documentation special show success with security + quality!

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Special Show

"Success with Security + Quality!"

16 – 19 March 2016, Nuremberg

© ift Rosenheim 2016 | Special Show "Success with Security + Quality!"

Programme Special Show "Success with Security + Quality!"

Daily Programme

On-going Defects thriller Those who uncover typical workmanship defects as perpetrators of damages and complaints (including demonstration of defects at the ift test rig) and daily draws of the contest.

On-going Show tests at the ift test rigImpact of leakages and defects in fabrication and workmanship in windows and connecting building components on the air tight-ness and resistance to heavy rain as well as sound insulation

10:00 − 11:00

Break-in 1Design and installation of retrofit products with integrated fittings (DIN 18104-2) and demonstration tests with comparison of burglar resistance before and after retrofitting

11:00 − 12.00

Installation Practical manual for proper and professional planning and practi-cal execution of sealing and fixing systems including longitudinal tension tests on different wall bricks

16:00 − 17.00

Break-in 2Demonstration tests and comparison of the burglar resistance of standard windows and windows of the resistance class RC2 and retrofit products with integrated fittings (DIN 18104-2)

from 18:00

Draw of attractive prizes for participants at the ift defects thriller Free passes to the International Rosenheim Window & Facade Conference and GFF Praxistage, comments to DIN 14351-1, installation guidelines and much more

Evening forum

17:15 − 18.00

Wednesday, 16 March 2016 – Quality and Burglar ResistanceDifferentiated requirements and quality stages for windows and doors as well as effective burglar resistance for new constructions and refurbishment by proper and professional planning and design

17:15 − 18.00

Thursday, 17 March 2016 – Fire Safety and Smoke ControlEN 16034 – Impact on Practical Construction. What changes for system providers, manufacturers, dealers, assemblers and suppliers of fittings

17.15 − 18:00

Freitag, 19. März 2016 – MontageProper and professional planning and execution of sealing and fixing systems for windows and exterior doors

Programme

Special Show "Success with

Security + Quality!"


manufacturers, dealers, installation companies and also ar-chitects and designers. Supported by NürnbergMesse, the Association of Glass, Window and Facade Manufacturers (GFF) and the other exhibitors, this Show demonstrates how the quality and safety/security of building compo-nents can be successfully designed, implemented and tested.

In activity zones, visitors to the exhibition can experience live which defects lead directly to claims, how „RAL installa-tion“ with modern technology functions and how burglar resistance can be improved. Window experts can search the „Fehlerkrimi“ detective story for typical manufacturing and installation mistakes and win attractive prizes.

Naturally, experts from the ift Rosenheim, the GFF, the Bavarian LKA (State Office of Criminal Investigation), and other exhibitors, will be available to our visitors to share their experience and competence.

I hope that all visitors to the exhibition will benefit from many new ideas and suggestions for successful product development and marketing. We look forward to your vi-sit and a stimulating conversation. Please visit us in Hall 1-415/515.

Prof. Ulrich SieberathDirector of ift Rosenheim

Foreword

In addition to energy effi-ciency and quality, safety and security have become important selling points be-cause interest in sustainable quality products has been steadily increasing. Building owners rightly demand that building componen-ts are energy efficient and suitable for use – i.e. that they function reliably and durably for many years. This is a good thing because it

strengthens the position of quality manufacturers, and protects against cheap bargain offers. But quality must be recognisable; assured characteristics must be maintained over the long term. When quality assurance is promised, users expect the product to be service/maintenance-friendly, they expect competent advice, straightforward operation (comfort) and correct installation to RAL stan-dards.

Likewise, in the context of increasing crime rates, climate change, financial crises and migration, safety and secu-rity have become important criteria, which include the aspects of burglar resistance as well as reliability of use, fire safety and smoke control, as well as disaster protection. But what does this mean in detail; how can one use these aspects for advice and sales, and explain the advantages to the building owner?

This is the focus of the Special Show „Success with safety/security + quality“ at the international leading Fensterbau Frontale trade fair in Nuremberg, which is attended by

Foreword


Content Page

Introduction to the Special Show’s organizers

ift Rosenheim 1

Baden-Württemberg Glass, Window 2 and Facade Association (GFF)

FENSTERBAU FRONTALE / NürnbergMesse Group 3

Technical article

Safety, security and qualityRecognising trends and customer requirements to successfully align your business in terms of technology and future products

1 Security – burglar resistance 4

2 Safety – fire resistance and smoke control 8

3 Quality – suitability for use 9

4 Quality – quality of workmanship 14 and defects analysis

5 Quality – intended use, design 15 and recommendations for use

6 Quality – installation 18

7 Conclusion 21

8 Bibliography 21

Co-exhibitors A – Z 23

Mediapartners 34

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ift Rosenheim | Introduction to the Special Show’s organizers

ift Rosenheim is a notified European testing, surveillance and certification body with international accreditation, ac-cording to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025. The core activities of ift Rosenheim contain practiceoriented, holistic and fast test-ing, evaluation and quality control of products and build-ing components from a single source.

ift Rosenheim focuses to support the industry with reliable scientific and professional technical services like testing, verifications for several building supervisory authorities, experts opinions, calculations and simulations, research projects, standardisation work, certification, publications, referents and much more. A team of scientists, engineers and practitioners in various fields of expertise, and state-of-the-art equipped laboratories at hand, offer excellent pre-conditions for the verification of all product characteristics. Additionally, the ift certification body is certified to estab-lish its own rules for the definition and assurance of product quality. ift Rosenheim acts as a leading authority in disputes, offering scientific analysis of the cause of damage and de-veloping feasible plans for refurbishment.

ift Rosenheim – All tests and services from a single source

Collaboration and convenorship with national and Euro-pean standardisation commissions of important commit-tees in Europe warrant that ift´s services are according the latest version of national and international standards and further developement is taken into account. Accreditation by Deutscher Akkreditierungsrat (DAR/DAP, German Ac-creditation Council) guarantees international recognition of ift verifications by institutes, public authorities or approval bodies. ift also supports its clients in international market activities, aiming to avoid multiple tests or surveillances. ift Rosenheim provides new knowledge in form of stan-dardised specifications, guidelines, certification schemes, professional publications, workshops and seminars. During trade fairs and conventions of the industry, the latest trends and innovations are presented in an appealing and effect-ive way to the public.

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Introduction to the Special Show’s organizers | Baden-Württemberg Glass, Window and Facade Association (GFF)

As a professional association, the Baden-Württemberg Glass, Window and Facade Association represents the common interests of the guild members in the fields of glazing, win-dow joinery and facade construction. It performs important functions in the areas of lobbying on behalf of the industry, provision of individual services, and professional training. In partnership with the Rhineland-Palatinate Glaziers‘ Associati-on, the B-W Glass, Window and Facade Association runs the Training Centre “Industrial Academy for Glass, Window and Facade Technology” in Karlsruhe, Germany.

The B-W Glass, Window and Facade Association logo above is exclusively for use by the Guild members. This serves as a sign to customers that the company is a member of a strong professional organisation.

