INDUSTRY NEWS
Partnership and Collaboration Behind the Launch of Groundbreaking Window System
Market leading manufacturer of door locking systems and window fitting systems , Winkhaus UK , was proud to attend the launch events of the new KWD92 UT + Passive House window by Kawneer , a leading provider of architectural aluminium products , following an 18-month development program .
The KWD92 UT + is designed with the fabricator in mind offering key fabrication benefits . The Winkhaus efficient window system hardware , aluPilot together with Kawneer ’ s pre-set gasket and corner assembly which potentially offers 30 % faster fabrication time .
KWD92 UT + Window System
Passive House certified , the KWD92 UT + features a multi-chamber thermal break core and Kawneer ’ s patented reflex technology . This combination delivers market-leading thermal performance , achieving values as low as 0.6 W / m 2 K without requiring additional foam inserts in the thermal chambers .
Passive House is a leading energy-efficient building standard that ensures indoor comfort and insulation through exceptional airtightness and thermal performance , resulting in minimal energy usage and clean air . It promotes the construction of healthy , comfortable , and sustainable buildings .
Time plays a vital role in the installation of windows , and the new KWD92 UT + window system allows fabrication to be up to 30 % faster than Kawneer ’ s current range . Using Winkhaus ’ efficient fitting system , aluPilot , aluminium fabricators can manufacture the windows at least 10 minutes faster per window compared to traditional aluminium Euro Groove systems . Faster and easier installation can reduce the cost price of an aluminium window , saving time , money and increasing productivity .
Maria Morgan , UK Product Manager for Kawneer comments “ We are delighted with our collaboration with Winkhaus to help introduce our new innovative Passive House window to the UK market . This partnership combines our expertise in sustainable building solutions with Winkhaus ’ own commitment to providing efficient sustainable solutions , that together help set a new standard for performance , speed , and efficiency . Together , we aim to provide homeowners and builders with a high-performance Passive House window that not only meet but exceed the requirements of the Passive House standard , ensuring superior thermal comfort and energy savings .”
aluPilot : Click . Click . Done aluPilot ’ s time-saving result has been confirmed through extensive testing with manufacturers during the development and roll-out of aluPilot to European and UK systems houses . When multiplied across weekly production , these time savings really start to add up . The drive rod concept of aluPilot simplifies and streamlines the window manufacturing process by eliminating several traditional steps :
• No cutting or punching of connecting rods
• No punching of profile grooves
• No waste from offcuts of connecting rods
• No Screws
With aluPilot , components are clicked into place , making the process more efficient and reducing cutting waste . This innovative system offers a comprehensive
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