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2019 Top 100 Products: Windows and Doors | Pro Builder

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The Series 7630 Window Wall (shown, above) from Western Window Systems is designed for durability, energy efficiency, and customization, and is compatible with the company’s Series 7000 sliding doors. A proprietary aluminum frame is engineered to reduce thermal loss and transfer, helping maintain indoor comfort and energy efficiency. A split-finish option is available with standard and high-base sill options.

The new Replaceable Deck Sill (RDS) from Endura Products, claims to eliminate costly, time-consuming, and labor-intensive replacement caused by sill deck damage. The removable sill deck can be replaced in a few simple steps using common tools, the company says, and helps identify non-level openings and address imperfect site conditions. Also available as a temporary dunnage sill cap and deck during construction.

For its Renewal line of replacement windows, Andersen introduced Dark Bronze for exterior and/or interior cladding. The company’s manufacturing process fuses the color into its proprietary Fibrex cladding material. Dark Bronze joins eight other interior and exterior color choices that complement 10 window hardware finishes.

Multi-Slide Door / Western Window Systems

The Series 7600 aluminum multi-slide door from West­ern Window Systems feat­ures thin profiles and large, unobstructed, high-performance glass panels. Available in heights of up to 15 feet in most markets, and in pocketing, non-pocket­ing, corner, and bi­parting configurations with a hidden stainless steel multipoint lock system.

Architectural glazing systems from Solar Innovations include all types of operable and fixed windows, glass doors and walls, and skylights, as well as complementary shades, dynamic glazing, and decorative glass. Options include aluminum, vinyl-composite, and wood frame materials with complementary hardware. Design and installation services, as well as Revit BIM models and objects, are also offered.

Bilco basement doors and egress windows provide easy and attractive access, natural light, and ventilation to finished daylight and fully below-grade basement areas, and comply with emergency egress code requirements, the company says. Egress window wells and well covers, basement door weather stripping and door keyed lock kits, and stair stringers enable a complete, compatible system.

Window Options / Windsor Windows & Doors

Windsor Windows & Doors is committed to bringing your vision to life with high-quality, high-performance windows and doors. Featuring wood-clad, cellular PVC, and vinyl construction, and available in many styles, fixed and operable, the company’s automated glass line reduces seal failures and provides a higher level of accuracy and performance.

The FrameSaver rot-proof wood door frame from Endura is backed by a fully transferable limited lifetime warranty. The composite bottom section, finger-jointed to a dimensional wood section, above, finishes and paints just like wood and never rots, cracks, warps, or absorbs water, says the company, which also points out it has never received a warranty claim since introducing the FrameSaver 15 years ago.

The Jamsill Guard adjustable door and window sill pan flashing system features a one-piece molded corner section to block water intrusion; sloped weep areas beneath the jamb-to-sill joint to shed incidental water to the exterior, and a multipiece telescoping design to allow on-site adjustability. Made from high-impact ABS plastic, the sections are bonded together in the field using PVC cement, creating a one-piece sill pan flashing.

Offering the industry’s only full line of Wi-Fi–enabled garage door openers, LiftMaster delivers “smart and secure” solutions for homeowners. Wall-mount, chain-, and belt-driven openers are available in ½ and ¾ horsepower, many with DC-battery backup, keypad and remote entry, energy-efficient LED lights, and mobile device app-driven remote monitoring, control, and alerts.

Large-opening door systems from LaCantina Doors are available in multi-slide, folding, and swing configurations with or without screens. Wood, aluminum, and vinyl systems are engineered and independently tested for optimal thermal performance, structural integrity, strength, and protection against the elements.

aircraft aluminum alloy Driven by innovation, Pella windows and doors endure rigorous testing against high-wind projectiles, extreme temperatures, and tough jobsite conditions. Products include fixed and operable windows, entry and patio doors, storm doors, and garage doors. Insynctive connected technology features hidden security sensors on doors and windows to enable remote monitoring, control, and notifications.