You purchase new windows and hope they will last for many years. That's what modern building materials offer. Many of these frames, however, tend to warp or sag with just a couple of summers of use. The outside of the plastic shell looks great. It is impervious to the climate and stops the rain. However, plastic is not strong enough to withstand the structural forces of a large glass pane. It is pliable when pressure is applied.

This is where uPVC steel reinforcement comes into use. It's the under-the-hood core of a solid window system. If it is not there, then your frames are only ticking clocks waiting for disaster.

This is a common issue when building commercial and residential properties. As a result, people try to save money by not installing the metal inserts. They replaced the whole window a couple of years later. Here are the facts about uPVC window reinforcement, and why it can be done right the first time.

Why reinforcement is vital for uPVC windows

A main drawback of unreinforced plastic frames is their lack of reinforcement. They will increase and decrease in size when heated and cooled. The dark frame will let the summer sun soften the plastic.

That weak structure is under a lot of pressure when holding a heavy double-glazed glass unit. As time passes, the lower outline droops. The sashes do not close correctly. Locks do not line up.

The solution is to insert metal into the voids of the plastic profile. This uPVC steel reinforcement prevents the plastic from bending. It maintains the rigidity of the entire structure.

Wind load is a critical issue as well. The wind is blowing strongly against the window. Wind can literally blow the window in if the frames are not supported with uPVC window reinforcement.

The steel does that. Transfers the force to the brickwork around the weak plastic. It helps to protect buildings and windows.

Types of uPVC window reinforcement

Metal inserts can vary. It's not as if you can simply drop a hunk of metal in a frame and be done with it. The steel should be exactly the same shape inside the plastic.

In the industry, three common shapes are found.

The first is the U channel. It is a steel-framed structure with open sides that can be installed into standard window frames. It provides a fair level of firmness for typical residential windows.

The second is the box section. It is a completely covered steel tube. It has significantly improved structural strength. We employ this variety of uPVC steel reinforcement on big doors or commercial window expanses.

The third type is custom profiles. A complex internal geometry may be found in some window systems. The uPVC window reinforcement will need to be rolled and folded to fit those inner walls.

If the steel is too light, then it rattles. Does not hold up the plastic walls. If too large, it will break the plastic when pushing it in. Fit is everything.

The role of GB Enterprises in providing quality reinforcement

Most projects come to a halt when it comes time to select the steel inserts. You must have a supplier that understands the specific tolerances of modern window systems.

At GB Enterprises, we produce uPVC steel reinforcement that fits. The measurements are NOT estimated! The steel is rolled to the exact profile system specifications.

Many suppliers use cheap, thin steel to save pennies. They are providing metal that rusts prior to entering the plastic's system. We don't do that.

All GB Enterprises uPVC window reinforcement products are manufactured with high-quality galvanized steel. Galvanization is the process of putting a zinc coating on the steel. This prevents rust from developing inside window frames even in "warm and humid" coastal regions.

We supply steel cut-to-length or in-stock bars. What is it you need to get your fabrication floor moving? We deal with the supply chain, you do the good windows.

 

High-quality steel in uPVC frames offers a number of advantages. There are several advantages to using high-quality steel in uPVC frames.

You will be assured of better quality when reinforced with high-quality uPVC steel reinforcement. It stops callbacks. If you install a window with reinforcement, you can be sure that you are not going to have to return in two years to repair a window that has become saggy.

It also significantly enhances the security level. The uPVC steel reinforcement is designed to be inserted and secured by window locks and hinges. This ensures that thieves can't just pull the hardware apart from the soft plastic. The screws are tightly secured in the steel.

The longest benefit is longevity. A correctly reinforced window will have a long life, and the unreinforced window will not last long. Aluminum suffers from tiny cracks and fractures over time that lead to failure, but the steel doesn't.

When it comes to uPVC window reinforcement, it is a cost-effective solution that resolves warranty issues. This is the low-cost insurance that you can obtain for your window fabrication business.

Stop guessing with your window frames

Your windows can only stand as strong as the metal that is behind them. Not installing the steel is a sure way to ensure a poor installation job.

For products that last, you must have reliable uPVC steel reinforcement. It ensures the frames remain in line, the locks are tight, and the customers are pleased.

Purchase steel from a supplier that is familiar with the industry. At GB Enterprises, we have all the uPVC window reinforcement profiles you could possibly require to finish the task.

Call our staff today and speak with them about your profile needs. We will clear your problem with supplies and make your production line run smoothly.