Ruskin XP500 Louver Simplifies Installation with New Flange Frame Design

The flange-mounted Ruskin XP500 provides high-performance weather protection and easier installation for data centers and community shelters.
Oct. 17, 2025
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Ruskin has relaunched its patented XP500 aluminum extreme weather louver, now featuring a low-leak flange mounting option that simplifies installation and improves shipping efficiency.

The flange-mounted XP500 maintains the same high-performance standards as the original model, offering durable protection in severe weather conditions for applications such as data centers and community safe rooms.

Engineered and tested for reliability, the XP500 meets FEMA 361 and ICC500 specifications, delivering combined protection against large missile impact and Class-A wind-driven rain within a single louver design.

Key Features:

  • Low Leak Flange Frame Mounting: Enables direct attachment to the substrate, eliminating the need for separate mounting parts like clip angles.

  • Flexible Mounting Options: Can be installed internally, externally, or alongside other louvers using a five-inch-deep frame.

  • Simplified Installation: Requires mounting on only two sides for standard units and on head and sill for multi-section assemblies.

  • High Weather Performance: Tested to FEMA 361 and ICC500 standards for impact and wind-driven rain protection.

  • Durable Construction: Manufactured from aluminum in an ISO 9001-certified facility.

  • Warranty Coverage: Supported by a five-year limited warranty.

The XP500’s flange mounting system enhances installation efficiency while maintaining the louver’s proven performance in extreme conditions. Its sight-proof blades provide added security and privacy in critical environments, including hurricane shelters and mission-critical facilities.

For detailed specifications and submittal information, visit www.ruskin.com/model/xp500.