Wind-rated door meets Florida’s toughest code requirements

By Central States Manufacturing Inc. 

Strengthen your projects using building components proven to resist extreme weather. 

The requirements within the Florida Building Code are among the most demanding construction codes across the country.  This is to ensure structures can withstand high winds, flying debris and other hazards common in hurricane-prone regions. As of June 2025, the Sentry™ Model 7500 Roll Up Door from Central States Manufacturing Inc., received approval under FL Approval #47173-R1, marking a new milestone. This rolling steel door is designed for strength, security and ease of installation, giving contractors and building owners peace of mind across a variety of climate regions. 

Why Florida approval matters 

Florida’s product approval process is among the most stringent in the country. It ensures that building components can resist the state’s extreme weather conditions, including hurricanes and tropical storms. The approval of the Sentry 7500 means: 

• Proven performance: The door has been tested to meet the ASTM E330 standard for structural performance under uniform static air pressure and ANSI/DASMA 108, ensuring it can handle the wind loads typical of coastal regions. 
• Certified wind load ratings: The 7500 product line is rated for up to +40.0/-51.0 psf, making it suitable for most Florida jurisdictions. 
• Code compliance: Fully compliant with the Florida Building Code, the 7500 is now approved for use across the majority of the state, giving builders and developers confidence in its reliability and safety. 

Built for strength, security and simplicity 

The Sentry 7500 is engineered for environments where performance matters most: 

• Strength: Features high-carbon galvanized steel alloy springs manufactured to ASTM A228 standards, offering superior fatigue, shear, tensile strength and outstanding corrosion resistance. The 26-gauge, double-seamed curtain enhances durability and environmental resistance. 
• Security: Equipped with stainless steel latches compatible with commercial key locks and Bluetooth® smart locks. 
• Ease of installation: A slotted mounting system eliminates the need for bolts, while factory-installed brackets and latches simplify setup. Same-sized fasteners reduce tool requirements and installation time. 
• Color and warranty: Available in 32 standard colors with up to a 40-year limited warranty, ensuring long-term aesthetic and structural performance. 

Where to find it 

The Model 7500 is available through all Central States sales channels, including: 

• Central States Manufacturing’s network of national and local distributors 
• Metal Central retail locations 
• Building Works complete metal building systems 
• Elevate Structures construction services 

Find more information about the full line of Central States Sentry doors here. 

Original article and image source: Central States Manufacturing