When ordering windows, they are guided mainly by their appearance. What is the best hardware for plastic windows, most buyers think quite rarely. And in vain: modern double-glazed windows are much more complicated than the usual “hinges - handle - glass” system. And some of them are high-tech designs.

We can say that these are modern precise mechanisms that ensure the functioning of the plastic windows themselves. Thanks to them, the so-called eyes of the house allow you to safely ventilate the room for children and animals, do not allow winter cold into the apartment, and open or close without difficulty. And in order for everything to work like a clock (Swiss, not Chinese!), You need to choose high-quality fittings - without it, pretty soon you will start to think about why you spent so much money, changing the awl for soap as a result.

Knowledge about the configuration and additional functions will also help you avoid dishonesty of sellers offering goods. It is not uncommon for them to withdraw from the kit some unimportant, according to them, details, without which you lose a certain part of the comfort. And they have the added bonus of selling parts to those who need them.

What is the best fittings for plastic windows, you will have to decide, based not only on the list of proven manufacturers, but also on the tasks that you set for the windows you choose. We will talk about this and some other nuances that facilitate the choice in our today's material.

What must be required

First of all, an unenlightened person in this regard needs to know what must be included in the package, and check the availability of all the details.

• Drive unit, he is the main constipation, there is on all non-deaf, opening valves. The trunnions included in the frame should be from 1 to 4, and 1 is placed only on small (half a meter in height) windows. If you have standard openings, and the seller assures that 1-2 trunnions are enough for them, you are shamelessly deceived.
• Folding scissors- a mechanism that is responsible for the ventilation mode. Only the most irresponsible suppliers can deprive you of this part, but you must make sure that it is available.
• Turn limiter. IN modern windows it is present even in the cheapest models. Its task is to hold the open sash in the extreme position.
• Adjusting screw. Must be available for sure. The view may be different, the main thing is that it be. Over time, under the own weight of the sash, it sags or warps. Such an element, firstly, allows you to adjust its position, and secondly, it reduces the load on the rest of the fittings when the window is open. Due to this, all parts will last you much longer.
• Decorative overlays accessories should also be included. However, if the seller offers you the widest selection of them, this is a reason to be wary. good manufacturer fittings already puts lining in the package with all the spare parts. And - details of only one type. The abundance of design elements (and caps do not perform any other role) serves only to divert your attention, so the package should be checked more vigilantly.

Additional chips

When ordering windows, having studied the offered functions, you can order accessories that will provide you with greater comfort and protection of your interests. Among these we can mention:

• shut-off extension. It is necessary if you have very wide windows (exceed 84 centimeters);
• extra scissors. They are needed if the sash is very long 120 cm or more;
• additional brake, which is placed in the company to the rotation limiter and increases the possibility of opening the sash up to 150 degrees without losing its stability;
• latch, which prevents spontaneous slamming of the window during sudden gusts of wind;
• anti-child lock. If there are kids in the house, it is necessary to put it. It will prohibit the opening of the window wide open, although it will leave the possibility of opening for ventilation. The mechanism is built into the handle and does not affect other functions, as well as the convenience of using it;
• micro-ventilation- the ability to open the sash just a few millimeters. IN winter time allows you to freshen the air in the room without freezing it;
• error blocker. Prevents breakage of the window when the handle is turned incorrectly - does not allow the sash to hang on the scissors and one loop.
• "anti-hacking"- mushroom-shaped trunnions with hooks. Do not allow to squeeze and lift the sash.

Choose a manufacturer

Whatever company makes the entire window - KBE, VEKA, REHAU, LG, SALAMAHDER, BRUSHBOX, PROPLEX - fittings are installed from another manufacturer. Do not be too lazy to ask who it is from, and choose the option that includes spare parts from the following companies.

Roto, Germany. In addition to these Germans, no one else will give you a guarantee for their products, valid for 10 years. In addition, their fittings provide extremely easy locking of windows due to the structural features of the locking tongue.

Maco, Austria. The accessories of this company are especially attractive because they are made hidden, which greatly improves the appearance of both the window itself and the entire room. In addition, if you install anti-hacking from Maco, you will receive 6 degrees of protection - a record in this area that has not yet been beaten by any other company.

