Download PDF version

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.

Download PDF version Download PDF version

In case you missed it

Carrier BluEdge: Lifecycle Service For Data Centers
Carrier BluEdge: Lifecycle Service For Data Centers

Carrier is proud to introduce new BluEdge® lifecycle service offerings as part of the growing QuantumLeap™ portfolio of scalable, purpose-built solutions designed for dat...

Finding An HVAC System That Meets Multiple Design Goals
Finding An HVAC System That Meets Multiple Design Goals

Meeting a project’s overarching design goals is vital in the building and construction sector. Creating a sustainable building could be one of these goals — driven by c...

ATMO America 2025: Natural Refrigerants Summit
ATMO America 2025: Natural Refrigerants Summit

ATMOsphere, publisher of NaturalRefrigerants.com, has announced that the dates for its ATMOsphere (ATMO) America Summit 2025 will be Wednesday, June 11, and Thursday, June 12, 2025...

vfd