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EXTERIORS


SPW+ equals a great new addition to Senior’s window range


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enior Architectural Systems has added further strength to its extensive product range with the launch of the new


SPW+ Tilt & Turn Open In aluminium window system.


The new SPW+ aluminium window system has been developed to offer a convenient and cost-effective solution for projects where slim sightlines, thermal performance and speed of installation are all required. Designed to provide a fl exible solution where thermal targets may vary depending on the project, SPW+ can be installed with both double and triple glazing options to meet U-values of between 0.94 W/m2 1.3 W/m2


K and K when calculated as a commercial CEN standard window.


The new system has also been designed to work seamlessly with Senior’s aluminium Louvre Guard,


without the


need for any additional profi le materials to keep costs and labour time on site to a minimum.


Thanks to its thermal performance and slim profi le design, the new SPW+ aluminium window offers customers a cost- effective option for a variety of projects from high-rise residential accommodation to education and healthcare facilities.


The 1,500 mm wide by 2,400 mm high window system also meets the security requirements of PAS24, and like all aluminium fenestration products manufactured by Senior, can be powder coated to virtually any colour at the company’s in-house facility. Suitable to use in both residential and commercial projects, the new SPW+ aluminium window builds on the popularity of Senior’s established SPW600 aluminium window and its patented low U-value PURe®


range to give fabricators, installers, contractors and architects even more choice. To fi nd out more about Senior Architectural Systems’ SPW+ Tilt & Turn Open In aluminium window system, please visit the website or search for Senior Architectural Systems on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.


01709 772600 seniorarchitectural.co.uk/architectural-systems/ spw-plus-window


Avoiding overheating when using large glazing


HOW TO PREVENT OVERHEATING IN GLASS EXTENSIONS: EXPERT TIPS FROM SOLARLUX UK From glass canopies and verandas to wintergardens, bifolding doors and curtain walling, glazed extensions are widely used in UK architecture.


Glazed extensions bring many functional and aesthetic advantages to a property. However, large areas of glazing can also raise the risk of overheating if they are not carefully planned. To reduce this risk, appropriate design and specifi cations should be implemented.


THE BALANCING ACT BETWEEN THERMAL EFFICIENCY AND OVERHEATING The problem of overheating can be partly attributed to the high levels of thermal effi ciency that the building regulations require. Large glazing features can contribute to increased interior temperatures by several degrees.


WILL A GLAZED EXTENSION BE TOO HOT OR COLD? Solarlux wintergardens are engineered to ensure thermal comfort, quality and aesthetics. Our glass structures can include low-G glass, triple glazing, ventilation, shading, bifolding doors, sliding doors, heating, lighting and automation. Combined, these elements help to maintain a stable temperature throughout the year, whatever the weather.


OVERHEATING PREVENTION: WHAT TO CONSIDER WHEN SPECIFYING LARGE GLAZING


Some of the most common pitfalls to avoid when specifying glazing are: •


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Check the orientation of the glazing and its exposure to direct sunlight Specify Solar control glazing


Consider external shading strategies


Ensure adequate ventilation for cooling and moisture control Carry out thermal modelling


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Ensure compliance with Approved Documents L, F and O


“At Solarlux, our glazing systems are designed with aesthetics, comfort and performance in mind. By working with our specialist partners early in the planning process, architects and homeowners can achieve a perfect balance of light and thermal effi ciency,” says Jeevan Matharu, Marketing Manager at Solarlux UK.


info@solarlux.com www.solarlux.co.uk


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