Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged & French Doors by FIRST Windows & Doors

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged & French Doors

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Open-out hinge door with side light

Hinged door frame – open-out

Parliament hinge in open position

Hinged door panel (at left) with side light

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Description

These are available in open-in and open-out formats. Doors are rated to 2.7m high. For higher doors consider using APL Architectural Series ThermalHEART®. Both open-in and open-out door systems are available with integrated or coupled sidelights and overlights, with or without opening sashes. French doors have flush meeting stiles for a clean look.

Key Features

Door panels lap over frame for superior aesthetics, weather tightness and thermal performance
Lapped panels enhance security by hindering access to door latch
Flush meeting stiles give a clean appearance in French doors and provide superior weathering
Open-out and open-in frames available
Parliament hinges allow doors to open outwards a full 180° in brick veneer situations
Three-way adjustable hinges for optimum installation and performance
Overlights and sidelights are possible
Maximum glass thickness of 44mm IGU — compliance with NZBC clause H1 Energy Efficiency requires high performing Low-E double glazing
A range of door handle and lock options are available, including multi-point locking

Ranges

Metro Series ThermalHEART®

Scope of Use

Suitable for broad residential use, including in apartments and buildings over 10m in height
Available in defined maximum sizes

Limitations on Use

Recommended maximum 2700mm high doors in Very High wind zones — for larger sizes consider using APL Architectural Series ThermalHEART®
Compliance with NZBC clause H1 Energy Efficiency requires high performing Low-E double glazing

Statement of Building Code Compliance

Designed, tested and manufactured to meet NZS 4211: Specification for Performance of Windows, and NZS 4233: Glazing in Buildings, Parts 1-4
Conforms to all relevant NZ Building Code clauses

In-Service History

Redesigned and relaunched in 2023 (previous version 2012)
New range rolling out nationally; previous version in use in residential projects, including medium rise, throughout New Zealand 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. Metro Series ThermalHEART® products can have a different colour on the interior and exterior faces as an optional choice
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

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Ranges

Scope of Use

Limitations on Use

Statement of Building Code Compliance

In-Service History

Other Performance Attributes

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Doors

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Doors — Open Out with Rail Option

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Doors — Open Out Overlight with Flushrail Options

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Doors — Open Out Coupler with Awning Window

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Doors — Open Out Hinge Options

Metro Series ThermalHEART® French Doors — Open Out French Stile

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Doors — Open Out Sidelight Mullion Option

Metro Series ThermalHEART® French Doors — Open Out Sidelight Coupler Option

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Doors — Open In with Rail Option

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Doors — Open In Overlight with Flushrail Options

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Doors — Open In Hinge Options

Metro Series ThermalHEART® French Doors — Open In Meeting Stiles

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Doors — Open In Sidelight Mullion

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Doors — Sidelight Coupler Option

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Door Open In on Flat Sheet

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Door Open In on Profile Metal

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Door Open In on Rusticated Weatherboard

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Hinged Door Open In on Stucco

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