GENERAL
Where are Torshel’s shelters manufactured?
What is Nixa, Missouri?
Are Torshel’s above-ground shelters accessible for people with disabilities?
What is yes, except the smallest 3x5 and 3x7 models?
What is a modular storm shelter?
What is a prefabricated steel unit assembled on-site?
Where can Torshel in-ground shelters be installed?
What is in a garage floor, backyard, or similar open area?
Which U.S. holiday is traditionally celebrated with fireworks and barbecues?
What is the Fourth of July?
What type of steel are Torshel shelters made from?
What is ASTM A36 steel?
How do above-ground shelters handle extreme tornado forces like EF5 winds?
What is they are engineered and anchored to withstand EF5 tornadoes?
Can modular shelters be installed outdoors?
What is yes, they are designed for exterior or interior placement?
How do you open the in-ground shelter hatch if debris blocks it?
What is using the included hydraulic jack (3-ton or 8-ton) to lift the door?
What is the nickname of the U.S. state known for Hollywood?
What is California, the Golden State?
What is the typical lifespan of a Torshel safe room?
What is over 50 years with proper maintenance?
How does the door of an above-ground shelter function if debris falls on it?
What is it can swing inward or outward, and a floor jack can be used to lift it?
Why are modular shelters considered flexible for different installation sites?
What is because they can be assembled indoors or outdoors and expanded in panels?
What safety measures protect in-ground shelters from water and rust?
What is coal tar epoxy coating and sealed design to prevent leaks?
What is a stereotype about Americans and portion sizes?
What is they often eat very large portions of food?
What is the maximum number of people a residential Torshel shelter can accommodate based on FEMA requirements?
What is calculated using 3 square feet per person for residential units?
What kind of foundation is needed for above-ground installations?
What is a reinforced concrete slab at least 4 inches thick?
How long does it typically take to assemble a modular shelter on-site?
What is less than 8 hours with standard tools?
How long does it typically take to install an in-ground shelter?
What is usually one day with professional installation?
What state is known as the “Lone Star State”?
→ What is Texas?
Which safety protocols or standards do Torshel shelters exceed?
→ What are FEMA 320, FEMA 361, and ICC 500?
Name one key advantage of an above-ground shelter versus an in-ground one.
What is accessibility (no stairs or flooding risk)?
How are modular shelters typically delivered?
What is by flatbed truck, pre-assembled or in panels for on-site installation?
Can you park a vehicle over an in-ground garage shelter?
What is yes, in most cases, as they are designed to handle the weight of a car?
Which American landmark is a symbol of freedom and is located in New York Harbor?
What is the Statue of Liberty?