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GBS78-A Triple Glazed Aluminium Clad Timber Outward Opening Window

Verified by manufacturer 10 months ago

GBS-78-A - Side Hung

21 Degrees Variant:
Product certifications:
  • UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA)

    UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA)

    Certificate type

  • Secured By Design

    Secured By Design

    Certificate type

  • PAS 24

    Certificate type

Triple glazed aluminium clad timber outward opening windows with 91 mm sash/ frame depth (78 mm timber, 13 mm aluminium cladding).

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Application

Cost-effective solution for replacements, retrofits and low-energy new build projects including Passivhaus and EnerPHit.

Description

Triple glazed timber window, outward opening.


A suitable choice for low-energy projects, whether simply replacing windows or specifying for a new home. GBS-78 is a cost-effective solution for replacements, retrofits and low-energy new build projects. With a choice of designs and styles, this range will enhance any project at a competitive price.


The number 78 refers to the depth of the window frame (before aluminium cladding).


Features and benefits:

  • U value: 0.76 W/m²K.
  • Non-clad windows available (specified separately).
  • Dual compression seals for long term airtightness.
  • Maximum sash size of 886 x 1659 mm (side hung) or 1245 x 1578 mm (top hung).
  • UKCA marked.
  • All windows have integral draught seal(s) all round.
  • All windows carry Forest Stewardship Council Chain of Custody certification.
  • Manufactured under independent UKAS approved third party certification.
  • PAS24 Class W certified.
  • Secured by Design option.
  • Triple unit: Argon fill 52 mm.
  • Light transmission value: 73%.
  • Triple glazed as standard.
  • Can be hung from the top or side.

General information

Color

Clear

Beige

Blue

Bronze

Copper

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Finish

Satin

Painted

Stained

Powder-coated

Other

Material

Timber

Aluminium

Composite

Shape

Rectangle

Circle

Square

Other

Length

Bespoke

Width

Bespoke

Height

Bespoke

Warranty description

Ten year

Uniclass

Pr_30_59_98_15 Composite window unitsPrimary

CAWS

L10/33 Proprietary windows

L10/400 Composite windows

SKU Code

GBS-78-A

Specification data - Composite window units

Classification data

Third-party certification

Third-party-accredited by UKAS-approved or recognized body.

Dimensions and configurations

-

Manufacturer guidance

Consult manufacturer for details and insert requirements. Maximum sash size of 886 x 1659 mm (side hung).

Product performance

-

Weather performance

-

UK exposure category

To BS 6375-1, 2000+ Pa.

Air permeability

To BS 6375-1, Class 4.

Watertightness

To BS 6375-1, Class 9A.

Resistance to wind load

To BS 6375-1, Class E2400.

Durability

-

Operation and strength characteristics

To BS 6375-2.

Loadbearing capacity of safety devices

Pass; 350 N when fitted.

Safety

-

Security level

High security (Secured by Design).
Standard.

Guidance for specification option:

Standard configuration 4E-20A-4-20A-E4 (E – low E coating; A – Argon 90%).

Thermal

-

Whole window U-value

0.76 W/m²K.

Frame

-

Profile

67 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Standard.

99 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Optional.

116 mm.

Guidance for specification option:

Optional.

Wood species

Redwood/ composite.

Chain of custody

FSC.

Wood finishes

Full factory treatment and finish from Remmers Baustofftechnik.

Manufacturer guidance

Specify interior and exterior finishes separately below.

Metal finishes

-

Coating

Full factory powder coating.

Manufacturer guidance

Specify interior and exterior finishes separately below.

Colour

-

Manufacturer guidance

Powder coated aluminium, insert RAL colour requirement.

Ventilator

Not required.
Aluminium, 4000 mm² EA.

Guidance for specification option:

Insert RAL colour requirement.

Aluminium, 5000 mm² EA.

Guidance for specification option:

Insert RAL colour requirement.

Aluminium, 8000 mm² EA.

Guidance for specification option:

Insert RAL colour requirement.

Manufacturer guidance

Trickle vents.

Glazing or infill

-

Standard

Relevant parts of BS EN 1279.

Requirements

Triple glazed, 52 mm - Standard.
Triple glazed, 52 mm - Toughened.
Triple glazed, 52 mm - Laminated (inner) (middle) (outer).
Triple glazed, 52 mm - Toughened (inner) (middle) (outer).
Triple glazed, 52 mm - Obscure, pattern.
Triple glazed, 52 mm - Self-cleaning.
Triple glazed, 52 mm - Solar control.
Triple glazed, 52 mm - Acoustic.

Manufacturer guidance

2 x soft coat low-E, Argon fill 90%.


  • All glass shall be of the required specification to meet safety requirements in accordance with Building Regulations Approved Document K. 
  • All glass shall be suitable to meet anticipated wind loads according to BS6262-3:2005.
  • All glass specified as a barrier or balustrade to protect from falls shall be in accordance with the requirements of Building Regulations Approved Document K and BS6180:2011.
  • All glazing shall be with triple glazed, hermetically sealed units manufactured to BS EN 1279-5:2018 with soft coat low emissivity coatings (ε ≤ 0.05) at positions 2 & 5 as measured from the exterior, Argon fill 90% and warm edge spacers (Ψ ≤ 0.040 W/mK). U value of standard glazing shall be ≤ 0.60 W/m²K and g value ≥ 50%.

Hardware

Outward opening stainless steel friction stays; espagnolette locking system.
Mila handles.

Operation

-

Type

Manual - side hung.

Air tightness

To BS EN 12207, Class 4 - 600 Pa.

Light transmission

73%.

Finish

Nature effect.
Painted, RAL classic.
Painted, RAL design.
Painted, NCS1950.
Painted, Farrow and Ball.
Woodstain oak.
Woodstain light oak.

Manufacturer guidance

Interior finish.

Depth

91 mm (frame and sash depth - 78 mm timber, 13 mm aluminium cladding).

Frame height

101 mm (frame and sash - jambs and head).

Spacers

Swisspacer Ultimate warm edge, black.

Gasket

Black.

Handles

Locking.
Non-locking.

Handle colour

Matt chrome.
Polished chrome.
Gold.
White.
Black.

Glazing bars

Not required.
Standard, with interstitial bars.

Windowboard groove

Required.
Not required.

Accessories

Not required.
Child safety restrictors.
Remote opening system.

Guidance for specification option:

Insert requirements.

Extension sill, aluminium (RAL).

Guidance for specification option:

Insert size (≤ 400 mm) and RAL requirement.

Extension sill, stone bed connector (RAL).

Guidance for specification option:

Insert size and RAL requirement.

Extension sill, aluminium Z45 (RAL).

Guidance for specification option:

Insert size and RAL requirement.

Extension sill, aluminium Z60 (RAL).

Guidance for specification option:

Insert size and RAL requirement.

Sustainability data

Country of material origin

Europe

Country of product manufacture

Europe

Material

Timber
Aluminium
Composite

BIM objects

BOS

NBS BIM Object Standard

This BIM object has been authored to meet the requirements of the NBS BIM Object Standard.

Find out more about the NBS BIM Object Standard.

Platform Compatible Version
Revit
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1

IFC
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1

Product certifications

UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA)

UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA)

UKCA Declaration of Conformity

Secured By Design

Secured By Design

Secured By Design

PAS 24

PAS 24

PAS 24

Literature

Windows brochure

Windows brochure

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