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What are the different louver types?

Stationary Louvers – are designed to allow air to pass through while blocking out debris and water in intake and exhaust applications.

Drainable Louvers - are commonly used in areas with heavy rainfall and are similar to stationary louvers, but they are designed to remove water that collects on the blades.

Wind-Driven Rain Louvers – are designed to keep out wind-driven rain. Special blade designs prevent rain from entering the building, even under high wind conditions.

Acoustical Louvers – are designed to reduce noise levels. They are commonly used in areas with high noise pollution, such as factories, generators, airports, or highway tunnels.

Combination Louvers – are designed to provide both intake and exhaust ventilation.

Hurricane Louvers - are designed to withstand high winds and heavy rainfall. They are commonly used in coastal areas prone to hurricanes.

Miami Dade Approved Louver - are designed with exceptional protection against wind-driven rain under severe conditions. Features: AMCA 540 and AMCA 550 Listed for wind-borne debris and high velocity rain. Large missile impact resistant per Miami-Dade TAS-201 test protocol.

Penthouses – are louvers that are designed to cover rooftop equipment. They are commonly used in commercial buildings to conceal HVAC systems.

FEMA Louver – are heavy duty steel louver/grilles designed to protect exterior wall openings against severe circumstances on FEMA 320 or 361 compliant safe rooms and storm shelters.

Equipment Screens – are roof or ground-mounted panels that create a visual barrier and conceal mechanical equipment from sight.