Where to Buy Architectural Screening

Architectural screening has been a growing industry since the 1950s and has exploded exponentially in the last two decades — as more and more progressive architectural policies have been codified nationwide. Communities nowadays want mechanical equipment such as HVAC units, solar panels, cooling towers, and generators to be shielded from public view. Doing so improves curb appeal and improves public safety. That said, architectural screening is only as good as the contractor that manufactures and sells it. Which begs the question: “Where can I buy architectural screening in my area?” PalmSHIELD is the nation’s top screening contractor, practicing custom design and fabrication, selling a broad variety of screen styles, and providing consistent communication with the customer.

What should I look for in a screening contractor?

When picking out a reputable screening contractor that sells to your market, look for the following:

• Custom design and fabrication. No two installation sites are one hundred percent the same in terms of spatial and visibility needs. Unless you’re installing ground-level screens in a completely open area with no obstacles, your enclosure should be tailored to your space. Consider also visibility when it comes to screens installed on mid-tier platforms and rooftops. In these situations, you need architectural louvers installed at an angle that keeps the equipment hidden from the angle of someone on the ground looking up.
• A variety of infill options. Louvers remain the most common infill option due to 1) their visual elegance, and 2) the permitted airflow. However, louvers is not the top choice for each situation. Some clients need solid screens for greater strength and security. Others need 100% visibility, such as what’s available in architectural open panels. Still others need screening that matches the aesthetic of old-fashioned brick-and-mortar infrastructure. (Keep reading to find out what that is!)
• A knowledgeable sales staff. It’s not your responsibility to know through osmosis which product is right for you. The sales team must know their products inside and out, know the needs of architects, engineers, and general contractors, and be able to advise accordingly.
• Nationwide shipping. No matter your location, you should be in a contractor’s shipping territory. You don’t want to lose out on a great product because the contractor doesn’t ship to your area. So: look for a contractor that offers nationwide shipping.

How does PalmSHIELD meet the above conditions?

Upon entering the architectural screen industry, PalmSHIELD recognized how important the above four mentioned conditions were, and we’ve built our policies and practices around them.

• We tailor every product to the customer’s exact needs. When you contact PalmSHIELD, we will start by providing a free estimate on your project. Our sales team will request the measurements of your installation site and produce a quote based on the product you’re interested in. Once we agree to do business together, original CAD drawings will be produced based on these measurements. If you need louvered rooftop screening, we’ll design the louver placement at the appropriate angle to keep the items out of street view. In short, we design and fabricate the screens to accommodate your exact needs.
• An always growing list of screen infill options. Although louvers make up PalmSHIELD’s bread and butter, we also manufacture infill in the semi-private, solid, and staggered varieties. On top of that, we’re always pushing the envelope and adding styles to our catalog. For instance: to satisfy the need for mechanical equipment screening near brick-and-mortar, we introduced our Brick & Stone collection, which uses specially crafted and painted polymer infill (made by Texture Plus®) to simulate the appearance of masonry. We also have laser cut options for spectacular displays; use these to incorporate logos, slogans, and text into your architectural screening.
• A well-versed and advising sales team. Uncertain as to which screen infill is right for you? Our team is here to advise you on cost and practicality. Oh, and did we mention that your project is assigned to a manager who will keep you in the loop on your project — from fabrication to shipping?
• We ship nationwide! PalmSHIELD ships to any location in the United States. Each order will be packaged and loaded onto a truck owned by one of the many transportation firms we partner with.

Ready to discuss the architectural screening project for your company? PalmSHIELD’s sales team — knowledgeable, communicative, and helpful — is ready to talk! Contact us today!