EGS International
Benefits of impact protection
- Value of your unit appreciates you could recoup 80% of the project cost in added home value by installation of High Impact Door and Window Systems.
- Lower insurance cost: With a lower windstorm personal property coverage you could be entitled to up-to a 45% discount on your insurance premiums (Florida Statute 627.0629).
- Better energy value: An inefficient Door and Window systems can account for 10-25% of your total electrical bill.
- Impact glass blocks 99% ultraviolet rays (Great for rugs, curtains, flooring, artwork, etc.)
Feature on EGS Doors
- Two-coat 70% Kynarfluoropolymerfinish.
- 9/16" laminated with .060 polyvinyl butyral interlayer for missile impact ratings.
- Lineally wrapped and sealed galvanized steel reinforcements to avoid electrolytic corrosion.
- Double weather-stripping utilizing high-grade woodpile with an integral plasticfin.
- Exteriorglass wet-sealed with silicone for water shedding.
- Large missile wind load rating of 9/16" impact-resistant glazing system is +105/-130. Small missile wind load rating of 9/16" impact-resistant glazing system is +130/-130.
- 6005 T aviation grade aluminum 1/8" thickness that is 35 % stronger than the competition's.
- 300 series, nonmagnetic stainless steel rollers, casing, and wheels, which operate over a stainless steel covered track for smoother operation and longer life.
- Premium appearance with first-class finishes.
- Finishes include Oil-Rubbed Bronze, Chrome, Satin Nickel, White Antique, and Bright Brass
- Available in PVD Brass and PVD Satin Nickel
- Available in keyed, non-keyed, and passive versions.
History
EGS International was established in 1988 to engineer, design and manufacture luxury custom impact door and window wall systems. We're among the premier manufacturers of impact sliding glass door systems and highly committed to our community. We've weathered the worst of storms like David, Irene, Jeanne, Katrina and Wilma with no problems with our door systems and many relieved and satisfied customers.
From Architects to developers to building owners, our customers rely upon EGS lnternational's customized premium sliding glass door systems and Rampart fixed windows to provide state-of-the art appeal and safety from the challenging and dramatic Florida ecosystem.
We understand and respect this beautiful and yet challenging ecosystem.
Our products are manufactured to save lives and our systems are crafted in Florida in our 30,000 square-foot-facility utilizing lean, 6 sigma and 1509001 manufacturing processes to provide door and window systems that last for years and can weather multiple storms. We build to your exact measurements to ensure a secure fit to your building envelope.
Our products provide an immediate increase to your property value and lower insurance and electricity costs.
We deliver directly to your job site using our protected glass covering and storage racks to ensure that your product is protected until installation. Our streamlined manufacturing processes ensure shorter delivery times than most in the industry.
Quality, durability, and security are our clients primary concerns with impact systems and we can assure you our doors deliver!
Warranty
- EGS Metal Framing Warranty is 10 years for finish (Kynar paint (70%)
- Glass Warranty 5 years for 9/16" laminated glazing
- EGS Labor / Workmanship Warranty is 1 year from date of shipment
- EGS Operational Hardware Warranty is 1 year from date of shipment
- EGS Warranty for PVD finish push/pull handle hardware is lifetime
- EGS Products are certified / Product Approved for use in the HVHZ (high velocity hurricane zones)
- All EGS product warranties are contingent upon end user following proper Care and Maintenance Guidelines as published by MMA 609 & 610-02 documents, Cardinal IG Glass Cleaning Recommendations and EGS International LLC Sliding Glass Door and Fixed window maintenance requirements.
Approvals
- AAMA/NWWDA 101/I.S. 2 - Voluntary Specifications for Aluminum, Vinyl (PVC) and Wood Windows and Glass Doors
- MMA 1302.5 for Forced Entry Compliance
- Miami-Dade Product Control Approval
- Door units are MMA Grade: HC-130
- ASTME E987 for deglazing
- ASTM E547/E331 for water resistance
- ASTM E283 for air infiltration
- FBC TAS 201 - lmpact Test Procedures
- FBC TAS 202 - Criteria for Testing Impact and Non-Impact Resistant Building Envelope Components Using Static Air Pressure
- FBC TAS 203 - Criteria for Testing Products Subject to Cyclic Wind Pressure Loading
