Aluminium and FRP systems for window and door fabrication

Selection guide · 9 exterior window systems

Compare thermally broken aluminium window systems.

Use the table to shortlist a system by opening mode and reference geometry. The final selection is checked against opening size, glass, wind load, thermal target, hardware, fabrication method and destination standard.

Aluminium window profile comparison
SystemOpening typeFrame depthCatalogue referenceSelection starting point
A65A65 Casement WindowOutward / inward casement65 mmInterface dimension: ≤ 75 mmCompact casement construction
A110A110 Casement WindowCasement110.5 mmInterface dimension: ≤ 120 mmDeeper frame construction
A120A120 Casement WindowCasement120.6 mmInterface dimension: ≤ 130 mmCold-region projects requiring a 120.6 mm frame
S175S175 Parallel-Projecting WindowParallel push-out175 mmSash travel: 250 mmControlled ventilation for high-rise or coastal use
S132S132 Compression-Seal WindowCompression-seal132 mmInterface dimension: ≤ 142 mmFlush appearance and multi-layer compression sealing
S96NS96N Inward Casement WindowInward / tilt-and-turn96 mmInterior cleaning and tilt ventilation
S115S115 Sliding WindowHorizontal sliding115 mmInterface dimension: ≤ 125 mmPractical residential sliding openings
S126S126 Sliding WindowHeavy-duty sliding126 mmInterface dimension: ≤ 96 mmLarge, clean-sightline sliding windows
S150S150 Vertical Sliding WindowVertical lifting150 mmInterface dimension: ≤ 206 mmAutomated or manual vertical openings

Values are catalogue references, not a performance guarantee. Request the current drawings, BOM and evidence scope before specifying a system.

Product FAQ

Technical questions.

Reference answers for early system selection. Final dimensions, components and performance are fixed in the project-specific technical package.

What is the difference between A65, A110 and A120 aluminium windows?

They form a progressively deeper casement range. A65 has a 65 mm frame, A110 uses a 110.5 mm frame, and A120 uses a 120.6 mm frame with a 35.3 mm PA66GF25 thermal barrier. Whole-window thermal performance must be verified for the released construction.

Which PINDÉ aluminium systems use sliding operation?

S115 and S126 are horizontal sliding window systems. S150 lifts vertically, while S175 moves outward in parallel and S132 uses a side-pressed closing action. Select by opening geometry as well as load, sealing and hardware requirements.

Can profile depth alone determine thermal performance?

No. Whole-window performance depends on the complete profile build, thermal breaks, glazing, spacers, seals, dimensions, hardware, joints and installation. Catalogue geometry is only the starting point for qualification.