Hurricane Shutters
Hurricane shutters are an essential piece of protection for many Florida homes.
RIM Express offers three of the most popular types of shutters to provide best security possible with consideration of convenience, budget, and practicality. All our shutters are high quality, FLBC approved shutters. To learn more about each of them, click on corresponding tab.
ROLL-DOWN SHUTTERS
Roll down shutters offer most options for convenience. Simple and easy manual operation by a single person or option for remote control from anywhere in the world…$$$
ACCORDION SHUTTERS
Accordion shutters offer simplicity and fast operation by a single person…$$
STORM PANELS
Storm panels are the most economical protection system. Simple installation by one person. Available Galvanized steel, Aluminum and Clear…$
We exclusively carry the Bertha/A.S.S.A line of roll-down shutter as they are considered by many to be the best storm shutter in the industry!
Roll-Down Hurricane Shutters are among the easiest and strongest type of hurricane shutter and are ideal for single family homes, condominium, apartment buildings, hospitals, schools, and commercial buildings.
Roll-down shutters, also known as roll-up shutters or simply “roll shutters”, sit above your window or door at all times and are easily lowered when a storm is approaching by either a motor, a manual crank handle, or in some cases, by hand (the new 63mm single wall shutter). The shutters are continuously contained in a small box above your opening and are rolled down along heavy-duty tracks which line the left and right side of your opening.
Benefits of Roll-Down Shutters:
Extremely Strong – Considered to be among the strongest type of hurricane shutter available
Ease of Use – Can be lowered in seconds with little or no effort – Even from across the world!
Security – Completely covers your opening, making it extremely difficult to penetrate
Light & Noise Blocking – Blocks out outside lighting and minimizes outside noise – perfect for bedrooms or theater rooms
Decreases heating & cooling costs – provides UV protection from the sun’s harmful rays
We offer three sizes of roll-down shutter:
1. 40mm double wall vented slats (non-vented slats available upon request)
2. 55mm double wall vented slats (non-vented slats available upon request)
3. New! 63mm single wall non-vented slats – Open and Close by Hand! (Restrictions Apply). Vented Slats not available
The main difference between the three types is the size of the slats on the shutter and the “single” or “double” wall. The “mm” refers to the height of each slat in millimeters (Each slat on a 40mm shutter is approximately 1.57” high, Each slat on a 55mm shutter is approximately 2.17” high, and each slat on a 63mm shutter is approximately 2.48” high). The 40mm and 55mm feature a “double wall” which features a closed loop while the 63mm is a single wall only. Vented slats allow light to pass through the rolldown when desired.
All three types of shutter can be used with or without a motor. When used with a motor, our roll-down shutters can be lowered and raised with a push of a button or even from miles away with your smart phone! Our shutters can be powered with either 110v or 220v circuits or even by solar power with our optional solar power kit! Have Alexa or Google Home? Our shutters can work with them too!
All of our roll-down shutters are made of strong and durable 6063-T6 aluminum alloy and have an end-retention system which eliminates the need for additional bracing.
Our roll-down shutters come in four (4) colors: White, Ivory, Beige, or Bronze.
Accordion Shutters are permanently installed on the left and right side of your opening and are among the most popular type of hurricane shutter available. Accordion shutters are also the easiest type of hurricane protection systems to use as they can be easily opened and closed in seconds! They can be locked from either the outside or the inside for added security and protection and are often used as a theft prevention system.
Our Accordion shutters are made of high-grade aluminum and are considered one of the strongest shutters available.
We offer the Bertha HV™ Accordion shutter, a high grade aluminum storm shutter considered by many to be the best accordion shutter available. They have been in business for nearly 40 years.
The Bertha HV™ Accordion shutter:
Meets Florida Building Code for High Velocity Hurricane
Zones FBC (HVHZ) and Non-High Velocity Hurricane
Zones FBC (Non-HVHZ)
Meets Texas Department of Insurance Standards (TDI)
Meets International Building Code (IBC)
Meets International Residential Code (IRC)
Additional Benefits and Features:
Quick response to storm threats – closes easily and quickly to protect your opening in the event of a storm.
Convenience – no more putting up and taking down heavy storm panels.
No storage space needed – since the accordions are permanently installed valuable storage space is freed up.
Provides added security with a choice of either inside or outside locking systems.
Available in colors of White (WH), Ivory (IV), Beige (BG), and Bronze (MB).
Unobstructed View – in the open position the accordion is equally stacked to both sides which offers a full view with no obstructions.
Energy efficient – In closed or semi-closed position accordion reflects sun’s harsh rays and provides shade – lowering your energy bills.
Privacy – When closed, accordion shutters restricts ability to see into the opening. Can be used to secure your property when vacated.
Increases value of your property- accordions are considered an upgrade to your property which increases its net worth.
Minimal Maintenance- aluminum construction needs only occasional washing as needed and regularly scheduled lubrication of rollers and locking mechanism with a silicon based product.
Storm Panels are the most economical storm protection system. We offer Aluminum Panels, Galvanized Steel Panels and Clear Panels. They all have their own characteristics and code acceptance but the following features are same for all types of our panels.
Most affordable type of storm protection!
Engineered to meet the most stringent wind codes!
Can be installed vertically or horizontally!
Fast and Easy installation!
Designed to be installed into top header track and bottom track or attached directly to the wall without tracks!
Rust free!
Lightweight – Can be installed by one person!
Easy to store – Approximately 7 panels take up only 1 inch!
Provides for insurance discount!
Which Storm Panels to use?
Call us or email us to schedule free estimate and to discuss options with our specialist!
2-1/4” .030 BERTHA GALVANIZED STEEL PANEL
Approved for use in High Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ)
2” 24-GAUGE BERTHA GALVANIZED STEEL PANEL
Meets Florida Building Code for Non-High Velocity Hurricane Zones FBC (Non-HVHZ)
2” 28-GAUGE BERTAH GALVANIZED STEEL PANEL
Meets Florida Building Code for High Velocity Hurricane Zones FBC (HVHZ) and for Non-High Velocity Hurricane Zones (Non-HVHZ)
2-1/4” 0.50 BERTHA ALUMINUM STORM PANEL
Accepts the Miami Dade County Product Control Division, Florida Building Code, International Residential Code and the International Building Code
Approved for use in High Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ), and Non-High Velocity Hurricane Zones (Non-HVHZ)
2” .050 BERTHA ALUMINUM STORM PANEL
Accepted by Florida Building Code, Texas Department of Insurance Standards, International Residential Code, and the International Building Code.
Meets Florida Building Code for Non-High Velocity Hurricane Zones FBC (Non-HVHZ)
2-1/4” BERTHA CLEAR STORM PANEL
Approved for use by Florida Building Code (Non-HVHZ), Texas Department of Insurance Standards (TDI), International Residential Code (IRC) and the International Building Code (IBC)
Made of strong polycarbonate or Lexan
Allows for natural light to enter your home while still remaining protected
Desirable for business during severe weather so customers can see that you’re open.
2” BERTHA CLEAR STORM PANELS
Approved for use by Florida Building Code (HVHZ and Non-HVHZ), Texas Department of Insurance Standards (TDI), International Residential Code (IRC) and the International Building Code (IBC)
Made of strong polycarbonate
Can be installed alone or mixed with metal panels
Allows for natural light to enter your home while still remaining protected
Desirable for business during severe weather so customers can see that you’re open.
