13 May 2022

Reliable (Reliable Louvers) has expanded its collection of architectural louvers rated for severe weather and extreme performance, with the release of the newly-designed Florida-approved AEL-42-7020-MD louver.

The 1.5-inch-deep horizontally-bladed stationary louver, AEL-42-7020-MD louver, is Florida Building Code-certified (FBC# 40250.1) for high-velocity hurricane zones (HVHZ) and specifically designed for use with ductless packaged terminal air conditioner (PTAC) units.

AEL-42-7020-MD louver

AEL-42-7020-MD louver permits ample fresh air ventilation, without comprising PTAC system performance

Developed with OEM customers in mind, the AEL-42-7020-MD louver permits ample fresh air ventilation, without comprising PTAC system performance.

Joe Rockhold, the Louver Product Manager at Reliable Louvers, said “The AEL-42-7020-MD interlocking blades were engineered to withstand hurricane-level storms with wind loads up to 50 PSF.

protects PTAC units against extreme weather

With ever-increasing extreme weather events, the combination of protection against wind-born debris, while providing fresh air safely has been a challenge. The AEL-42-7020-MD louver achieves both to help building owners create healthier environments with peace of mind.

The AEL-42-7020-MD louver is constructed from extruded aluminum and its minimal wall thickness is an aesthetically-pleasing design for hotel, senior living and healthcare facilities, or other locations that require packaged terminal air conditioning units. 

Factory-finished in a variety of options

Reliable louvers are factory-finished in a variety of options and backed by an industry-renowned 20-year finish warranty and 5-year product warranty.