The best profiles for plastic windows - review, reviews, recommendations. Which plastic window profile is better to choose? Selection tips and ratings of manufacturers Which window profile to choose

The market for plastic windows in Russia is opaque. But we have summarized the information obtained from the Internet and telephone surveys and present to the user a rating of plastic window brands available to Russian buyers. The basis was based on such parameters as market preferences of consumers in Russia, popularity among Internet users (based on the number of queries in search engines) and expert assessments.

Brief characteristics of brands

German profile Rehau

1. The confident leader of the Russian market of plastic windows is the German one. It was founded in 1948 and employs 15 thousand employees. The first representative office in Russia was opened in 1995, since 2002. – own production in the Russian Federation. It has held leadership in the Russian market for 6 years.

Presents 6 window profiles of a wide variety of characteristics - both quite budget-friendly in price and elite class. The number of cameras is from 3 to 6, there is an option specifically for the conditions of the Russian North. Positioned as a supplier of environmentally friendly products. The number of queries in the Google search engine is 2.39 million.

You can learn about the principles of choosing PVC windows in the expert review “”
In order for the window to be convenient to use, the choice of fittings is no less important than the choice of profile. How to decide on this question, which one? - also read on our website.
If for any reason you are not satisfied with PVC profiles, read here: about glazing using aluminum profiles!

Windows with Veka profile

2. In second place is . Also of German origin. The company was founded in 1969. It is represented on the Russian market by 9 types of profiles, including unique five-chamber windows with an installation width of 104 mm TOPLINE PLUS.

Has two enterprises in Russia. The number of queries on the Google search engine is 402 thousand.

German KBE profile

3. belongs to the German concern Profine. It is represented on the Russian market in five modifications: from the quite budget “Engine” to the elite “Select”. Energy-saving spraying and argon filling of the chambers are used. PHOTO 4 “KBE Windows”

In terms of price, KBE windows are slightly (10-15%) inferior to Rehau, but the brand is also positioned as a symbol of environmentally friendly products. The number of queries on the Google search engine is 328 thousand.

4. " Samara window designs"- domestic brand. Better known as "" - 2.15 million requests in the Google search engine. It is represented by profiles of three series – SOK 3, SOK 4 and SOK 5 and their varieties. The number in the designation indicates the number of chambers in double-glazed windows. The windows comply with Russian and European standards.

Windows with German Salamander profile

5. Another German company is present on the Russian market with three modifications of window profiles: 2 D, 3 D and Streamline. The last profile has rounded outlines of the sash and frame.

The number of queries on Google is 177 thousand. The company’s products do not stand out as anything special, other than traditionally high German quality.

Deceuninck is another German brand of window profiles on the domestic market

6. The company owes its rapid rise in the plastic window market to its purchase in 2002. production facilities of Thyssen Polymer. The Russian market is represented by 5 varieties of window profiles with the number of chambers from 3 to 6. The product range includes, among other things, products intended for elite consumption.

Google for the request “Deceuninck plastic windows” produces only 63.8 thousand queries.

Windows with German Shuco profile

7. The peculiarity of the company, which ranks seventh in the ranking of window manufacturers, is that all its production is concentrated in Germany. Therefore, the products of this brand are recommended as products of the highest quality. It supplies the market with profiles of three series with installation depths of 60 mm, 70 mm and 82 mm (three-chamber and five-chamber double-glazed windows). Seven-chamber models of this brand are also known. All products in Russia are considered moderately priced or elite, or close to such.

The Google search engine gives 74.2 thousand requests for inquiries about this brand.

Plastic windows with Montblanc profile

8. The second Russian brand in the plastic window market takes VIII place in the ranking. Although production is based on German equipment, the factories are located in Russia - in Elektrostal and Khabarovsk (as well as in Belarus - in Mogilev). On the market since 2001. It is presented in six modifications of profiles: three three-chamber, two five-chamber and one six-chamber. The quality meets European standards. The company's products are rather classified as economy class. The number of queries on Google is 85.9 thousand.

Plastic windows with Aluplast profile

9. The company is represented on the Russian market with six modifications of windows with the number of cameras from 3 to 6. It is positioned as a supplier of windows with increased burglary resistance. A subsidiary of the company operates in Russia. The Google search engine provides 94.2 thousand queries for entering this brand into the search bar.

Gealan profile for plastic windows

10. Closes the top ten of our rating. The company was founded in 1992 and is positioned as a supplier of smart windows, the design of which facilitates their installation and operation. It is presented on the market in ten profiles with the number of chambers in double-glazed windows from 3 to 6. Google gives 93 thousand requests for entering this brand into the search bar. 11. The Korean company was forced out in 2013 European manufacturers from the top ten suppliers of plastic windows to the Russian market, but continues to retain strong positions. It is presented in three profiles - with the number of chambers 3, 5 and 6. Window production is located in China, but the promotion of the brand is well promoted by popularity household appliances LG. The main sales market in Russia is the Far East.