Strong together – the B-W Glass, Window and Facade Asso-ciation provides support in the following areas:

Lobbying on behalf of the industry• Anationalpresence,allowingittolobbyeffectivelyon

economic, social and education policy

• Tradeandwagepolicy

• Technology,rulesandstandards

• PRwork,tradefairs

Provision of individual services• Technicalandeconomicconsultancyforbusinesses

• Legaladvice(construction,employmentand competition law)

• Informationservices

• Marketing/promotionalmaterials

Training and further education and continuing profes-sional development(Industrial Academy for Glass, Window and Facade Tech-nology, Karlsruhe and the Glass, Window and Facade Tech-nical School. Karlsruhe)

• Inter-company training for apprentices in South-WestGermany

• Full-andpart-timemastercraftsmanclassesinpreparati-on for the master glazier examination

• Technicalseminarsandself-containedcurricula

Baden-Württemberg Glass, Window and Facade Association (GFF): a strong professional association for the glazing and window joinery trades


FENSTERBAU FRONTALE – NürnbergMesse Group | Introduction to the Special Show’s organizers

FENSTERBAU FRONTALE: THE TRADE SHOW for Windows, Doors, Facades

FENSTERBAU FRONTALE in Nuremberg is the world‘s lea-ding trade fair for windows, doors and facades, related technologies, components and prefabricated units and the associated range of machinery and services.

Among others, the security aspect drives innovation in the window, door and facade construction sector. Archi-tects, tradesmen, manufacturers and the trade discuss at FENSTERBAU FRONTALE how constructive features of windows and doors influence their quality and security. Further focus areas are sustainability, energy-efficient buil-ding and comfort as well as aesthetics and design trends.

Some 108,000 visitors and 1,319 exhibitors in 2014 made FENSTERBAU FRONTALE in combination with HOLZ-HANDWERK an impressive highlight for the industry which in 2016 again will entirely occupy Nuremberg’s ex-hibition center.

The organiser of FENSTERBAU FRONTALE is Nürnberg-Messe and the honorary sponsors are the Fachverband Glas Fenster Fassade Baden-Württemberg, the Landesin-nungsverband des Glaserhandwerks Rheinland-Pfalz and the Landesinnungsverband des Bayerischen Glaserhand-werks. ift Rosenheim is a cooperation partner. Further in-formation on the show at www.frontale.de.

Products on display at FENSTERBAU FRONTALE:• Profilesfor

facades, windows, French windows, industrial doors and gates, doors, conserva-tories

• Semi-finishedmaterials

• Materials,productionaids: Coatings, sealing products, timber and wood-based materials, glueing products, cleaning agents, abrasive products, blocking systems

• Components,prefabricatedelements

• Shadingandventilatingequipment

• Glass,glassproducts

• Hardware,doors,fixingequipment

• Safetyequipment

• Officeorganization

• Machines,installationsandtoolsfor glass processing, woodworking, plastic processing, me-talworking, surface finishing and application systems, environmental protection systems

• Operatingsystems,operatingequipment

• Services,associations,research&development

• Technicalinformation

About the NürnbergMesse GroupNürnbergMesse is one of the 15 largest exhibition compa-nies in the world. The portfolio covers some 120 national and international exhibitions and congresses and approx. 40 sponsored pavilions at the Nuremberg location and worldwide. Every year, around 30,000 exhibitors (interna-tional share: 41%) and up to 1.4 million visitors (interna-tional share of trade visitors: 24%) participate in the own, partner and guest events of the NürnbergMesse Group, which is present with subsidiaries in China, North Ameri-ca, Brazil, Italy and India. The group also has a network of about 50 representatives operating in over 100 countries.


Like other industries, the window and facade industry has to cope with global competition. Quality products, custo-mer service and product guarantees are avenues towards

Technical Article | Safety, security and quality

Prof. Ulrich Sieberath – Director of ift RosenheimJürgen Benitz-Wildenburg – Head of PR & Communication, ift RosenheimChristian Kehrer – Head of ift Certification BodyAndreas Matschi – Head of ift Product Management

Safety, security and qualityRecognising trends and customer requirements to successfully align your business in terms of technology and future products

meeting this challenge. Building owners can rightly expect building components to be energy efficient and suitable for use – i.e. that they function reliably and durably over a long period of time. In addition to energy efficiency, safety, security, quality and comfort have become important deci-sion criteria for purchasing windows. „Safety and security“ include burglar resistance, safety in use and fire resistance. The term „quality“ includes suitability for use, workmanship, quality of finish, application-oriented design and specifica-tion, and installation. It also includes effective internal and external quality control. The things that can happen when third-party control is missing have just become evident in an impressive way in the automotive industry.

1 Security – burglar resistance

Police crime statistics show that there is an increase in break-ins of +3.7% to 149,500 cases and an increase in

Fig. 2 Comparison of the effectiveness of mechanical security devices (Source: Cologne Study [2])

Fig. 1 Burglar resistant windows are effective and can be tested


Safety, security and quality | Technical Article

„daytime break-ins“ of +5.8% to 64,754 cases. There is also evidence in the media, with daily reports on the fi-nancial, social and psychological effects of break-ins. The Cologne Study [2] shows that 80% of break-ins into deta-ched houses are made via ground-level terrace/balcony doors and windows, and 75% of the break-ins are made by simply prising open doors and windows. For this reason, it is recommended to use tested and certified burglar re-sistant windows and doors in the design of new buildings in order to ensure reliable burglar resistance. The security level/ resistance class (RC) essentially depends on the po-tential risk to people and the value of the assets to be pro-

tected. In most cases, resistance class RC 2 is adequate for private individuals. For the purpose of retrofit hardware, a large selection of tested and certified hardware to DIN 18104 Part 1 and Part 2 is available on the market..

1.1 Design, standard requirements and evidence

EIt is not possible to provide 100% security / protection against break-ins, therefore the term used is „burglar resi-stance“. The principle of these devices is that it is assumed that the burglar is worried about being detected, beco-

Tab. 1 Recommendation for the use of burglar resistant components (derived from DIN EN 1627)

Tab. 2 Description of resistance classes with reference to intruder behaviour and the associated „tool sets“



mes increasingly nervous as time passes and then aban-dons the break-in. For this reason, burglar resistance starts with the design of the building. Areas that are shielded from view (cellar entrances, terraces, doors in recesses etc.) are burglars’ favourite places, and should be avoided already at the design stage or should be particularly well protected.

The burglar resistance of windows and external pedestri-an doorsets is covered by clause 4.23 of product standard EN 14351-1 which, for testing and grouping into resistance classes, refers to the standard series EN 1627 to EN 1630, which also cover curtain wall facades and grille elements, but not industrial, commercial and garage doors and gates, which are covered by EN 13241-1. The system of preventing break-ins works like a chain which is always only as good as its weakest link – from the applied force to the hardware.

DIN EN 1627 provides options for classification for burglar resistant windows, doors, roller shutters and other shutters.

The different resistance classes correspond to a certain intruder behaviour expected in accordance with the stan-dards, and a resistance period when certain tools are used.

1.2 Use of safety/security glass

Depending on the resistance class aimed for, EN 1627 stipulates details relating to the glazing, which are cove-red by EN 356. EN 1627 provides for a sub-division of re-sistance class RC 2 into two different classes. The added letter „N“ in resistance classes „RC 1 N“ and „RC 2 N“ stands for „national requirement“. In Germany, it is possible to use normal glass without attack-resistant properties as part of class RC 2 N, which provides basic protection against the use of leverage tools but does nothing to protect against break-in via the glass. A positive side effect of safety / se-curity glass is achieved when the glass (e.g. class P4 A) is installed on the inside, because the risk of injury to child-ren due to glass breakage is reduced and, for the intruder,

is increased on the outside.

Infill panels (glass and solid panels) can be secured as required on the attack side by using screw-fastened metal profiles, by bon-ding the panes to the glazing rebate and by screw-fastening the glazing beads. In these details it is important to ensure that the ven-tilation of the glazing rebate is fully retained.

