LouvreShield

Introduction
LouvreShield is designed to suite with Kawneer’s AA®720 and AA®543 Open-In Windows. It offers a simple and aesthetic solution for providing both ventilation and fall protection and is ideally suited for domestic, residential (including student accommodation), retail and commercial applications.

It is surface mounted onto the outer frame of the window and allows free air movement into the room when the windows are operated in either the tilt or turn modes. Additionally, the louvre can function as a safety barrier when the windows are operated in the turn mode and if conditions dictate that fall protection is required.

Two blade options are available to suit specific building requirements and increase the aesthetics of the facade.

LouvreShield is a totally self-contained solution that completely eliminates the need for additional sub-contractor work and does not interface with any other element of the building structure.

LouvreShield has been fully tested in accordance with BS 6180 (Barrier Loading) to 1.5 kN/m Line Load and with BS EN 13049 (Impact Resistance) achieving Class 5.

Product Features and Benefits

• Suites with the AA®720 and AA®543 Open-In Windows
• Louvre spacing to meet specific free area requirements
• Fall protection
• Two blade options available for increased aesthetics of the façade
• A wide range of polyester powder paint finishes with up to 30 years guarantee and a range of anodised finishes with up to 25 years guarantee
• Glazing systems and Louvres from one manufacturer, offering design flexibility and total project solutions

Performance

LouvreShield, installed to Kawneer specifications,

has been tested and certified in accordance with:

BS 6180 Line Load and Point Load

• Line Load: 1.5 kN/m
• Point Load: 1.5 kN

BS EN 13049 Impact Testing

• Impact Test: Class 5 (drop height 950mm)

Construction

LouvreShield consists of a cleated and pinned perimeter frame. The louvre blades are screw splined for mechanical fixing to the perimeter frame. Clip covers are used to conceal all  fixings. LouvreShield assembly is screw fixed to the window outer frame.

Project Assistance

For advice and support and to ensure you find the best solution for your individual project needs, please contact our Architectural Services Team.