Gas Strut Window

The ActivWall Gas Strut Window is available in the following systems:

• Aluminum AL62-GS

  At the heart of every ActivWall aluminum system is a thermally broken frame component designed for strength, durability and product flexibility. This component has been carefully designed to enable ActivWall products to do things that other systems simply cannot do. 

• Wood-Clad AW66-GS
  Our wood-clad aluminum system offers the warmth and beauty of wood on the interior with the strength and low maintenance of thermally-broken aluminum on the exterior. By combining various wood species on the inside with a variety of aluminum finishes on the outside, design possibilities are virtually limitless. The modified aluminum profile accepts a snap-in wood component that can be painted or stained according to the customer’s preference.
  
  

Details:

• We build to your rough opening: Min. Size: 3′ W x 3′ H. |  Max Size: 8.5′ W x 5′ H
• For Commercial or Residential Use
• For Interior or Exterior Applications
• Covered by a 10-Year Residential Warranty or 2-Year Commercial Warranty

ActivWall Gas Strut Windows are designed with the following features:

• Thermally Broken Aluminum Frame
• Insulated Low E Glass
• Durable Seals for Energy Efficiency
• Commercial Grade Gas Struts
• Secure Locking Mechanisms

Six sill options are available for ActivWall Gas Strut Windows. Use the guide below to select the best sill for your project. 

Choose an anodized or powder coat finish for aluminum units to customize your Gas Strut Window. For most applications, powder coatings offer a cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and durable finish that will last for years. Our portfolio of color choices will meet most customer needs, and anodized finishes are also available when needed.

• Classic White is durable and matches many standard architectural and design elements.
• Satin Black has some sheen (RGB Values = 16,21,12).
• Dark Bronze matches many architectural and design elements.
• Black Anodized has minimal gloss (RGB Values = 23,22,17).
• Clear Anodized offers a polished industrial finish.

Additional custom powder coat options are available by request, along with dual-tone finishes.

We also offer an optional Coastal Finish. This consists of a corrosion-protective primer as a base coat and an opaque weather-resistant topcoat. It is used to achieve excellent corrosion resistance in harsh environments and is recommended for anyone near salt or pool water due to the harsh qualities of the air.

By nature, wood is an excellent insulator, so it can be highly energy-efficient when combined with other materials like insulated glass. It has inherent attributes, including grain, color, and knots variations. When making wood selections, these natural characteristics should be carefully considered, and whether you prefer wood with more or less “character.”

Wood density varies widely by species, which should be considered depending upon their end-use. Questions to consider include: whether the wood is being used for interior or exterior applications and whether it will be painted, stained, or remain in a more natural state. With the right wood species and product design, wood can be excellent for interior and exterior applications.

Standard Species

Premium Species
A variety of specialty wood species are available upon request. Contact us to discuss quarter-sawn, rift, or character options for your unique project.

Most homeowners will want to find a reputable contractor or handyman with some experience installing windows to install their ActivWall Gas Strut Window. Three people are recommended for the process, and installation instructions are provided with every window as well as phone support from ActivWall.

• Are screens available?
  • Yes, there are. We do not manufacture any screens ourselves, but we can recommend a custom screen company that can help you. For Gas Strut windows, customers often get screens that roll up and down, or screens that are removable and can snap into the opening.
    
    
• How much do they cost?
  • Every single product we make is fully customized to meet our customers’ needs. Because of this, product costs are dependent on many variables, such as product finish, glass type, unit size, and shipping. Prices typically start at $3,500 (before shipping and installation). Contact us to request a quote for your unique space.
    
    
• How do I measure for my Gas Strut Window? 
  • The width of the “opening” is the measurement used – from stud to stud. For the height, the measurement begins at the header and runs to the bottom of the sill channel (or the countertop if no sill is chosen). If there is currently another window in place, the inside measurements of the current window frame (not the glass) will typically work, although be sure to speak to your ActivWall sales person about this – images of the opening may be needed to determine the correct measurements.