Plastic windows with Koemmerling profile

12. The brand of plastic windows, like KBE, belongs to the German concern Profine, although the company itself has existed since 1887. Initially specialized in the production of glue, it turned to window production only in 1957. The products belong to the premium class. On the Russian market, the brand is represented by two types of double-glazed windows, including the five-chamber Koemmerling Eurofutur. Google rating – 24.2 thousand queries.

Plastic windows with Trocal profile

13. Another brand owned by the Profine concern - - was popular in the early 2000s. Features of this brand's products: increased rigidity designs. It is less susceptible to temperature deformation than others.

It is interesting to note that the brand is represented on the market not only by 3-5-chamber models, but also by 1-2-chamber models. Combined with reasonable prices, this maintains interest in Trokal windows in Moscow and in the cities of southern Russia.

Plastic windows with Proplex profile

14. Another domestic brand - created on the basis of Austrian technologies.

It is presented in three models – three-chamber “Optimum”, four-chamber “Comfort” and five-chamber “Premium”. The popularity of the brand is based on a developed retail system covering all of Russia and Belarus. However, the number of requests on Google for entering this brand is 80.2 thousand.

Plastic windows with Artec profile

15. Despite the fact that the German company has been producing plastic windows since 1995, it is less known in Russia than the brands of other German companies - market majors. Although it offers a fairly wide range of its products - 6 types of plastic windows with the number of cameras from 3 to 5. However, the matter can be fixed. Moreover, the brand’s search rating is high – 620 thousand requests for entering the brand into the search bar.

The company's peculiarity is that ARtec produces windows with a white seal.
in any branch of the company in Russia and the CIS countries.
The white seal is an excellent addition to ARtec windows with a white profile,
such as: ARtec CLASSIC, ARtec EVOLUTION,
ARtec EFFECTIV, ARtec EXTRATHERM and ARtec CONZEPT,
as well as for the ARtec TS-60 door profile system.

Plastic windows with “Funke Kunstoffe” profile

16. Since 1962, the German company specialized in the supply of engineering structures from plastic glass. Currently, one of the company's divisions is engaged in the production of plastic windows. There are two types of profiles on the Russian market – three-chamber “Phoenix” and five-chamber “Helios”. But the profiles of the company “Fortuna” and “Delphi” are also known.

Plastic windows with PlusTec profile

17. The German brand was little known in Russia until 2010, but thanks to cooperation with the Ecoplast company, it is currently gaining popularity. The main trump card of the company is environmental friendliness. PlusTec windows are lead and cadmium free. And at the end of their service life, the profiles are 100% recycled and used for the manufacture of new products.

Plastic windows with Wintech profile

18. The strengthening of the position of the Turkish brand of plastic windows was facilitated by the launch of the Vintek Plastic plant in the Serpukhov district of the Moscow region, which produces up to 20 thousand tons of plastic structures per year. The products on the market are presented in three designs with 3, 4 and 5 cameras and are positioned as a good combination of price and quality, with prices in the “affordable range”.

Plastic windows with LGC profile

19. created in Ukraine based on Austrian technologies and German materials. The products are positioned as environmentally friendly. It occupies a strong position in Ukraine and is gaining more and more weight in Russia. Google search ranking – 2.42 million queries. Although the products are provided mainly by only one four-chamber profile. According to a number of sources, the company's portfolio is dominated by corporate customers. 20. The top twenty most popular is completed by the Slovak brand. On the plastic window market since 1994. Production in the city of Novac was established with the assistance of the Austrian company Greiner, which has experience in developing plastic windows for houses in the high Alps.

Plastic windows with Internova profile

A significant argument in favor of Internova windows is the slow destruction of plastic under the influence of ultraviolet radiation. To achieve this effect, the company has developed and patented an exclusive formulation of plastic additives, which is kept secret.

A window profile is a frame that holds a glass unit. Different types of window profiles differ in the material of manufacture and internal structure. Let us consider in detail the differences and advantages of profile structures, their quality, cost and performance characteristics.

What types of windows are there?

Modern window profiles for double-glazed windows they are made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), wood or metal (aluminum profile). Each of the above materials has its own advantages, which determine its popularity and cost.

Wooden window profile

Wooden frames represent the most expensive, prestigious design window opening. Natural wood Long drying, thorough impregnation with an antiseptic and protection from moisture are required. Therefore, the cost of a wooden window is an order of magnitude higher than a plastic profile. If the wood is not dried enough or treated incorrectly, expensive windows can collapse within a year of their installation.

The look of natural wood creates a prestigious design and attractive aesthetics. With proper preparation, wood is quite durable and reliable. Best tree for the manufacture of window profiles - oak, larch, alder and pine wood are more accessible.

Let's summarize the advantages of wooden profiles:

• aesthetics and prestige;
• natural environmentally friendly material;
• good heat capacity.

