Alura 4500 Tilt-Turn Windows
Alura 4500 window offers a very unique product for large openings in both residential and
commercial markets. The versatile design is three windows in one: A secure top-venting hopper in the tilt position, an inward opening casement in the turn position and a tightly sealed picture window when closed.
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With the EuroDesign 4500, tilt-turn, awning, hopper and fixed configurations are possible. Matching doors in a variety of configurations are available.
Some of North America’s highest performing window units are produced using the 4500 design.
Reaching top performance with operating and fixed designs
3 styles of windows in 1
A secure top venting hopper in the tilt position, an inward opening casement in the turn position and a tightly-sealed fixed window when closed.
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Up to 1 3/8 in (35 mm) glazing capability
Increases both energy efficiency and acoustical properties
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Multiple locking points and dual weather seals
Create a tight seal against sound, air and water infiltration
Large chambers
Accommodate robust reinforcements required in heavy commercial applications
Frame accessory groove
Accepts a variety of accessories such as brickmolds, extension jambs and mulling components to couple window elements
3 1/4 in (83 mm) North American frame depth
Allows for hassle-free replacement installation; 2 3/8 in (60 mm)
BASE COLORS
Clay
White
FOIL COLORS
Jet Black*
Naussbaum*
* All foils are wrapped on a dark brown base and are unavailable with a white or clay base
OTHER COLORS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST - Special order only, minimum 60 day lead time
Black Brown
Celyon
Anthracite Grey
Bronze
Golden
Oak
Sheffield
*with white base only
PROFILE OPTIONS
Nail Fin
No Fin
GRIDS (Optional)
Marginal
Colonial
For those who want the best
Alura 4500 windows come in a variety of different colors: Whether you are looking for a change from white with a different core profile color or something totally unique such as modern solid foil on the window exterior with a wood look on the interior, our color options offer something for every taste.
Performance Summary
NAFS (PG): up to AW-PG100
Impact: up to DP65
ASTM E90 Acoustical (STC): up to STC 43; OITC 34
ASTM E84 Class A: Flame spread 0; smoke-developed 80
SHGT (Solar Heat Gain Coefficient): Windows: 0.14 - 0.50 I Doors: 0.13 - 0.46
U-value: down to 0.17*
Dominant window style in Europe; gaining popularity in North America.
Tilt-turn hardware allows the sash to tilt inward at the top for secure ventilation or turn inward providing a wide opening for emergency egress.
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When closed, this compression-seal window and door design seals tightly
to provide outstanding thermal and acoustical performance.
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4500 Series windows have also passed Miami-Dade County hurricane protocol tests, allowing them to be specified for projects that reference this standard in all coastal regions, from Texas and Florida all the way to Long Island, NY.
The Triumph Palace in Moscow, a 52-level residential building with hotel on the upper floors, chose 4500 window designs for most of their windows.
A vinyl window that can achieve an AAMA AP-HC100 rating – impossible!
Or perhaps not.
The outstanding performance of the Alura 4500 window design is one of North America’s best kept fenestration secrets. uPVC windows not only far exceed aluminum on thermal performance; they can also meet the highest available structural standards.
â–ª Fusion-welded corners enhance structural strength and offer a cleaner finish
â–ª Dual overlapping neoprene gaskets provide a tight seal against air and water infiltration
â–ª Galvanized steel-reinforced chambers add structural strength and energy efficiency
â–ª Insulated glass up to 1 3/8 in (35 mm) thick achieves U-values down to 0.17 (R.88)
â–ª Multi-point locking system increases security
â–ª ADA-compliant hardware solutions achieve disability design goals
