Aluminum Sliding Window
Aluminium Sliding Windows are a type of window that utilizes a sliding track system, enabling the sashes to move horizontally. Made with durable aluminium profiles, these windows are known for their space-saving design, simple structure, low cost, and exceptional durability. This combination of features has made aluminium sliding windows one of the most popular choices for modern architectural designs and functional windows.
These windows are widely used in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, particularly in areas where space optimization is crucial. Common applications include balconies, kitchens, living rooms, and bathrooms. With their practicality, durability, and cost-effectiveness, aluminium sliding windows offer a perfect balance between function and aesthetics.
Features
Horizontal Sliding Design: The sashes slide horizontally along the track, eliminating the need for inward or outward opening. This design saves space and is especially suitable for areas with limited interior or exterior space.
Lightweight and Durable: Made with sturdy aluminium profiles, the frames are lightweight, highly durable, and have a long service life, ensuring reliable performance over time.
Flexible Combination Options: Aluminium sliding windows can be customized into single-sash, double-sash, or multi-sash combinations, catering to different space sizes and design requirements.
Smooth and Easy Operation: The sliding mechanism ensures smooth, noise-free operation, making the windows easy to open and close.
Modern and Minimalist Design: The sleek and stylish appearance of aluminium sliding windows complements contemporary architectural aesthetics, offering a clean and modern look.
Low Maintenance: The simple and durable sliding track system requires minimal upkeep. Regular cleaning and occasional lubrication are sufficient to maintain optimal performance for an extended period.
Single-Track Sliding Windows
Single-track sliding windows are equipped with a single sliding rail, allowing only one sash to move horizontally. They provide a smaller opening area, making them a space-saving solution for compact or narrow spaces such as bathrooms or kitchens. This design is simple and functional, ideal for areas where ventilation needs are minimal.
Double-Track Sliding Windows
Double-track sliding windows feature two parallel sliding tracks, enabling both sashes to slide smoothly. This design offers greater flexibility and a larger ventilation area, making it suitable for spaces like bedrooms, living rooms, or offices. With the ability to easily adjust airflow by sliding either sash, double-track windows are a versatile and popular choice.
Three-Track or Multi-Track Sliding Windows
Three-track or multi-track sliding windows are designed for wide openings, featuring multiple tracks that allow several sashes to slide independently. Some designs add an additional track for a built-in mosquito screen, offering enhanced functionality by enabling ventilation while keeping insects out. This type of sliding window is ideal for large balconies, family living areas, or commercial display windows, providing unobstructed views while maintaining practicality.
Thermal Break Aluminium Sliding Windows
Thermal break aluminium sliding windows use specialised aluminium profiles with an insulating layer inserted between the inner and outer frame sections. This design improves energy efficiency and sound insulation, making these windows a great choice for areas with extreme weather conditions. They are widely used in luxury residential homes and modern office buildings where thermal performance and comfort are priorities.
Home Aluminum Sliding Windows
Balcony Windows: Aluminium sliding windows are a popular choice for balcony enclosures due to their excellent ventilation performance. Their space-saving design ensures that the balcony remains functional even when the windows are closed, making them both practical and efficient.
Living Rooms and Bedrooms: Large aluminium sliding windows are ideal for creating expansive views and maximizing natural light, making them perfectly suited for modern homes with large window designs in living rooms and bedrooms. They can enhance the interior ambiance while providing a seamless connection to the outdoors.
Kitchens and Bathrooms: In kitchens and bathrooms, sliding windows offer easy operation and require minimal effort to open or close. They are also effective in preventing water spray, making them a practical addition to these high-moisture environments.
Commercial Aluminum Sliding Windows
Shop Display Windows: Aluminium sliding windows are widely used in retail display windows due to their sleek design and ease of use. These windows enhance the visibility of merchandise while adding a bright, modern, and clean aesthetic to storefronts.
Office Buildings: In office settings, aluminium sliding windows are frequently integrated into glass curtain walls. They provide the benefit of easy ventilation without disrupting the clean and professional appearance of the building’s facade.
Schools and Hospitals: Aluminium sliding windows are a common choice for schools and hospitals due to their cost-effectiveness, durability, and ease of maintenance. These qualities make them a practical and reliable option for facilities requiring frequent cleaning and long-term use.
Major Components of Aluminium Sliding Windows
Window Frame and Sash
- The window frame is crafted from high-quality aluminium alloy profiles, providing durability, lightweight structure, and corrosion resistance.
- The window sash is mounted on sliding tracks and moves freely along the rails, offering effortless operation.
- The aluminium frame can accommodate various types of glazing, including:
- Single Glass: Basic and economical for areas with minimal insulation needs.
- Double-Glazed (Insulated) Glass: Improves thermal insulation and soundproofing.