Flaws:

• Possibility of warping, swelling, cracking and other types of damage;
• Expensive;
• High professionalism of the master manufacturer is required.

An option for using wood for double glazed windows is wood-aluminum profile. In it, the wooden material is covered on the outside with metal plates. From the inside, on the living side, the frame shows natural wood; on the outside, the frame is protected from moisture by metal.

Aluminum profile

Aluminum window profiles are made with a small number of chambers (two or three). Metal itself is an insufficient heat insulator, which is why metal windows are cold. They are mainly used for glazing large retail areas, airports, but also balconies and loggias. "Warm" metal windows are equipped with a thermal liner, which increases the heat capacity of the profile structure. The cost of such windows is significantly higher than “cold” ones.

A metal window is characterized by the following advantages:

• strength;
• low flammability;
• durability.

Flaws:

• low heat capacity (for “cold” profiles);
• high cost (applies to “warm” structures).

Two main types of profiles from aluminum alloy are in demand in various buildings. “Cold” aluminum profile is used where an inexpensive frame is needed, good strength, without special requirements for heat conservation. The “warm” expensive profile is installed in heated rooms for durable operation in cold winter conditions.

PVC profile

PVC profile is called a plastic window. Its characteristics:

• high thermal insulation;
• moisture resistance;
• various designs (thanks to gluing laminated film).

Thermal insulation properties are ensured by the presence of hollow chambers inside. Due to the resistance of plastic to atmospheric precipitation, it does not absorb moisture, does not swell, does not rot or crack.

PVC has some disadvantages:

• flammability (characteristic of most plastics);
• the more cameras, the greater the weight of the structure, the more high requirements presented for window installation.

Due to its affordable cost, PVC profiles have become the most popular material for the manufacture of double-glazed windows. Dozens of different manufacturers produce PVC. Their profiles differ in the number of chambers and the thickness of the plastic wall. Let's consider what characteristics are used to evaluate PVC profiles.

Characteristics of PVC window profile

Popular manufacturers of window profiles

1. REHAU is a German manufacturer and has its own production in Russia. It supplies the Russian market with six models of profiles: 3-6 chambers, the width of a standard double-glazed window is 32–40 mm; in wide double-glazed windows (86 mm), special glass is installed and fiber is used. The heat transfer resistance coefficient is from 0.64 to 1.05 (for fiberglass profiles). The manufacturer regulates that a coefficient of 0.95 corresponds to heat capacity brick wall one meter thick.
2. KBE is a German manufacturer with two subsidiaries in Russia. It produces 8 models of profiles with different characteristics: 3-6 chambers, glass unit thickness from 32 to 52 mm. The heat transfer coefficient of the KBE profile is 0.7 – 1.04.
3. VEKA is a Russian-German manufacturer, VEKA Rus is a subsidiary of VEKA AG. It produces standard blocks and non-standard design structures for window openings and balconies in accordance with the European RAL standard. The main models produced: Softline (for double-glazed windows from 4 to 42 mm, five chambers, heat transfer resistance coefficient 0.75), Softline 82 (glazing unit width 24-52 mm, seven chambers, coefficient 1.0), Euroline (three chambers, double-glazed window 32 mm, coefficient 0.64), Proline (four chambers, 4-42 mm, coefficient 0.75), Swingline (6-42 mm, five chambers, coefficient 0.77), Alphaline (elite 6-chamber profile with high coefficient 1.04).

   

4. MONTBLANC is a German manufacturer that supplies four types of profiles from 3 to 6 chambers (eco, thermo, nord and grand) to Russia. The width of the double-glazed windows is 32, 42 and 52 mm. Heat transfer resistance ranges from 0.6 to 0.82 mm. Frame thickness from 60 to 80 mm. Six air chambers fit into a width of 80 mm. High heat-saving functions make the profile popular in Russia.
5. SALAMANDER (also Germany) - produces profiles of 3, 5 and 6 chambers with frame thicknesses from 60 to 92 mm. Dimensions of mounted double-glazed windows: 32 mm, 48 and 60 mm. The widest Salamander BluEvolution profile has a heat transfer resistance of 1.0. The manufacturer regulates high burglary resistance of windows(thanks to a closed reinforcement system).
6. Schuco is a German manufacturer that produces 3-7 chamber PVC profiles for standard and energy-efficient construction. The maximum heat transfer resistance coefficient is 0.94. Double-glazed windows up to 36 mm thick. IN wide frames 82 mm thick, it is possible to install anti-burglary fittings. Schuco also produces warm aluminum profiles with a number of chambers from 3 to 7, steel profiles for cold glazing.
7. TROCAL is a German manufacturer, the founder of the industry, which introduced the first plastic window to the construction market (in 1954). Has been producing window profiles for almost 60 years. The width of the double-glazed windows is from 30 to 58 mm. Four to five chamber profile, 70 and 88 mm installation width. The heat transfer coefficient is 0.82. Lead-free technology allows you to install the profile in child care institutions (kindergartens and schools).