Aubi, again a German company. It is notable primarily for the fact that it produces fittings not only for plastic, but also for wooden and aluminum windows. Second distinguishing feature- the possibility of not only high-altitude, but also planar (left - right) regulation.

Siegenia also Germany. The products of this company will be of particular interest to those who have windows of non-standard outlines and designs. In addition, Siegenia fittings are represented by both left-hand and right-hand mechanisms.

The oldest firm Winkhaus, existing for over 150 years. She conquered 40 countries with her fittings. The main advantage of the product is the simplicity and accessibility of its adjustment - the fittings have a roller lifting mechanism. Many may also be interested in tilt-sliding structures from Winkhaus, which, by the way, have opening types for every taste.

And do not settle for cheaper offers from unknown manufacturers. To the question of what is the best fittings for plastic windows, there is only one answer - high-quality. If you are interested in good functioning, and not learning the intricacies of repairs and an assortment of replaceable parts, it is better to invest seriously once, and not in small things - but many times.

The window construction made of plastic includes not only a profile and a double-glazed window, its main component is fittings. Much depends on the quality of this component, which is why quality windows PVC should include high-quality fittings that increase their service life and keep them in perfect condition long time.

The GlavOkna company has long decided on the choice of fittings for its windows. We use the products of the MAKO brand, as we appreciated its quality and capabilities. However, luxury fittings are also produced by other world-famous manufacturers. That is why we will compare the products of the MAKO company and such brands as ROTO, SIEGELENIA.

This will help potential consumers to understand all the intricacies of the selection of accessories and learn about the features of products from various manufacturers. In turn, it is worth noting that MAKO fittings have a number of advantages over their competitors.

Fittings "MAKO" for plastic windows

The advantages of fittings from this manufacturer include:

reversible constipation;

erroneous opening blocker;

microlift;

micro-ventilation mechanism;

function of pressing the lower hinge on the sash;

hidden loops;

tilt-and-turn ventilation mechanism.

However, the main advantage of MAKO fittings is the special coating. Its advantage lies in the specific method of application. Each mechanism is processed in a special way, as a result, three layers of high-quality coating are formed on it. First of all, the fitting steel surface is coated with zinc.

Then chromium plating is applied, which prevents the oxidation of metals. The final layer is a special wax coating. It was developed in the manufacturer's laboratory specifically for the processing of its fittings. This wax has a special molecular structure that allows the moving components of the fittings to slide easily.

This wax coating is much better than varnish, which is usually used by other manufacturers of fittings. As a result, plastic windows are easier to operate and durable. The accessories covered with wax are not subject to corrosion and scratches.

Fittings "ROTO" for PVC windows

The latest fittings ROTO NT is not much inferior to the one used by GlavOkna in its window structures, MAKO. Its merits include special Constructive decisions:

slot ventilator;

reclining blocker;

strikers made of steel;

anti-burglary pins;

handle with lock.

The main advantage of any fittings from "ROTO" is a high level of protection against burglary. They are especially high for ROTO NT fittings. Even the standard equipment will perfectly secure the room. After all, it includes an anti-burglary trunnion mounted on a tilt-and-turn switch.

The trunnion has a mushroom-shaped design. When the PVC windows are in the closed state, it adheres firmly to the striker. This provides high anti-burglary performance of the frame. In addition, windows with such fittings can be equipped with additional security elements, including installing more strikers. Such burglary protection allows you to protect property owners and their property from intruders. This mainly concerns the window sash, the unlocking mechanism of which is most often hacked.

Fittings "SIEGELENIA" for plastic windows

Fittings from this manufacturer should also be classified as luxury. The basic complete set of accessories "SIEGELENIA" can always be completed with a number of additions. Basically, it is divided into basic version and to those who join them additional elements. Standard fittings serve mainly to carry out basic functions e.g. opening/closing window sashes.

