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Side-Hung AOV Windows

ELITE Window

Bottom-hung façadetype
Up to 1.57m² GFAfree area
U-values 0.8 W/m²Kthermal
High thermal performance with double or triple glazing optionsglazing

Why Choose the Ventec ELITE

Smoke Ventilation

Certified to BS EN 12101-2 for smoke extraction in stairwells, lobbies and corridors. Reliability rated Re 1000 for smoke extraction duty.

Energy Efficiency

U-value as low as 0.8 W/m² K with 50mm triple glazing. Polyamide thermal breaks and thermal inserts eliminate condensation and thermal bridging.

Universal Design

Fits most facade systems and wall types. Available in horizontal or vertical arrangements with single or multiple unit stacking using connecting bars.

Assembly Grooves

Groove system allows for cable laying and simple drive bracket assembly with smooth adjustment. Grooves covered by masking strips in colours matching the frame.

Multi-Chamber Profiles

Aluminium multi-chamber profiles with polyamide thermal separators and anti-corrosive protection through anodising. Frame 75mm, leaf 84mm.

Triple Glazing Unit

High class 50mm thick triple-glazing unit with thermally insulated frame. Deep window pane fixing prevents water condensation on the internal surface.

RAL Colour Options

Available in the full RAL palette including structural and wood-resembling colours. Glazing strips available in rectangular and round options.

Key Features

Triple Glazing

50mm triple-glazing unit with polyamide thermal separators achieves U-values as low as 0.8 W/m²K, eliminating condensation and thermal bridging.

Multi-Unit Stacking

Vertical or horizontal stacking of multiple units using connecting bars and thermal inserts for larger facade openings.

Full RAL Palette

Available in the complete RAL colour range including structural and wood-resembling finishes, with rectangular and round glazing strip options.

Flexible Opening Angles

Configurable at 30, 45, 60, or 75 degrees to match project-specific smoke ventilation and airflow requirements.

Choose Your Configuration

Horizontal

Standard Arrangement

Min size 800mm x 800mm. Max horizontal size 2700mm(W) x 1300mm(H). Opening angles of 30, 45, 60, or 75 degrees.

Vertical

Vertical Arrangement

Max vertical size 1600mm(W) x 2200mm(H). Ideal for taller facade openings. Electro-lock available for larger units.

Multi-Unit

Adjacent Installation

Vertical or horizontal stacking of multiple units using connecting bars and thermal inserts, silicon sealed for weather-tight performance.

Certifications & Compliance

BS EN 12101-2

Certified to BS EN 12101-2 for smoke and heat exhaust ventilation systems. Standard sizes tested and verified for operational reliability and high temperature resistance.

Re 1,000 / Re 10,000

Operational reliability rated Re 1,000 for smoke extraction and Re 10,000 for daily environmental ventilation. B300 resistance to temperatures up to 300°C.

Regular Servicing Required

Smoke ventilation systems require regular testing and record-keeping by authorised, competent persons. Servicing by accredited and certified smoke vent engineers only.

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: 0.22m² – 2.63m²
  • Aerodynamic Free Area: High performance
  • Certification: BS EN 12101-2
  • Opening Angles: 30°, 45°, 60°, 75°
  • Opening Direction: Outward
  • Orientation: Bottom hinged
  • Opening Time: < 60 seconds
  • Reliability (Smoke): Re 1,000
  • Reliability (Daily): Re 10,000

Electrical & Thermal

  • Power Input: 24Vdc
  • Current Consumed: 2.0 – 5.2 amps
  • Actuator Type: Spindle
  • Cable Cores: 2 Core + Earth
  • Electro-Lock: 24Vdc, 1.0 Amp (optional)
  • U-value: as low as 0.8 W/m² K
  • Glazing: 50mm triple-glazed (standard)
  • Thermal Break: Polyamide separators

Physical & Glazing

  • Min Size: 800mm x 800mm
  • Max Horizontal: 2700mm(W) x 1300mm(H)
  • Max Vertical: 1600mm(W) x 2200mm(H)
  • Frame Depth: 75mm
  • Leaf Depth: 84mm
  • Glazing: Double or triple-glazed
  • Colours: Full RAL palette
  • Snow Load: SL 0
  • Wind Load: WL 1000 > WL 1500
  • Resistance Temp High: B 300 (300°C)