Lanai Doors™ Bi-Fold Systems – Hurricane Rated Protection

posted on:
October 4, 2019
written by:
Jeff Jarvis

Lanai Doors™ Bi-Fold Systems – Hurricane Rated Protection

Built for the Toughest Conditions

Hurricane- and wind-borne debris–region building codes are no longer limited to Florida—they are expanding across the United States and the Caribbean. With the devastation caused by major storms, today’s architects, builders, and homeowners demand products that not only add beauty and light, but also protect life and property.

Lanai Doors™ folding and sliding-gliding systems meet and exceed these expectations. Our systems are rigorously tested to Miami-Dade County and ASTM International hurricane standards, recognized as the gold standard in storm product testing.


Certified for Hurricane Zones

Lanai hurricane-rated folding door systems are engineered to comply with strict building codes:

  • Florida Building Code (FBC) – including High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) requirements for Miami-Dade and Broward Counties.

  • International Building Code (IBC) – adopted by many East Coast and Gulf states.

  • Caribbean Standards – where Miami-Dade certified impact-resistant products are increasingly required.

These codes are based on American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) wind maps, which are periodically updated to reflect the latest data. Whether your project is in Florida, Texas, Hawaii, or the Caribbean, Lanai Doors can provide hurricane-rated solutions for large exterior openings.


Strength Meets Beauty

Choosing hurricane-certified doors doesn’t mean sacrificing style. Lanai’s folding and gliding systems combine storm protection with elegance:

  • Impact-rated glass options – available in both large and small panel formats, tailored to your project’s specific needs.

  • Large glass panels maximize natural light and outdoor views.

  • Slim 3-inch stiles and 3 ½-inch rails provide more glass and less frame.

  • Custom configurations fit openings up to 68 feet wide.

  • Durability and performance proven in extreme weather testing.

With Lanai, you don’t have to choose between safety and design—you get both.


Easy Delivery and Installation

Every Lanai hurricane-rated system is carefully prepared for shipment:

  • Frames are labeled (multiple systems are individually identified).

  • Panels are labeled for easy installation.

  • Frames ship broken down, with headers pre-fitted with pivots and carriers.

  • Thresholds arrive pre-fitted with bottom pivots.

  • A parts box includes all assembly screws and detailed instructions.

This attention to detail ensures your hurricane-certified folding system is installed efficiently and correctly.


Why Choose Lanai Doors?

With Lanai hurricane-rated systems, you get the best of both worlds:

  • Protection – engineered and tested to withstand hurricane-force winds and debris.

  • Impact-rated glass flexibility – choose large or small panel options depending on the scale and design of your project.

  • Performance – weather-tight seals, Title 24 compliance, and optional forced-entry ratings.

  • Beauty – expansive glass, slim sightlines, and seamless indoor-outdoor transitions.

Lanai Doors™ redefine what a hurricane patio door system can be—combining safety, strength, and style for homes and businesses in storm-prone regions.