Awning windows have recently become a popular product in the door and window industry, as they have numerous advantages. For example, they offer good lighting, can shield against wind, frost, rain, and snow from the outside, and allow people to have a clear view of the scenery outside. Moreover, doors and windows imported from China are highly cost-effective, and their quality is excellent. Collaborating with China is a mutually beneficial endeavor.
Recently, Annie from the European construction market department urgently needed a batch of awning windows. One of her clients required such a batch of awning windows for the newly built villa. Therefore, Annie was in urgent need of a batch of cost-effective awning windows. As a result, Annie tried every means possible. She contacted netizens online and posted some announcements on social media platforms to look for awning windows that met the following requirements: the price should be as favorable as possible, the quality should be top-notch, and the delivery time should be fast. Because Annie’s client hoped to find this batch of goods as soon as possible and install them quickly to complete the villa project within a short time this year.
Annie reached out to many friends in the media and explored numerous channels, but she still couldn’t find the clients she was looking for. Additionally, due to excessive stress and anxiety, Annie couldn’t fall asleep at night.
Just when Annie was feeling extremely anxious, her friend Ruth called to chat with her. Since Ruth had recently quarreled with her husband, she called Annie that night to talk and relieve her emotions. At this moment, Annie also shared her troubles and hardships with Ruth, saying that she couldn’t sleep because of work-related matters and had been kept extremely busy. She had explored many channels for a long time but still hadn’t found a suitable door and window supplier to cooperate with. Besides, the client of the villa demanded that the awning windows be found as soon as possible, and the decoration should be completed this quarter. So Annie was really worried. Unable to hold back her emotions, Annie burst into tears.
At this time, her good friend remembered that one of her husband’s clients was a Chinese person named Zhang Yan, and perhaps this Chinese person had relevant resources to introduce to her friend. Coincidentally, Zhang Yan knew a door and window company called Dingtuo, Dingtuo Door and Window Co., Ltd. It was said that the company provided excellent service and had a fast delivery speed. After all, it was a Chinese door and window supplier, and with “Made in China” and the “Chinese speed,” their speed was always reliable.
Subsequently, Annie got to know this Chinese client through Ruth’s husband. Through the software WhatsApp, they had detailed and careful communication about some details. For instance, Annie needed a batch of awning windows, including their length and width, and the quantity required. In addition, there were some requirements for the hardware. For example, high-quality hardware parts should be selected because only top-quality hardware can ensure a long service life. Moreover, when it came to the choice of glass, they should choose glass that is not easily broken. For example, they could choose the kind of glass specially used for high-rise buildings, which is hard in texture and not easy to break when impacted by external objects.
For example, in some seaside villas, there are birds, kittens, and puppies. Some families keep pets. Then, when kittens, puppies, or other birds perch on the awning windows, the windows should have strong bearing capacity to ensure the safety of the clients’ homes.
After communicating with the person in charge of Dingtuo Door and Window Co., Ltd., Annie promptly finalized all the project cooperation. Annie had a very pleasant communication with Zhang Yan and praised Zhang Yan’s excellent service and strong communication skills to those around her.
After Annie completed this order, the client called her some time later and expressed the intention to cooperate with Annie again. Because in one of his recent projects, he also needed awning windows. Based on the quality of the awning windows from the previous order and the fast delivery speed, Annie’s client was very satisfied. Therefore, for this new project, he also wanted to cooperate with Annie.
The client told Annie that the quality of these awning windows was extremely good, and they were also aesthetically pleasing. After installation, the property owners were particularly satisfied. The effect after installation was excellent. The glass was clean, transparent, beautiful, and generous, and the lighting was also very good. Through the transparent glass, one could observe the weather outside. If the weather was nice, one could go out for a picnic or a barbecue. If the weather was not ideal, one could also tell from the awning windows and decide whether to go out or not.
China’s Dingtuo Door and Window Co., Ltd. cooperates with countries such as Germany, France, the United Kingdom, European countries, Australia, etc., and its products are sold all over the world. It is precisely because of the excellent quality of its doors and windows that it can achieve such wide sales in other countries. Additionally, Dingtuo Door and Window has been in the door and window business for 18 years. With such a long history as evidence, its quality is trustworthy.
