By Kevin Mellor - Aluprof Product Development & Technical Manager
Window design has seen many incremental changes over the last decade providing ever higher performance systems. It is not often that we see a product that offers a real step change in performance but, Aluprof can lay claim to such an innovative step change with the launch of the MB-79N system.
Successor to the company’s popular MB-70 system, the new system provides class leading thermal insulation properties within a slim 70mm depth of frame. With a U w starting at just 0.79 W/m 2 K at CEN size and just 0.64W/m²K at 1700mm x 2700mm for a Part L compliant system. The slim depth of frame reduces material content without compromising on thermal performance, which translates into increased economy.
Available as an open-in, open out window complete with door options, the system is set to become a favourite with many specifiers offering exceptional performance, slim sight lines, durability, and aesthetics for both residential and commercial projects.
Thermal efficiency of the new system is achieved through the use of advanced thermal break technology, multi-chamber profiles and high-quality insulation materials which help to create a highly effective reduction of thermal conductivity for heat transfer.
These features help create a comfortable and energy-efficient indoor environment all year round. It is the first time that such a slim frame, just 70mm depth, can offer class leading thermal insulation down to 1.18W/m²K with DGU & 0.79W/m²K Passive House level U values available in such a slim system. Slim sightlines are available alongside large operational sizes allowing for greater application across more projects. Similar to other Aluprof systems, the MB-79N profiles are available in three thermally efficient variants.
The efficiency version, MB-79N E, features a one component central seal. The MB-79N ST version is offered with a two component central seal and the MB-79N SI variant is provided with a two component central seal along with inserts of thermal insulation cores for the highest performance levels. For external doors, Aluprof also offers the MB-79N SI+ variant that comes with an internal perimeter gasket and insulation cores inside the profiles.
Together with thermally efficient framing profiles the new system can accommodate double or triple glazed units up to 62 mm thickness in windows and up to 53mm thickness in doors. These options make it possible to specify common thickness of glazed units, including acoustic glazing.
The new system is PAS24/Q-marked for windows and doors and furthermore, the MB-79N System is designed to offer security glazed doors, rated RC1 to RC3 including the option of providing panel doors in an extensive range of designs. The MB-79N aluminium system joins a wide range of architectural aluminium systems provided by the leading European systems company.
UK Product Development & Technical Manager, Kevin Mellor explains the design concept behind the new system, “The Aluprof product portfolio includes many popular systems favoured in the UK. However, our customers are asking us to reduce frame sizes and optimise the design to provide a competitive system. We believe the MB-79N system accomplishes that, and showing our commitment to the UK architectural market we have suited into the new system an open-out window arrangement as well."
"We believe it will be a game-changer for architects, designers, and developers who prioritise sustainability, performance, and aesthetics in their projects.” MB-79N is also compatible with two existing Aluprof systems, the MB-86 and the MB-104 Passive, both of which are well known to the company’s customers. These systems share the same accessories and gaskets with popular multi-point locking systems by renowned companies such as Roto, FUHR and GEZE. Aluprof is a renowned brand in the UK construction industry, with a reputation for delivering high-quality aluminium systems that meet the evolving needs of the market. The MB-79N system is backed by extensive research, development, and testing, ensuring compliance with the latest industry standards and regulations."
Aluprof UK also provides comprehensive technical support, including specification and design assistance, installation guidance, and after-sales service, to ensure a smooth and successful implementation of the MB-79N system in any project. Further information about systems and specification support is available through the company’s website at aluprof.co.uk or direct from their UK head office in Altrincham by phoning +44 (0) 161 941 4005.
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