Given the new building regulations and a drive for better energy efficiency in patio doors , the Warmcore solution offers double and triple glazing options within a system that also boasts a number of premium performance features .

With a U-value of 1.4 W / ( m ² K ) double glazed and 1.0 W /( m ² K ) triple glazed , Warmcore is a product platform for the domestic and commercial sectors . Available in two , three and four-pane variants it ’ s also a system with complete design flexibility and the option of both single colour or dual-colour options and there ’ s also a thermally broken low threshold available .

Bespoke hardware features throughout the

Warmcore patio door with self-levelling rollers running on a precision engineered track to give long-term , ultrasmooth and reliable performance . These wheels have also been tested to 50,000 cycles , providing further proof of longevity .

There is also a unique custom designed ‘ liftto-lock ’ handle which is unique to the Warmcore patio door . This innovative handle operates the bi-directional locks located at the top and bottom of the door and feature ‘ claws ’ helping to make Warmcore patios incredibly secure at the interlock , typically a security weak point in standard PVCu patio doors . The Warmcore patio door also carries PAS24 , an important standard under

the forthcoming revisions to Part Q of the building regulations .

The Warmcore patio door also incorporates soft close technology , also known as a safety brake , as an optional upgrade which helps prevent trapped fingers and unintentional slamming

, particularly useful when children are around . Carefully engineered , these built-in safety brakes guarantee soft , dampened operation , helping prevent misuse .

Phil Brown , research and development manager at Kömmerling commented :

“ The Warmcore patio door is a wonderful piece of product engineering and is available as a finished product and also as part of an integrated bar length system including casement , flush and tilt and turn windows , along with an impressive bi-folding door .

With consumers looking towards better performing products and those rich in design features , there ’ s never been a better time in which to look at Warmcore .”

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ERA , one of the UK ’ s leading home security and fenestration component providers , has extended its offering of friction stays and introduced trickle vents for casement windows as part of its commitment to providing fabricators with the widest portfolio of complementary , high performance hardware .

Manufactured from durable Stainless Steel and suitable for PVC , timber and aluminium windows , the suite of friction stays includes standard , egress only , egress easy clean and restricted versions to aid fabricators in meeting the specific requirements of every project .

Supplied with a 10 year mechanical guarantee and PAS 24 compliant when used in conjunction with a hingeguard in

a compliant window system , the new range of friction stays offer manufacturers the highest standards of durability and reliability .

Kerry Blackford , Head of Product at ERA , said : “ By partnering with ERA , window fabricators can be confident our comprehensive portfolio of window hardware and decorative furniture will meet each of their requirements , whilst providing first class quality and longevity .”

Meeting the requirements of BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 4 , the friction stays have been rigorously tested for corrosion

resistance up to 240 hours and meet the requirements of BS 6375-1 and 2 to deliver first class performance .

The latest range is bolstered by a dedicated offering of trickle vents for PVCu casement windows that meet the minimum requirements of Building Regulations Part F1:2010 , whilst also featuring improved dB noise reduction for increased performance .

Available as 2500 , 4000 or 5000 link vents and supplied separately in a variety of colours , the vents provide fabricators with a mix and match offering to suit

the internal and external finishes of each window .

Featuring a sleek , compact design that sits discreetly within the window , the canopy is limited to a 25mm extension , whilst the aerodynamic construction directs airflow efficiently through the vent pathway .

Supplied with fixing clips already fitted , the trickle vents can be installed within seconds as they easily push into place , whilst the clip automatically centres the vent to ensure it is fitted level .

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