 A UK first: It has been revealed that, for the first time in the UK, approved, purpose-made, aluminium fire-resisting windows that are identical in appearance to standard windows are now available as part of the expanding AWS range from Schüco International. The company says their clean modern look stands in sharp contrast to present adaptations of fire doors.
The new windows, known as AWS 60 FR 30 and AWS 70 FR 30, offer automatic self-locking in the event of a fire but can also be specified with a hold-open function for use in combination with a smoke detector.
Both types have 30-minute ratings and have been tested in line with EN 1634 for spread of flame and EN 1364 for protection against heat radiation.
The windows are available with either a 60 mm or 70mm frame depth.
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