- Laminated Glass: Enhances safety and sound insulation.
Sliding Track System
- The sliding tracks are integrated into the top and bottom frames, ensuring smooth and seamless sliding motion without obstruction.
- The system often incorporates high-strength rollers, effectively reducing friction and prolonging the operating lifespan of the window.
- Tracks are designed for durability, ensuring long-term performance with minimal maintenance.
Sealing System
- Sealing strips are installed along the edges of the window frame and sash, ensuring a tight seal when the window is closed.
- This system significantly enhances:
- Airtightness: Prevents infiltration of air, ideal for energy efficiency and indoor comfort.
- Water Tightness: Protects against rainwater leakage, even during heavy storms.
- High-quality elastic and weather-resistant materials, like EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) rubber, are commonly used for the seals.
Locking Mechanism
- Aluminium sliding windows are equipped with sturdy aluminium or alloy locks, designed for secure closure and enhanced safety.
- These locks improve anti-theft performance, ensuring the window stays locked and tamper-proof.
- Lock designs vary depending on window size and application, combining practicality with user-friendly operation.
- Aluminium sliding windows are equipped with sturdy aluminium or alloy locks, designed for secure closure and enhanced safety.
Aluminum Sliding Window Common Dimensions
- Width: 600mm to 3000mm
- Height: 600mm to 2000mm
These dimensions are flexible, allowing for customization based on specific architectural needs and space availability.
Sliding Window Aluminum Sections Selection
- Aluminium Frame Thickness: Generally ranges from 1.2mm to 1.8mm, depending on the size and structural requirements of the window.
- Aluminum Alloy Grade:
- The most commonly used alloys are 6063-T5 and 6060-T5, which provide an excellent balance of strength, corrosion resistance, and surface finish.
- For projects requiring specialized properties (e.g., extreme strength or lightweight designs), other grades like 6061 or 6082 can be selected. These are often used in larger-scale or more demanding applications.
- Aluminium profiles are precisely engineered to meet architectural, performance, and design requirements while offering flexibility for customization.
- Anodizing: The surface appears natural and metallic, offering strong resistance to oxidation and corrosion.
- Powder Coating: Available in a wide range of colors (e.g., white, gray, black), with vibrant finishes and strong durability.
- Electrophoretic Coating: Enhances surface resistance to aging, making it more suitable for long-term outdoor use.
- Wood Grain Transfer Printing: Creates a realistic wood texture, adding more decorative options and aesthetic versatility to sliding windows.
Aluminum Sliding Window Performance Indicators
- Airtightness: Effectively prevents wind and dust intrusion, achieving Grade 5~6 airtightness as per national standards.
- Water Tightness: Rated at Grade 5, capable of withstanding up to 400Pa water pressure.
- Wind Pressure Resistance: With a capacity of ≥2000Pa, aluminium sliding windows are suitable for coastal regions and high-rise buildings.
- Sound Insulation: With double-glazed or laminated glass, they reduce noise levels by 30dB~45dB, ensuring a quieter indoor environment.
- Heat Insulation: Utilizes thermal break aluminium profiles combined with double-glazed systems, providing strong insulation to enhance energy efficiency and indoor comfort.
Other Types Window
Awning Window
Sliding Window
Tilt & Trun Window
Folding Window
Hung Window
Casement Window
Custom Window Manufacturing Services
Our Window & Door Division specializes in global customization of high-quality windows, including glass integration. We support a wide range of window types to meet diverse architectural needs:
Available Window Styles
- Sliding Windows
- Casement (Awning/Crank-out) Windows
- Top-Hung & Bottom-Hung Windows
- Tilt & Turn Windows
- Double-Hung & Single-Hung Windows
- Lift & Slide Windows
- Folding Window
- Fixed Windows
Customization Process
Provide Design Details:
- Submit technical drawings or specify frame dimensions (width/height/depth).
- Indicate operational type (e.g., sliding, casement).
Surface Treatment Options:
- Anodizing (silver, bronze, black)
- Powder Coating (RAL/color-matching)
- Wood Grain Transfer
- PVDF Fluorocarbon Coating
Glass Integration:
- Double/triple glazing, tempered, Low-E, laminated, or decorative glass.
Our Factory
Our factory is equipped with 40 extrusion production lines to efficiently manufacture aluminum profile. We have one anodizing and electrophoresis line, along with two vertical spraying machines and two horizontal spraying machines for surface treatment. Additionally, we operate two sandblasting machines and six wood grain transfer printing lines, enabling us to provide various aesthetic finishes. To support our production, we also have furnaces for casting aluminum bars, aging furnaces, annealing furnaces, water cooling treatment equipment, and machining equipment, ensuring comprehensive capabilities for high-quality output.