And finally: accessories

Fittings are a set of metal parts that provide a movable connection various elements in the overall window design. The durability of the window product depends on the quality of the fittings.. It is important to know that famous brand manufacturers have cheap lines of lower quality fittings for Eastern European countries.

Types of window fittings:

• Tilt and turn (for opening the window and tilting the transom).
• The lock and handle are a multifunctional design that locks the frame in any position using an internal axis.
• Parallel-sliding (for retractable sashes).
• Tilt-and-slide.
• Vertical sliding.

In addition to fittings, the design of double-glazed windows uses. They provide the necessary insulation from noise and cold.

The selection of a window profile, its main characteristics and fittings is carried out in accordance with the required thermal capacity of the window and the price level for its manufacture. The quality of the profile and fittings determines the appearance of the double-glazed window and its performance characteristics: thermal insulation, sound absorption, strength and durability.

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By installing PVC windows instead of old wooden frames, apartment owners want to protect their home from cold, dust and noise. Therefore, choosing profile types for plastic windows is a serious task.
Modern PVC windows add coziness to the room and retain their original appearance for many years. They are easy to clean, quick to install and perform the above functions better.
How to choose the right profile for plastic windows, how does quality compare with the manufacturer’s brand and the price of the product?

The profile in a plastic window is the basis of the structure. The doors are made from it, double-glazed windows are installed, and framed with fittings. The choice of PVC profile affects the characteristics of the window structure as a whole - the ability to sound insulate, seal and retain heat in the room. An important aspect of the choice is the types of external design of the window frame.

Profile structure and material

Plastic frame for window – complex design. Its cross section makes it possible to see many air chambers inside the structure that retain heat. Naturally, the more chambers, the better the thermal protection.

In PVC - the base is inserted metal carcass(reinforcement). It ensures the strength of the profile and is the key to maintaining its shape when the plastic is exposed to rain, wind and frost.
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a material for the manufacture of plastic windows.

Main characteristics:

• does not oxidize in air;
• not afraid of moisture;
• does not collapse from extreme heat;
• harmless to human health;
• washes better than a wooden frame;
• has a wide range of colors, but is mainly used in white. But you can choose and order “wood” or marble lamination.

The profile type should be selected in accordance with the conditions in which it is intended to be used. If winters are windy and frosty, you need to choose a chamber with a large number of air compartments and thick double-glazed windows. But there should not be less than three air chambers in the frame.

PVC profiles are classified into three types - economy, standard, luxury. The most popular and well-proven types today are the German profiles of the brands “Rehau”, “Veka”, “KBE” and “Trocal”. You need to choose profile types carefully. Special stickers on branded products indicate their quality and authenticity.

The production of high-quality plastic for the manufacture of windows has also been established in Russia. These are PVC profiles “Novotex” from the Moscow region, “Exprof” from Tyumen. These are cheaper models. The Montblanc brand is resistant to temperature changes and severe frosts.
The rigidity of the frame depends on the thickness of the reinforcement in the profile. It is made of a galvanized steel liner and can be closed or U-shaped. It is a cold profile element.

Window installation

It is not enough to choose a high-quality PVC profile. It is necessary to professionally install a structure made from it to avoid freezing, condensation on window glass and drafts. This work is performed by measurement and installation specialists who know many of the features and subtleties of installation in various types of houses. Here it is necessary to take into account the choice of material, the thickness and structure of the walls, accurately calculate the size of the frames, install them strictly horizontally and securely fasten them in the wall. Cavities and cracks are filled polyurethane foam to prevent air from entering, it is plastered installation seam from the street side, and from the inside the installation seam is sealed with slopes.

Certification

The PVC profile certificate gives complete technical information about him. Not all subsidiaries of companies with advanced brands have the right to issue such a document for their products. This means RAL certificate.

Manufacturers VEKA and REHAU issue such a quality certificate at all enterprises, including Russian factories in the Moscow region and Novosibirsk. Consumers try to choose products with such a certificate. The certificate guarantees compliance with technologies in the production of frames and high quality of the source material. It's a good choice.

How does profile width affect structures?

The degree of stability and thermal insulation of frames depends on the choice of width plastic construction. What size does it come in:

• The profile with a thickness of 58-60 mm is used for glazing residential, small office premises, balconies.
• A 70 mm profile is installed in country houses, when insulating loggias.
• 80 mm frames are used for windows in high-rise buildings.
• The maximum profile width of 90 mm is used in frames in northern latitudes ah for improved thermal insulation.

The profile with a thickness of 58-60 mm is the most popular among others. We recommend choosing it for installation in an apartment, as it is easier to install and meets the requirements for home windows.