1.3 Mechanical burglar resistance – retrofit

Building owners intending to replace exi-sting windows in order to improve thermal insulation can benefit at the same time from improved burglar resistance devices, so that a lucrative market has developed from the improvement of the burglar resistance of existing buildings to the advantage of in-stallers, manufacturers of retrofit hardware and assembly companies. The requirements and test methods for retrofit products for doors and windows are covered by DIN 18104 „Mechanical security devices“. Retrofit products must have the benefit of tests and certificates in accordance with DIN 18104-1 and 2. Proof must be provided that the components have been installed properly in order to attract grant funding, for example from the KfW bank.

DIN 18104-1 covers retrofit products such as additional locks, bolts or locking bars. These

Tab. 3 Glazing requirements – for the trade and at testing (Classification of Security glazing according to DIN EN 356, typical glass- configuration and assignment to resistance classes according to DIN 52290)



devices should at least be fitted at the handle and hinge sides. In addition, at least one of the security devices should be lockable if laminated safety glass has not been used.

Simple screw-on security devices are not very popular for aesthetical and practical reasons; an aesthetically more pleasing solution can be found in burglar resistant tilt/turn fittings or hinge bolts, which are covered by Part 2 of the standard (retrofit products for doors and windows fitted to the rebate). However, it is important to note that the design of upgrades and the replacement of existing fittings with burglar resistant retrofit hardware requires sufficient specialist knowledge, experience and skill, which are normally absent in untrained installers.

1.4 Construction principles

A general rule in the design of burglar resistant compon-ents is that the „entire security chain“ must be closed. That means that, from the fastening to the wall, to the material and the design of the rebate, a suitable selection of locks and fasteners, as well as hardware, through to the glazing installed, every detail has to fulfil the requirements for bur-glar resistance.

Current test results demonstrate that requirements rela-ting to security, conceptual design and energy conserva-tion can all be complied with „together“. Burglar resistant windows fitted with attack resistant glazing require bigger profile sections owing to the thicker glass. The hardware

industry offers fittings for various resistance classes. The installation instruc-tions provided by hard-ware manufacturers spe-cify details for screw fixing and installation. Another important aspect is the installation and use of lo-ckable window handles in order to prevent case-ments being opened after the glass has been broken by an intruder.

1.5 Quality and certification of products and installation companies

The manufacture and production of burglar resi-stant windows, doors and other shutters requires extensive expert know-ledge. This applies to the supplier of building com-ponents (hardware, win-dow profiles and glass) through to the manufac-turer and the installation company. For this reason, manufacturers of high-quality products avail themselves of the advan-tages provided by certi-fication and monitoring by an authorised body. Certified products can be recognised by their iden-

Fig. 3 Test arrangement for „retrofit products installed in the rebate“ in accordance with DIN 18104-2; here with mushroom pin and security catch

Fig. 4 Components of the security chain of a burglar resistant window



tification plate. Certified products, manufacturers and installation companies are included in the manufacturer lists kept by the German State crime departments (KPK lists), which provide free advice to designers and building owners and make reference to the manufacturers and in-stallers from the KPK lists.

The function of burglar resistant windows and any retrofit installations depends largely on the specialist knowledge of the contracted company. For this reason, the advisory police departments recommend that the installation be carried out by qualified and certified companies. Currently there are two qualification systems on the market.

At the level of the German Federal States (construc-tion legislation is a State matter) the „Errichterverfahren Mechanik“ (mechanical installer procedure) is used, for

the purpose of which the State crime departments have compiled manda-tory catalogues which specify the re-quirements for installers. However, the installer only needs to provide evidence of qualification once. Ongoing control is not provided by this procedure.

Specialist companies with nationwide certification are monitored annually by a neutral external monitoring agency. This involves an examination and assessment of retrofit installations on site for correct implementation. This is the significant difference between a certified and non-certified specialist company (installation company). The procedure ensures the continuing and reliable qualification of the company, and the quality of the final installation. The ift Rosenheim also lists and recommends the monitored com-panies on its website on the information page for building owners, consumers and architects.

2 Safety – fire resistance and smoke control

In commercial properties and public buildings, fire safety in buildings is one of the most impor-tant requirements which therefore must be systematical-ly checked and monitored. In fire safety of buildings, it is vital to ensure that the „inner“ values of the construction including all details (quality of seals, installation, fasten-ing etc.) comply with the requirements; therefore these cannot easily be replaced without further testing. With the introduction of the product standard EN 16034 by 1 September 2016, Europe-wide CE marking will be possible and the national regulations for approval will no longer apply. For this reason, the experience and competence of the notified product certification body (NPC) are of special importance.

2.1 Fire resistance and smoke control elements – the road towards CE marking

The new product standard EN 16034 „Pedestrian door-sets, industrial, commercial, garage doors and openable windows with fire resistance and/or smoke control cha-racteristics“ will come into force on 1 September 2016 with a three-year co-existence phase. Throughout Europe, this makes it easier for manufacturers to market – and for building owners and designers to specify – pedestrian doorsets, industrial, commercial and garage doors and openable windows with fire resistance and smoke control

Fig. 5 Design characteristics of a burglar resistant PVC window

Fig. 6 Identification plate for ift certified burglar resistant products

Fig. 7 The quality mark of companies specialising in mechanical security devices for buildings



properties. During the co-existence phase of EN 16034 it is permissible to market products with the CE mark or with a national identification mark. For architects, manufacturers and assemblers this means that, as of September 2016, the tender specification, design and manufacture can be carried out in accordance with EN 16034 and that, as of September 2019, these processes must be carried out in accordance with the standard

The European standards involve new designations for fire resistant and smoke control door and shutter assemblies (see Table 4) and include mandatory testing and classification of the following mandatory properties:

1. Resistance to fire to Clause 4.1 (e.g. EI2 30)

2. Smoke control to Clause 4.2 (e.g. S200)

3. Ability to release to Clause 4.3 („released“)

4. Self-closing to Clause 4.4 (C)

5. Durability of the ability to release to Clause 4.5.1 (“maintaining“ release)

6. Durability of self-closing against degradation to Clause 4.5.2.1 (cycling testing with statement of class in accordance with the test cycles carried out, e.g. 5)

7. Durability of self-closing against ageing (corrosion) 4.5.2.2 („achieved“)

The designation El230-C5-Sa refers to a room-enclosing (E) fire resistant doorset or shutter with very frequent operati-

on (C5), a limitation of the temperature increase to 180 °C (I2), a resistance period of 30 minutes (30) and smoke con-trol closure at ambient temperature (Sa). Up to now, the designation for single fire resistant doors was simply „T30-1-door“, and for double fire doors, „T30-2-door“.

2.2 Manufacturer and system provider tasks

The Construction Products Regulation (CPR) lists five dif-ferent „systems for the assessment and verification of constancy of performance“ (AVCP). For fire resistant and smoke control assemblies, EN 16034 specifies System 1. In all systems, factory production control (FPC) is the manufacturer’s duty; however, in System 1, this must be monitored by a notified product certification body (NPC) accredited to EN 16034. The NPC is responsible for selec-ting test specimens and samples, for stating performance characteristics (type testing) and for issuing the „certificate of constancy of performance“ as a verification document under construction law. This means that the NPC plays a key role in System 1 for achieving CE marking. Table ZA 3 in EN 16034 describes the allocation of tasks between the manufacturer and the NPC.

