Schools and Universities

STORM SHUTTER SOLUTIONS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES

At a school or university, you don’t want to have concerns about the effectiveness of your storm shelter as a storm is heading your way. Prepare your educational facility with Cookson’s StormDefender® Door, a reliable and durable option that offers versatility for your storm shelter needs. Because it’s practically invisible when not in use, StormDefender can be a silent soldier in the background until called in for duty. Rest assured that this rolling security storm shutter meets International Code Council (ICC) 500 standards and Federal Emergency Management Agency publication 361 (FEMA P-361) standards when in use, providing excellent protection in the event of an intense weather emergency. Cookson also offers CrossingGard® Closure Products with ThreatProtect™, including our egress door and security grille. These closure solutions are designed to give building occupants a safe exit or create zones to deter threats. 

A DISCREET AND DEPENDABLE HURRICANE SECURITY CLOSURE

Cookson’s StormDefender Door stays hidden until needed in a severe weather situation. Because this door is manufactured with both retrofit and new construction applications in mind, StormDefender is easily installed into precast concrete with minimal protrusions. When you need a dependable storm shelter in minutes, this closure solution is ready. StormDefender features sound-deadening endlocks. It also has shutters designed with interlocking slats for reliable protection from winds up to 250 mph when in the closed position. This storm security door is paired with our award-winning AlarmGard® system to provide failsafe operation in the event of a power failure – closing the door to protect students, staff, and other building occupants during a hurricane or tornado.

Many types of facilities can benefit from the safety StormDefender offers, including emergency service facilities (police, EMS, 911 call centers, or fire stations), educational spaces such as schools, colleges, and universities, and community centers like fire halls and gathering areas.

SECURITY WITH AN AESTHETIC TWIST

We understand that rolling security closures should provide dependable operation and appealing aesthetics. At Cookson, we have an array of design options to take StormDefender to the next level of aesthetic appeal, including our durable SpectraShield® powder coat in over 180 colors to blend in or stand out with your existing designs and colors while showcasing your school pride.

You can also prominently display your school’s logo or mascot on your security rolling door with ImageMatch™ finish. ImageMatch is a unique, ultra-violet-cured printing process that creates vibrant, full-color designs on insulated, fire, and counter doors (up to 18’ wide).