Installing a window with a profile of maximum width will cost more, but we remember that the coldest place in the window is the double-glazed window, so we focus on the maximum width of the double-glazed window, adding energy-saving glass and an external glass of 6 mm, which will pay off in a short time due to heat energy savings and noise insulation.

Number of cameras in profile

Thermal conductivity and sound insulation ability depend on the thickness of the frame profile. It is determined by the number of air chambers in the structure. There must be at least three of them. The first is used to remove condensate, reinforcement is inserted into the second, and the third chamber additionally insulates. The most popular and widely used model, 58-60 mm thick, has three air chambers. In thicker frames there can be from four to six.

It is important to note! Thermal insulation characteristics profiles depend not on the number of partitions, but on the size of the air chambers, that is, on the thickness of the frame. The thicker the frame and the glass unit on it, the heavier the structure. This requires quality professional installation.

Classification of profiles by camera type

Plastic structures only appearance similar. Special types of frames are used for different purposes. After all, not only windows are made plastic, but also entrance and interior doors, indoor partitions, balcony groups and so on. The functions and thickness requirements for such frames are different. Which of the two types should you choose?

“A” class - a profile with thickened external walls. This type is used both for glazing windows and for installing doors and frame partitions.

“B” class - lightweight profile with a thin outer wall. This cheaper option is "object based". The budget price attracts buyers, but we must remember that thin plastic walls cannot always cope with the tasks assigned to them.

The quality and rigidity of the profile depends not only on the material - polyvinyl chloride, not only on the size, but also on the number of air chambers. Joints profile parts in corners must be strong, withstand temperature loads and be resistant to mechanical stress. The quality of the connections provides an additional resource for using profile frames. In pursuit of favorable price It is important not to lose the quality of the product.

Each company, in addition to the certificate, accompanies its product with a warranty. If the corner fastenings are weak, then the finished window base may lose its shape over time or the corners may separate. The service life of the product will decrease and depressurization will occur. Such windows will not retain heat, the glass will fog up, and condensation will accumulate on the windowsill.

Leaders in production

Plastic windows have gained popularity; they are installed in offices, residential premises, and industrial facilities. A certain list of leading companies producing profiles has been compiled.

• The best lines profile systems produced by Rehau, Veka, as well as Trocal and Salamander. It's plastic highest quality, the production of structures is carried out in compliance with all technological standards. And as a result of this, the quality of windows and other structures made from this material never raises any complaints from installers and consumers. The price for the types of profiles of the listed companies is quite high. But this choice is justified by the long service life of the structures.
• Quite high-quality profiles for windows are made by Aluplast, Funke, Artek, Proplex and KBE.

Summing up the analysis of the quality of window profiles, we can say that the most the best choice- these are frames from well-known brands in Russia. They are reliable and of good quality. Width optimal options are 58mm and 70mm profiles. Based on the number of air chambers, it is better to buy three-chamber structures. Such windows are not very heavy in weight and are affordable. Pay attention to the surface - glossy ones are easier to clean. Seals must be replaceable.

It is better to entrust the selection of design components and installation to a specialist who is responsible for the quality of the choice, work and carries a guarantee.

Currently, the market for windows made on a PVC basis offers a wide range of different products. In order to attract buyers, companies are developing new types of double-glazed windows, and also use various types of profiles from which plastic windows are made.

In this regard, the consumer has reasonable questions: which window profile to choose and what will serve as the criteria for its selection?

When choosing a profile used in the manufacture of plastic windows, you must be guided by the following criteria, which determine the purpose of the window and the conditions of its operation, are:

1. The ability to provide the required level of heat and sound insulation of the room where it is planned to install a window of this design.
2. The quality of the material used.
3. Profile class.
4. Possibility of installing double-glazed windows of various designs.
5. Geometric dimensions of the profile (width and height).
6. Availability of reinforcement.
7. Possibility of installing additional elements.
8. Conditions of use and maintenance.
9. Manufacturer's brand and its reliability.
10. Price.

In practice, a PVC profile is used, which has a different number of chambers in its design, which ensure the ability of this structural element to retain heat indoors and maintain the required level of sound insulation.

Structurally, this is expressed in the division of the internal space into several air chambers through the installation of partitions. There can be from three to eight such chambers (air cavities), of which the most popular among household consumers are three and five chamber ones.

By class, PVC profiles are classified as:

• Class “A” – wall thickness from 3.0 mm.
• Class “B” – wall thickness from 2.5 to 3.0 mm.
• Class “C” - wall thickness is not standardized.

Window profile materials

In the manufacture of windows, various types of profiles can be used, both in terms of its design and the material from which it is made.

It could be:

• Tree.

This is a natural and environmentally friendly material that has always been widely used in the manufacture of windows.

Currently, due to the advent of new technologies and the high cost of natural raw materials, it is used less widely.

Wood species such as teak, larch, oak, Canadian Hemlock and teak wood are used for the manufacture of windows according to individual orders and in the construction of premium housing.

