The American Shutter Systems Association is a non-profit organization founded in South Florida in May of 1995.

The purpose of the ASSA is to:

• Test and approve hurricane shutter products for its members
  
  
• Conduct research and development of new and innovative products
  
  
• Ensure all products represented meet or exceed the latest building codes
  
  
• Provide the best protection at affordable prices
  
  
• Ensure all members are licensed and insured
  
  
• Ensure all manufacturing members have a facility capable of making hurricane shutter products
  
  
• Educate the public of the various types of protection
  
  
• Work with building officials and government agencies
  
  
• Maintain the highest standards for public health, safety and welfare
  
  
• Act as a liaison for members to all evaluation services such as Miami-Dade County, IBC, IRC, TDI and FBC

The ASSA has developed strong relationships with many people and agencies since its inception. Our products are listed with Miami-Dade County, the Texas Department of Insurance, and the Florida Building Commission. We will continue to provide the best hurricane protection available to our industry.