Schüco Grid2Shell – free-form facade with specially prefabricated node units

Schüco Grid2Shell is a facade solution as a special construction.
It is a self-supporting aluminium-glass construction that can be used as a fully-fledged curtain wall and also as a light roof construction with an all-glass look for specific projects.
The all-glass SG profile solution with three-stage seal structure is connected via specially prefabricated junctions. Additional load-bearing or superstructure steel substructures are a thing of the past.
With the aid of a self-supporting plug-in system, Schüco Grid2Shell is easy to plan and functions according to the plug & play principle.
The high-strength, specially alloyed support profiles are simply connected with specially manufactured node elements without complex welded joints. The use of costly heavy-duty cranes can usually be dispensed with.
Triangular or polygonal grid elements allow individual shapes of the building envelope to be realised. Particularly unique

Special feature

In addition to the components of the Grid2Shell series, Schüco also provides support for static pre-dimensioning.

Planning requires software products such as Rhino or Grasshopper that support parameterised planning.

Data recorded in this way is transmitted via Schüco to the upstream supplier of the nodes. Subsequently, the individual connection nodes are manufactured on the basis of the final project model. Using these digital models ensures fast and secure order processing. During the production of the connection nodes, the node branches are numbered and unmistakably marked so that a plug & play assembly assigned to the support profiles is possible.

Product description, properties and application

SchücoFlam® E is suitable for both internal and external use and in addition to its fire-resisting capability also offers optimal smoke protection properties. In contrast to normal pre-stressed glass, this fire-protecting safety glass has considerably better mechanical and thermal properties for optimal person and property protection in the event of fire.
In the case of a fire, SchücoFlam® E offers a high-class protection against the penetration of fire, smoke and hot toxic gases. In the event of a fire, the glazing remains transparent and intact and allows the people in the building to make a safe exit. The emergency services will become aware of the source of danger rapidly and can start immediately with smoke removal as well as well as firefighting and rescue activities.

Schüco Fabrication Data Centre (Schüco FDC) puts IT in the workshop

The Schüco Fabrication Data Centre puts project- and catalogue information in the workshop digitally. The software includes a special SchüCal/JANIsoft-version and our AKS TechDoc documentation adapted to the fabrication process. The Schüco Fabrication Data Centre screen is operated via touch and makes rapid, efficient fabrication of our aluminium elements certain. Bars coming off the saw can be recognized via the barcode and SchüCal/JANIsoft immediately finds the intended fabrication position. The related documents, e.g. roll plans, are displayed immediately. The metalworker sees all processing procedures in 3-D and easily recognizes all item details. One click lets him reach the correct catalogue page… quite a bit faster than searching through the printed catalogue. The update service has all data at the latest status anytime.

Special feature

The Schüco Fabrication Data Centre lets industrial processors save time and costs in the workshop while additionally ensuring quality.​

Schüco e-opener – motorization of Schüco locks in single-locking systems

Schüco e-openers are positioned opposite the lock latches, holding these securely while remaining hidden.
Schüco e-openers are controlled electronically and can be unlocked at the simple touch of a button. This releases the doors.
Schüco e-openers only impact the lock latch.
The bolt is separate – if the bolt is locked, the door will remain closed and cannot be opened even if the e-opener has been released.
 
Schüco e-opener functions
– Operating current mode
The door is locked without power/electricity. It can be opened once contact has been made.  If there is a power cut, the door will remain locked. Schüco e-openers with working current can be operated using alternating or direct voltage power. Alternating current comes with an audible buzz.
Direct current is silent. Some DC e-openers contain a signal processor that creates a kind of impulse power from the direct current, meaning that the DC e-opener opens almost as reliably as an AC e-opener.
– Static current function
The door is locked when the power is on. Without power, it can be opened. If there is a power cut, the door will remain unlocked.
Schüco e-openers with closed current power can only be operated with direct current.

Special feature

Please always ask about additional Schüco e-opener functions separately and in advance. Special orders are possible.

Schüco DriveTec – Natural window ventilation – completely automatic

Schüco DriveTec System is an innovative building automation solution for both commercial and residential buildings.
The drives are equipped with powerful, vibration-free motors with low noise emission and forces of up to 1,500 N.
Schüco DriveTec drives are suitable for side-hung (turn), bottom-hung (tilt) and roof windows with a vent weight of up to 200 kg, and opening widths of up to 800 mm (roof windows: 1000 mm) and provide high user comfort during daily ventilation.

Special features

Schüco DriveTec is only suitable for use in dry rooms. Relative humidity 5% – 93% non-condensing.

In case of rain or wind force 6 (14m/s – 49km/h – 120Pa) and above, the windows must be closed.

The use of a rain detector (263053) or a wind and rain detector (267732) is therefore strongly recommended.

Schüco AWS 90 AC.SI – Natural window ventilation with sound insulation in limited tilt position

Schüco AWS 90 AC.SI is a window system that is especially suitable for buildings in areas subject to noise pollution.
It is an acoustic window solution that, on the one hand, can be fully opened for ventilation and, on the other hand, when opened in limited tilt position, keeps the noise pollution in the building low.
The airflow when the vent is tilted is ensured with prefabricated cassettes in the upper outer frame. The tilt position is held in the sound-insulating position via opening limiters.
Schüco AWS 90 AC.SI can be fully opened to an opening angle of 180° for short cross-ventilation or cleaning, thanks to the concealed Schüco AvanTec SimplySmart system fitting.
Maintenance is easy and is performed by replacing the filter cassettes with the vent open.

Special features

Sensitive rooms, such as bedrooms, offices and children’s rooms facing the street can be naturally ventilated using this window system, without being bothered by traffic noise.

This window offers direct ventilation with high sound insulation at the same time.

Schüco AvanTec SimplySmart OpenSecure – Burglar-resistance RC2 even with windows in open tilted position

Window with resistance class RC2 provide an important base protection against attempted break-ins with various tools.
Until now certified resistance classes always referred to windows in the closed condition.
For greater security Schüco has developed the Schüco AvanTec SimplySmart OpenSecure fitting.
It is intended for aluminium windows with tilt before turn operation.
The upgraded fitting ensures burglar-resistance in resistance class RC2, while in the closed condition but also in the tilted position, i.e. open. The maximum ventilation cross-section is reached at 175 mm tilt opening width.
In this sector other suppliers only offer solutions with a ventilation gap.
Schüco AvanTec SimplySmart OpenSecure can be combined with all AWS standard and block systems, allowing significant design flexibility. The system is suitable for all residential houses and buildings, including window elements on the ground floor or at easily accessible locations, such as balconies.
Schüco AvanTec SimplySmart OpenSecure is ideal for properties with high security requirements:
– Private houses with addition requirements for child-safe windows
– Residential and office buildings
– Schools / universities
– Kindergartens

Special feature

Schüco AvanTec SimplySmart OpenSecure allows night cooling with RC2 protection.

With the tilt-before-turn mechanism, the window can be moved between closed and tilted whilst being locked at all times.

A key is required to release the turned position for cleaning or maintenance.

Installation can be done without additional tools.

Highly thermally insulated sliding and lift-slide system with barrier-free threshold – For today. For tomorrow. For buildings with a future.

In addition to windows and doors, sliding systems must also meet special requirements in order to be comfortable and easy to use for people with motor impairments or wheelchair users. The focus here is on the transition of the threshold from the inside to the outside.
Threshold heights in Germany, for example, are only permitted up to 2cm, and only if it is technically indispensable. In Austria, the focus is on “rollover capability”.
The second important feature for accessibility lies in the required operating force. – Particularly due to sometimes very high sash weights, alternative operation is crucial. It must be ensured that everyone can easily open and close sliding systems.
The Schüco ASE 60 TipTronic and ASE 80.HI TipTronic sliding systems meet these requirements with the Schüco TipTronic mechatronic fitting. Thanks to the motorized operability, even high vent weights up to 600kg can be moved easily.

Special features

The following sliding systems can be made barrier-free:

Schüco ASE 60

Schüco ASE 80.HI
Schüco ASE 60 TipTronic
Schüco ASE 80.HI TipTronic

Schüco ASE 80.HI (Aluminium Sliding Elements) TipTronic – Sliding systems with profile-integrated mechatronic drive technology

Schüco ASE 80.HI TipTronic is a sliding system with innovative profile-integrated drive and control elements.
All fitting parts are mounted completely concealed.
The Schüco ASE 80.HI TipTronic sliding system offers many different opening variants for planning automatically driven sliding systems. In a sliding or lift- and sliding system Schüco ASE 80.HI TipTronic, depending on the type of element, up to 6 vents can be moved by motor. Each vent has an integrated vent control unit; in the case of a multi-vent system, the individual vents communicate via a concealed main control unit.
The aluminum profiles, in combination with the specially developed drive and control technology, enable large-format constructions with vent weights of up to 600 kg and opening widths of up to 18 m for transparent living spaces.
Integrated sensors ensure safe operation.
Schüco ASE 80.HI TipTronic is suitable exclusively for use in dry rooms.
All components are installed vertically in the vent or outer frame.

Special features

For maximum convenience, we offer different operating options: LED push-button directly on the vent unit or various room push-buttons as well as operation via smartphone using the Schüco app or direct connection to the building management system via Schüco gateways.

Schüco ASE 60 (Aluminium Sliding Elements) TipTronic – Sliding systems with profile-integrated mechatronic drive technology

Schüco ASE 60 TipTronic is a sliding system with innovative profile-integrated drive and control elements.
All fitting parts are mounted completely concealed.
The Schüco ASE 60 TipTronic sliding system offers many different opening variants for planning automatically driven sliding systems. In a sliding or lift- and sliding system Schüco ASE 60 TipTronic, depending on the type of element, up to 6 vents can be moved by motor. Each vent has an integrated vent control unit; in the case of a multi-vent system, the individual vents communicate via a concealed main control unit.
The aluminum profiles, in combination with the specially developed drive and control technology, enable large-format constructions with vent weights of up to 600 kg and opening widths of up to 18 m for transparent living spaces.
Integrated sensors ensure safe operation.
Schüco ASE 60 TipTronic is suitable exclusively for use in dry rooms.
All components are installed vertically in the vent or outer frame.

Special features

For maximum convenience, we offer different operating options: LED push-button directly on the vent unit or various room push-buttons as well as operation via smartphone using the Schüco app or direct connection to the building management system via Schüco gateways.