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ALUPROF INTRODUCED THE NEXT-GENERATION CASEMENT WINDOW
BY WOJCIECH BROŻYNA- MD ALUPROF UK
A perfect aluminium window system seamlessly combines high-performance engineering with elegant design. Extruded aluminium frames, thermally broken with polyamide or polyurethane insulators, ensure exceptional thermal efficiency and minimise heat transfer, reducing energy consumption and preventing condensation. Slim sightlines maximise glass area for optimal natural light, whilst precision-engineered mullions and transoms provide structural rigidity, even in large-format units. High-quality double or triple glazed units with low-E coatings and inertgas fills, offer acoustic insulation and solar control, creating a comfortable, quiet interior environment without compromising on transparency or views.
Beyond core performance, the perfect aluminium window system prioritises durability, security, and customisation. Marine-grade finished profiles resist corrosion in harsh coastal or urban environments, while robust multi-point locking hardware and impactresistant glazing enhance safety. A broad palette of powder-coat or anodised finishes allows architects and homeowners to tailor the aesthetic, whether a sleek, contemporary matte-black or a classic metallic sheen, without sacrificing long-term colour stability. Modular design and integrated drainage channels simplify installation and maintenance, while compatibility with smart-home sensors and ventilation accessories ensures that the window system adapts to evolving building standards and occupant needs over its decades-long service life.
Enter the newly launched MB-79N CSF aluminium window system from Aluprof, a slim-profile, outwardopening window system that blends minimalist aesthetics with robust thermal performance. With fixed-frame sightlines as narrow as 35.2 mm and operable casement profiles from just 60.5 mm, it maximises glazing area without sacrificing structural integrity. Its three-chamber, thermally broken profiles are offered in two insulation grades, the cost-effective ST variant and the high-efficiency SI variant with dedicated insulating inserts. The ST variant offers a U-value of 1.42 W /( m ² K) using double glazing and 0.97 W /( m ² K) when using triple glazing, whilst the SI variant offers a U-value of 1.37 W /( m ² K) using double glazing and 0.93 W /( m ² K) when using triple glazing. Designers can choose between a flush exterior appearance, where sash and frame sit flush for a monolithic look, or a slightly extended casement for more pronounced shadow lines. The complete system accommodates fixed, side-hung and top-hung opening casements allowing a wide range of composite configurations.
Beyond its clean lines, the MB-79N CSF offers fabricators and end users tangible benefits in manufacture, security and longevity. A proprietary hybrid hinge supports casement weights up to 80
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