Coniferous trees are used in the manufacture of cheaper structures, but, nevertheless, they are still more expensive than products made from various types of plastic and some types of composites.

• Aluminum.

Pure aluminum is not a very good material in terms of its use for the manufacture of window blocks. The reason for this is its high thermal conductivity and low elasticity.

In this regard, aluminum faucet is rarely used in its pure form for these structural elements, but in combination with polyvinyl chloride materials it is an excellent component similar products.

• Fiber composites.

Fiber composites are fiberglass made from a reinforced profile and a fiberglass composite.

This material has good heat-insulating properties and strength indicators that exceed those of wood and metal, respectively.

The disadvantage that determines its rather narrow distribution is that under the influence of the external environment (precipitation, Sun rays etc.), this material delaminates.

When using a composite made from carbon fiber, this disadvantage is absent, but in this case the product is very expensive.

• Metal-plastic.

The use of aluminum, which serves as a frame in the manufacture of window profiles and plastic, made it possible to create a wonderful tandem of materials, which made it possible to combine their advantages and create a durable product with good thermal insulation properties.

Metal-plastic profiles are currently widely used in the manufacture of window blocks of various designs.

Selection of accessories

The choice of fittings is important point, when manufacturing and equipping a window, strange as it may seem at first glance. In order to make the right choice, you must:

• Familiarize yourself with the types and purposes of fittings.
• Choose the most reliable manufacturer that produces high-quality products (based on user reviews).
• Determine the needs of various types of fittings and their technical characteristics.
• Determine the relationship between price and service life of the products.

The configuration and type of fittings for each specific window is individual, which is determined by its design and the method of opening the sashes (right or left, sliding or swing type, blind or tilt-and-turn design, etc.).

The standard package of a window made from PVC profile includes the following elements:

• Window hinges (bottom and top).
• Compensator.
• Protective mechanism (fuse) against slamming.
• Devices for lifting window sash.
• Retainers.
• Brackets.
• Tilt-and-turn mechanism.

In addition to the products listed above, the kit may include window sash rotation limiters, slot ventilators, mosquito nets and locks that ensure the window is closed from the inside.

In the manufacture of accessories we use various metals and their alloys, which characterizes their strength and reliability. WITH outside The fittings are coated with anti-corrosion paints and varnishes.

The criteria for choosing accessories are:

• Wear resistance.
• Resistance to external influences.
• Availability warranty period operation and certificate of conformity.
• Appearance (aesthetics) and ease of use.

Choosing a plastic window manufacturer

When the user is faced with a question related to the choice of plastic windows, in addition to the technical components that determine the characteristics of the window (the type of profile and the material from which it is made, the type of double-glazed window, the availability and quality of seals and fittings), an organizational component also appears - which manufacturer’s windows to choose.

Works on the domestic market for similar products a large number of large and small companies various shapes property. However, the main metal producers plastic profiles, are just a few companies whose products have their own inherent advantages and disadvantages; below are the most popular of them.

KBE (Kunststoffproduktion für Bau und Elektrotechnik), Germany

The KVE company operates in different countries and on different continents. In Russia, this company has representative offices in many regions; the production of metal-plastic profiles is located in the Moscow region. The representative of the company in Russia is ZAO Profine RUS (Moscow).

The advantages of KVE products are:

• High rates of heat and sound insulation.
• Wide operating temperature range.
• Availability of a ventilation system that ensures that glass units do not fog up.

The disadvantages include:

• High price.
• White plastic may turn yellow when exposed to sunlight.

Rehau, Germany

The Rehau company operates in different industries and in different countries around the world. One of the areas of activity is the production of translucent structures, including metal-plastic profiles.

The company's central office for Eastern Europe is located in Moscow, and representative offices are in the cities of St. Petersburg, Voronezh, Nizhny Novgorod, Samara, Yekaterinburg, Rostov-on-Don, Novosibirsk, Krasnodar, Irkutsk, Khabarovsk and Simferopol.

The advantages of Rehau products are:

• Strength.
• A large assortment various types profile.
• Good performance in terms of heat and sound insulation.
• Frost resistance of products.

• High price.
• Limited height of sashes on manufactured products.

"PROPLEX", Russia

"PROPLEX" is one of the first domestic enterprises that began working in the market of metal-plastic windows through the full cycle of their production.

The advantages of products manufactured at this enterprise are:

• Relatively low cost.
• Long service life.
• They are adapted to operating conditions in Russia.

The disadvantages are:

• There is no international quality certificate.

VEKA AG, Germany

In Russia, the German company is represented by its branch, the subsidiary VEKA Rus, whose head office and production are located in Moscow. In addition, the company has representative offices in a number of regions of our country.

The advantages of VEKA products are:

• Wide selection of models.
• High technical performance (heat and sound insulation).
• Durability.
• The use of special rubber-based seals that are not afraid of low ambient temperatures.