Additions are used to ensure that plastic windows have protection against burglary, ventilation, etc. The peculiarity of SIEGELENIA fittings is that it can be mounted on the main materials used for the production of windows (plastic, wood, aluminum). Its main advantage is the ability to supplement already installed windows with plastic fittings. As a result, the window construction acquires new possibilities, if necessary, it can be completely reconfigured.

The main features of this fitting are its additions, allowing to provide:

ease of closing large sizes;

additional locking with a key;

with the help of a mechanical or friction limiter - intermediate tilting and turning;

blocking incorrect opening;

slot ventilation;

For most consumers who purchase translucent structures, the concept of "accessories" is usually associated only with the handles that are installed on them. In fact, euro-window fittings are a complex mechanism consisting of many parts: hinges, clamps, locking and transmission elements, etc., which are not even visible when the sash is not open. This mechanism ensures the convenience of opening and the tightness of the porch, and the handle is only a device that allows you to control this well-functioning device with one movement.

The main locking components are located on the inner end of the sash profile along its perimeter in a special Euro-groove. The dimensions of this groove are standardized for all profile systems. This allows window manufacturers to use almost any selected combination of profile and fitting brands.

Standard euro-fittings provide a combination of swing opening and tilting options. The installation of additional components allows you to significantly expand these functions: slotted and discrete ventilation, an erroneous opening blocker, a microlift to prevent the sash from sagging in the closed position, child locks, etc. There are also elements that increase protection against burglary and penetration into the home.

Hardware manufacturers are constantly working to improve quality. The design and shape of elements and devices are being improved, new materials are being used, various innovative solutions are appearing that give the consumer additional opportunities.

Leading German and Austrian concerns have gained recognition in Russia: Roto, GU, Maco, Siegenia-Aubi, Winkhaus, Hautau, Schuco_Vario_Tec, Geze, Hoppe, but we should not forget about those who are their closest competition - these are: Accado, Internika, Axor, Elementis, Vorne.

Roto is a German company that was the first to use the swing-out mechanism. This was done by the engineer Vilheim Frank, after whom this brand is named (Roto_Frank). The head office is located in Leinfelden. At the end of 2008, a fully localized production facility was built in Russia in the Noginsk district of the Moscow region. Now the company has almost a dozen productions, in different points peace. The main series on the Russian market is ROTO-NT (ROTO-NT) - this is a turn-and-turn piping on the basis of which other systems are based: Patio-S, Patio-Fold, DESIGNO-II, Patio Alversa, E-Tec Drive, Tilt Fist. The previous production went under the name Roto-Centro101. The Roto-Frank warranty is 20,000 cycles within ten years, with timely service.

What is the best window hardware?

This question puzzled every buyer of plastic and wooden windows. Answer: the best fittings- this is the set of mechanisms and devices that is optimal for your opening option, sash weight, hidden or open hinges, tilt-sliding, lifting-sliding and suitable color decoration of handles and overlays on hinges.

If you choose by brand, then the quality versions are:

-Roto-NT(soft reliable)

- Siegenia-Aubi favorit(harsh but reliable)

- Siegenia-Aubi titan-AF(More modern and softer than the favorite)

- Winkhaus Autopilot(easy to adjust, decent)

- Winkhaus Activpilot (a good option for anti-burglary windows, does not require major changes in the configuration)

- GU (Gretsch-Unitas) uni-jet(not a bad option, but not convenient adjustment with “asterisks”)

- VarioTec(expensive, made of composite material, its feature is black color, whimsical when sand gets into the fitting groove)

Rehau handles

Rehau fittings, such fittings do not exist, only a handle with a logo, and then it is manufactured by Hoope. Hoppe is the main manufacturer of push fittings and window handles. He manufactures for: "ROTO", Schuco, etc.

Roto swing handles

Roto line handles

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Hoppe handles

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IN complex system there is nothing "minor". Underestimating seemingly minor things can have the most serious consequences. So, poor-quality fittings can deprive a person of the very opportunity to open plastic windows, and in this case, their tightness from good quality turns into negative.

