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ALUMINCO W4900 Passive House System
The ALUMINCO W4900 system is Greece’s top-performing passive opening system, certified by the German Passive House Institute (PHI). Designed for
passive building standards, it combines the benefits of aluminum windows—elegant design, maximum safety, and energy efficiency—with
an outstanding thermal insulation performance of Uw = 0.78 W/m²K. With innovative insulation materials like 54 mm glass-reinforced polyamides
and Kooltherm Q3, the W4900 offers architects extensive design flexibility and robustness for high-end residential and commercial projects.
Key Characteristics
- Certified Passive House System: Top energy efficiency with Uw = 0.78 W/m²K according to passive building standards.
- Advanced Insulation Materials: 54 mm glass-reinforced polyamides and Kooltherm Q3 provide Uf = 0.76 W/m²K.
- Multi-Chamber EPDM Central Gasket: Ensures high impermeability, preventing thermal displacement.
- High Security: Multiple perimeter locking points provide superior safety.
- Minimal Visible Aluminum: Face width of only 102 mm for a sleek, modern appearance.
Features & Benefits
- Outstanding Thermal Insulation: Uw value of 0.78 W/m²K, certified by the Passive House Institute.
- Exceptional Sound Reduction: ISO 10140-2 Sound Reduction (Rw) 52 dB.
- Superior Water Tightness: Three-level gaskets and multi-chamber EPDM central gasket for excellent waterproofing.
- Extensive Profile Options: Available in straight and curved cross-sections for diverse architectural styles.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for all standard casements and patio door typologies.
- Additional Thermal Insulation: “Curtain” gaskets further prevent energy loss and enhance impermeability.
Performance
- Air Permeability: EN 12207 – Class 3
- Water Tightness: EN 12208 – Class 6A
- Resistance to Wind Load: EN 12210 – Class C4
- Sound Reduction: ISO 10140-2 – Rw 52 dB
- Thermal Insulation (Uf): EN 10077-2 – 0.76 W/m²K
Configurations
- Casement Windows: Available in 1, 2, 3, or 4 Leaf configurations.
- Casement-Awning Windows: Available in 1 or 2 Leaf configurations.
- Fixed-Picture Windows: Wide range of combinations for various architectural needs.
Technical Characteristics
- Minimum Face Height: 102 mm
- Frame Height: 58 mm
- Frame Width: 89.5 mm
- Leaf Height: (CE) 74 mm, (ALU16) 76 mm
- Leaf Width: 97 mm
- Leaf Weight: Up to 200 Kg
- Glazing Thickness: 48-80 mm
- Type of Thermal Insulation: 54 mm polyamides, Kooltherm Q3
Manufacturer: ALUMINCO