Impact Rated Windows
Source: Building America Solution Center
Last updated: August 23, 2026
Which rating names were printed today?
| Name | Printed context |
|---|---|
| ASTM E 1996 and ASTM E 1886 | Rate and label impact-resistant products |
| AAMA 506 | Alternate label path printed with the ASTM pair |
| Large missile “D” | FORTIFIED qualified opening protection |
| TAS 202 | Example local standard for Broward and Miami-Dade |
| Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) | PGT / county Product Control vocabulary |
Sources: PNNL BASC; PGT; Miami-Dade
What plywood exception does PNNL print?
As an exception, wood structural panels (plywood) at least 7/16-inch thick are acceptable if installed in accordance with specific code criteria (2018 IRC R301.2.1.2).
Source: Building America Solution Center
No invented PSI and no invented NOA digits. Florida path: impact resistant windows florida.
Frequently asked questions
What does impact-rated mean on a label?
The Building America Solution Center states that impact-resistant products must be rated and labeled in accordance with ASTM E 1996 and ASTM E 1886 or AAMA 506. It also notes TAS 202 for Broward and Miami-Dade Counties as an example local standard.
What FORTIFIED opening rule does PNNL print?
For houses located in hurricane zones, the FORTIFIED Home standard requires that all windows, exterior doors, and skylights be impact rated or protected with qualified protection systems. They must pass ASTM E1996 and E1886 impact tests for large missile “D.”