Features
Classic Series Vinyl Windows
- Vinyl extrusions are formulated to withstand the harshest climates year after year and their multi-chambered design optimizes both strength and thermal efficiency.
- Available in white or beige.
- Double glazing available with a variety of glass options to maximize energy efficiency.
- Interior glazed.
- To increase the curb appeal of your home, choose from multiple grille types in an array of colours and patterns.
Classic Series Casement & Awning Windows
- Triple weather-stripping on operating sashes provides ultimate protection against air and water infiltration to maximize energy efficiency.
- Continuous head and sill designs with exterior glazing are standard. Mulled configurations with interior glazing are also available.
- Sleek Truth Encore® hardware conveniently folds away and will not interfere with most window coverings.
- Available in white or beige.
- Concealed multi-point locking system on casement windows ensures consistent seal from top to bottom with a convenient single lock lever, as well as added protection against forced entry. Colour-matched to hardware chosen.
- Special egress hardware available for casement windows.
- Make your windows more prominent with optional exterior brickmould.
Classic Series Horizontal Slider Windows
- Horizontal sliders run on non-marking rollers for a clean appearance and consistently smooth operation.
- Tri-Fin weatherstripping on operating sash provides superior seal without compromising smooth operation.
- Robust, centre-mounted knife latch lock is easily operated and provides excellent security. Dual locks featured on units of greater height or width.
- Steel reinforcement added to pull rail and interlock on all horizontal sliders.
- Sliders come with anti-lift sash to provide additional security.
- A wide variety of interior and exterior accessories available.
Classic Series Single Hung Slider Windows
- Single Hung sliders incorporate spring balances for easy and quiet operation, and to hold the sash open at any height.
- Tri-Fin weatherstripping on operating sash provides superior seal without compromising smooth operation.
- Robust, centre-mounted knife latch lock is easily operated and provides excellent security. Dual locks featured on units of greater height or width.
- Steel reinforcement added to top pull rail in single hung sliders.
- Sliders come with anti-lift sash to provide additional security.
- A wide variety of interior and exterior accessories available.
Glass
For information on glass technology, please see Ply Gem's glass technology page
here.
Performance
| R-Value (centre of glass)
The amount of heat retained by a window; the higher the number, the better the glass |
Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
The amount of solar radiation entering a house and registering as heat gain; the lower the number, the less heat gained |
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| Ultraviolet Transmission
The total ultraviolet rays entering through a window, generally responsible for fading; the lower the number, the better the glass |
Visible Light Transmission
How much visible light enters through the glass; 100% = all the light gets through, 0% = no light gets through |
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DG 1
- Double-glazed
- Single Low E coating
- One argon filled air space
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Classic Series Casement
Window Performance |
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R-Value |
U Factor |
SHGC |
VT |
Canadian ENERGY STAR® Zone 2015 |
| Clear Glass DG 1 |
2.50 |
0.40 |
0.50 |
0.52 |
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| Eco Gain 180 DG 1 |
3.70 |
0.27 |
0.44 |
0.50 |
1, 2 |
| Eco Shield 270 DG 1 |
3.70 |
0.27 |
0.24 |
0.45 |
1 |
| Eco Max Shield 366 DG 1 |
3.75 |
0.26 |
0.18 |
0.41 |
1 |
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Classic Series Awning
Window Performance |
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R-Value |
U Factor |
SHGC |
VT |
Canadian ENERGY STAR® Zone 2015 |
| Clear Glass DG 1 |
2.44 |
0.41 |
0.50 |
0.52 |
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| Eco Gain 180 DG 1 |
3.57 |
0.28 |
0.44 |
0.50 |
1, 2 |
| Eco Shield 270 DG 1 |
3.70 |
0.27 |
0.24 |
0.45 |
1 |
| Eco Max Shield 366 DG 1 |
3.75 |
0.26 |
0.18 |
0.41 |
1 |
R-Value: Restrictive ambient air flow
U Factor: Rate of heat loss
SHGC: Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
VT: Visible Transmittance
All units rated in accordance with NFRC 100/200 standards. Performance values reflect the performance of units tested with the following configuration: 3mm glass, no grilles.
