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Thermal Louvre Window

VELO

Thermally broken louvre systemtype
Up to 2.0m² GFAfree area
U-value 1.1 W/m²Kthermal
High airflow performance with large aerodynamic free areaairflow

Why Choose the Ventec VELO

Smoke Ventilation

Fully tested and certified to BS EN 12101-2 for smoke extraction. Reliability rated Re 1000 for smoke extraction duty with opening time under 60 seconds.

Energy Efficiency

Overall U-value as low as 1.9 W/m² K with double-glazed blades. Thermally broken frames with argon-gas filled cavity and low-E glass for exceptional thermal performance.

Dual Purpose

Delivers both daily environmental ventilation (Re 10000 rated) and emergency smoke control in a single unit, reducing the number of facade openings required.

Anti Finger-Trapping

Motor is programmed with an anti finger-trapping safety function, preventing injury during louvre blade operation.

Smooth Operation

Louvre blades rotate on pivot bearings connected to a rack and pinion mechanism, ensuring smooth and synchronized blade movement up to 85° opening angle.

BS EN 12101-2 Certified

Fully tested and certified for smoke and heat exhaust ventilation systems to the UK national standard. Reliability rated Re 1000 for smoke extraction.

Dual Purpose

Delivers both daily environmental ventilation (Re 10000 rated) and emergency smoke control in a single unit.

Press-Formed Mitred Corners

Precision press-formed mitred corner joints create an enhanced, refined visual appearance suitable for architectural applications.

Next Day Despatch

Standard sizes available for rapid despatch from stock: keeping your project on schedule.

Key Features

Thermally Broken

U-value as low as 1.1 W/m²K with argon-gas filled double or triple glazed blades and thermally broken aluminium frames for exceptional energy performance.

Dual Purpose

Rated Re 10000 for daily environmental ventilation and Re 1000 for emergency smoke extraction, reducing the number of facade openings required.

Bespoke Sizing

Available from 350mm x 350mm up to 2500mm x 6000mm, with standard sizes available for next day despatch.

Anti Finger-Trapping

Motor is programmed with an anti finger-trapping safety function, preventing injury during louvre blade operation.

Choose Your Configuration

1.04m² GFA

Standard Frame

4-blade louvre window. 1150mm(W) x 1250mm(H). 286mm blade height. Aerodynamic free area 0.68m². Weight 47 kg.

1.5m² GFA

Large Frame

6-blade louvre window. 950mm(W) x 2100mm(H). 331mm blade height. Aerodynamic free area 0.94m². Weight 67 kg.

Bespoke

Custom Sizes

Min 350mm(W) x 350mm(H), max 2500mm(W) x 6000mm(H). Non-standard sizes available on request: may not be compliant with BS EN 12101.

Certifications & Compliance

BS EN 12101-2

Certified for smoke and heat exhaust ventilation systems. Independently tested and verified for UK smoke ventilation standards.

Re 1000 / Re 10000

Reliability rated Re 1000 for smoke extraction operations and Re 10000 for daily environmental ventilation duty cycles.

B 300 Fire Resistance

Resistance to temperatures up to 300°C. Fire-rated for compliance with building safety regulations.

Need Some Help?

We have a team of ventilation specialists on hand to help guide you towards selecting and customising your system.

Call us: 01202 725 485

Email us: info@vent-trade.co.uk

Technical Specifications

Performance

  • Geometric Free Area: 1.04m² / 1.5m²
  • Aerodynamic Free Area: 0.68m² / 0.94m²
  • Certification: BS EN 12101-2
  • Vent Opening Angle: 0 – 85°
  • Opening Time: < 60 seconds
  • Reliability (Smoke): Re 1000
  • Reliability (Daily): Re 10000
  • Resistance Temp High: B 300 E

Electrical

  • Operating Voltage: 24Vdc
  • Current Consumed: Max 0.85 amps
  • Actuator: D+H LDF 100/70-RL
  • Actuator Mount: Internal top right of side-frame
  • Tractive Force: 800N
  • Cable Cores: 2 Core + Earth
  • Operating Temp: -5°C to 50°C

Physical

  • Standard Size (4-blade): 1150mm x 1250mm
  • Standard Size (6-blade): 950mm x 2100mm
  • Max Size: 2500mm(W) x 6000mm(H)
  • Min Size: 350mm(W) x 350mm(H)
  • Blade Height: 200mm – 450mm
  • Glazing: 6mm laminated + 20mm argon cavity + 6.38mm laminated low-E
  • U-value (Glazing): 1.1 W/m² K
  • U-value (Overall): 1.9 – 2.0 W/m² K
  • Finish: RAL 9010 matt (other RAL colours on request)