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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning & Casement Windows
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Description

Awning and casement windows have clean lines and a visual aesthetic that matches the entire product range. There is a choice of facing and flush, non-facing options. Designed for suitability in large sizes. For larger format fixed and opening windows consider using APL Architectural Series ThermalHEART®.

Key Features
  • Awning and casement windows have a facing option and a flush, non-facing option
  • Facing sashes available in varying performance grades
  • Mullions and transoms with external fins or internal boxes available
  • Concealed drainage option available
  • Multi-point locking available through Eurogroove feature
  • Maximum glass thickness of 44mm IGU — compliance with NZBC clause H1 Energy Efficiency requires high performing Low-E double glazing.
  • Vent options — Aerovent, SashVent and Ventient
Scope of Use
  • Suitable for broad residential use, including in apartments and buildings over 10m in height
  • Compliance with NZBC clause H1 Energy Efficiency requires high performing Low-E double glazing
  • 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
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
  • Compliance with NZBC clause H1 Energy Efficiency requires high performing Low-E double glazing
  • For large fixed and opening windows consider using APL Architectural Series ThermalHEART®
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
Documents
Data Sheet: Metro Series ThermalHEART® Windows
Span Tables: Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning & Casement Windows
Specifier Guide
WGANZ Guide to E2/AS1

2022

Full Specification Guide: Metro Series ThermalHEART®
Specification Guide: Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning & Casement Windows
Vantage on Masterspec
Declare Label

2023

Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) Report

2023

Specifier Guide
Manufacturer Contact List
AGP Cleaning & Maintenance
Vantage Care, Maintenance & Warranty Brochure (with AGP)

2020

Vantage Brochure
AGP Condensation Guide
AGP Visual Quality of Glass
APL and Sustainability
CAD/PDF Details
Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows

FULL SET

PDF and ZIP (contains all DWGs)

Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — With Sash Option

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — With Sash & Mullion/Transom Options

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — Corner Post Options

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — Aerovent Options

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — Ventient Options

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — Ventient at Mullions & Jamb

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — With Sash Option (56mm)

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — With Sash & Mullion/Transom Options (56mm)

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — Corner Post Options (56mm)

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — Aerovent Options (56mm)

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — Ventient Options (56mm)

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Windows — Ventient at Mullions & Jamb (56mm)

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Installation Details
Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Board and Batten

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Brick Veneer

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Bevelback Weatherboard

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Flat Sheet

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Profile Metal

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Rusticated Weatherboard

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Stucco

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Board & Batten (56mm)

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Brick Veneer (56mm)

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Bevelback Weatherboard (56mm)

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Flat Sheet (56mm)

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Profile Metal (56mm)

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Rusticated Weatherboard (56mm)

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Metro Series ThermalHEART® Awning Window on Stucco (56mm)

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