The main disadvantage is the high cost.

Montblanc, Russia

The Mont Blanc company has been successfully operating in the PVC products market since 2000. The head office is located in Moscow, and factories are in Elektrostal, Moscow Region, and Krasnoyarsk.

The advantages of the products manufactured by this company are:

• Low cost.
• Adaptation of products to operating conditions in our country.
• Well executed design.
• Large selection of models.
• Strength and durability of products.

The disadvantages are:

• Lack of international quality certificate.
• Low quality of fittings used.
• Possibility of odor from the type of sealant used.

Which profiles are most often chosen?

The type of profile chosen depends on the purpose of the window and its operating conditions. Besides this is not enough important factor factors that influence the choice are the service life and cost of the product.

When choosing, there are always personal preferences for a particular brand, as well as the presence of representative offices of the manufacturer in the region of residence of the potential buyer. In the regions of our country, the products of various companies are popular, which is characterized by the presence of a similar type of production and competition between manufacturers.

For installation in residential buildings, the greatest demand is for 3- and 5-chamber metal-plastic profiles with a width of 58.0 and 70.0 mm, respectively. For northern regions, 6 and 8 chamber profiles with a width of 90.0 mm are recommended.

It is not recommended to install plastic windows made from profiles intended for industrial buildings and objects, about which there must be appropriate markings on its surface (OBJECT, object, engine, Tender, etc.).

In addition to the fact that when choosing a window you need to be careful and thoroughly familiarize yourself with the type and design of the profile, glass unit and fittings, you also need to take care high-quality installation of the purchased product. Incorrect installation can negate all the advantages of a window made from a metal-plastic profile.

“Which window profiles are the best?” – a question asked by everyone who wants to finally install energy-saving windows in their home. However, despite the external similarity of all structures, inside all the profiles are completely different, some of which do not at all comply with SNiP RF and are not recommended for installation in residential premises. First of all, when choosing a window system, you need to pay attention to the number of chambers and the thermal resistance coefficient (the higher, the better). Next important parameter PVC windows have the possibility of being reinforced - this increases the load-bearing characteristics of the structure, helps to increase the service life of the system and its resistance to plastic deformation. To make it easier for the buyer to decide on a quality window system, this rating was compiled. So, TOP 10 the best companies and models of PVC window profiles:

aluPlast

Aluplast opens a rating of window profiles by quality. The company provides a good range of technical solutions for window systems. The latest developments that increase the energy efficiency of structures are embodied in the AluPlast energeto series. The Energeto 8000 model has excellent thermal resistance during installation triple glazing– 1.27 m2*S/W. According to the manufacturer, if the structure is not reinforced with steel (this reduces bearing capacity), its thermal conductivity is significantly reduced, reaching a thermal resistance coefficient of up to 1.67 m2*C/W.

Deceuninck

Deceuninck is ranked 9th in the ranking of PVC profiles. The Belgian company has been producing window blanks from polyvinyl chloride for about 40 years at production facilities located in Europe, Asia and North America. The flagship of all Deceuninck lines is the 84mm Eforte model. This system is recommended for installation even in the northern latitudes of Russia due to high coefficient thermal resistance – 1.1 m2*C/W. The service life of Eforte is 30-40 years, subject to a temperature range of -60 to +75 degrees Celsius.

Proplex

The Russian company Proplex takes 8th place in the ranking of window profiles in 2018. All Proplex products are manufactured in Russia, so prices finished goods from this profile is much lower than imported analogues. Proplex produces 5 different window systems: 2,3,4,5-chamber. For installation in dachas, loggias and non-residential premises We recommend the two-chamber Proplex Outline - the cheapest design with a thermal resistance coefficient of only 55 m2 * C/W. More reliable system recommended for installation in apartments and residential premises is the four-chamber Proplex Comfort with thermal resistance 0.8 m2*С/В, which fully satisfies the requirements of SNiP RF.

Kaleva

The seventh place in the ranking of PVC window profiles is occupied by the Kaleva brand. The company produces a dozen various models each of which has its own advantages and disadvantages. The most inexpensive option with everything you need is Kaleva Standard - this is a four-chamber profile with the possibility of reinforcement with steel and a built-in double-glazed window filled with inert argon gas, which has very low thermal conductivity. The Kaleva Titan Plus five-chamber window system is the company’s most heat-saving and noise-reducing design. Feature of Titan Plus: in addition to the main two-chamber 40mm insulation package filled with argon, blinds and another external glass are built into the system - thus, this model provides a degree of insulation incomparable with other analogues, thanks to the insulation package with three independent air partitions, two of which are filled with argon.