2.3 Declaration of Performance (DoP) and CE mark

It is the manufacturer’s responsibility to produce the de-claration of performance and carry out the CE marking on the basis of the „certificate of constancy of performance“ issued by the NPC. The declaration of performance is sub-divided into the information required by the Construction Products Regulation (CPR), which is identical for all construction products (name of manufacturer, product etc.), and the essential characteristics (technical parame-ters) in accordance with Appendix ZA of the product stan-dard. The declaration of performance must be produced in the language required in the country of use, and must be retained for ten years. The information in accordance with EN 16034 must be supplemented by additional in-formation when these products are also subject to other product standards, such as use as an external door (EN 14351-1), internal door (currently prEN 14351-2), automa-tic door (EN 16361) or industrial, commercial and garage door and gate (EN13241-1).

3 Quality – suitability for use

„Quality“ requires a detailed description and definition in order to be able to distinguish good from bad. The per-formance characteristics of construction products are described in the European product standards, which are structured in accordance with the performance principle (EN 14351-1 Windows/external doors, EN 13830 Curtain Walling and EN 13241 Industrial, commercial and garage

Fig. 8 Fire resistant doorsets and glazing can save lives and therefore have to be carefully checked and monitored.



doors and gates). The CE mark obligates the manufacturer only to declare certain characteristics. Ensuring that these characteristics established for a specimen window are also achieved by a „normally“ produced serial window is the responsibility of the manufacturer. For this reason, the CE mark is not a quality mark.

Windows, doors and facades/curtain walling will be of good quality, suitable for use, and will function well when the different components function together as a system and are adapted to the intended use. This requires a holistic approach to the construction and monitoring of building

components as well as of the associated profiles, glazing and hardware. Durability is an important quality characteri-stic of good suitability for use and long service life.

3.1 Tested and monitored quality provides assurance to manufacturers and buyers

It is well known that a recommendation from satisfied cu-stomers helps sales, but potential window buyers are be-coming ever more discerning, obtain information from the internet and ask for technical parameters and quality cha-

Tab. 4 Characteristics and designation of products to EN 16034 and to EN 13501-2



racteristics. This is where quality marks are useful, for examp-le the RAL quality mark or certification by the ift Rosenheim. The ift quality label is based on clearly defined criteria and tests, regular third-party monitoring and transparent com-munication of assessment criteria, and technical parameters on the ift website. In this way, competence and neutrality are the basis of the trust of building owners, architects and authorities.

The voluntary quality monitoring by the ift Rosenheim offers manufacturers a high degree of assurance, becau-se the procedures are also adequate for the conformity procedures of the Construction Products Regulation (CPR) and are performed by an accredited product certification body approved under construction law. That is particular-ly important when safety-relevant products, such as fire resistant and smoke control elements or escape doors are manufactured or installed.

3.2 Graded quality levels for industry and craft-based enterprises

In order to ensure that these advantages also bene-fit small and medium-sized window manufacturers, the ift Rosenheim has – together with the RAL Quality Association for Windows and External Doors – developed a graded model offering the different levels of Standard, Quality and the RAL Quality Mark. All three levels have in common that the external monitoring is not just a „pro-forma test“, but involves ift experts regularly visiting the companies for an assessment and who are available to answer questions on technology, standards and quality management. Certified manufacturers are „listed“ on the ift Rosenheim website and buyers of windows can quickly find out product information via QR Code.

At the „ift Standard“ level, the focus is on correct and stan-dard-conforming production of the declaration of perfor-mance, the CE mark, the implementation of the factory production control (FPC) stipulated under construction

Fig. 9 Sample CE mark and declaration of performance for an external pedestrian doorset functioning as a fire resistant door and shutter assembly



law, and the necessary classification reports. Put simply, the company will receive support in implementing the product standard and sample forms to assist with compliance with

CPR, including an annual update. This means that the tedi-ous paperwork is dealt with efficiently and in compliance with the standard; furthermore, it involves clear guidance as to how to make proper use of the evidence provided by system providers and suppliers.

The „ift Quality“ level builds on the Standard level, but focuses on product quality. Therefore the quality label is suitable for companies that want to position themselves on account of quality and to ensure and monitor relevant quality characteristics. This includes also the quality of components used (glass, hardware etc.). Important crite-ria of quality and suitability for use are the durability test, with 15,000 opening and closing cycles, and the mecha-nical strength test. Regular testing of air permeability and watertightness as part of the FPC in order to fulfil the ift Quality criteria demonstrates the competence of the ma-nufacturer to produce a quality window from good com-ponents. This can be carried out at an in-house test rig, at the suppliers or system providers, or at the ift Rosenheim. It follows that the ift Quality label is comparable to the previous „ift certified“ label on the basis of the „Windows and External Doors“ certification program (QM 320).

The RAL Quality Mark is based on the „ift Quality“ level and the defined technical criteria but also includes additional requirements such as the rebate hindrance test and reveal test, as well as monitoring of the installation. This means that window buyers not only obtain building compon-

Fig. 10 When quality defects become a hazard – dropped out window in a school building

Fig. 11 Structure and characteristics of the ift quality labels



ents of top quality, but can also rely on a tested service and „quality installation“. The use of the RAL Quality Mark, which is well known in Germany, requires membership of the RAL-Gütegemeinschaft Fenster und Türen e.V. (RAL Quality Assurance Association for Windows and Doors).

3.3 Document management by „rule of thumb“

In smaller companies in particular, there is often not much time to comply with the legal obligations relating to do-cuments and formalities under the CPR, in spite of the fact

Fig. 12 The ift System Passport includes all important product characteristics on the basis of standard-conforming verification in a clear and transparent manner. It is also shown on the ift website under „Product information“.

Fig. 13 The RAL Quality Mark is a sign of premium quality in Germany

Fig. 14 Efficient quality and document management system for test results, verifica-tions, marking and labelling



that non-compliance involves liability risks. The reason is that the manufacturer is responsible for ensuring that the manufactured products achieve the characteristics values determined during initial type testing. Furthermore, it is more and more common that claims are made and pay-ments reduced where documents are missing.

The more complex standards and products become, the more difficult it is to cope with the increasing deluge of regulations and verifications. An important role is played by system providers and suppliers of hardware, glass, sealants, weather strips, corner connectors and installati-on systems, since they often hold the required test certi-ficates. To use these documents for the classification and CE marking requires experience and competence. This applies in particular when test certificates are used in the context of the cascaded system.

The ift Rosenheim has worked on simplifying these docu-mentation duties and has developed IT solutions such as recommendations for use, the CE Generator and easy-to-use forms and checklists. How to use these tools and other ad-vice can be obtained as part of the certification process. This means that companies have more time to concentrate on their core business, i.e. selling, manufacturing and installing.

4 Quality – quality of workmanship and defects analysis

Building components have to fulfil their practical and aesthetic functions under extreme conditions for many decades. The selection of the right windows, the analysis of the correlation of building physics and structural re-quirements in the building, including the appropriate design and the correct exe-cution of important details and the installation, are important prerequisites for the long, problem-free ser-vice life of building compo-nents. Small causes can of-ten have big effects on the durability and suitability for use of a component – that is evidenced by the results of third-party control and expert reports that uncover typical errors during ma-nufacture and installation. In most cases, defects are caused by a combination of inadequate design, the lack of specialist knowledge, time and cost pressure and

the lack of information in the text of specifications and tenders.

4.1 Errors in production

Manufacturers of PVC and metal windows usually have the benefit of tried-and-tested window, door and facade systems from what are known as system providers. These not only supply the profiles, seals and fittings, but also the necessary documentary evidence and guidelines for the use and assembly of the systems, which ensures that the tested suitability for use and quality are achieved. In com-bination with professional quality assurance and factory production control, it is possible to implement a „zero error strategy“. Part of this strategy involves the near daily use of professional test instruments and methods. The test of the air permeability and watertightness has proved to be very effective, since this reveals numerous potential errors in workmanship and fabrication.

