Hurricane-Resistant Door and Window System for Best Western Hotel, North Carolina, USA

Project Case: Hurricane-Resistant Door and Window System for Best Western Hotel, North Carolina, USA

This project involved the implementation of a custom-engineered hurricane-resistant door and window system for a Best Western Hotel located in the hurricane-prone region of North Carolina, USA. The project aimed to provide the highest level of safety protection while ensuring an efficient construction process.

• From a Design Perspective: The system was specially engineered to withstand extreme weather conditions, including Category 5 hurricanes. The core design incorporates high-strength aluminum alloy profiles, increased structural wall thickness, multi-layer sealing, and impact-resistant glass. This ensures the system's structural integrity and exceptional air/water tightness under extreme wind pressure.

• From a Production Perspective: All doors and windows were precision-pre fabricated and fully assembled as a "Unitized System" in the factory. Each unitized module was shipped as a complete, functional component, integrating the frame, glass, and hardware. This manufacturing approach guaranteed consistent product quality and reliability, which was a prerequisite for rapid on-site installation.

• From an Installation Perspective: The unitized system revolutionized the on-site installation process. The finished unitized modules could be directly delivered and hoisted into position, drastically reducing complex on-site activities such as assembly and adjustment. This method not only significantly lowered labor costs but also greatly enhanced installation efficiency, shortening the overall project timeline. This provided crucial assurance for the hotel to become operational before the hurricane season.

This system successfully armors the hotel building with a robust shield, achieving a perfect balance between ultimate safety, cost-effectiveness, and installation efficiency.