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WINDYPODS Aluminium Window Surrounds - Window Cassettes

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Polyester Powder-Coated Finish

WINDYPODS Variant:

WindyPods are bespoke aluminium window surrounds designed for modern façades, delivering precise detailing, improved thermal performance, and seamless integration with cladding systems.

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Application

Contemporary Individual Residential and larger scale Developments – Façade Enhancement.

WindyPods can be specified as part of a multi-storey residential development to create a consistent and visually striking façade across a mix of apartment types or as an individual stand alone product to enhance a single dwellings aesthetic appeal.

The architectural intent defines window openings that would introduce depth and shadow, while also complementing a rainscreen cladding system.

WindyPods are designed and manufactured as bespoke aluminium window surrounds, tailored to suit varying window sizes across the elevation or as a standard kit of parts that can be utilised across larger developments.

A contrasting powder-coated finish can be selected to frame each opening, creating a bold visual rhythm and enhancing the overall building identity.

From a performance perspective, Windypods can be integrated with the external wall build-up to support and improve thermal efficiency and contribute to reduced thermal bridging.

Project Outcomes can be:

  • Enhanced façade articulation through consistent window framing
  • Improved visual depth and architectural definition
  • Seamless integration with rainscreen cladding system
  • Contribution to overall thermal performance of the building envelope
  • Efficient installation supporting construction timelines

Typical Applications

WindyPods are suitable for a wide range of project types, including:

  • Residential developments (apartments, housing schemes)
  • Commercial buildings (offices, mixed-use)
  • Education facilities (schools, universities)
  • Healthcare buildings
  • Refurbishment and façade upgrade projects

Description

Product Overview

WindyPods are standard & bespoke, high-quality aluminium window surrounds (also referred to as window cassettes), designed to deliver precise, visually striking façade detailing.

Engineered to enhance both form and performance, WindyPods frame window openings with clean lines and consistent geometry—supporting strong architectural expression across a wide range of building types.

Suitable for both new build and refurbishment projects, each pod is manufactured to exact project dimensions and integrates seamlessly with modern cladding systems. This enables improved thermal performance and contributes to enhanced U-values within the building envelope.

Features & Benefits

  • Non-combustible construction
  • Suitable for use in projects with stringent fire performance requirements.
  • Fully bespoke design
  • Manufactured to accommodate project-specific sizes, shapes, and detailing.
  • Extensive finish options
  • Available in a wide range of RAL & BS colours, including textured, metallic, and anodised effect coatings.
  • Versatile application
  • Ideal for both new build developments and refurbishment schemes.
  • Secret fix options
  • Enables clean, uninterrupted façade aesthetics.
  • Integrated framework system
  • Designed for efficient installation and reliable on-site performance.
  • Colour-coded fixings
  • Ensures visual consistency across the façade.
  • UK manufactured
  • Supporting quality control, consistency, and dependable supply.
  • Fast lead times
  • Aligned with modern construction programme demands.
  • Direct-to-site delivery
  • Streamlined logistics for ease of installation.
  • Façade compatibility
  • Designed to integrate with a wide range of cladding and façade systems.
  • Durable and low maintenance
  • Corrosion-resistant, long-lasting, and suitable for demanding environments.
  • Sustainable material
  • Aluminium is 100% recyclable and finished with non-hazardous coatings.

General information

Color

Beige

Black

Blue

Bronze

Brown

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Finish

Powder-coated

Anodized

Textured

Mill

Metallic

Material

Aluminium

Shape

Rectangle

Square

Other

Length

Bespoke

Width

Bespoke

Height

Bespoke

Warranty description

50 year

Uniclass

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CAWS

H92/120 Rainscreen cladding

H72/12 Weatherings

H72/250 Weatherings

Specification data - Aluminium cassette panels

Classification data

Alloy

-

Grade

1050A.

Temper

H14.

Sheet thickness

2 mm.
3 mm.

Panel size

-

Manufacturer guidance

Consult manufacturer and insert requirements.

Finish

-

Material

Polyester-powder coating.

Thickness

60 microns.

Colour

-

Manufacturer guidance

Consult manufacturer and insert requirements.

  • Dependant on finish.
  • Select any RAL or BS colour for polyester powder coated finish.
  • Colour matches can be arranged.

Reaction to fire

-

Panel external face

A2-s1,d0.

Panel internal face

A2-s1,d0.

Sustainability data

Contains Red List materials

No

Country of material origin

Europe

Country of product manufacture

United Kingdom

Manufacturing plant location

Material

Aluminium

Recyclability

100%

Expected Life

40 year

Literature

Guidance Note  Regarding Combustibility

Guidance Note Regarding Combustibility

Case studies

WindyPods Give Striking Finish to £26 m New Build

WindyPods Give Striking Finish to £26 m New Build

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Residential Building Project

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