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What happens to Met-Tile in high winds?

Met-Tile Frequently Asked Questions
Met-Tiles's long-length panels are tightly secured with screw-type fasteners that provide stronger adhesion than nails or glue. They provide proven resistance to winds over 230 mph, both in wind tests and in actual hurricane experience.
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Are Solexx greenhouses able to withstand high winds?

Solexx Greenhouse FAQ, frequently asked questions
Solexx greenhouses perform excellent in wind. Our composite frame (the same material used to make bridges) is extremely strong and durable. As long as the greenhouse is firmly anchored (which we can help you with), you should not have problems. The combination of a strong frame and flexible paneling works very well in adverse conditions. Many of our customers live on the coast and frequently experience winds of 70 mph.
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What should we do if there are high winds?

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If there are high winds or gusts over 20mph have everyone exit the moonwalk immediately and turn the blower off. If the moonwalk begins to lift off the ground have everyone exit the moonwalk immediately and turn the blower off. The following chart can help you determine wind speed:
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Trampolines4Fun - FAQs
If you live in a windy area, then it might be advisable to buy an anchor kit to secure the trampoline to the lawn. Otherwise if high winds are forecast, we recommend removing the legs so that the wind cannot get underneath and lift the trampoline.
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The Children's Bouncy Castle Company
For safety reasons we will not hire our castles in high winds. If this should be the case no fee will be payable for the hire.
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Will the greenhouse handle high winds?

Solexx Greenhouses frequently asked questions
long as the greenhouse is firmly anchored you should not have problems with wind. The combination of a strong frame and flexible paneling works very well in adverse conditions. Many of our customers live on the coast and frequently experience winds of 70 mph. One customer in New Jersey has a Solexx greenhouse that survived Hurricane "Bob" with no damage from the impacting tree branches.
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How will this roof stand up in high winds?

Frequently Asked Questions - American Metal Roofs
Rustic Shingle is designed to withstand the strongest winds. To ensure this, it undergoes periodic testing in hurricane force winds of 110 miles per hour and more. Houston's Hurricane Alicia contained winds of up to 120 miles per hour in many areas and Rustic Shingle roofs still experienced no damage. In addition to locking on all four sides between panels, the shingles are anchored to the roof deck with screw-shank nails that are virtually impossible to pull out.
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How does an Allmet Roof stand up to high winds?

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Extremely well! Metals USA warrants Allmet Roofing Products to withstand 120 mph winds. Note that Allmet Stone Coated Steel Roofs have been control tested and withstood winds exceeding 170 mph. Wow! Not necessarily. Allmet Stone Coated Steel Roofs can be installed over existing wood shingle, shake or composition roofs. Ensure your local contractor checks local building codes.
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How does it hold up in high winds?

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Tests show that properly installed vinyl cedar siding materials withstands winds in excess of 150 mph, making it an excellent choice for the Gulf Coast and other areas where hurricanes and high winds can damage ordinary siding.
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Can your service be affected by high winds?

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Antenna equipment needs to maintain directional alignment to the nearest repeater site for optimal performance. Our equipment mounts are engineered to handle high wind loads and our professional installation staff is trained on properly securing those mounts to ensure stability in high winds.
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How do you stop it in high winds?

HotWire FAQs
You can just let it spin if you've got something more important to do, like dealing with a dragging anchor! The KISS is guaranteed to hurricane force winds, and we know of two that have operated through hurricanes with no damage. You can shut it off with the electric break (located on the control box near your battery) up to 35 knots. It will slow the blades to a near stop. They will turn very slowly, allowing you to tether a blade to the mounting pole if you wish.
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Are special "heavy" foundations necessary if high winds are common?

About Pacific Domes
To determine if a special foundation is needed to withstand high winds, check with your local City and/or County Building Department.
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Can the modules withstand high winds and hail?

Solar Power Questions
The panels are supported by our roofer-designed mounting system that has been tested to withstand 125 mph (200 kph) winds and can work on almost every type of roofing material. Our Uni-Solar modules virtually indestructable and can withstand almost any size hail stone.
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Do high winds make the chains swing too much?

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We've had no reports of excessive swinging in windy conditions. Our headquarters in Southern California experiences Santa Ana winds in the fall with 50+ mph gusty winds. If you want to secure your chain at the bottom, try our Copper Dish (#3145-A) with its brass attachment loop.
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How does a Gerard Roof stand up to high winds?

Gerard Roofing Technologies - Stone Coated Steel Roofs
Extremely well! Gerard warrants our Stone Coated Roofing Systems to withstand 120 mph winds. Note that Gerard Stone Coated Steel Roofs have been control tested and withstood winds exceeding 170 mph. Wow! Not necessarily. Gerard Stone Coated Steel Roofs can be installed over existing wood shingle, shake or composition roofs. Your local contractor will check local building codes.
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What happens if we leave the sunscreen down in high winds?

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First and foremost, our See-thru Sunscreen is just that… a Sunscreen. If the wind is blowing 30 mph or greater the sun hasn’t been out for a while. We simply ask you to use common sense and roll it up into its protective panel box. Once inside the panel box the winds can blow up to 100 mph and the screens will be protected.
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What about high winds, wakes/waves and water surges?

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When it comes to high winds, again, we have a number of testimonials from customers who can tell their tale about how the Jet Dock was the only item that survived the latest hurricane or 100 mph winds. Because the dock is modular, it rolls with waves/water as Mother Nature imparts her wrath on the dock. Water surges can be handled with our tide manager system.
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What prevents my building from collapsing under snow or due to high winds?

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Different gauges of steel provide varying degrees of protection from such forces as snow and wind. In an area of heavy snowfall or high winds, a thicker gauge steel will provide the strength and stability required to withstand these stresses. We will recommend a metal thickness suitable for your region. It is also worth considering a narrower building in some extremes.
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Is the Sunshine Greenhouse able to withstand High Winds without damage?

Frequently Asked Questions
The Greenhouse has been tested by an independent lab, and has withstood their maximum wind load capacity of 85 miles per hour without damage.
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Sunshine Greenhouses: Frequently Asked Questions
The Sunshine Greenhouse has been tested by an independent lab, and has withstoodtheir maximum wind load capacity of 85 miles per hour without damage.
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DO I STILL NEED TO USE GUY WIRES IN AREAS WITH HIGH WINDS?

Tree Staple™: FAQ's
A tree that has been properly planted with Tree Staple stabilizers will hold as well as or better than other methods. Guy wire installations introduce an unnatural stress at the point where they attach to the tree. Often, strong winds will break the tree at this point. With the Tree Staple™ system, this does not happen.
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Q3: Can I deploy my para-anchor in high winds?

Sea Anchor Questions
Absolutely! Para-anchors by Fiorentino are packed to avoid problems associated with high winds. I must add, however, it is much safer and easier to deploy any para-anchor system when wind conditions are more moderate. Therefore, it's best to deploy early. Heaving to is a useful storm tactic that every boater should be familiar with. Austin M.
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What is the Council’s view of the risk of trees falling in high winds?

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Fears of trees falling have become more widespread since the storms of 1987 and 1990. Whilst the Council is sympathetic to public concern on this issue and would not obstruct or delay any work required for safety reasons, maintenance of trees remains the responsibility of owners.
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How does the wind generator control power and RPM in high winds?

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The microprocessor in the AIR-X constantly monitors turbine RPM, and is programmed to stall the blades in high winds. The blades are put into a low efficient region which drops the turbine to roughly ¼ of its peak RPM. This allows the turbine to survive high wind events with low mechanical stresses.
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