STEEL PORCHSAFEtm
This is an excellent choice for mobile homes. With exception of the door, it is built in the same design as our Safe Room, which has been tested for 250 mph wind force. The upper part (about 2'6") is painted with high density ackrylic paint, and the bottom part, (about 4'),which will be underground, is painted with tar mastic for protection of the steel. This unit is set in concrete to prevent it from floating up due to ground water. We also use the option of a 'tie down' system to embed the unit. The stairs lift to gain access into the shelter. You do not have to go far to be in a safe place. Who wants to 'seek a ditch or low lying area' when a tornado warning is sounded and the announcer tells you to leave a manufactured home?
The PorchSafetm unit is now FEMA Grant approved for install in states that have the
Grant programs. A licensed contractor for the state will need to be enlisted to help with the install. In MS, we have a contractor who works with us. In other states, please ask.
Here are some of the main features of this model:
* standard size 6X6X6'0* Constructed of 10 gauge steel with 3/16 inch steel floor; we will also offer a size 4X8X6'0
* Like all our above ground shelters it gets 4 rows of 4 inch channel which goes up and over the shelter. This makes the structure stronger and protects you from falling debris. * Steps to porch serves as door to shelter (has piston lift assist)
* Door (steps to porch) -11 gauge reinforced steel, has 3 - HD steel hinges, 3 point, single turn lock. The step/door has been tested at TTU and passed.
* 4 steps to enter shelter after lifting the door
* 16 inch bench seats - bunks (optional /view a set of bunks under the 'Safe Room' heading)
*2 vents covered with screen inside & channel outside
* painted interior, painted exterior for above ground area, tar mastic below ground, carpeted floor
* electric access port available
* treated wood deck included & standard 2 bar rails; composite wood deck available
Optional features:extra charges apply
* Picket rails instead of standard 2 bar rails or no rails to allow for wooden rails to attach
* Can extend rails upward to support roof over deck for a covered porch
* Permanent synthetic board for deck instead of treated board
* Bunk beds - bottom bunk is built in place and a top bunk lifts and attaches with chains (see a view under the "Safe Room" heading); placeable in size 6X6 only
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