4.2 Errors in the refurbishment of existing buildings

A special challenge for design and installation is presen-ted by the replacement of windows in refurbishments. New windows often change the balance between exter-nal wall, heating system, windows and users. When win-dows are replaced without proper design and ventilation considerations, the resulting changes in window ventilati-on and any defects in the installation can often lead to si-gnificant defects or damage. Here too, regularly occurring error combinations have been observed:

• specific instructions for sealing, insulation and fixing systems have not been observed or are not known;

Fig. 15 Frequency of issues raised via the ift hotline (based on almost 2,400 enquiries in 2013)



• insufficient training and further education of members of staff regarding new methods and materials, and sub-contracting to insufficiently qualified companies;

• no installation standards observed, instead incomplete development of building-specific solutions;

• time and cost pressure during the detailed design, ordering and execution of the project;

• improvisation of details on the construction site.

Private building owners in particular are keenly interested in avoiding extensive construction work and any greater damage when replacing windows. Advertising slogans such as „replacement windows without dirt“ reinforce this kind of expectation. However, in practice it is evident that this requirement can hardly ever be satisfied in existing buildings without additional construction work owing to the materials used, the additional elements such as win-

dow sills and roller shutters, and the installation details. Many building owners omit to commission or carry out necessary measures for avoiding thermal bridges, for im-plementing a ventilation concept etc. This means that the refurbishment remains incomplete and prone to attract condensation and mould problems.

The objective of significant energy conservation without condensation and mould problems can therefore only be achieved with a comprehensive refurbishment concept.

5 Quality – intended use, design and recommendations for use

Designing and constructing buildings and windows is becoming increasingly complex. The requirements for windows and doors are laid down in various standards, in construction law, building codes, in special construction re-gulations, acts, workplace guidelines and other documents. The quality and performance of building components lar-gely depends on the intended use; it is not possible to pro-duce one type of window for all purposes. In the design, specification, manufacture and installation of windows and doors, it is necessary to prioritise and determine the over 20 properties specified in product standard EN 14351-1, and other technical characteristics. Because there is a big diffe-rence between windows used in a private home, an office building or a school. It is therefore not surprising that there is uncertainty regarding the design, specification and ma-nufacture of the „right“ windows.

In view of the fact that the product standard does not give any information in this respect, an inappropriate de-

scription invariably leads to the building components being in-adequate in service. In addition, there are often design faults as well as defects in production and installation. A new series of ift Guidelines gives recommenda-tions for different types of uses, providing support for design and specification.

5.1 Windows in schools and buildings for older people

The requirements and safety objectives relating to windows in schools can be found in a number of different standards, special construction regulations, acts, workplace guidelines and in the details of the statutory health

Fig. 17 The effect of new, airtight windows on buildings where no other refurbishment work has been carried out

Fig. 16 Testing the air permeability and watertightness reveals a range of different errors in workmanship and fabrication and is therefore ideal as a finalproduction control procedure



insurance (GUV). Unfortunately, this disparate information rarely helps the designer with the specification and defi-nition of properties because of the absence of reference to the performance classes defined in product standard EN 14351-1. This is required however for producing a fac-tually correct technical description and specification that clearly informs the manufacturer which windows have to be supplied. The application-related ift Guideline FE-16/1 „Recommendation for the use of windows in schools“ in-cludes recommendations for the required quality of the windows to be used and information on the classification in accordance with the product standards.

Of typical importance are the demanding mechanical loads, the need for extensive ventilation and the use of daylight in combination with glare and solar protection. For this reason the requirements have to refer not only to technical characteristics, but also to other aspects. These include the dimensions and sub-division of windows, the types of opening, designs and safety devices, as well as information on servicing and maintenance that can be used to improve the function, durability and safety. Below follows a list of general design criteria for windows and doors in schools:

• straightforward designs with robust construction details;

• suitable types of opening;

Fig. 18 The options for differentiation given in the product standard for windows (DIN EN 14351-1) is a good basis for a detailed definition of requirements. [14]

Fig. 19 Options for types of opening and for sub-dividing windows in schools



• avoiding large, heavy casements;• good mechanical strength (high durability and mecha-

nical strength classes);• use of tested hardware;• use of fixed lights where possible;• use of decentralised ventilation systems (window

ventilation).

Nevertheless, regular checks, servicing and maintenance is mandatory in order to prevent serious impairment of func-tion and hazards. For this purpose, instructions to the local caretaker are an important element.

Most people want to continue leading a self-determined life when they are older and wish for a suitable living space. In this context, windows and doors are very im-portant because they allow sun, air and noise to enter the room, which is particularly important for persons who spend much time indoors. Windows in care institutions for the elderly have to comply mainly with the three gui-ding principles of „Getting there – Getting in – Managing“. Many aspects of these guiding principles are defined du-ring the conceptual and detailed design of the windows. The following criteria are important for the design and lay-out of windows in care institutions:

Tab. 5 Mechanical requirements for windows in schools (excerpt from Table 7, ift Guideline FE-16-1 „Windows in schools“)



• residents may not have much strength in hands and arms;• persons may have restricted mobility;• persons may be visually impaired;• views to the outside should be available from a sitting

position;• mentally impaired perception/safety consciousness of

users;• more daylight required and higher indoor temperatures.

These criteria lead to typical architectural designs with straightforward details and small casement formats. It ma-kes sense to fit such windows with motorised drives and vents in order to ensure ease of operation, the supply of fresh air and limited indoor humidity.

6 Quality – installation

Window and door technology has steadily improved in order to meet more demanding requirements regarding

energy conservation and comfort; this also applies to the installation technology. As the last link in the quality chain, the installation determines whether the assured perfor-mance characteristics of the building component are ful-filled. For this reason, the qualification of the installation company is very important, irrespective of whether the installation is commissioned by the manufacturer or the seller. In consequence, the separation of the manufacture and installation of windows has spawned competent spe-cialised installation companies that are capable of instal-ling windows in a professional manner. These are listed on the ift website.

In particular, this applies to building components with re-quirements for smoke control and fire resistance, burglar resistance or for accessibility/barrier-free detailing. Where windows are installed as part of a refurbishment project, there is often no designer involved and it is expected that the manufacturer, installation company or tradesman se-lects the sealing and fixing systems on the basis of sample details in a professional manner, and adjusts them to the situation at the property.

6.1 Planning the installation

Good installation starts with professional planning, inclu-ding the design of the installation details that are suita-ble for the window, the dimensions and the situation at the building. This includes the selection of suitable and tested fastening and sealing systems and their professi-onal application. The installation guideline includes the technical details and instructions. Competent installation companies are able to compare these sample details with the situation on site and to devise adaptations that work structurally and from the point of view of building physics. In particular this applies to energy-efficient external walls and to accessible, barrier-free front, terrace and balcony doors.

Fig. 20 Recommended sub-division and opening method of windows in care institutions

Fig. 21 Suitability test of installation and sealing systems in accordance with ift Guidelines MO-01/1 and MO-02/1 (left: impact load test; centre: bracket load test; right: wind load and watertightness test)



The design for the replacement of windows in existing buildings should therefore take the following aspects into account:

• re-assessment of the balance in terms of building phy-sics, because window replacement will lead to a chan-ge in the air permeability and surface temperatures of the external wall (user-independent ventilation, insula-tion of reveals, layout of radiators etc.);

• the thermal insulation standard of the building envelope frequently does not meet contemporary requirements (requirement for improving thermal bridge problems → thermal insulation of reveals at UAW > 1.0 W/(m²K));

• if possible, the architectural appearance (window sills, reveals, roller shutters) is to be retained unchanged (historic buildings, cost, soiling);

• design and organisation of use and accessibility (may require additional protection measures);

• solar screening may be required when replacing existing windows with larger windows.

