Topic Terms: Vinyl, Windows
uPVC Window System
Alpen High Performance Products offers new, slimmer profile options in its Tyrol uPVC window system. Tyrol Edge and Tyrol Contour advance the platform's design flexibility while preserving its energy efficiency, with whole-window thermal performance up to R-11 (U-0.09).
- Large-format windows with slimmer sightlines: A composite frame with continuous fiberglass reinforcement, combined with lightweight triple-pane AlpenGlass, reduces weight by 30-50% while maintaining structural rigidity for sizes up to 78.75 inches by 118 inches.
- Whole-window thermal performance up to R-11 (U-0.09): Optional quad-pane AlpenGlass IGUs boost center-of-glass R-values up to R-15 (U-0.067).
- Air infiltration as low as 0.01 CFM/square foot: Supporting both Passive House certification and draft-free indoor comfort.
- Acoustic benefits: Asymmetrical IGU construction, featuring an ultra-thin glass core, and a triple-sealed frame design dampen sound transmission up to STC 45/ OITC 37.
- Design flexibility: Two new profiles – Edge and Contour – accommodate both contemporary and classic building aesthetics, with Alpen's European-style, dual-action tilt-turn functionality in a slimmer frame.
Unlike conventional vinyl windows, Alpen's Tyrol is manufactured from uPVC (unplasticized polyvinyl chloride), with a multi-chambered frame design and continuous fiberglass reinforcements. This approach eliminates the warping, cracking, and thermal performance loss seen in traditional plasticized vinyl systems.
The Tyrol system continues to serve a wide range of high-performance building applications – from code-compliant commercial buildings and affordable multi-family housing to Passive House and net zero homes – by balancing energy efficiency, structural performance, and long-life practicality backed by 10 to 20-year warranties.
uPVC Window System
Alpen High Performance Products offers new, slimmer profile options in its Tyrol uPVC window system. Tyrol Edge and Tyrol Contour advance the platform's design flexibility while preserving its energy efficiency, with whole-window thermal performance up to R-11 (U-0.09).
- Large-format windows with slimmer sightlines: A composite frame with continuous fiberglass reinforcement, combined with lightweight triple-pane AlpenGlass, reduces weight by 30-50% while maintaining structural rigidity for sizes up to 78.75 inches by 118 inches.
- Whole-window thermal performance up to R-11 (U-0.09): Optional quad-pane AlpenGlass IGUs boost center-of-glass R-values up to R-15 (U-0.067).
- Air infiltration as low as 0.01 CFM/square foot: Supporting both Passive House certification and draft-free indoor comfort.
- Acoustic benefits: Asymmetrical IGU construction, featuring an ultra-thin glass core, and a triple-sealed frame design dampen sound transmission up to STC 45/ OITC 37.
- Design flexibility: Two new profiles – Edge and Contour – accommodate both contemporary and classic building aesthetics, with Alpen's European-style, dual-action tilt-turn functionality in a slimmer frame.
Unlike conventional vinyl windows, Alpen's Tyrol is manufactured from uPVC (unplasticized polyvinyl chloride), with a multi-chambered frame design and continuous fiberglass reinforcements. This approach eliminates the warping, cracking, and thermal performance loss seen in traditional plasticized vinyl systems.
The Tyrol system continues to serve a wide range of high-performance building applications – from code-compliant commercial buildings and affordable multi-family housing to Passive House and net zero homes – by balancing energy efficiency, structural performance, and long-life practicality backed by 10 to 20-year warranties.
uPVC Window System
Alpen High Performance Products offers new, slimmer profile options in its Tyrol uPVC window system. Tyrol Edge and Tyrol Contour advance the platform's design flexibility while preserving its energy efficiency, with whole-window thermal performance up to R-11 (U-0.09).
- Large-format windows with slimmer sightlines: A composite frame with continuous fiberglass reinforcement, combined with lightweight triple-pane AlpenGlass, reduces weight by 30-50% while maintaining structural rigidity for sizes up to 78.75 inches by 118 inches.
- Whole-window thermal performance up to R-11 (U-0.09): Optional quad-pane AlpenGlass IGUs boost center-of-glass R-values up to R-15 (U-0.067).
- Air infiltration as low as 0.01 CFM/square foot: Supporting both Passive House certification and draft-free indoor comfort.
