can offer significant energy efficiency benefits to your home or business, helping you save on energy costs and reduce your carbon footprint.

The thermal top coat can also reflect solar energy, which is especially important if you’re trying to protect the inside of your property from the damaging effects of the sun. In the down position, our storm protection shutters can prevent the fading of furniture art on the walls and carpets. They provide much-needed U.V. protection, considering how hot it can get in hurricane-prone areas of the U.S.

Visibility

Commercial shutters can prevent potential thieves from seeing inside your business after hours. For example, a company such as an equipment rental shop has a tremendously valuable inventory. By installing Rollac’s SecuraMax hurricane shutters, not only will this equipment rental shop have storm and security protection, but this covering will be solid and not perforated: criminals won’t be able to see in—no more unwanted attention or prying eyes from potential thieves.

Noise Reduction

Due to their heavy insulation, which can absorb sound vibration, storm protection shutters can also be a fantastic option for noise reduction. Whether you choose manual rolling shutters or automatic, they can block up to 80% of outside noise when closed. 

Who Needs Hurricane Shutters?

Anyone who lives in a coastal region would benefit from Rollac’s SecuraMax shutters. That’s from Texas east all the way North up to Maine and Rhode Island. Whether you own a multi-level mansion, a small beachfront cabin, or a gas station, if your area is prone to hurricanes, it’s time to invest in hurricane-rated shutters.

Also, with their high wind resistance, hurricane shutters can be used in areas such as Northern California, where heavy rain and wind storms can damage homes and businesses.

When Do You Need Hurricane Shutters?

Hurricane season begins June 1st and lasts until October 31st. According to the NOAA (The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), the best time to install storm protection is when the structure is built. 

However, many people don’t have that option. That’s why at Rollac, we strongly advise our customers to think ahead and install storm protection shutters like SecuraMax before the season starts. 

Whether you choose our SecuraMax shutters or another type of storm protection, such as accordion shutters, we can help get you the protection you need before the start of hurricane season.

What Should You Consider When Investing in Storm Protection?

The old idiom ‘you get what you pay for’ certainly applies to hurricane protection. There is no such thing as affordable hurricane protection. Rollac advises all its customers to pay for top-quality storm protection; anything less may prove more dangerous than helpful.

That includes not attempting to install the storm shutters yourself. Talk to a professional, such as someone from Rollac, about the factors to consider when buying commercial rolling shutters or residential storm protection. 

Yes, there are ways to reduce the cost of your exterior rolling shutters. They include choosing a different kind of motor for your automated rolling shutter or opting for manual instead of electric shutters altogether. 

Also, you can re-evaluate what type of storm protection your home or business needs. You may not need your automatic roof shutters for your pergola, or you may choose a different kind of permanent shutter for your windows and doors other than the SecuraMax.

Shop Rollac’s SecuraMax Shutters

As the industry standard, Rollac’s SecuraMax offers unrivaled supreme storm protection. Whether you’re researching residential rolling shutters for your first home or are looking to replace your flimsy coverings on your business with something more sturdy, we can help.

Your safety and the safety of your property is our top priority at Rollac. We look forward to speaking with you.