6.2 Fastening

These days, windows can no longer be fastened on the basis of „we have always done it this way“, i.e. with no design. This is because the weight of glazing and window casements has increased significantly; in addition windows are larger, have a „horizontal“ format, the highly insulating external walls have less structural strength and installation takes place in the thermal insulation zone. For this reason,

the traditional fastening rules (layout of support blocks, observing fastening and corner distances) may often no longer be adequate. The increasing number of defects and claims indicates that there is a need for action.

A differentiated approach is necessary so that a property-specific structural design does not have to be carried out in the context of the workshop and installation design of each installation project. Chapter 5 of the installation guideline therefore defines three application cases based on techni-cal details and building code requirements. This simplifies the application and establishes a high degree of legal com-pliance. The standard fastening method is based on fasten-ing the element on all sides. Special case 2 is based on legal boundary conditions relating to the building code and the need for documentary evidence (fastening of fall preventi-on windows, fire safety requirements or the installation of burglar resistant units). Special case 1 is shown in Figure 23.

6.3 Sealing

Building components in the building envelope are expo-sed to moisture from outside as well as inside. While the exposure to the weather from the outside is readily ack-nowledged, the effect of the humidity on the inside is of-ten not taken into account (condensate → mould forma-tion). The internal and external joints between the com-ponent and the building fabric have to fulfil many func-tions and must be correctly sealed. Different joint details between component and wall are used depending on the exterior wall system and the installation detail. The correct sealing system must be selected for each specific property

depending on the expected exposure resulting from the building location, the po-sition of the element, the window design, the func-tion and the joint details; the following aspects have to be taken into account:

1. movement/deformation to be expected (deflec- tion of floor, dimensional hanges due to temperature or humidity);

2. quality of the joint edges with the adjoining materials;

3. joint geometry;

4. existing construction tolerances;

5. design considerations (in the case of visible joints).Fig 22 Tested installation details are the basis for good planning/design. (Image: Finstral installation instructions)



6.4 Quality control and certification

Regular monitoring of the installation process is helpful when one wants to guarantee good installation quality of windows and doors in the long term. In view of this,

the ift Rosenheim has developed the „Certification pro-gramme for the installation of windows, external doors and curtain walls (QM 352)“. The certification is based on the Installation Guideline, detailed product descriptions including installation instructions with tested details, and

Fig. 23 The installation guideline provides a basis for good planning/design: fastening and load transfer in accordance with the installation guideline; distinc- tion between the standard method and special case 1

Fig. 24 Design of joints to suit different types of exposure



adequate qualification of the operatives. In the context of the certification, the qualification of the person responsi-ble for the installation, the installers and subcontractors are checked and training certificates must not be older than 2 years. In addition, the external monitoring includes a check of the site log books and of the joint details car-ried out on site, in particular the compliance of the built details with the checked drawings as well as compliance with property-specific requirements.

In the case of deviations or complaints, the cause must be established and eliminated immediately. The certification body will decide whether special checks are necessary or whether the certificate is withdrawn. Furthermore, in-house monitoring is required, which must be arranged by the person who is responsible for ensuring correct instal-lation, checks and qualification, and the training of opera-tives and subcontractors.

In the RAL Quality Association the assessment of the in-stallation records is also integrated into the annual exter-nal monitoring process. However, on-going monitoring of completed installations on site is not part of the pro-gramme.

The ift Rosenheim supports installation companies by of-fering training for installers as well as certification which includes regular external monitoring. These companies are listed on the ift website and are recommended to building owners. An additional recommendation via the advisory office of the criminal investigation department (KPK list) is possible following additional qualification for the installation of burglar-resistant components.

7 Conclusion

Everybody wants safety, security and quality. However, both depend to a large degree on personal expectations and the intended use, and can therefore not be reflected

by a CE mark or the declaration of performance. In addi-tion, the expectations and the understanding of window purchasers regarding quality are also affected by current developments such as climate change and security con-sciousness. This makes it clear that quality is not some-thing that is always straightforward and unchanging. For this reason it is difficult to exactly describe this diffuse pro-perty with the help of technical classes, requirements and performance indicators.

Therefore the essential key to success is a correct and spe-cific combination of customer requirements, the require-ments of the property and the technical characteristics of the building component. This requires competence, ex-perience and sustainable and systematic commitment to quality. The ift Rosenheim will continue to support quali-ty-minded manufacturers, designers and building owners with suitable services, and drive the development of mo-dern and easy-to-use online tools.

8 Bibliography

[1] EN 16034:2014 Pedestrian doorsets, industrial, commercial, garage doors and openable windows – Product standard, performance characteristics – Fire resistance and/or smoke control characteristics Beuth Verlag GmbH, Berlin

[2] EN 16035:2012 Hardware performance sheet (HPS) - Identification and summary of test evidence to facilitate the interchangeability of building hardware for application to fire resisting and/or smoke control doorsets and/or openable windows Beuth Verlag GmbH, Berlin

[3] EN 1634-1:2014 Fire resistance and smoke control tests for door and shutter assemblies, openable windows and elements of building hardware – Part 1: Fire resistance test for door and shutter assemblies and openable windows Beuth Verlag GmbH, Berlin

[4] EN 1634-3:2004 Fire resistance and smoke control tests for door and shutter assemblies, openable windows and elements of building hardware – Part 3: Smoke control test for door and shutter assemblies Beuth Verlag GmbH, Berlin

[5] EN 1191:2012 Windows and doors – Resistance to repeated opening and closing – Test method Beuth Verlag GmbH, Berlin

[6] EN 13501-2:2015 Fire classification of construction products and building elements – Part 2: Classification using data from fire resistance tests, excluding ventilation services Beuth Verlag GmbH, Berlin

Fig. 25 Sign of ift-certified installation company + RAL installation logo



[7] GUV-Vorschrift 81 Regulations for the prevention of accidents in schools Deutsche Gesetzliche Unfallversicherung e.V. (DGUV) Berlin

[8] DIN 58125:2002-07 Construction of schools – Constructional requirements for accident prevention Beuth Verlag GmbH, Berlin

[9] ift Guideline FE-16/1 Recommendation for the use of windows in schools ift Rosenheim, September 2015

[10] Guideline for the design and installation of windows and external doors, RAL Quality Association for Windows and External Doors, or Federal Guild of Glaziers, March 2014

[11] Comment on DIN EN 14351-1 Windows and Doors – Product standard, performance characteristics, Prof. Ulrich Sieberath; Prof. Christian Niemöller, ift Rosenheim, November 2013

[12] ift Guideline MO-01/1 Connection between window and building fabric, Part 1: Methods for determining the suitability for purpose of sealing systems ift Rosenheim 2007

[13] ift Guideline MO-02/1 Connection between window and building fabric, Part 2: Methods for determining the suitability for purpose of fastening systems ift Rosenheim 2015

[14] Printed with permission from DIN Deutsches Institut für Normung e.V. DIN standards should be applied in the version with the latest issue date; copies are available from Beuth Verlag GmbH, Burggrafenstr. 6, 10787 Berlin.


