Frequently Asked Questions About EGS International Impact Windows and Doors
1. Is EGS International a hurricane impact window and door manufacturer in Florida?
Yes. EGS International, LLC is a Florida manufacturer of high-performance impact windows and sliding glass door systems. Established in 1988, EGS has more than 35 years of experience engineering, designing, and manufacturing impact-resistant systems for Florida’s demanding coastal environment.
EGS serves installers, contractors, condominiums, high-rises, large residential projects, and commercial developments requiring high-performance impact windows and sliding glass doors. EGS products are designed and made in the USA, with the company’s current facility located at 14200 NW 4th Street, Suite 110, Sunrise, Florida.
2. What types of impact windows and sliding glass doors does EGS International manufacture?
EGS International’s primary product lines are the Atlantic Series High-Performance Sliding Glass Doors and Rampart Series 5500 Fixed Windows.
The Atlantic Series is engineered for impact resistance, durability, energy efficiency, security, sound reduction, and the large glass openings commonly found in condominiums, high-rises, hotels, and coastal properties. EGS offers multiple configuration, glass, finish, sill, screen, and hardware options.
The Rampart Series 5500 is EGS’s fixed picture window system. It combines impact protection with clean linear sightlines designed to preserve exterior views and natural light while providing structural integrity, durability, noise reduction, UV protection, and improved energy efficiency.
3. Are EGS International impact windows and doors approved for Florida and Miami-Dade hurricane zones?
EGS publishes Florida Building Product Approvals for its Atlantic Series sliding glass doors and Rampart fixed windows. EGS also states that its high-performance windows are certified for High-Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ), and the Rampart Series 5500 is designed to meet standards mandated by Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Building Code product approval.
EGS’s current approvals page also provides documentation for Atlantic Series sliding glass door systems, including high design-pressure product approvals. Because the required approval can vary by product, configuration, design pressure, building, and project location, contractors, architects, engineers, and property owners should verify the applicable EGS approval for their specific project.
4. What hurricane and impact testing do EGS windows and doors meet?
EGS International publishes product documentation and Florida Building Approval information for its impact-resistant window and sliding glass door systems. Published EGS specifications identify testing under Florida, ASTM, and AAMA standards, including FBC TAS 201 for impact testing, FBC TAS 202 for static air-pressure testing, FBC TAS 203 for cyclic wind-pressure testing, ASTM E 331 for water resistance, and ASTM E 283 for air infiltration.
EGS also publishes AAMA performance information for its systems. Because performance ratings and testing can differ according to the specific product, size, glass, configuration, and approval, customers and project professionals should refer to the current product approval and technical documentation for the system being specified.
5. Does EGS International manufacture impact windows and doors for high-rise buildings and condominiums?
Yes. For more than 35 years, EGS International has focused its engineering, design, and manufacturing expertise on the Florida condominium and high-rise market. Its impact window and sliding glass door systems for condominiums and high-rises are designed for projects where hurricane protection, structural performance, water resistance, durability, energy efficiency, sound reduction, and architectural appearance are important considerations.
EGS products have been used in numerous condominium and high-rise projects, including L’Hermitage, Atlantic I, II and III at The Point in Aventura, Boca West Condominium, The Metropolitan on Brickell Avenue, Arlen House, Regency Towers, Placide Condominium, and other Florida properties. Examples can be viewed in the company’s project portfolio.
6. Does EGS manufacture impact windows and sliding glass doors for commercial and multifamily projects?
Yes. EGS manufactures high-performance impact windows and sliding glass doors for commercial, multifamily, condominium, high-rise, hospitality, large residential, and other demanding building applications.
EGS products have been used in condominiums, commercial buildings, storefronts, shopping centers, historic buildings, hotels, resorts, and other large-scale properties. EGS also works with general contractors and installers, offering product choices such as different frame finishes, glass tints, low-energy options, sill heights, hardware, screens, and other project-specific options.
7. Can EGS manufacture impact windows and doors for hotels, resorts and Caribbean projects?
Yes. EGS supplies impact-resistant windows and sliding glass doors for hotels, resorts, commercial properties, residential complexes, and other projects in hurricane-prone markets. EGS products have been used in hospitality and resort properties, including Four Seasons projects and the Westin Dawn Beach Resort & Spa in St. Maarten.
EGS also provides impact window and door solutions for Caribbean projects, including shipment coordination for contractors, builders, developers, and other customers requiring hurricane-resistant systems outside Florida.
8. What sizes, glass options, frame colors and custom configurations are available from EGS?
EGS offers multiple configurations and product options to meet different architectural and project requirements. The Atlantic Series sliding glass door system is available with choices in glass, frame finishes, sill heights, hardware, screens, and other options. EGS also offers two-tone finishes and luxury hardware options.
The Rampart Series 5500 Fixed Windows are available with standard frame options including bronze, white, and clear anodized finishes, as well as custom colors and two-tone finishes. Published glass options include clear, bronze, gray, green, low-energy, and solar-control Low-E glass.
Available sizes and configurations depend on the specific product, glass selection, design pressure, applicable approval, and project requirements. Contractors, architects, property managers, and building owners should provide EGS with their opening sizes and project specifications so the appropriate system can be evaluated.
9. What warranties does EGS International provide on its impact windows and doors?
EGS publishes manufacturer warranty coverage for its impact-resistant window and door systems. Its product information identifies a 10-year manufacturer warranty on the 70% Kynar finish, and additional warranty coverage may apply to glazing, workmanship, and other components depending on the product and applicable warranty terms.
Warranty coverage is subject to EGS requirements for proper care and maintenance. Customers should review the current manufacturer warranty and maintenance documentation for the specific window or sliding glass door system included in their project. Additional product and system information is available through EGS’s impact windows and doors section.
10. How can I request product information, specifications or a quote from EGS International?
Contractors, installers, developers, architects, condominium associations, property managers, building owners, and other prospective customers can contact EGS International directly to discuss a project, request product information, review specifications, or obtain a quote.
For a more accurate project evaluation, customers should provide available information about the project location, building type, opening sizes, quantities, desired window or sliding glass door configurations, glass requirements, finishes, and applicable specifications.
For sales and quotes, call EGS International at 954-964-1441 or email sales@egsinternationalllc.com. EGS International is located at 14200 NW 4th Street, Suite 110, Sunrise, FL 33325.
