CERTIFICATION & TESTING

• Certified and stamped by a Professional Engineer to meet and exceed the requirements set by FEMA 320, 361 and ICC 500 codes.

• Tested by Texas Tech Wind Science and Engineering Research Center and passed all requirements to withstand impacts associated with the 250 MPH winds of an EF-5 tornado.

STRUCTURE

• 1/4” Steel plate walls, roof, and floor.

• Internal structural framing consists of vertical and horizontal 4” “C” channels.

• Door opens to the inside to prevent entrapment.

ANCHORING

• Anchoring is equally as important as the structure.

• Anchors are installed every 12” along the inside walls.

• Our customized anchor system matches the exact thickness of your slab and provides maximum protection.

EXTERIOR

• Primer coated.

• Two coats of high quality industrial white acrylic enamel paint.

• Custom colors available.

DOOR

• Vault style reinforced door weighs over 300 lbs. with 4” Structural “C” channel framing.

• Three stainless steel 1” diameter locking pins with removable handles.

• Three heavy duty barrel hinges w/grease fittings.

• Drill proof and pick proof high security deadbolt.

• Our 5×8 Shelter comes standard with handicap accessible door.

VENTILATION

• Three large vents with louvers protect against debris entry.

• Vent locations create a natural air flow with two in the upper back corners and one in the lower portion of the door.

 

Custom options available along with custom sizes and community shelters.