Unique Features:
The wood-framed VSW 65 System provides an efficient and convenient entrance system for residential, commercial, and recreation applications. Easy to slide and easy to store, this system offers designers a new dimension in designing large exterior opening glass walls. See different VSW animations.
Multitude of Stacking Possibilities - Including Pocket Options
The panels can be stacked in a number of ways when the unit is opened. See possible stacking options. The tracks can be laid out beyond the frame in a variety of configurations.
Design Flexibility
Custom sizes of panel heights up to 9' 10" (3000 mm) and panel widths up to 3' 3" (1000 mm) are possible. There is a variety of glazing choices (single glass, insulated glass, laminated glass, etc.), and a large selection of muntin layouts (horizontal mullions, glued-on muntins, solid panels, higher bottom rails, etc.).
Individual Panel Systems Common Features:
Panels Can Be Taken Out of the Plane of the Opening
The storefront can be completely out of site during business hours. The tracks can be laid out beyond the frame of the opening in a variety of configurations. The stacking bays can be positioned anywhere along the track which makes remote storage possible.
Single Track, Top Hung Systems
When closed, all panels are on a single track, eliminating the need for bulky multi-tracks.
Virtually Unlimited Number of Panels
The number of panels is restricted only by structural steel constraints. Even if there are structural posts, tracks can be laid to the inside or outside of the posts to allow sliding of the panels beyond the posts.
Swing Entry/Exit Panel
In addition to sliding panels, swing panels can be hinged off of a side jamb.
Design Freedom
All units are made to custom sizes. Glazing choices with insulated glass, laminated glass, etc. A large selection of muntins layouts with true divided lites, glued on muntins, solid panels, higher bottom rails, etc.
Choice of Quality Wood and Finishes
Choices of quality wood finishes include Douglas Fir, European Pine, and other selected woods. For interior applications,furniture quality, environmentally-friendly finishes are available. See Wood and Finish Section.
Hardware Options
A choice of different locking options are available depending on need. Different handle finishes are also available. See the Hardware section.Custodial hardware is also available.
Weather Resistant
The system is engineered to provide weather resistance, high structural performance, and resistance to dust infiltration.
Outstanding Appearance
European styling and handsome, sleek lines allow glass areas to be maximized. All sliding and locking hardware is integrated into the profiles for a clean, harmonious look.
Secure
Concealed multiple-point locking operates with a turn of a handle.The bottom shoot bolt between each sliding panel has a full one-inch throw. The top bolts interlock into striker slots in the adjacent panel, and the lower bolts are thrown into striker plates.
Continued, Long-Term Satisfactory Operation
Ease of operation to quickly open or close as the two carrier suspension system allows each single panel to be easily slid. State-of-the-art hardware with sealed ball bearing carriers. Variable interlocking of profiles minimizes expansion problems. Long term ease of operation with compensation and adjustment features. Simple to align sliding panels.
Complete System
Complete, precision built systems with pre-fitted hardware are supplied.
Coordinated Glass Walls
With the SL joining system, coordinated glass walls can be provided with matching folding doors and windows, matching French doors, transoms, side lites, and corner posts. Select "Matching Windows & Doors" in CAD Details.
NanaScreens
The NanaScreen, a series of collapsible pleated screen panels riding on a single track is available as an option. This system has been designed to be out-of-view when not in use; see "Screens" for more information.
Easy To Install, Complete System
The precision-built system is easy to install and comes complete with pre- fitted hardware.
Design Flexibility
The designer has flexibility with custom sizes and glazing choices; options for raised or flush sills; a large selection of muntin layouts; and details such as horizontal mullions, glued-on muntins with spacer bars, solid panels, or other custom layouts.
Hardware Options
A choice of different locking options are available depending on need. The internal locking hardware is Schlage-compatible. Different handle finishes are also available. See the Hardware Section. Depending on the configuration selected, door closers can be incorporated and units can be prepared for panic device provided by others. Custodial hardware is also available.
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