Residential Awning & Casement Windows by ALTHERM Window Systems

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Residential Awning & Casement Windows

ALTHERM Window Systems

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Description

A flat-face frame gives a clean and contemporary architectural look. The 35mm platform ensures robust performance and suitability in a wide range of wind exposures. Awning and casement windows have bead-glazed or pocket-glazed options with possible maximum IGU thickness of 24mm.

Specialist product options are available including passive ventilation features, French casement formats, replacement frames and chair frames.

Key Features

For mainstream residential use
Squared off frame and no grooves or die lines on sashes and frames for a clean, contemporary appearance
A strong frame with a 35mm platform for high performance
Bead-glazed or pocket-glazed options with possible maximum IGU thickness of 24mm
Condensation collected in a channel
Three passive ventilation options with windows closed — Sashvent, Aerovent and Ventient.
Two–point espagnolette locking available
Three frame options — standard frame, replacement frame and chair frame

Ranges

Residential Series

Scope of Use

Awning windows provide versatile ventilation with a good degree of weather protection
Casements can direct breezes inside and have a traditional aesthetic
Need to be used in defined maximum sizes according to the wind exposure
Can be used for sun shading, windbreak, privacy and as an architectural feature

Limitations on Use

Care needed if projecting on to walkways and decks. Restrictor stays can limit opening in such situations
Restrictors will be needed to conform to NZBC F4 'Safety from falling' if windows open on to a drop of 1m or more
Consider a horizontal sliding window to protect walkways
Caution is required for the use of casements which open directly into prevailing winds
Casements beyond benches may have top fasteners that are hard to reach

Statement of Building Code Compliance

Designed, tested and manufactured to meet NZS 4211: Performance of Windows, and NZS 4233: Glazing in Buildings, Parts 1-4
Designed and tested to conform to NZ Building Code, including Clause E2.

In-Service History

Extensively used in residential projects throughout New Zealand for more than 40 years with continuous design upgrades
Widely used by homeowners, builders, Group home builders and specifiers.

Other Performance Attributes

Window and door warranty provided under normal conditions of use against failure of materials and workmanship for a period of five years
Surface finish is covered by a separate performance warranty dependent on the actual finish selected
A hardware/componentry warranty is offered against defects in manufacturing, functionality and surface finish for a period of five years, provided care and maintenance guidelines have been followed.

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Description

Key Features

Categories

Ranges

Scope of Use

Limitations on Use

Statement of Building Code Compliance

In-Service History

Other Performance Attributes

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