Montblanc

Montblanc (pronounced MONBLAN) occupies a leading position in the 2018 ranking of plastic profiles for windows in terms of price-quality ratio. Mont Blanc is an Austrian company that has been producing low-cost, high-quality profiles for translucent structures for more than 15 years. Due to the opening of the Mont Blanc industrial plant in the Moscow region in 2001, the company gained wide popularity in Russia. The company produces several lines of window systems: Montblanc, Reachmont, Goodwin and ECP. All products have a guaranteed service life of 40 to 60 years, and an installation width of 58 to 70 mm, except for the eighty-millimeter Montblanc Grand with six air compartments. We recommend for installation a four-chamber Montblanc Quadro system with a thermal resistance coefficient of 0.8 C/W per m2 - this is a high indicator that meets the requirements of GOST and Building Codes in many regions of the Russian Federation.

Salamander

The TOP 5 rating of profiles for plastic windows in 2018 opens with one of the most expensive brands rating. The company has three different systems in its product range: Salamnder 2d/Streamline/BlueEvolution. The most budget option is considered to be a three-chamber 2D with the possibility of reinforcing the internal chambers with steel. The wall thickness of Salamander 2D is: outer 3mm, rebated 2.5m, and inner 1mm - this provides good noise reduction (up to 46dB) and high energy efficiency class A+. This model Designed for installation of single-glazed windows. Salamander BlueEvolution – next model, recommended for installation in any region of Russia. BlueEvolution is the only profile available on the Russian market (meaning at a reasonable price) with a maximum width of the built-in double-glazed window - 60mm (if desired, you can install a three-chamber double-glazed window). Salander BlueEvolution is ideal for the continental climate of Russia: it protects from heavy rains, effectively maintains the temperature even at -40 degrees, and reliably resists drafts, thanks to the elastic rubber seal.

KBE

4th place in the rating of PVC window profiles belongs to the German manufacturer KBE. The names of the KBE rulers are banally simple and depend on the profile width: KBE 58/70/76/88. As anyone who plans to replace windows should know, the wider the system, the more chambers it has, which means that the heat-saving indicators of such a design are obviously high.

The optimal option for installation is the KBE76MD model - this is a six-chamber design made using greenline lead-free technology from recycled polyvinyl chloride. Recycling PVC allows you to “kill” two birds with one stone: recycle PVC waste and save on the cost of raw materials, which directly affects the retail price of the product.

The most important thing in greenline technology from KBE is the complete preservation of the physical and mechanical properties of the material, that is, primary processed raw materials are no different from recycled materials. The best product from KBE is considered to be the 88 mm KBE AD made using greenline technology: this model has a thickness outer wall 3mm and 6 independent air compartments inside with the possibility of aluminum reinforcement - all this provides an unconditionally high level of thermal efficiency and noise reduction.

VEKA

The bronze medalist in the ranking of the best PVC window profiles goes to VEKA. VEKA offers 8 class A models with an outer wall thickness of 3mm. The most economical solution is VEKO Euroline: a design with three air chambers designed for glass units up to 24 mm (usually two glasses - one chamber), the sashes and frames of which can be reinforced for greater system reliability.

The optimal solution in terms of price and quality for offices and apartments will be the energy-efficient A++ class VEKO Swingline series: 5 independent air chambers with an outer wall thickness of 3 mm will ensure warmth and comfort in the room even on harsh winter evenings. The most expensive and massive specimen is VEKO Alphaline. This model is equipped with six air compartments with a total width of 90mm - these are the most heat-saving windows from VEKO in which you can install double-glazed windows up to 50mm thick (3 glasses) and enjoy peace and comfort all year round.

WDS

WDS ranks second among the best profiles for plastic windows in 2018. The manufacturer has several product lines in its assortment, each of which differs in noise reduction coefficient, heat saving and the number of cameras: WDS 400/500, WDS 4/7/8 Series. The optimal price-quality ratio is the Class A 60mm WDS4 model, equipped with 4 independent air chambers and the possibility of aluminum reinforcement up to 1.5mm. For northern latitudes, it recommends installation of the WDS8 series: a six-chamber metal-plastic profile with the ability to install a two-chamber double-glazed window up to 44 wide - this model retains heat 2.5 times more efficiently than the WDS400/4Series.

Rehau

Rehau is the leader in the rating, the best profile for plastic windows in 2018. The company's product range consists of 7 types of profiles with different numbers of air chambers, design widths and levels of sound insulation. The Rehau Euro-design series is an affordable and high-quality three-chamber profile with a thickness of 60mm, so it is recommended for installation by those who do not want to overpay. For lovers good sleep Rehau Intelio will be a real find: a five-chamber profile 86mm thick with a noise reduction coefficient of 36dB (without double-glazed windows).

In cold climate zones, the 86 mm Rehau Geneo will help save up to 80% of heat: the six-chamber design ensures high tightness, maintains a colossal gap between the temperature amplitudes in the room and outside the window, and also creates reliable protection from drafts, thereby maintaining comfort and coziness in the room throughout the winter, even at -60 degrees. According to the manufacturer, all Rehau products have a minimum service life of 40 years, and some models even 60 years.

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