Impact Sliding Glass Door System

The ES-SGD2020 impact sliding glass door is designed to provide durability, safety, and modern architectural style for residential and commercial projects. This system allows large openings with expansive glass panels, creating a seamless connection between interior and exterior spaces.

In addition, sliding glass doors maximize natural light inside the building. For example, architects frequently install these systems in modern homes, luxury condominiums, and waterfront properties where unobstructed views are desired.

Furthermore, impact sliding doors improve building protection by using laminated glass and reinforced aluminum frames. Because of their structural performance, these doors help resist severe weather conditions.

For this reason, impact sliding glass doors are widely used in projects located in hurricane-prone regions such as Florida.

Product Description

The ES-SGD2020 is an impact-rated sliding glass door with minimal sightlines. This narrow door features less aluminum and more glass than others allowing a clearer view.

System Description

• Large missile impact rated
• Maximum panel size: 72” width x 120” height 60” width x 144” height
• Frame depth: 4 3/8” (2 track), 6 7/16” (3 track), 8 1/2” (4 track), 10 9/16″ (5 track)
• Sill height: 1 7/8”
• 90 degree and 135 degree corners
• 2” interlocks
• Tested water infiltration: 12 psf.
• Tested design load: Min. DP: +/-65 psf. Max. DP: +90/-102 psf.
• U-value: 0.57 on clear insulating laminated SB 70
• SHGC: 0.23 on clear insulating laminated SB 70

Features

• Multiple panel configurations
• Removable sill riser painted to match the door
• Needle bearing acetal roller
• Standard contemporary handle & thumb turn
• 2 point locking hardware
• Multiple track options
• Pocket configuration

Applications of Impact Sliding Glass Doors

Impact sliding glass doors are widely used in modern homes, luxury condominiums, and residential developments. For example, these doors are often installed in living areas that connect to balconies, terraces, or patios.

In addition, minimal sightline systems maximize the glass surface and improve outdoor views. This design enhances the architectural appearance of the building while allowing more natural light inside.

Furthermore, sliding door systems create wide openings without requiring additional interior space. Finally, this improves both functionality and the overall living experience.

Miami-Dade NOA Certification

Impact door systems used in Florida must meet strict safety and structural performance requirements. For this reason, many products are evaluated under the Miami-Dade NOA (Notice of Acceptance) certification program.

This certification confirms that the system has passed rigorous testing for impact resistance and structural performance. In addition, these tests verify that the product can withstand strong winds and storm-driven debris.

Furthermore, Miami-Dade NOA certification is widely recognized by architects, engineers, and contractors in the construction industry. Therefore, selecting products with this approval helps ensure that installed systems meet the standards required in hurricane-prone regions.