WinGuard Aluminum Series
Miami-Dade NOA
Florida DBPR
Approved
HVHZ
Approved
Impact Rating LMI
Design Pressure +90/-130 psf
NFRC Certified
Made in Florida
PGT WinGuard Aluminum Awning AW740A
PGT's flagship aluminum impact line, the reference impact-window platform in Florida.
Aluminum impact awning on the WinGuard 740-series casement frame, top-hinged for ventilation in light rain. Diamond Glass, LMI for HVHZ.
Miami-Dade NOA
Florida DBPR
Approved
HVHZ
Approved
Impact Rating LMI
Design Pressure +90/-130 psf
NFRC Certified
Made in Florida
Frame finish
Impact protection, built for South Florida
The AW740A is PGT's WinGuard Aluminum awning window, top- hinged for ventilation in light rain. Built on the WinGuard 740-series casement frame platform with PGT's Diamond Glass impact glazing. LMI impact-rated for HVHZ installations.
- Tested & certified to Miami-Dade HVHZ hurricane standards
- Aluminum frame engineered for strength and durability
- Large-missile impact-rated laminated glass
- Energy-efficient Low-E insulated glass options to control heat gain
- Corrosion-resistant finishes for coastal applications
- Professionally installed across South Florida by Armor Pro
Configurations
X = operable panel (it opens) · O = fixed panel (doesn’t open). Panels read left‑to‑right as viewed from outside (hung windows read top‑to‑bottom). Example: XO = operable on the left, fixed on the right.
Grille Styles
1" Raised/Flat9/16" Flat Grid-Between-the-Glass
Impact Protection
Tested to withstand hurricane wind-borne debris
Engineered Strength
Built and tested to Florida product-approval standards
Energy Efficient
Low-E insulated glass options reduce heat gain
Corrosion Resistant
Coastal-grade finishes for salt-air durability
Limited Warranty
Manufacturer warranty plus Armor Pro install workmanship
At a Glance
Frame Material
Aluminum
Max Size
60 x 39 in or 27.875 x 84 in
Design Pressure
+90/-130 psf
U-Factor
0.71–0.72
SHGC
0.16–0.27
Visible Trans.
0.05–0.45
Sizes & Pressures
| Configuration | Min size | Max size | Design pressure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Awning (X) | 22.5 x 17 in | 60 x 39 in or 27.875 x 84 in | +90/-130 psf |
Sizes shown are actual DLO frame size.
Flange frame: +1 in W & H.
Glass & Energy Performance
| Glass package | U-Factor | SHGC |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Shield | 0.65 | 0.29 |
| Argon/Energy Shield | 0.62 | 0.29 |
| Energy Shield Max | 0.65 | 0.2 |
| Argon/Energy Shield Max | 0.62 | 0.2 |
| SolarControl LowE2 | 0.66 | 0.2 |
| Argon/SolarControl LowE2 | 0.63 | 0.19 |
U-Factor / SHGC shown without grids; add-grid values vary slightly. Confirm exact ratings for your opening at quote.
Performance Certifications
- 23-0816.15 exp. 2028
- FL2766.R19
Options
Anchorage
Tested for 21 anchor conditions across block/masonry, concrete, metal, wood substrates. See the NOA & installation instructions for the full schedule.
Related Products
More models in the WinGuard Aluminum Series.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The AW740A is PGT's WinGuard Aluminum awning window, top-hinged so it opens outward from the bottom and lets you keep ventilation even during light rain. We install awning windows over kitchen sinks, in bathrooms, and high on walls where you want airflow and privacy, and they pair well with picture windows below them. It uses PGT's Diamond Glass impact glazing and is built on the WinGuard 740-series casement frame.
Yes. The AW740A is LMI (Large Missile Impact) rated and carries Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) 23-0816.15, which is valid through April 11, 2028. That approval clears it for installation throughout the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone in Miami-Dade and Broward. We confirm the current NOA and design pressure for your opening at the time of quote.
The AW740A awning runs from a minimum of 22.5 by 17 inches up to a maximum of 60 inches wide by 39 inches tall. At those sizes it carries a design pressure rating of up to +90/-130 psf, which suits high-wind South Florida exposures. We size each unit to your opening and verify the rating before ordering.
The AW740A uses a 13/16-inch laminated insulating glass unit and offers several packages, including Energy Shield, Energy Shield Max, and SolarControl LowE2, with optional argon fill. U-factors range from about 0.62 to 0.67 and SHGC from 0.18 to 0.29 depending on the package and grids. For South Florida heat, we usually point homeowners toward the Energy Shield Max or SolarControl LowE2 options for the lowest solar heat gain.
The AW740A comes in White as standard, plus Bronze, Black, and Clear Anodized frame finishes. Standard hardware includes a multi-point locking system, a nesting handle, and a washable hinge that makes cleaning the exterior glass easier from inside. Grid options include a 1-inch raised/flat profile or a 9/16-inch flat grid-between-the-glass style.
The AW740A is approved for installation into wood, masonry, and metal substrates, and its NOA covers 58 different anchor conditions, so we match the anchoring to your wall type during the install. Installed cost depends on the window size, the glass package, and the condition of the opening, so Armor Pro provides a free estimate rather than a flat per-window price. Note that for insulated-glass units installed above 30 feet in the HVHZ, the outboard lite must be tempered, which we account for on multi-story jobs.
WinGuard Aluminum is PGT's flagship aluminum impact line and runs the full operation range on one extrusion platform: single hung, horizontal roller, casement, awning, fixed picture, architectural shapes, plus sliding glass doors and French doors. Because every style shares the same frame family, a whole house can be specified consistently instead of mixing systems opening by opening. It's been PGT's reference impact-window platform in Florida since 1998.
Yes. Every WinGuard Aluminum product is large-missile impact-rated and eligible for the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, which covers Miami-Dade and Broward counties. The line carries one of the deepest Miami-Dade NOA libraries in the industry, glazed with PGT's Diamond Glass laminated impact glass. The exact design pressure depends on the size and configuration of each opening, which we confirm against the Florida Building Code on your quote.
PGT has built impact windows and doors in Venice, Florida since 1980 and is the largest impact-window and -door manufacturer in the country. It was the first company to develop impact-resistant products that met Miami-Dade County's hurricane code after Hurricane Andrew, and the line is engineered specifically for Florida conditions. PGT is now part of the MITER Brands family, alongside WinDoor, ECO, and NewSouth, but the products are still made in Florida under the PGT name.