How to determine a really high-quality product that is not afraid of temperature changes, mechanical damage, or any other harmful effects? To find out the consumer properties of the product, you should pay attention to its details: scissor bracket, sash lifting device, slamming safety device, reinforced hinges, clamps, compensator tilt-and-turn mechanisms, rotation limiters, hinges for sashes and frames.

Especially for readers of the portal site, we have prepared a list of the most attractive manufacturers of window fittings.

Five the best manufacturers window fittings

"G-U" is the first company on our list. It has existed for more than a century (since 1907), a unique production was established already in the late 40s. On the Russian market It is represented primarily by fittings for wooden, plastic and aluminum windows. In the production process, an advanced, improved type of steel is used, which guarantees reliable operation and, in many respects, protection against hacking.

“Maco" is the second company on our list. It produces fittings for sliding and tilt-and-turn door opening. The company produces high-tech products. For example, a built-in blocker for erroneous opening of doors or “hidden” parts in the insides of fittings are reliable guarantors of the quality and reliability of the product. There are anti-burglary models with which you can protect your home from unwanted penetration.

"Aubi" - our third number. The company has existed since 1873. The company has earned many awards, repeatedly proved the compliance of its products with the highest quality standards. For example, it is very difficult to obtain a DIN EN ISO 9001 guarantor. But the manufacturer was able to do this, thus proving that the produced window fittings really High Quality. The company has gained a significant share in the European market (more than 30%). This was done thanks to the high anti-burglary qualities of the products. The deepest trust in the company on the part of consumers is a natural companion of Aubi.

Roto - the fourth item on our list. Production facilities are located in Europe (both east and west), the USA and China. Flat locking tongues were the main successful solution for sales of Roto window fittings. The design allows you to close the window with little effort, which is equally dispersed over the entire touch area. Such an engineering solution extends the service life of all fittings as a whole and its parts separately. The hinges have a variation in movement in 3 planes - the factor affects the exposure of the leaves and the adjustment of the pressure. The products are covered by a ten-year warranty.

“Winkhaus” is the fifth item. This German manufacturer appeared in 1935. The main reasons for pride are included in the following list:

1. Patented element allows you to open the top flap by 2-3mm.;
2. The innovative series "AutoPilot" contains hardware components that enable manual and partial automatic installation of window hardware;
3. Eccentric roller, with which you can adjust the sash clamp along the perimeter without the use of additional tools;
4. A component for the implementation of a multi-stage inclination of the sash during ventilation.

All the companies listed above meet the highest global requirements. You can buy plastic window fittings from Panorama-Plus using our portal!

What plastic windows are better to choose?

Choosing a plastic window is a very responsible step. The warmth and comfort of housing depends on how correctly you can choose it. The main requirements for window construction are as follows:

• low thermal conductivity. In this case, the window reliably protects the room from the cold in winter and from the heat in summer;
• good soundproofing. This is especially important if the house or apartment is located in a noisy area;
• good tightness. A high-quality plastic window, being tightly closed, has no gaps through which air passes.

Beware of seasoners or ways to deceive the buyer.

In the course of our many years of work, we often encounter appeals from desperate people who want to repair or reinstall poorly installed windows. When clarifying why the client does not want to contact the company that installed this window (after all, there must be guarantees for the product, for installation!), We hear sad or angry:

"Where can you find them now?"

We respect and value our clients, so we want to warn you against the mistake of applying to one-day firms, which may lead to a large number of tormented nerves, a series of endless repairs and, as a result, large expenses.

Such firms are becoming more and more common in a crisis - after working for several months and collecting money from customers, they disappear in an unknown direction, not caring about fulfilling their obligations.

Now we will try to figure it out

how the consumer can figure out from the set of firms presented those that represent a potential danger.

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What are the principles for choosing fittings for plastic windows?

Our analysis will be based on the following assumptions:

1. In reality, the fittings of the most prestigious and reputable brands differ in cost from the fittings of the "second tier" brands (Turkish, Chinese with German brand names, etc.) by 300-400 rubles. This is the cost of that bottle of vodka, which you will have to give every six months to the master so that he “corrects” your windows.

Moreover, this difference is constantly decreasing. The cost of labor in Asian countries is growing, in terms of energy consumption and hardware and administrative costs, they are already ahead of the West.

