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The GuardShack Architecture Series
Construction: Always constructed of strong Schedule 40 pipe instead of tubing. 1/2″ #13 gauge flattened expanded metal and meticulously welded every 4 inches and exceeds ASSE Structural Strength Standards.
Hinges: Our hinges allow the entire cage to swing back, mitigating the weight of larger cages. These custom made extra strong hinges are cut from 3/16” steel plate and utilize a stainless-steel bolt to prevent them from rusting. They are internally mounted to the concrete on the inside of the cage further preventing tampering. Hinges are standard on GS-3 & GS-4 models.
LockShield™ Bracket: For added security, they come with integrated 3/16” thick steel LockShield™ Brackets (LSB) that rest flush on the concrete to protect the forged eyebolts and padlocks against bolt cutters. Lift off models come with two LSB’s, while hinged models only need one LSB.
Specs:
Powdercoating:
The Architecture GuardShack™ Series uses premium TGIC polyester based powder coat made in the USA. The Powder Coating process begins with a five-part metal cleaning with iron phosphate solution treatment. Units are further preheated before electrostatically applying 3 millimeter thick polyester TGIC to enclosures before final heat treatment. Our powder coating conforms to A.S.T.M. D-2794 Impact Resistance and A.S.T.M. D-3359 Adhesive specifications.
6 standard sizes made to the same exacting standards of our traditional GuardShack™ Line to protect a wide range of ½” – 2” diameter backflow assemblies and other smaller assets against your contemporary buildings and landscaping.
Custom Sizes Available
Premium Hardware
All Enclosures come included with installation hardware for wet concrete install (lift off models) OR dry concrete installation (Hinged Models).
Hardware includes:
The Guardshack™ Architecture Line comes in 3 designer finishes of either Hammered Copper, Sterling, or Obsidian.
To blend in beautifully and compliment the buildings and landscape of today & tomorrow.
GuardShack Products – Limited Warranty Policy
GuardShack Products provides a limited warranty covering original manufacturing defects on all products. This warranty is intended to ensure that each enclosure meets our quality standards at the time of production and delivery.
Covered Under Warranty
The warranty applies to defects resulting from the manufacturing process, including but not limited to:
Not Covered Under Warranty
The following conditions are not covered under this warranty:
Material Considerations
For installations in high-humidity regions, coastal environments, or areas exposed to regular water contact (such as sprinkler irrigation), stainless steel is the recommended material. Mild steel products are more susceptible to corrosion in these conditions.
As GuardShack Products distributes nationwide, we are not always aware of the final installation environment or specific application. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to select the appropriate material based on the intended use and conditions.
Warranty Process
To determine warranty eligibility, products must be returned to our facility for inspection. If a defect is confirmed to be covered under warranty, GuardShack Products will repair or replace the item at our discretion.
Due to the size and nature of our products, return shipping logistics may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
All claims must be submitted in writing within 30 days of discovery and within the applicable warranty period. The product must be returned to GuardShack’s facility in Phoenix, Arizona for evaluation.
All incidental expenses are the responsibility of the customer and are not covered under this warranty. If a defect is confirmed and determined to be covered under this Limited Warranty, GuardShack™ will cover the cost of return shipping.
If the issue is found not to be covered, all return shipping costs will be the responsibility of the customer.
Additional Notes
While additional coatings, such as primer combined with powder coating, can improve resistance to corrosion, no coating system can guarantee complete prevention of rust over time in harsh environments.
GuardShack Products is committed to delivering durable, high-quality enclosures and working with customers to reach fair and practical solutions when concerns arise.
Units are further preheated before electrostatically applying 3 millimeter thick polyester TGIC to enclosures before final heat treatment. Our powder coating conforms to A.S.T.M. D-2794 Impact Resistance and A.S.T.M. D-3359 Adhesive specifications.
These hinges allow the entire cage to swing back, mitigating the weight of larger cages while allowing complete access to the backflow valve they are covering.
Note: Hinged access is available on select models. Other models are designed with a fixed, non-hinged configuration.
For added security, these cages come with integrated 3/16” thick steel LockShield Brackets (LSB) that rest flush on the concrete to protect the forged eyebolts and padlocks against bolt cutters.
Lift off models come with two LSB’s, while hinged models only need one LSB.
The Guardshack series is constructed using stout 1 ¼” Schedule 40 A.S.T.M. Grade A Electric Weld steel pipe. Other competitors use lighter, cheaper tubing which is easily dented and damaged in transit and in the field.
Welds, rough spots & edges are carefully ground down leaving a smooth to the touch enclosures with never any sharp edges.
We use sturdy ½” #13 gauge expanded metal allowing our cages to pass lab tests that exceed 300 lbs of weight per square Foot
The EncPad™ Enclosure Base is the fastest and most efficient way to install our most popular Security Enclosure models.
Help supports the weight of the gate valves and relieve pressure on the ductile iron 90’s.
Sudden cold snaps that can occur in early winter or late spring with our FrostGuard™ Insulated blankets.
Save time with our easily adjustable, reusable setter and avoid an extra trip to the hardware store.
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