Certificates and regulations

Products should be cleaned regularly to maintain their attractive appearance. Clean products look more attractive, last longer and perform better.

Cleaning

The best cleaning method is to use a sponge and clean water. A mild detergent may however be used.

Important

Do not use alkaline detergents! Aluminium profiles and glass can be damaged by alkalis and should therefore never be exposed to them. If, for example, concrete or mortar are splashed on to anodised or painted aluminium profiles and/or glass, it is important to wash the splashes off immediately with clean water and a sponge or cloth.

Do not use detergents or materials such as Scotch-Brite that contain abrasives! These are likely to damage the surface.

Maintenance

Products should be checked and adjusted regularly to ensure good performance and a long life. Keep moving components of fittings and sliding mechanisms lightly lubricated to prevent them from seizing. Make sure that aluminium tracks are clean and lightly lubricated with acid-free white Vaseline on outward-opening, sliding horizontal/vertical reversible windows.
Check screws in fittings to make sure they are tight and that the fittings are correctly positioned. Check facades, windows, doors and roof glazing to make sure that drainage holes are not blocked, that glazing and gasket seals are well sealed at corners, that opening elements are supported by sliding
blocks and that covers are secure.

Galvanic corrosion

Avoid using materials that could initiate galvanic corrosion in aluminium profiles. Avoid using fasteners that could cause galvanic corrosion when installing solar shading, signs, etc.

Read more in our Maintenance brochure: Maintenance Brochure.pdf