- Acoustic benefits: Asymmetrical IGU construction, featuring an ultra-thin glass core, and a triple-sealed frame design dampen sound transmission up to STC 45/ OITC 37.
- Design flexibility: Two new profiles – Edge and Contour – accommodate both contemporary and classic building aesthetics, with Alpen's European-style, dual-action tilt-turn functionality in a slimmer frame.
Unlike conventional vinyl windows, Alpen's Tyrol is manufactured from uPVC (unplasticized polyvinyl chloride), with a multi-chambered frame design and continuous fiberglass reinforcements. This approach eliminates the warping, cracking, and thermal performance loss seen in traditional plasticized vinyl systems.
The Tyrol system continues to serve a wide range of high-performance building applications – from code-compliant commercial buildings and affordable multi-family housing to Passive House and net zero homes – by balancing energy efficiency, structural performance, and long-life practicality backed by 10 to 20-year warranties.
Moving Glass Wall
MILGARD'S VX350 Moving Glass Wall provides homeowners with a new option for expansive patio doors. The product is offered in up to four-panel configurations that stack or slide into pockets, with max panel sizes of 5 feet by 8 feet and openings that span widths up to 20 feet.
The VX350 Vinyl Moving Glass Wall has narrow sightlines that provide views of the outside while bringing in natural light. Its white, almond, and black capstock finishes are designed to match nearly any home’s aesthetic. With a standard warm-edge spacer system and options including Low-E glass coatings and argon-filled insulating glass, the VX350 can reduce energy costs and meet ENERGY STAR requirements in all four climate zones in certain configurations. It is AAMA- and NFRC-tested and certified.
Moving Glass Wall
MILGARD'S VX350 Moving Glass Wall provides homeowners with a new option for expansive patio doors. The product is offered in up to four-panel configurations that stack or slide into pockets, with max panel sizes of 5 feet by 8 feet and openings that span widths up to 20 feet.
The VX350 Vinyl Moving Glass Wall has narrow sightlines that provide views of the outside while bringing in natural light. Its white, almond, and black capstock finishes are designed to match nearly any home’s aesthetic. With a standard warm-edge spacer system and options including Low-E glass coatings and argon-filled insulating glass, the VX350 can reduce energy costs and meet ENERGY STAR requirements in all four climate zones in certain configurations. It is AAMA- and NFRC-tested and certified.
ProVia
ProVia’s FineLine Technology for Endure Vinyl Windows is designed to produce a straight, clean weld line. The technology is available through ProVia dealers and comes standard on all laminated or painted Endure windows, with the option to upgrade on white, beige and sandstone vinyl. Endure replacement windows produced with FineLine technology are Energy Star-certified vinyl windows that can meet Energy Star window standards nationwide, or for specific climate zones, says ProVia.
ProVia
ProVia’s FineLine Technology for Endure Vinyl Windows is designed to produce a straight, clean weld line. The technology is available through ProVia dealers and comes standard on all laminated or painted Endure windows, with the option to upgrade on white, beige and sandstone vinyl. Endure replacement windows produced with FineLine technology are Energy Star-certified vinyl windows that can meet Energy Star window standards nationwide, or for specific climate zones, says ProVia.
ProVia
ProVia’s FineLine Technology for Endure Vinyl Windows is designed to produce a straight, clean weld line. The technology is available through ProVia dealers and comes standard on all laminated or painted Endure windows, with the option to upgrade on white, beige and sandstone vinyl. Endure replacement windows produced with FineLine technology are Energy Star-certified vinyl windows that can meet Energy Star window standards nationwide, or for specific climate zones, says ProVia.
AllView
AllView Shutters introduced its AllView Vinyl Shutter Fabrication Program, designed for window fabricators. The program allows users to cut and assemble pre-finished PVC components; the company provides the software, materials and training necessary to build shutters. Users will be in full control of production, lead time and the quality of the product, according to the company. AllView is made from poly resin that is paint-free, VOC-free, formaldehyde-free, recyclable and renewable.
AllView
AllView Shutters introduced its AllView Vinyl Shutter Fabrication Program, designed for window fabricators. The program allows users to cut and assemble pre-finished PVC components; the company provides the software, materials and training necessary to build shutters. Users will be in full control of production, lead time and the quality of the product, according to the company. AllView is made from poly resin that is paint-free, VOC-free, formaldehyde-free, recyclable and renewable.