Passivhaus Windows
High-performance passive house windows are an essential part of the Passive House standard. The requirement for Passive House is that the windows must have a Uw value of not more than 0.8 W/(m²K). Plus it must have options for Solar Gain coatings and shading systems.
Passivhaus Windows by Internorm
Internorm is Europe's leading manufacturer of passive house windows. They are at the forefront of the development of passivhaus technology. Passivhaus windows are not just about heat-loss but also making use of (and managing) the heat from the sun. Using solar glass and advanced shading technology.
Passivhaus Installation by Spectrum
Proper installation is essential when it comes to passive house windows. Spectrum have the right experience and our installation teams are fully trained in passivhaus installations. We ensure that they have regular training at Internorm in Austria as well as by other suppliers such as Siga Tapes. To ensure that their knowledge and experience is always up-to-date.
A. Non-Certified Windows to Passivhaus standard
High performance windows are an essential part of the Passive House standard. The requirement for Passive House is that the windows must have a Uw value of not more than 0.8 W/(m²K), plus there must be options for solar gain and shading.Many Passive House projects do not require certification and the Passive House building standard can be achieved with non-certified components. Most of our Internorm windows and doors can be specified to Passive House standard which includes a Uw value of 0.8 or less. Speak to one of our technical specialists for advice on choosing windows.
B. Certified Passivhaus Windows
For those who require certification for Passive House, there are a number of Internorm windows with Passive House certification. Please enquire for further information.
Internorm Passive House Certified Windows
Passive House Lift & Slide Doors
The Internorm HS330 lift & Slide door can be specified to passive house standard, with U-values down to 0.68 W/m²K.
The HF330 (passive house standard) is aluminium on the outside, with beautiful warm solid wood on the inside.
Please enquire for information about the specification of the HS330 for passive house.
About Passive House
Passive House, also known as Passivhaus, is a building standard designed to reduce energy use. These buildings need very little heating or cooling and may use around 10% of the energy required by a typical home.
High levels of insulation help prevent heat from escaping. Solar glazing also makes use of heat from the sun. Heat from people and electrical appliances can then help keep the building warm.
A controlled ventilation system brings fresh air into the property while retaining heat. It also helps reduce condensation. During warmer months, shading, ventilation and careful design help prevent the building from becoming too hot.
Passive House Installation
Installation of Passive House windows is complex should be installed by experienced, trained Passive House installers. If you choose Spectrum for your Passive House project, you can be secure in the knowledge that your windows will be installed by an experienced Passive House installation team.
Passive House Bifolding Doors
The Solarlux SL97 aluminium/timber bi-folding doors were the first Passivhaus Bifolding Doors and are still recommended. .
Solarlux have also recently launched some slim-profile aluminium bifold doors to Passivhaus standard.
We are a Solarlux Quality Partner as well as a gold Internorm 1st Window Partner.
