One of the standout features of wrought iron is its workability. Skilled artisans can manipulate it into stunning shapes and intricate patterns, creating a unique blend of function and artistry. Decorative wrought iron pieces can be customized to reflect a variety of styles, including Gothic, Baroque, or even contemporary designs.

While both iron and steel are heat treated by fire to increase their strength, the formation processes they undergo are different.

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Powder Coating
Powder coating is a safe, dry finishing process that uses finely ground particles of pigment and resin to create a protective finish. We choose to powder coat our steel frames because it is low in toxicity and has low flammability. The powder coating is then evenly melted and cooled into a thin, durable film. Powder coating can maintain its finish for up to 15-20 years, depending on pre-treatment and the type of powder. Its resistance to weather, corrosion, and chemicals makes powder coating a more durable finish than paint or other liquid coatings.

The low weight of aluminium windows, compared to other materials, is a significant advantage. This, in turn, enables them to be installed in virtually any location. They are ideal, for example, for use as roof and façade windows and in modern modular construction. The narrow profiles and properties of aluminium contribute to the windows’ low weight.

Gate construction is a big one to watch out for too.  Unlike a fence panel that is fixed in place and does not move, the gates need to be able to support the weight of the entire leaf as well as any leverage force pressures exerted on them.  This is where a proper gate frame comes into play.  Many companies will simply weld two posts to the end of a fence section and call it a gate.  Functional, but not really all that strong.  You will sometimes see cross-bracing on wider gates as a band-aid to poor construction as well.  The correct way to make a gate is with a fully boxed and welded gate frame like our Stronghold Iron line.  That makes a solid, 3-sided frame that will withstand way more pressure and weight without cracking or deforming.  Here is an image showing the U-frame on one of our gates.

Additionally, aluminum profile windows are also energy-efficient. They can be fitted with double or triple glazing, which helps to reduce heat loss and improve insulation in a building. This can lead to lower energy bills and a more comfortable indoor environment.

Aluminum profiles fall into this category because they primarily perform the function of providing support for buildings. You can come up with virtually any type of building component in your mind and aluminum profiles might have a use for them. Though the material is heavily lacking in hardness, it does measure high in machinability. This allows production facilities to transform aluminum profiles to a great extent. 

Thermal break aluminium profiles are versatile and can be employed in various applications. They are widely used in residential windows and doors, commercial storefronts, curtain walls, and in building facades. Their insulation properties make them particularly beneficial in high-performance buildings that aim for certifications such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).

There are two types of sliding aluminium windows: vertical and horizontal sliding.

Features of aluminum profiles for doors and windows: