Installer Support
JANUARY 2026 | 35
Installer Support
EXPANDED TRADE OFFERING HELPS INSTALLERS WORK SMARTER AND WIN MORE JOBS
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As demand continues to rise for large-scale glazing and contemporary indoor-outdoor living, UK installers are under pressure to deliver high-performance aluminium door systems quickly, accurately, and with minimal disruption on site. Astra Windows, one of the UK’ s most experienced aluminium fabricators is helping trade partners win more jobs and install with greater confidence through two key product lines: their Aluna Bifold Door System and their ALUK Inline Sliding Patio Door System.
Both ranges reflect Astra’ s“ installer-first” fabrication ethos, where every detail is engineered to save time on site, reduce snagging risks, and enhance profitability for trade customers
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• Multi-configuration options: mono, dual, or tri-rail setups for flexible designs
• Thermal performance achieving U-values as low as 1.4 W / m ² K
• PAS 24 security certification, ensuring compliance with current UK standards
• Installer-friendly features such as anti-bimetal low-lambda strips for improved stability
• Accepts 20mm- 31mm glazing, plus wide colour and dual-colour options
Designed to fit smoothly and perform reliably, Astra Window’ s ALUK sliding patio door helps installers avoid common on-site issues- reducing delays, eliminating snagging risks, and protecting profit margins on every project.
Aluna Bifold Doors: Designed for Performance, Engineered for Efficiency
Astra Window’ s Aluna Bifold System has rapidly become one of the UK’ s most in-demand aluminium bifolds, thanks to a combination of installer-led engineering and high-end design. Fabricated in-house using marine-grade aluminium and fully PAS24-secure as standard, the Aluna bifold delivers a premium finish while making life easier for installers on site. The Aluna Bifold System continues to stand out for installers who want high performance without unnecessary complication.
Key Installer Advantages
• Super-slim 107mm sightlines: maximising glass area and an ultra-clean contemporary aesthetic without complicating installation.
• Market-leading sash sizes up to 1200mm wide x 3000mm high: giving installers greater design flexibility and helping them win more premium projects.
• U-values as low as 1.1 W / m ² K( triple glazed) and 1.4 W / m ² K( double glazed): offering installers a product that easily meets Part L requirements.
•‘ Click-and-forget’ clip-in beads: for fast, trouble-free glazing on site, ideal for reducing fitting time and minimising error.
• 120kg heavy-duty wheel hardware: ensures smooth, long-lasting operation and reduces the likelihood of after-care visits or call-backs.
• Extensive hardware, handle and colour options: including dual-colour and any special RAL colour.
• Marine-grade aluminium: gives installers confidence in long-term durability, particularly in coastal and high-exposure environments.
• Stylish, secure, and performance-driven: with cutting-edge design features paired with the aesthetic versatility today’ s customers’ demand.
With over 36 years of fabrication expertise behind it, Astra Windows has refined the Aluna bifold to be a system that installers can handle quickly and confidently, without sacrificing style, security, or longterm durability.
ALUK Fast-Install, High- Performance Sliding Door
Astra Windows now fabricates the ALUK BSC94 Inline Sliding Patio Door giving installers a system that combines slim sightlines, robust performance, and exceptional practicality on site. Astra Window’ s ALUK slider meets the growing demand for sleek architectural design while staying true to Astra’ s“ trade-ready” standards.
Key Technical & Installer Benefits:
• Slim 45mm sightlines for maximum glass area and clean, modern aesthetics
• Heavy-duty capability accommodating panels up to 400kg
Trade Support That Works the Way Installers Work
Beyond expert fabrication, Astra provides a support model built around the needs of its busy trade professionals:
• Quotes typically turned around within 24 hours
• UK-wide, direct-to-site delivery
• Consistent lead times thanks to full inhouse manufacturing
• A hands-on trade showroom where installers can test products before ordering
• 10-year product guarantee for longterm peace of mind.
“ We know what matters to installers, and we build everything around that,” says David Jackson, Managing Director at Astra Windows.“ Speed, reliability, and confidence on site- those are the things that keep jobs moving. Our Aluna bifolds and our new ALUK sliders are engineered to make life easier for the trade, without compromising on quality or design.”
www. astrawindows. co. uk