Plasma Core Entrance Doors by ALTHERM Window Systems

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Plasma Core Entrance Doors

ALTHERM Window Systems

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Plasma Core Entrance Door

Plasma tongue and groove panel and bead detail

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Description

A clean, smooth architectural look is achieved using flat sheet aluminium or full glass treatments. Negative details lines can be featured on aluminium Plasma doors as well as edge-to-edge horizontal tongue and groove planks.

Aluminium doors can be powder coated or anodised and glass clad doors are coloured with an opaque Colourback finish. Dual colour (interior and exterior) is possible.

Key Features

For mainstream residential and commercial use (NB: Plasma Commercial is only compatible with APL Architectural Series and Commercial Shopfront Series)
Aluminium clad doors with a smooth flat finish for a minimalist architectural look, negative detail lines are available as well
Durable 2mm aluminium sheet cladding makes for a light entrance door
Glass inserts (22mm IGUs) possible
Can be dual coloured to match interior and exterior colour schemes
Glass Plasma is available in a wide variety of colours and can be custom matched
High density polystyrene core gives excellent thermal, acoustic and strength characteristics
An economic Slimline Plasma entrance door is possible using flat sheet aluminium cladding — available in restricted range of designs, colours and sizes
Commercial Plasma Door option with thickness of 51mm. Contains extra internal aluminium webbing for enhanced rigidity and durability.

Ranges

Entrance Doors

Scope of Use

Generally installed in protected entranceways and sheltered environments
Inward opening option is usually recommended
Double opening doors (French style) or opening sidelights possible for full-width access
Maximum panel size 3500 x 1460 (Slimline maximum size 2400 x 1200)
Plasma is compatible with all APL ranges
Accepts either standard hinges or pivot gear

Limitations on Use

Installation in sheltered environments recommended — away from full sun exposure
Dark colours not recommended for doors exposed to prolonged direct sunlight
Hardware type must be advised at time of door order

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

Released in 2009
Widely used by homeowners, builders, Group home builders and specifiers

Other Performance Attributes

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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Documents

Entrance Door R Values

2024

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Data Sheet

2025

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Altherm on Masterspec

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Full Specification

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Specification Clause

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WGANZ Guide to E2/AS1

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Altherm Care, Maintenance & Warranty Brochure (with AGP)

2020

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Altherm Design Brochure

2020

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Altherm Entrance Door Brochure

2019

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Plasma Configuration Options

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APL and Sustainability

2019

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Manufacturer Contact List

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CAD/PDF Details

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Full Set of Drawings

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Altherm Residential Plasma Entrance Door Solid Core Panels

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Altherm Residential Plasma Entrance Door & Sidelight

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Altherm Residential Plasma Entrance Door Equal Sized French Door

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Stylish contemporary lines, effective thermal technology and unwavering attention to detail have made Altherm a favourite with architects, designers and homeowners across New Zealand.

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