Astraseal Launch New Division and Revolutionary New Glazing Solutions
21/5/24
Back in 2018 Astraseal first ventured into the sector widely known in the industry as multi-room. A sector that encompasses multi-room, multi-use higher rise buildings and larger scale projects.
The very first project for Astraseal being a 23-storey student accommodation site in Coventry, a project being managed by Winvic construction for Code Student Accommodation. The project of 1206 student rooms along with associated recreational areas came with many challenges. Pvc windows had not been previously used in a building of this height. The project came with new challenges for Astraseal and in many cases bespoke solutions had to be researched, developed and tested. Structural Integrity, acoustic performance, thermal efficiency, ventilation regulation compliance, light and heat transmission all major factors within this type of build.
Following the first project in 2018 Astraseal have partnered with several leading construction firms working on further student accommodation blocks, private rental apartment schemes, schools and other high-rise large-scale projects.
Special Projects Division
Having gained invaluable experience within this sector since 2018, Astraseal have invested in and developed a team dedicated to this works, the team includes cad technicians, an in-house architect, technical fenestration experts and qualified site management. In addition to this Astraseal have formed partnerships with structural engineers, facade specialists and test houses all of which continue to be involved in the growth of what is now a new division of Astraseal, the 'Special Projects Division,' dedicated to the multi-room, multi-use large scale new build projects.
The Special Projects Division has now launched a new fenestration system, designed specifically for this type of project, The Rehau Artevo System. Unlike any other window system, the Artevo system incorporates glass fibres within the profiles to offer unrivalled strength, whilst maintaining slim profile sightlines. The Glass fibre reinforcing within the profiles reduces noise transmission, offers hugely improved thermal performance, and enables the use of much larger, heaver glass panes.
This mix of glass fibres and polymer is branded Rau-Fipro X and all profiles within the new Artevo suite are extruded using this technology. RAU-FIPRO X window profiles are certified by the Passive House Institute in Darmstadt. Building materials approved by Passive House are generally between two and four times more efficient than standard products. Thanks to the slimline profile that allows more light in to the room whilst ensuring less heat leaves it, 90% of all RAU-FIPRO X frames do not need steel reinforcements, meaning no wasteful thermal bridges. The Artevo system easily achieves overall U-values of 1.1 w/mk when fitted with double glazed units but can achieve overall U-values as low as 0.6 w/mk when fitted with high performance triple glazing.
The Artevo system is available with a range of laminated foil finishes, the foil is bonded to the surface of the profiles during the extrusion process, the range covers the ever-popular anthracite grey colours but goes on to offer metallics and matt foil finishes in a range of colours.
To further enhance the Artevo system, Astraseal are approved for the manufacture and installation of the new Skyforce Juliet balcony solution. Skyforce is a Juliet balcony that fits perfectly and discreetly into the clean lines of the build. With a concealed attachment system and all visible parts offered to match the chosen finish of the windows and doors. Skyforce is fitted to the Artevo window or doors through specifically designed and tested reinforcement sections. Negating the need for obtrusive bracket details fitted to the facade of the building. The Skyforce system is fully certified and compliant with Building Regulations offering protection from falling, collision and impact.
Both the Artevo and Skyforce systems are added to Astraseal's industry leading portfolio of British manufactured glazing solutions which includes both Rehau and Eurocell Upvc systems, third party certified fire rated windows and doors along with an impressive range of aluminium glazing systems, screens and curtain walling.
For further information on the range of glazing solutions manufactured and offered by Astraseal please contact the Special Projects Division by emailing SPD@Astraseal.com
Source: Tall Buildings Magazine - Issue 5 by Radar Communications - Issuu