Product

Provider

Burckhardt Metall Glas GmbH Tischlerstraße 9 30916 Isernhagen

phone: +49 (0) 5136 8864-60fax: +49 (0) 5136 8864-22email: [email protected] www.burckhardts.de

in Cooperation with

ISO-Chemie GmbH

Product description

Burckhardt´s SOREG-glide – the frameless window, is a modern glass facade system with sliding windows sui-table for achieving Passivhaus standard. The frameless window system opens up rooms to a height of up to four metres, and complies with all common construction stan-dards, fulfilling the most demanding specifications. The concealed frame and casement profiles consist of glass-fibre reinforced polyester (GFRP) and impress with excel-lent thermal insulation, a high strength-to-weight ratio, a long service life and low emissions.

The brand, Burckhardt’s SOREG®-glide, is supported by a strong company: Burckhardt Metall Glas GmbH from Isernhagen near Hanover. A medium-sized family-owned company with a long tradition, known for its craft-based precision and industrial manufacturing methods.

Burckhardt Metall Glas GmbH in Cooperation with ISO-Chemie GmbH | Co-exhibitors A – Z

Burckhardt´s SOREG-glide – the frameless window


Co-exhibitors A – Z | FINSTRAL GmbH

Product

Provider

FINSTRAL GmbHJakob-Panzer-Str. 697469 Gochsheim, Germany

phone: +49 (0) 9721 6446-0fax: +49 (0) 9721 6446-666email: [email protected]

Product description

As a family enterprise, Finstral has developed into one of Europe‘s leading manufacturers of windows, doors and glass annexes. With its own system development, PVC profile ex-trusion, insulating glass production including a tempered glass oven, element production plants and ift-approved structural attachments, Finstral guarantees its customers high quality provided from a single source. The company has been awarded with numerous international quality seals, including the RAL quality mark for PVC profile systems, insu-lating glass, windows and doors and installation, the CEKAL quality mark, the CSTB quality mark, as well as certified quali-ty management (ISO 9001), environment (ISO 14001), occu-pational safety (BS OHSAS 18001) and energy (ISO 50001).

The Finstral window Top 90 Nova-line KAB-N stands out due to its modern aesthetics with clear, distinctive lines and the outside frameless sash. With its aluminium clad-ding, the window is more robust, easier to maintain and yet more individual.

All Finstral windows and doors are bonded. Frame and insulating glass form one angle-stable unit, creating a sensation of higher quality when opening and closing. Functional reliability over time, significantly longer main-tenance intervals and narrow frame widths characterize the bonded Finstral windows.

The window is standardly equipped with the triple ther-mal insulated glazing Super-Valor, which provides excel-lent thermal insulation values up to Uw = 0.78 W/(m²K) and sound insulation up to Rw = 42 dB.

Top 90 Nova-line KAB-N – More glass, less frame


Provider

GAYKO Fenster-Türenwerk GmbHDortmunder Straße 6 57234 Wilnsdorf, Germany


Product description

Few manufacturers have focused as much on security as GAYKO. The intelligent SafeGA® security technology of GAYKO, which is unique in Germany and which has been constructed in accordance with a proven and tested poli-cy, is the new milestone in the window and doors industry and has already prevented many burglaries.

SafeGA® is the uncompromising, excellent safety provi-sion of GAYKO. This means all-round protection against even the heaviest force, because windows that have been outfitted with the GAYKOSafeGA® security system have a considerably increased protection against burglaries. With a series of harmonised technical innovations, GAYKO creates a whole new generation of windows, that have been desi-gned to meet the latest requirements in the field of thermal insulation, sound insulation and safety.

Even the standard GAYKO window already possess the true quality advantages of the proven and patented construc-tion with GAYKKOESP and GAUKOGVS. The unique ad-vanced technologies, GAYKOESP and GAYKOGVS, were a precondition for developing the superior GAYKOSafeGA® safety concept. Safety glass and the improved safety grip GAYKOBSG completed the safety concept. Thanks to the individual equipment varieties, GAYKOSafeGA® offers a solution for everyone, that has been tailored to every customer’s specific needs.

GAYKO windows and doors possess excellent internal va-lues and are constructed for generations to come.

Product

GAYKOSafeGA®

GAYKO Fenster-Türenwerk GmbH | Co-exhibitors A – Z


Co-exhibitors A – Z | Gütegemeinschaft Fenster und Haustüren e.V.

Provider

Gütegemeinschaft Fenster und Haustüren e.V.Walter-Kolb-Str. 1-760594 Frankfurt/Main, Germany

phone: +49 (0) 69 95 50 54 0fax: +49 (0) 69 95 50 54 11email: [email protected]

Product description

Our quality community is an association of quality cons-cious producer of windows, doors, facades and winter garden and their installation services. Their objective is to assure a constant quality of products and services for their customers.

The RAL quality control is a convincing and economic in-strument for our member factories for the monitoring of their product quality as well as their proper and professio-nal installation. With this label our members have the abi-lity to prove their products and services as good, solid and durable. Since 01.01.1997 the quality control is extended by the sector installation and from May 2010 we award a separate quality label.

Product

RAL quality control

GÜTEZEICHEN GÜTEZEICHEN

FensterHaustürenFassaden

Wintergärten

MONTAGE


is available. Can be plastered and painted over. For RAL-compliant windows-installation in new construction and renovation and for the sealing of window connection du-ring installation in the insulation level as 1-foil solution.

Hanno Werk GmbH & Co. KG | Co-exhibitors A – Z

Provider

Hanno Werk GmbH & Co. KGHanno-Ring 3-530880 Laatzen, Germany

phone: +49 (0) 5102 7000-0 fax: +49 (0) 5102 7000-102email: [email protected]

Product description

Hannoband®-3E BG1Multipart, pre-compressed joint sealing tape with inte-grated functional membranes for sealing of all functional areas of the window connecting joint in a single operation. Full product test according to DIN 18542: 2009 stress group 1 and stress group R. component testing ift Rosenheim. Heavy rain tightness in accordance with DIN 18542 ≤ 1.050 Pascal. Joint permeability a ≤ 0.1. B1 according to DIN 4102. Colour anthracite.

Hanno® Front-wall installation systemFirmly glued composite of rigid polyurethane foam mate-rial and XPS and predrilled, 5 holes per 2.4 m for installati-on of windows in the insulation layer. Component testing ift Rosenheim. Optimisation of sound paths and improve the linear thermal transmittance described by optimized installation position as shown in the Hanno passive house study.

Hanno® Front-wall installation bracketRigid polyurethane foam material with teeth and screw connection, without XPS and predrilled, 5 holes per 2.4 m. Cantilever of 120 to 200 mm for the installation of win-dows in the insulation layer.

Hanno®-DUO Easy 240 flashing tapes (indoor and outdoor sealing)Moisture-depending modified polyamide with a fleece-film combination. Fully self-adhesive. As DUO Easy 240 + with additional self-adhesive cover on the upper surface

Product

Hannoband®-3E BG1, Hanno® Front-wall installation system, Hanno® Front-wall installation bracket, Hanno®-DUO Easy 240


Co-exhibitors A – Z | ISO-Chemie GmbH in Cooperation with Burckhardt Metall Glas GmbH

Provider

ISO-Chemie GmbHRöntgenstraße 12 73431 Aalen, Germany

phone: +49 (0) 7361 9490-0 fax: +49 (0) 7361 9490-90email: [email protected] www.iso-chemie.de

in Cooperation with

Burckhardt Metall Glas GmbH

Product description

ISO-TOP WINFRAMER JS – adjusting thresholdTo be used as adjustable base for large sliding door systems

ISO-Chemie GmbH produces high-quality sealing and “in front of wall” installation systems. The company now intro-duces the new, three-dimensionally adjustable threshold, ISO-TOP WINFRAMER JS, with fixed and floating flange to DIN 18195-9 as part of the system. The system is installed between the sliding door threshold and the shell construc-tion floor. It is made of pressure-resistant PURATHERM ma-terial and consists of 3 components: The slide unit, which is attached directly to the shell floor using adhesive and screw fixing. The adjustment unit for adjusting the height and transferring the load, and the support unit which has integrated C-rails and offers an adjustment option towards the outer face of the facade. The special focus of the deve-lopment was on the capacity for supporting heavy loads in combination with individual adjustment, and ease of installation.

