Florida Commercial Glazing Spec
Kawneer 1600 SS vs YKK AP YHC 300 OG — commercial curtain wall comparison
Both are tier-one aluminum stick-built curtain wall systems for Florida commercial projects. Kawneer 1600 SS is the broadest-deployed system with the deepest Miami-Dade NOA portfolio. YKK AP YHC 300 OG often qualifies as approved-equal and reduces curtain-wall line-item cost by 8-15% with equivalent performance.
What's the practical specification difference?
Both are 2.5" deep stick-built curtain wall systems with thermal break, captured-glazing or structural-silicone glazing options, and full Miami-Dade NOA approval. Sightline, finish options, and accessory parts are functionally equivalent on the comparable product lines.
Which has the broader HVHZ approval?
Kawneer 1600 SS Series has the most extensive Miami-Dade NOA portfolio. YKK AP YHC 300 OG carries full HVHZ approval on the standard configurations — sufficient for typical commercial curtain wall scopes.
Does ACG install both?
Yes. ACG has installed both Kawneer 1600 SS and YKK AP YHC 300 OG curtain wall systems on Florida commercial projects. Direct manufacturer relationships with both.