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Louvers

Does United Enertech manufacture louvers for data centers?

Yes, we recommend using the model WDV-130 | United Enertech Corporation. The WDV-130 meets the requirements for the data centers but also meets the wind-driven rain requirements as well.

With flanged frame louvers, is the outside of the flange included in the overall louver dimension?

No, United Enertech louver flange is standard 1 ½” tall. This makes the louver overall dimension 3” wider or taller than the louver size.

What is the maximum single section?

On average, the maximum single section is 120” wide x 84” high. This is based upon ease of shipping. When crating, the shipping size (height) increases by a minimum of 8”. So to use standard shipping we limit the damper height. However, we can build a larger single section upon special request.

Do all multiple sections louver require mullions?

Yes, mullions are required to connect the assemblies together, but you have a choice between standard mullion “visible” or hidden “non-visible”.

Does United Enertech manufacture “FEMA” louvers?

Yes, we manufacture a 5.5” or 8” FEMA 316 Louvers.

Model FEMA-5 FEMA 320 or 361 compliant safe rooms and storm shelters. It has been tested to withstand missile impacts of 15 lbs at 100 mph.

Model FEMA-8 FEMA 361 compliant safe rooms and storm shelters. It has been tested to withstand missile impacts of 300 psf.

Does United Enertech have louvers that meet Miami-Dade or are hurricane rated?

Yes, we have 6 models that meet these requirements.

Model WDV-75 | United Enertech Corporation Miami-Dade County and Florida Building Code compliant, 3" Deep, Vertical Fixed Blade, Wind-Driven Rain / Hurricane Louver.

Model WDV-130 | United Enertech Corporation Miami-Dade 5" deep, Vertical Fixed Blade, Wind-Driven Rain / Hurricane Louver.

Model DCFL-D-4 | United Enertech Corporation Miami-Dade 4" deep extruded aluminum drainable louver that has been tested and approved per Miami-Dade County.

Model DCFL-D-6 | United Enertech Corporation Miami-Dade 6" deep extruded aluminum drainable louver that has been tested and approved per Miami-Dade County.

Model DCSED-5.1 | United Enertech Corporation Miami-Dade 5" deep extruded aluminum drainable louver that has been tested and approved per Miami-Dade County.

Model D-HV-9 | United Enertech Corporation 9" Deep Hurricane Louver with horizontal front blades and vertical rear blades. It meets the standards for High Velocity Hurricane Zones (AMCA 540/550, TAS 201, 202, & 203), and is both Miami-Dade County and Florida Building code approved.

Does United Enertech manufacture louvers for warehouses?

Yes, we offer a drainable adjustable louver and a drainable combination louver/damper.

Model AFL-D-6 | United Enertech Corporation is a 6" deep extruded aluminum adjustable drainable louver that can be used for exhaust and intake air.

Model CFL-D-6 | United Enertech Corporation is a 6" deep extruded aluminum drainable louver damper combination that can be used for exhaust or intake air.

Does United Enertech manufacture Blast Louvers?

Yes, we have 3 different models that meet Blast Louvers (Anti-Terrorist).

Model BRFL-D-4 | United Enertech Corporation blast tested in accordance with ASTM F2927-12 to withstand a blast of up to 8.97 psi and an impulse of 40 psi-ms.

Model BRSED-5.1 | United Enertech Corporation blast tested in accordance with ASTM F2927-12 to withstand a blast of up to 10.48 psi and an impulse of 64 psi-ms

Model BRFL-D-6.1 | United Enertech Corporation blast tested in accordance with ASTM F2927-12 to withstand a blast of up to 9.12 psi and an impulse of 39 psi-ms.

Does United Enertech manufacture Acoustical Louvers?

Yes, we have six models of Acoustical Louvers to choose from with frame depths from 4” to 12”.

Can United Enertech supply filter racks behind the louvers?

Yes, we can supply filter racks for your louvers, consult customer service for pricing. Note - the filters are supplied by others.

Does United Enertech manufacture stainless steel Louvers?

Yes, we build a variety of steel louvers (fixed, adjustable, combinations, acoustical, etc.) that can be constructed out of 304 or 316 stainless steel. Consult the sales team at United Enertech to help select the model that best fits your needs.

What options are available on your Louvers?

We offer a variety of bird and insect screens, blank-off panels, security bars, filter racks, front and rear flanges, sleeves, and hinged door sections, extended sill pans, and glazing frames.

Does United Enertech manufacture adjustable Louvers?

Yes, we manufacture a wide variety of adjustable louvers and/or combination louver/dampers.

Can United Enertech manufacture special shape Louvers?

Yes, we build round, arched, oval half moon and other special shaped. View Specialty Louver Shapes