General:

Our Series 5000 2 1/4” product line uses 6063 extruded aluminum and are age hardened to a T-6 rating for strength and durability.  The Series 5000 windows have integral extrusion walls with a nominal web thickness of .125” and a wall thickness of .094”. The nailing fins are .062” thick.  The material thickness on all wall sections meets or exceeds commercial window standards.

The pour and debridge thermal break profiles are extruded as a single extrusion with a cavity for the thermal break material. Once the profile is extruded, the cavity is filled with a two part polyurethane that has a low coefficient of thermal conductivity. After the polyurethane has cured, a saw is used to debridge the profile by ripping the aluminum web of the cavity. The profile is now thermally broken providing both improved condensation resistance as well as improved thermal performance.

Testing:

Our Series 5000 projected, casement and fixed windows meet AAMA standards as listed below: (Please see each test report located in the back of each section for window sizes)

Construction:

Corners of frame and ventilators are mitered and welded for structural integrity.  All muntin and other intermediate bars are firmly attached to their cross joints and their abutting sash sections.  The frame sill, vents, and intermediate bars contain weep provisions and are sloped for positive drainage to the exterior.  Frames are drilled and tapped to receive screen attachment hardware as required.  All surfaces to be glazed have a bead retaining notch. 

Hardware:

Projected & Casement Windows:  Vents shall operate on 4-bar heavy duty stainless steel hinges, and have die cast zinc cam handles with pole ring, or cam with pawl for project-in type units.   White bronze hardware / brushed nickel hardware is available upon request.

Screens:

Screens are made of painted roll formed aluminum to match the window frame and use charcoal fiberglass mesh with plastic wicket doors.  Wire mesh screens are available upon request.  The screens are installed and are removable from the inside of the building (Exception: Our project-in hopper screen is mounted on the exterior)

Glazing:

The Series 5000 offers a 1”OA on insulated glass units.      

All Series 5000 have square extruded stops.

Upon request, 5/8” flat internal grids are available in our standard clear anodized, bronze anodized and white painted finish.

Weather-stripping:

Our Series 5000 casement, awnings, and project-in windows are weather stripped with a santoprene, 64A durometer black bulb insert.  It is inserted in an extruded slot at the perimeter of the vent or opening.  Two (2) rows are used to ensure low air infiltration and weather penetration prevention.  The bulb seal can be replaced in the field after installation, if necessary, for maintenance purposes.

Installation Guidelines

  • All windows must be installed in prepared openings in accordance with AAMA recommendations and the below-listed manufacturers’ recommendations (If shop drawings are required, please refer to approved shop drawings for installation):

  • All vent panels must be closed and locked.

  • Each unit must be installed level, plumb and square with a ¼” clearance on the jambs and the header of the window.

  • For nail-on applications the header must not be nailed.  You may place a nail ½ inch above the fin and bend it over the fin, to allow for header deflection.

  • Remove wet plaster, mortar, stucco and cement immediately.  (Note: windows should only be cleaned with mild soap and water.) 

  • Do not set items on the sill or use it for any other purpose. 

  • In nail-on applications, a bead of caulking material should be applied to the inside nail-on fin just before installation to insure a water tight seal between the building and the window.  In an equal leg window a bead of caulking material should also be applied.

  • Any attachment screw of bolts should be sealed during the process of installation.

  • After installation is completed, building paper and stucco wire, if a stucco application, should overlap the window nail-on flange.

Care and Maintenance:

  • Windows should be kept free of all dust, dirt, paint and plaster.

  • The sill should be kept clean at all times.  A vacuum cleaner with a crevice attachment is recommended.

  • Window should only be cleaned with mild soap and water.

Caution: Damage will occur to the finish and to the sealed glass unit if solvents, petroleum products, or caustic chemicals, such as acetone or paint thinner are used to clean window frames.  Damage caused by this type of abuse is not covered under warranty.