Product

ISO-TOP WINFRAMER JS – adjusting threshold


KAWNEER | Co-exhibitors A – Z

Provider

KAWNEERStenglingser Weg 6558642 Iserlohn, Germany


Product description

Security as in protection of life and limb foremost involves keeping egress options open. Smoke free escape routes, which are protected from high temperatures and doors, that always give way in panic situations, are an integral part of such concepts.

The exhibit is a double leaf door with fire and smoke resi-stance class EI230 S200 C5 according to the newly harmo-nized European standard EN 16034 with integrated Anti-Panic function. The requirements ‘self-closing’ and ‘ability to release’ are also included.

The Product of the series AA 720 FR particularly features excellent processing qualities. By adding a few special parts only, a thermally broken standard element is swit-ched into a European approved fire and/or smoke resi-stant door. Furthermore this concept makes sure, that doors with or without fire and smoke resistant characteri-stics follow the same design line.

KAWNEER supplies premium systems for windows, doors, sliding doors and curtain walls in standard-, fire/smoke re-sistant- or burglar resistant constructions. With all systems there is a major focus on a balanced proportion between ecology and economy. Best possible processing, easy re-cycling features and compatibility between all systems are always on our mind while developing new products.

Product

AA 720 Fire-/Smoke resistant door with Anti-Panic function


Co-exhibitors A – Z | Mayer & Co Beschläge GmbH

Provider

Mayer & Co Beschläge GmbHAlpenstraße 1735020 Salzburg, Austria


Product description

Burglary attempts can be effectively prevented by inve-sting in high-quality mechanical security hardware. MACO is not only specialised in developing and producing bur-glar-resistant fittings but also offers innovative, reliable and ready-to-use security solutions for every possible element size. MACO i.S.-security fittings for windows and balcony doors have proved their burglar protection credentials in various tests at accredited institutes and in practice. Their quality is constantly monitored both internally and exter-nally through third party institutions, e.g. by the ift. The most important unit is the i.S. security roller cam. Due to its mushroom design, during a burglary attempt it locks into the solid i.S. security striker plates that are screwed onto the outer frame. Therefore making it more difficult to lever out the sash.

Retrofit burglar resistanceCustomers wishing higher protection levels to existing win-dows and doors can easily do so, MACO security fittings can be easily retrofitted. The fittings are installed within the re-bate and are not visible from the outside. Security is further enhanced with the lockable TRESOR-Z window handle.

RC 3 – pioneering workUnique on the market MACO can offer a complete system matrix to enable windows to fulfil the requirements for se-curity resistance class RC 3, for every possible element size. As a licensee, fabricators, for low cost can produce a broad range and produce RC 3 units without having to invest in their own testing. More than 20 other RC system tests in conjunction with various profile manufacturers are availab-le to fabricators.

Product

Intelligent Security – MACO i.S.


REHAU AG + Co | Co-exhibitors A – Z

Provider

REHAU AG + CoYtterbium 491058 Erlangen, Germany

phone: +49 (0) 9131 9250fax: +49 (0) 9131 771430email: [email protected]

Product description

GENEO INOVENT by REHAU is a ventilation system which is fully integrated into the window, which offers many bene-fits. The high stability of the GENEO window profile system and the lack of a need for steel reinforcement in the profi-le enable the ventilation system to be directly integrated into the window frame. This makes the system especially suitable as part of renovation work – all that needs to be done is to remove the old window and install the new one with the ventilation system. Additional chiseling or drilling into the masonry is not necessary.

GENEO INOVENT consists of two sets of two fans that are integrated laterally into the window frame. This makes the ventilation system virtually invisible and does not affect the appearance or size of the window. One fan in the set sucks in the waste indoor air and discharges it outside, while the other sucks in fresh air from outside and pumps it into the residence. An integrated heat exchanger faci-litates heat recovery of up to 68 percent, thereby enabling energy consumption to be reduced.

Four power levels allow for the air volume flow amount to be manually set. The maximum air exchange of 30 cubic meters per hour per window guarantees a high level of living quality. A user interface integrated into the window allows the user to configure the level of ventilation accor-ding to their requirements and read the operational status of the GENEO INOVENT system.

Product

GENEO INOVENT


Co-exhibitors A – Z | Sommer Informatik GmbH

Provider

Sommer Informatik GmbHSepp-Heindl-Str. 583026 Rosenheim, Germany

phone: +49 (0) 8031 2488-1fax: +49 (0) 8031 2488-2

email: [email protected]

Product description

The program not only provides solutions for condensati-on problems in building components and moisture pe-netration which may lead to mould growth. The Program also provides help to satisfy the growing demands upon the requirements in the protection against heat and hu-midity in buildings.

WinIso2D is your key to new innovative solutions in an en-vironment of advancing EnEV and therefore building re-gulations concerning energetic optimization of buildings. Heath Flow in complex wall sections such like window flashings and wall sockets can hardly be computed with conventional methods. WinIso2D therefore enables plain and simple solutions. You draft configuration of your buil-ding elements or import data via DXF- or BMP-fieles. You then add material and calculation. Immediate result pro-vides you with the course of Isothermals and Heath Flows as well as U-Value or Uf -Value. However, WinIso2D Profes-sional is a high-performance simulation program helping you to avoid structural damages.

Product

WinIso2DProgram to calculate two-dimensional Heath Flow with DXF-Import, U-Value, Isothermals, Thermal Bridges, Condensation


Provider

tremco illbruck GmbH & Co. KGVon-Der-Wettern-Str. 2751149 Köln, Germany

phone.: +49 (0) 2203 57 55-0fax: +49 (0) 2203 57 55-090email: [email protected]

Product description

Air-tight sealing of joints and surfaces: illbruck SP925 air seal It‘s always a challenge. Mechanical attachment materials and design-related hairline cracks are often weak points when carrying out the air-tight sealing of a building‘s envelope. The illbruck hybrid innovation SP925 sealing coating offers the perfect solution for this. This sealant polymerises to form a flexible and permanently elastic sealing membrane, which creates a reliable, completely air-tight seal even at the weak points mentioned above. Hybrid sealant SP925 also provides permanent protection against moisture and corrosion, and is free from solvents, isocyanate and silicone. The thing that makes SP925 really special is its application. It can be applied quickly and easi-ly with a brush or spatula, or it can be sprayed. It also cures quickly and can then be painted over (processing video available online at www.illbruck.com).

Perfectly fit extrudable setting block: The illbruck SP351 Window installation adhesiveWith its product range, illbruck is offering a system soluti-on that works with any application. The illbruck Window installation adheseive SP351 is used for window sealing with multi-function sealing tapes TP652 and TP321. As a extrudable setting block tested by ift Rosenheim and pa-tent, it is very beneficial in the installation of security win-

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illbruck SP351 Window installation adhesive andillbruck SP925 air seal

dows. The single-component, stable elastic adhesive with a hybrid polymer base is a perfect match for the illbruck multi-function tapes. SP351 is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, and has good light, weather and ageing re-sistance. The product is free from isocyanate, silicone and solvents and is certified to EC1PLUS.

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