Fixed aluminum windows provide a glazed opening without an operable sash. They can complement doors and opening windows, but ventilation and any required access must be planned elsewhere.
What to resolve before choosing a design
| Decision | Information to confirm |
|---|---|
| Use | Confirm that a non-opening window is appropriate at this location. |
| Glass dimensions | Review glass specification, frame support and delivery handling. |
| Facade coordination | Align sightlines, finish and installation junctions. |
Configuration and material choices
A fixed window is not interchangeable with an opening window simply because the external size matches. Keep function explicit in the schedule.
Record frame material, leaf or panel construction, visible surface, glazing and hardware as separate specification fields. This prevents a finish name from being mistaken for the underlying construction. Each alternative should be checked against the same opening and intended use.
Use fixed glazing where opening is not the task
A fixed window is planned around light, view and the building envelope rather than ventilation through an opening sash. Confirm how ventilation and any required escape or access functions are provided elsewhere in the room. Set out the sightlines and alignments with nearby opening windows so the visual composition remains deliberate.
Request the frame section, glass build-up and retention detail for the proposed panel size. Discuss installation and replacement access where the glass is large or high above the floor. The wall junction, flashing and sealing remain part of the project coordination even without operating hardware. Ask for evidence relevant to the exact assembly and exposure; the absence of a moving sash does not establish a universal performance level.
Coordinate fixed and opening panels
Identify fixed aluminium windows explicitly in the opening schedule so they are not counted as ventilation openings. Coordinate sightlines with casement windows and sliding windows, while confirming cleaning and glass-replacement access for each location.
Evidence and installation boundaries
Specification limits, material availability and performance documentation are subject to technical review. A material or component report is not automatically evidence for the complete door or window assembly. Tell us about the project requirements early so the applicable configuration can be assessed.
Installation must follow the agreed drawings and the actual product instructions, with responsibilities assigned to competent people. This collection is a selection resource, not a substitute for a product-specific installation manual.
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Send your project brief with opening sizes, quantities and the documents already available.
Before you specify
Questions worth asking
Can the size and finish be customized?
Share the opening dimensions, intended use and preferred finish. Feasibility, material availability and the final configuration are subject to technical review; no universal size range is assumed.
What should I send for a quotation?
Send a marked drawing or door schedule, project country, quantity, installation context and any specified performance requirements. Identify which hardware and glazing you need included.
Are the images confirmed product specifications?
The images illustrate design and finish options. Your written quotation, approved drawings and material samples define the final configuration and supply scope.
