Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Metal Products Manufacturer in Hartford, AL
Air Performance has been a trusted leader in architectural metal fabrication since 2005, delivering precision-engineered louvers, sunshades, and decorative metal solutions. Our 100,000-square-foot facility in Hartford, Alabama, combines advanced manufacturing capabilities with decades of industry expertise to serve curtainwall, glazing, and commercial construction sectors. As part of the Soler & Palau Ventilation Group since 2024, we maintain AMCA-certified quality standards while offering custom fabrication, in-house paint matching, and rapid turnaround times. Our team of seasoned professionals brings over 20 years of collective experience in product design and architectural metalwork, ensuring compliance with rigorous performance specifications. We prioritize innovation through partnerships with leading extruders and adherence to 2605 PVDF coating standards, backed by a 20-year finish warranty.Our national project portfolio demonstrates consistent delivery of complex, code-compliant solutions for high-profile developments. With state-of-the-art CNC equipment and a focus on sustainable aluminum fabrication, we provide scalable support for projects ranging from single components to large-scale installations. Our commitment to technical excellence is reflected in our Miami-Dade County hurricane-certified products and acoustic performance solutions. Through strategic acquisitions and facility expansions, we continue enhancing our capacity to meet evolving architectural demands while maintaining personalized client service.
Services
Architectural Louvers
PTAC Louvers
Equipment Screens
Sunshades
Decorative Metal
Brake Metal Fabrication
Coping Systems
Shadowbox Panels
Slab Covers
Custom Metal Components
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized expertise in architectural louver systems
- Our AMCA-certified products meet rigorous performance and hurricane resistance standards
- We provide full-service customization with in-house design and engineering teams
- Our 100,000 sq ft facility enables rapid production of complex, large-scale orders
- We maintain a 20-year warranty on PVDF finishes with color-matching capabilities
Associations and certifications
- Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International
Services
Architectural Louvers
Custom-engineered aluminum louvers with AMCA certification for water penetration resistance and airflow performance. Available in 2-9 inch depths with hurricane-rated options meeting Miami-Dade County codes. Our louver systems combine functional performance with aesthetic design for commercial facades.
PTAC Louvers
Precision-engineered louvers for packaged terminal air conditioners with standard and custom frame configurations. Features include glazing pockets, perimeter channels, and hurricane-rated designs that maintain HVAC system efficiency while protecting building exteriors.
Equipment Screens
Architectural-grade equipment enclosures for HVAC units and utility systems. Available in horizontal, vertical, or chevron blade profiles with acoustic infill options. Our screens provide ventilation while maintaining aesthetic continuity with building facades.
Sunshades
Custom sunshade systems reducing heat gain and glare while enhancing building aesthetics. Available in standard and custom profiles with tubular, airfoil, or perforated metal designs. Our solutions improve energy efficiency through optimized solar control.
Decorative Metal
Custom decorative metal fabrication for architectural facades and interior elements. Capabilities include brake metal forming, perforated panels, and complex 3D geometries. Our metal systems integrate with curtainwall and glazing systems for high-profile commercial projects.
People
Ross Strickland
General Manager/Director of Engineering
Co-founder with 20 years of louver industry experience, overseeing plant operations and product design. Previously managed production at Ruskin/Reliable Louvers before establishing Air Performance's engineering leadership.
Greg Carr
Director of Outside Sales
Sales executive with extensive ornamental metals experience, previously leading sales at ASI Limited. Focuses on architect and contractor relationships for exterior facade solutions in domestic and international markets.
S. Todd Hicks
VP of Sales & Business Development
25-year architectural metal industry veteran directing sales strategy and customer retention. Manages project management teams to ensure quality control from quotation through delivery of complex metal systems.
Craig Tutor
VP Estimating & Finishing
Co-founder responsible for bid processing and logistics. Brings 15 years of louver industry expertise in project management and finishing operations from prior roles at Ruskin/Reliable Louvers.
Questions
What types of architectural louvers do you manufacture?
We produce AMCA-certified architectural louvers in 2-9 inch depths with hurricane-rated options. Our product line includes fixed drainable louvers, wind-driven rain resistant models, and custom extrusions meeting Miami-Dade County codes.
Are your products suitable for hurricane-prone regions?
Yes, we offer NOA-certified hurricane louvers including Miami-Dade approved models with water penetration resistance up to 1250 FPM. Our WDV-75 and DCFL-D series meet Florida Building Code requirements for coastal construction.
Can you match custom paint colors for architectural projects?
Our in-house paint lab provides precise color matching using Axalta Dura-Coat PVDF finishes. We offer 20-year warranties on standard and custom colors with 70% PVDF compliance for long-term durability.
What industries do you primarily serve?
We specialize in solutions for curtainwall, glazing, window manufacturing, and commercial construction sectors. Our clients include architects, general contractors, and building systems integrators nationwide.
What customization capabilities do you offer?
We provide custom fabrication of louvers, sunshades, and metal components with variable thicknesses, perforation patterns, and geometric configurations. Our CNC equipment supports unique blade profiles and complex 3D metalwork.
How do you ensure product quality and performance?
Our AMCA-certified testing procedures validate water penetration resistance, airflow, and structural integrity. We maintain ISO-compliant manufacturing processes and perform third-party verification for critical performance metrics.