Transcript Therma-Tru University

Therma-Tru College
Tru-Defense® Door System
always make a great entrance
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The Challenge of Various Climates
• Every region has a unique climate, and every climate posses unique
challenges
Severe Winter Zone
Severe Wind and Rain Zone
Tornado Zone
Hurricane Zone
Severe Heat/Sun Zone
Severe Thunderstorm Zone
Regardless of the region or climate, every homeowner needs the same thing –
a safe and comfortable home
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Every Climate Calls For A Tru-Defense® Door System
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A Therma-Tru Fiberglass Entry or Patio door using a Tru-Defense Door System enhances
performance and is an opportunity to meet the needs for your customers, no matter where
they live. All homeowners share some fundamental concerns:
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Keeping out the damaging effects of wind and rain
Better securing their homes from harsh weather
Home repairs due to weather-related issues are extremely costly
Offering your customers the best-performing door system can help ease the concerns of
homeowners
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The Promise Of Performance
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A Tru-Defense® Door System will assure
you, and your customers, of dependable
performance because:
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It helps eliminate callbacks, increases
productivity and satisfaction levels among
customers
The enhanced warranty rider helps foster
peace of mind
Satisfied customers lead to more business
through positive word-of-mouth
Knowing What They Need
• From the contractor to the homeowner,
everyone needs a door system that
delivers performance
Homeowners want:
• Peace of mind
• Reassurance that the elements will
stay outside their home
Dealers and contractors want:
• A worry-free solution that minimizes
callbacks, increases productivity and
strengthens their good reputation
• A strong door system to meet stringent
building codes in all areas across the
country
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The Tru-Defense® Door System Opportunity
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Therma-Tru® has listened to what you’ve been
saying. Your homes need protection against
the elements, and you don’t want to worry
about costly leaks or damage.
A Tru-Defense Door System utilizes specific
components designed and engineered to work
together and upgrade the performance for all
Therma-Tru fiberglass entry and patio doors:
• Maximize the seal between the door and
the frame
• Improved structural performance against
air drafts, water infiltration and wind
damage
• Provide added safety and security
• Work specifically with Therma-Tru
fiberglass entry and patio door systems
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All of the necessary components to build a
Therma-Tru entryway with a Tru-Defense Door
System are available from one source –
Therma-Tru. Plus, it features an enhanced
warranty rider, making it easier to sell, easier
to buy and reassuring to your customers.
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What Makes A Therma-Tru® In-Swing Tru-Defense® Door System
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7 Shape Corner Seal Pad
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Innovative, patented design creates an air gap that prevents a
vacuum from forming and stops water from wicking up the
weather strip
Situated securely behind weather stripping
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Adjustable Composite Sill
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Higher-profile sill significantly reduces air and water
infiltration
Flush surface creates full contact between sweep and sill for
better performance
Composite construction eliminates destructive effects or
water
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What Makes A Therma-Tru® In-Swing Tru-Defense® Door System
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Dual Bulb Door Bottom Sweep
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Dual bulb with dual fin sweep interacts fully with the sill to
provide a superior seal
New design is non-handed and can’t be installed backwards
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Rain Deflector (Required for Patio)
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2-piece aluminum design conceals mounting hardware
Repels water away from sealing components to help diminish
leaks
Suitable for high-exposure openings
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What Makes A Therma-Tru® In-Swing Tru-Defense® Door System
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5/8” Astragal
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Dual durometer triple seal boot designed for a superior seal
against air drafts and water leaks
Required for double door applications only
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Sill Pan
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Installing a Therma-Tru Sill Pan with a Tru-Defense Door
System doubles the warranty rider coverage
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What Makes A Therma-Tru Out-Swing Tru-Defense Door System
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Interactive door bottom allows for continuous units with side
lites
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Bumper sill design with foam weather strip keeps out air and
water
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Composite cap, nose and base completely resists water
damage from rot
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End seal pads provide improved sealing between jamb and
sill
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Jamb plug (patent pending) placed into bottom of kerfed
weather strip on jambs closes water leak path to sub-floor of
home
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Rain guard helps prevent water infiltration at top of the door
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Multi-Point Lock Option for Entry and Patio Door Systems
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Provides additional security
Helps fight water infiltration by
securing panel at additional points
Suitable for single and French door
systems
Required for the Certified System
Option
Tongue Version
*Shootbolt recommended for French Systems
only.
Shootbolt Version*
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Impact Product Options
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Opaque Door System:
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High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) approved
Patent-pending steel plate built to withstand hurricane-force
winds at impact
Passed large missile impact test (prevents a 9lb. 2” x 4”
fired at 35 mph from penetrating)
Structural performance of up to DP-100 (equals 236 mph
winds or a category 5 hurricane)
Lip-Lite Glass Door System:
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Approved for the windborne debris zone
Laminated safety glass prevents flying debris inside the
home
Scrolled frame with patented screw over channel
Passed large missile impact test (prevents a 9lb. 2” x 4”
fired at 35 mph from penetrating)
Structural performance of up to DP-100 (equals 236 mph
winds or a category 5 hurricane)
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Certified Option for a Tru-Defense® Door System
• When a Therma-Tru fiberglass door is
combined with a Tru-Defense system by a
certified fabricator, the result is a ThermaTru Certified Tru-Defense Door System
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Require a Therma-Tru specified assembly
procedure
Require a Multi-Point Lock
Feature a structural performance labeling only
Have water performance data that will continue
to be provided on the NAMI, Florida Approval,
TDI and Therma-Tru websites
• Certified Patio Door Systems:
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Are certified and labeled as meeting the
101/I.S.2. to DP-40 air, water and structural
standards (when built at a Therma-Tru factory)
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The Enhanced Warranty “Rider” for the Tru-Defense® Door System
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Homeowners want safety, security and peace of mind. That’s why every ThermaTru Fiberglass Entryway with a Tru-Defense Door System is backed by a fullsystem warranty “rider”.
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Coverage against damage from water includes:
1. Product or component replacement failure
2. Secondary damage to flooring and trim
3. Labor
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Warranty riders for the Tru-Defense Door System:
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Bored Lock
$250 coverage ($500 with Therma-Tru Sill Pan)
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Multi-Point Lock
$750 coverage ($1,500 with Therma-Tru Sill Pan)
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Certified System
$1,000 coverage ($2,000 with Therma-Tru Sill Pan)
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A warranty that offers strong coverage and riders up to $2,000 means that dealers,
contractors, remodelers and homeowners can rest assured they are making the
right choice in selecting a Therma-Tru Fiberglass Entry or Patio door with a TruDefense Door System
NOTE: The Tru-Defense Door System Rider amount will be double when a Therma-Tru Sill Pan
is used during installation
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The Strength of a Tru-Defense Door System
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Recommending a Therma-Tru® Fiberglass
Entryway with a Tru-Defense® Door System is
a peace of mind for homeowners, a confident
recommendation for contractors and a smart
business move for dealers and distributors.
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Reinforced sealing against the elements
provides safety and security
Worry-free, assured performance means
satisfaction for dealers, contractors and
homeowners
Satisfied customers help build a better
reputation and more sales for your business
A full-system warranty with an enhanced rider
for labor and/or water damage means peace of
mind and buyer’s confidence
The climate is no longer an issue. Therma-Tru
has the right door system for any situation.
Experience the Tru-Defense System advantage today.
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Thank You
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