定制悬窗的要求有哪些？
Here are the requirements for custom – made casement windows:
Architectural Code – related Requirements
Window Size and Opening Limitations: Building codes in different regions of Australia have specific requirements for window sizes and opening methods. For example, in some residential buildings, to ensure safety and ventilation effects, the opening angle of casement windows is usually limited to a certain range, typically not exceeding 45 degrees, to prevent accidental falls. Meanwhile, the size of the window needs to be determined according to the room’s function and lighting requirements. Generally, there is a minimum standard for the window area in main living spaces such as living rooms and bedrooms to ensure sufficient natural light.
Installation Location and Height: The installation location and height of casement windows must meet safety standards. For example, in positions close to the ground or easily accessible to children, there is usually a minimum requirement for the height of the window sill, generally not less than 800 millimeters, to prevent children from climbing and falling. In some special places like bathrooms and toilets, the location and height of windows also need to consider privacy protection. They are usually installed at a higher position or made of frosted glass or other materials with better privacy – protection properties.
Fire Safety Requirements: In Australia, building windows are required to meet fire – safety standards. Casement windows should have certain fire – resistant properties. For example, in the event of a fire, they should be able to prevent the spread of fire and smoke for a certain period. Some building codes require that windows use fire – resistant glass or window frame materials with fire – resistant coatings, and the opening method of windows should be convenient for the evacuation of people and the rescue of firefighters in case of an emergency.
Material and Quality Requirements
Window Frame Materials: Common window frame materials include aluminum alloy, wood, and PVC. Aluminum alloy window frames have the advantages of corrosion resistance, high strength, and light weight, and are widely used in Australian buildings. Wood window frames have good thermal insulation performance and aesthetic appearance, but they need to be treated with anti – corrosion measures. PVC window frames are relatively low – priced and have good thermal insulation performance, but their strength and durability may be slightly inferior to those of aluminum alloy and wood. Whichever material is used, the window frame needs to meet the relevant Australian quality standards and have sufficient strength and stability to withstand the local climate conditions and the pressure of daily use.
Glass Requirements: Glass is an important part of casement windows, and Australia has strict standards for building glass. Generally, the glass is required to have good light transmittance, thermal insulation, and safety performance. Common types of glass include ordinary single – layer glass, double – layer insulating glass, and laminated glass. Double – layer insulating glass has better thermal insulation performance and can effectively reduce indoor energy consumption. Laminated glass has high safety performance. Even if the glass is broken, it is not easy to fall and hurt people, and it is often used in some places with high safety requirements. In addition, the thickness of the glass also needs to be selected according to the size of the window and the use environment to ensure its strength and stability.
Hardware Fittings: The hardware fittings of casement windows include hinges, handles, locks, etc. The quality of these fittings directly affects the performance and service life of the windows. The hardware fittings should be made of corrosion – resistant and high – strength materials such as stainless steel and copper. The hinges should be able to bear the weight of the window and ensure the smooth opening and closing of the window. The handles and locks should be easy to operate, flexible, and reliable, with certain anti – theft performance.
Performance Index Requirements
Thermal Insulation Performance: Australia has a diverse climate, and different regions have different requirements for the thermal insulation performance of windows. In cold regions, windows need to have good thermal insulation performance to reduce the loss of indoor heat. In hot regions, windows are required to effectively block solar radiation heat and reduce the indoor temperature. Generally, the thermal insulation performance of windows is measured by the heat transfer coefficient (U – value). The lower the U – value, the better the thermal insulation effect of the window. For example, in some cold regions, the U – value of casement windows may be required to be less than 2.0 W/ (m²·K).
Sound – Insulation Performance: For buildings located in the city center or busy traffic areas, the sound – insulation performance of casement windows is very important. Windows should be able to effectively block external noise from entering the room and provide a quiet living environment for residents. The sound – insulation performance is usually expressed by the sound – insulation level (Rw). Generally, the sound – insulation level of casement windows is required to be above 30 decibels to meet the comfort requirements for living.
Water – Proof and Sealing Performance: Australia has a changeable climate and a lot of rain, so casement windows need to have good water – proof and sealing performance to prevent rainwater from leaking into the room. The sealing strips of the windows should have good elasticity and weather resistance and be able to maintain the sealing effect under different temperature and humidity conditions. At the same time, the connection between the window frame and the wall also needs to be waterproofed, usually using sealing glue or waterproof gaskets and other materials to ensure that rainwater cannot penetrate.
Customization Process and Service Requirements
Design and Consultation: When custom – making casement windows, consumers usually communicate with professional window manufacturers or designers to design according to factors such as the building’s style, use requirements, and personal preferences. The manufacturer should provide professional consultation services to help consumers choose the appropriate window type, materials, and configurations, while considering the overall appearance of the building and the coordination with the surrounding environment.