Eco-Guard™
Series 950
Miami-Dade approved with a 4-point lock on the active door and 2-point on the inactive. The crest-style handles give it a more upscale look.
Product Overview
The Series 950 brings Miami Dade approval standards to French door design for Rock Harbor homes. This specific approval indicates testing under the most stringent hurricane protection protocols in Florida. When Pino Windows of the Keys repairs or installs Series 950 doors, clients get Miami Dade County engineering without requiring homes to be located there. The certification provides confidence that these doors meet extreme performance requirements.
The crest style handle system distinguishes this door’s operation and appearance. This hardware provides elegant control while maintaining the security and weather-sealing functions that coastal living demands. The 4-point lock on active door leaf and 2-point lock on inactive leaf create secure multipoint engagement around door perimeters. This distributed locking maintains closure integrity under wind pressure while ensuring proper weather-strip compression.
Performance & Engineering
Maximum door panel sizing reaches 39 3/4″ for single configurations or 76 1/8″ for double doors. Height extends to 108″, handling standard ceiling elevations plus generous clearance. The 4″ frame depth accommodates 7/16″ heat-strengthened glass as standard with optional 1″ tempered laminated packages when applications demand enhanced performance. Design pressure of +60/-70 psf meets code requirements for Rock Harbor installations.
Florida Product Approval for Large Missile impact brings hurricane protection up to code compliance. Heavy-gauge aluminum T6 alloy construction resists corrosion while maintaining structural strength. The residential threshold creates proper interior-exterior transition while maintaining weather seals that prevent infiltration during wind-driven rain events.
Energy-efficient Low-E coatings manage solar heat gain through the substantial glass area French doors provide. Glass with argon fill enhances insulating value, reducing conducting heat transfer between glass panes. These thermal performance features directly affect cooling costs in Rock Harbor’s climate where air conditioning runs for extended periods annually.
Sidelites extend glazing beyond operating door panels, creating expansive openings that connect interior spaces with outdoor environments. The combination of doors and sidelites can create impressive entry features or living space connections that define upscale Keys architecture. Having hurricane-rated sidelites that match door performance ensures consistent protection across entire opening assemblies.
Colonial muntin options span from 1″ profiles through substantial 4 1/4″ plain ogee-flat configurations. This variety accommodates different aesthetic directions from subtle contemporary designs through traditional French door character with prominent divided lights. Profiles include flat-flat, ogee-flat, and ogee-ogee options available in colonial, Brittany 6, and Brittany 9 patterns.
Keys-Specific Benefits
Door repairs often address hardware issues that develop over time. Multipoint locks require adjustment to maintain proper engagement as doors settle or thermal cycling affects frame dimensions. Weather-stripping compresses with use and eventually needs replacement to maintain seal effectiveness. Threshold conditions affect how smoothly doors operate and whether water can infiltrate during storms.
The crest handle system includes specific components that may need service or replacement. Handle mechanisms wear with frequent use. Lock cylinders can corrode in salt air if not properly maintained. At Pino Windows of the Keys, our service technicians carry common replacement parts and understand the specific requirements of Series 950 hardware systems.
Glass replacement becomes necessary when impact damage occurs. The 7/16″ heat-strengthened glass provides good durability, but flying debris during major storms can overwhelm any glazing system. Having pre-hung doors with straightforward glass replacement procedures gets homes secure quickly after weather events. The snap-on glazing bead design simplifies this service compared to structural gasket systems requiring special tools.
Proper maintenance extends door service life substantially. Annual inspection catches small issues before they become major problems. Lubricating moving parts prevents premature wear. Tightening hardware maintains proper door alignment and operation. Cleaning tracks and threshold areas prevents debris buildup that affects function and water management.
Rock Harbor properties face weather exposure that demands reliable hurricane protection. The Series 950’s Miami Dade approval provides confidence that doors will perform when challenged by extreme conditions. This certification represents thorough testing under protocols designed to protect against Florida’s worst storms.
Rock Harbor homeowners choosing Series 950 repairs or installations gain Miami Dade approval for maximum confidence, crest handle system for elegant operation, multipoint locking for security and sealing, sidelite options for expansive glazing, and proven construction meeting extreme standards. Trust professional Series 950 service from Pino Windows of the Keys providing complete hardware assessment and adjustment, weather-strip replacement when needed, glass repair or replacement capabilities, threshold servicing for smooth operation, and thorough testing ensuring your Rock Harbor home stays protected and functioning perfectly.
Specifications
Features:
- Heavy-gauge aluminum T6 alloy
Dimensions & Performance:
- Frame Depth: 4″
- Maximum Width Size: (X) 39 3/4″ (XX) 76 1/8″
- Maximum Height Size: 108″
- Design Pressure: +60/-70 psf
Additional Features:
- 7/16″ HS/HS
- 3-point lock active leaf/2-point lock inactive leaf
- Residential threshold
- Florida Product Approval: Large Missile
Options:
- 1″ TMP/HS
- Energy efficient LoE coatings
- Glass with argon
- Sidelites
- Available Muntins: 1″ Flat-Flat, 1″ Ogee-Flat, 1″ Ogee-Ogee, 2 1/2″ Flat-Flat, 4 1/4″ Plain Ogee-Flat
- Available in Colonial, Brittany 6, Brittany 9
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