Profile Design
- Sleek, flat frame design providing a clean and contemporary architectural appearance.
- Main frame width: 47 mm .
- Wider frame option: 55 mm .
- The wider configuration provides enhanced visual presence and structural stability.
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HINGED COLD SYSTEM
W50 / W50 Plus
Greater Strength. Expanded Possibilities. Structural Performance.
Building on the proven philosophy of the W40 platform , the Fineastra W50 and W50 Plus Systems provide enhanced structural capabilities while preserving design flexibility and fabrication efficiency.
Developed for projects requiring larger openings, increased durability, and greater design freedom, W50 offers a comprehensive range of typologies suitable for residential, commercial, and public buildings. The Plus version introduces increased wall thickness and additional robustness for more demanding applications.
With elegant aesthetics, versatile opening solutions, and extensive finishing possibilities, W50 combines engineering reliability with architectural freedom.
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APPLICATION
Typical Applications
W50 / W50 Plus is developed for architectural applications requiring structural strength, versatile opening solutions, and efficient fabrication without thermal insulation as a primary requirement.
- High-traffic entrances
- External entrance doors
- Residential buildings
- Commercial projects
- Public buildings
- Office partitions
- Internal and external doors
- Non-insulated architectural structures
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Architectural Context
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
W50 / W50 Plus Hinged Cold System
The W50 / W50 PLUS Hinged Cold System is a technically advanced aluminium system designed for applications where structural performance, durability, functionality, and architectural flexibility are more important than thermal insulation.
Its sleek flat frame design provides a clean architectural appearance while the system architecture enables reliable solutions for both internal and external applications.
W50 and W50 PLUS utilize Fineastra's common corner philosophy, incorporating spring corner joints and crimping profile technology to achieve precision, modularity, and structural strength.
The W50 PLUS version introduces increased wall thickness for applications requiring enhanced static performance, making it particularly suitable for external entrance doors and other demanding environments.
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical Details
Profile dimensions, glazing capacity, structural configuration, and system characteristics of the W50 / W50 Plus hinged cold system.
| System | Frame | Sash | Max Glazing | Finishes |
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| W50 Standard | W: 45,5 – 55 mm H: 37,4 – 102,4 mm | W: 45,5 – 55 mm H: 29,8 – 110 mm | 12 - 34 mm | Powder / Anodized / Wood |
| W50 PLUS Enhanced | W: 45,5 – 55 mm H: 37,4 – 102,4 mm | W: 45,5 – 55 mm H: 29,8 – 110 mm | 12 - 34 mm | Powder / Anodized / Wood |
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PERFORMANCE
Performance Characteristics
| Characteristic | Classification / Value | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Air permeability | Up to class 4 | EN 1026 / EN 12207 |
| Watertightness | Up to class 9A | EN 1027 / EN 12208 |
| Resistance to wind load | Up to class C4 | EN 12211 / EN 12210 |
SYSTEM FEATURES
Key Features & Specifications
A structurally capable cold aluminium system designed around architectural flexibility, fabrication efficiency, modularity, and long-term durability.
Cold System Configuration
- W50 / W50 PLUS is a cold aluminium system without a thermal break.
- Designed for applications where thermal insulation is not the primary system requirement.
- Particularly suitable for internal partitions, internal doors, and selected external applications.
Wall Thickness Options
- W50 provides an efficient configuration for standard applications.
- W50 PLUS incorporates increased wall thickness for enhanced structural stability.
- The Plus configuration is particularly suitable for external entrance doors.
- Increased robustness is achieved without compromising the system's architectural appearance.
Glass Compatibility
- Accommodates glass thicknesses from 4 mm to 34 mm .
- Provides flexibility for different glazing requirements.
- Suitable for both functional and architectural glazing applications.
Corner Technology
- Utilizes Fineastra's common corner philosophy.
- Incorporates the same spring corner joints used with the W40 system.
- Crimping profile technology supports precision and structural strength.
- Common corner solutions contribute to fabrication consistency across the Fineastra product family.
System Integration
- Common profiles and OP Codes enable seamless integration with other Fineastra systems.
- Shared components help simplify inventory management.
- Modular architecture supports flexible system combinations.
- Common components contribute to streamlined manufacturing workflows.
Surface Finishes
- Powder coating available in any RAL colour .
- Anodized finishes for contemporary architectural applications.
- Woodgrain patterns for projects requiring a warmer visual expression.
- Extensive finishing options allow architects to customize the system according to the project concept.
Sealing Excellence
- Advanced EPDM gasket solutions.
- High-performance TPE gasket options.
- Designed for reliable weatherproofing and long-term durability.
- Suitable for demanding internal and external architectural applications.
Modularity & Efficiency
- Shared OP Codes simplify component identification and inventory management.
- Common profiles support integration with other Fineastra systems.
- Shared components help streamline manufacturing workflows.
- Modular system architecture helps reduce complexity and optimize production efficiency.
SYSTEM FLEXIBILITY
Built for Internal & External Applications
W50 / W50 PLUS provides a flexible cold-system platform for architectural applications where structural capability, durability, and design freedom are key requirements.
Internal Applications
W50 / W50 PLUS is suitable for office partitions, internal doors, and other non-insulated interior structures where a clean architectural appearance and reliable construction are required.
External Applications
The system can also be applied to selected external structures where thermal insulation is not a primary requirement.
W50 PLUS Entrance Doors
W50 PLUS is particularly suited to external entrance doors thanks to its increased wall thickness and enhanced static performance.
Demanding Environments
The enhanced structural configuration of W50 PLUS supports reliable use in entrance spaces and other applications requiring increased durability and dependable performance.
Combination with Other Systems
W50 / W50 PLUS can be combined with other Fineastra systems such as BH Veranda and SW28 Minimal Sliding System to create coordinated solutions for balconies, terraces, verandas, and related architectural spaces.
ARCHITECTURAL FREEDOM
Designed Around Your Architecture
W50 / W50 PLUS combines a refined flat frame design with a broad selection of architectural surface finishes. This allows the system to adapt to different design concepts while maintaining its structural and functional character.
Powder Coating Any RAL colour
Anodizing Architectural surface finish
Woodgrain Natural architectural appearance
Flexible Glazing 4 – 34 mm
FINEASTRA W50 / W50 PLUS
Greater Strength. Expanded Possibilities.
The W50 / W50 PLUS Hinged Cold System represents Fineastra's approach to creating structurally capable and architecturally flexible aluminium systems for applications where thermal insulation is not the primary requirement.
With its sleek flat frame design, flexible glazing capacity, common corner philosophy, spring corner joints, crimping profile technology, and modular OP Code structure, the system provides a reliable foundation for efficient fabrication and high-quality architectural applications.
The W50 PLUS configuration extends the platform with increased wall thickness and enhanced structural performance, making it particularly suitable for external entrance doors and more demanding applications.
From internal office partitions and doors to high-traffic entrances, residential buildings, commercial projects, and coordinated veranda and terrace solutions, W50 / W50 PLUS delivers the balance of strength, flexibility, fabrication efficiency, and architectural freedom expected from FINEASTRA .