Windows and Doors
Current and proposed legislation demands higher energy performance for new homes, public & commercial properties.
Similar formats are being introduced for refurbishment of older properties.
Composite profiles are used e.g.in
- Window frames
- Sliding doors
- Door frames
- Door sills
- Skylights and domelights
- Alu thermally broken profiles
- PVC window stiffeners
- Steel doors and door edges
Thermal Efficiency
- The make-up of Exel Composites' profiles is mainly glass fibre
- Glassfibre is an excellent insulating Material - it does not conduct heat or cold, thus ensuring thermal efficiency of the composite
- Exel Composite profiles do not require the "thermal breaks" necessary with aluminium windows
- Coefficient of thermal expansion is similar to glass
Dimensionally Stable
- Exel composites show no brittleness at low temperature and remain unchanged at high temperatures
- Exel composites have expansion/contraction rate of 1/6 of PVC and 1/3 of aluminium, making it an ideal alternative to aluminium, PVC and timber
- Extra low thermal movement, stable at all temperatures, high or low
- Resistant to water, unaffected by sustained saturation or moisture
Lasting Performance
- Does not rust, rot or warp
- A strong, self reinforced structural composite, performs extremely well in all demanding environments
- Can be painted with a range of readily available paint systems
- Low embodied energy, far lower than steel, aluminium or PVC
Contemporary Style
- Aesthetic appeal – slimmer profiles for windows allow greater glass area and less intrusive sight lines
- Compatible – Composite windows and doors profile designs accommodate accomodate standard locks, handles, hinges and accessories