Output: Saving money on accessories is stupid. As the British say, "... we are not rich enough to buy cheap things." We put the price criterion in the last place in importance.

Window hardware production line in Turkey

2. You should be at least a little familiar with the production culture of certain firms. It is no secret that many Western companies in the 90s, in pursuit of profit, began to move their production to other countries, incl. to Russia.

Despite the assurances that the branches will be certified at the parent enterprises, and that Western specialists will control the technical processes, this is hard to believe.

Please note: fittings of well-known brands that reach the domestic consumer are, in fact, produced in domestic penates, and the quality is even worse than Turkish or Chinese products. Moreover, according to documents, by price or by appearance, it is quite difficult to distinguish it from those produced in Germany or Austria. The difference is revealed later, at the operational stage.

Output: you need to buy accessories from those manufacturers about which it is known for certain that they did not take their production to other countries. Or at least those who were really able to establish quality control of their products in Russia, China, etc.

3. It would be naive to assume that fittings from leading German and Austrian manufacturers differ greatly in quality from each other. It cannot be that two enterprises operate in neighboring cities, sell their products on the same market and at the same time would not exchange experience or copy what a competitor offers.

Output: the choice of the consumer can be influenced only by the nuances due to the traditions of the fittings manufacturer, its experience in a particular market, and other seemingly minor points.

The basis is a full range of functions expected from a tilt-and-turn window, excellent appearance, durability, ease of adjustment and operation - this is inherent in the products of all leading manufacturers.

These are the nuances we will pay attention to.

Accessories for Rublyovka

Accessories of German production Siegenia-Aubi

The Russian high-end shopper rarely lives in apartment building. Usually in a cottage. For arranging windows in a prestigious house, experts recommend.

The main argument: the high flexibility of this system: it can equip the window itself complex shape: triangular, oval, etc. It's no secret that cottages are often built according to individual and sometimes very bizarre projects.

Other advantages of this fitting: it is produced exclusively in Germany; its quality is impeccable. It is durable, although it requires service (lubrication) about once every six months. But, I think, for the owner of the cottage this is not a problem.

Many parts for the left and right wings are interchangeable - it will be more difficult for installers to blame their problems on the fact that “there is no such thing in the warehouse now, we will come and change it later, but for now we will put this one in.” Yes, and scheduled repairs will be painless.

Siegenia-Aubi fittings are perfect for luxury developments

For those who are worried about security, Siegenia-Aubi is among the most difficult to crack fittings: its "defensive" elements can withstand a record load of 1.5 tons (usually this figure does not exceed 600 kg).

And for those who are afraid of drafts, we can report that the design has seven points of pressing the sash to the frame instead of five standard ones.

In terms of price, Siegenia-Aubi is in the highest segment, but, let's just say, this is not the most expensive fittings on the Russian market. There are also more expensive ones, and in domestic penates, quality and price exist, as it were, in different dimensions, without touching each other.

Summary: Siegenia-Aubi - No. 1 for a wealthy Russian who wants to equip the windows of his cottage with good fittings.

For the normal elite

Austrian fittings MACO INVISIBLE

But after all, our wealthy compatriot spends the second half of his day in his prestigious office. Yes, and he can live not in a cottage, but in an elite high-rise building - a settlement, as they now say.

Far from detracting from the merits of Siegenia-Aubi, for such options (prestigious office, settlement), experts often recommend.

Cause: big set different kind options that will ensure a comfortable stay in a room with windows equipped with such fittings.

Its advantages:

• Easy close function
• Up to six levels of anti-burglary protection
• Finishing wax coating of parts providing increased anti-corrosion resistance
• Presentable appearance
• All kinds of limiters, fuses from hitting the jamb, micro-lifting of the sash when closing, multi-position structures for ventilation

Experts point out only one major drawback of MACO fittings: some difficulty in self-adjustment compared to German models. But, obviously, the durability of equipment is more important for the office than if everyone who is not too lazy will, on any occasion, climb to “debug” a complex and very sensitive design to inept interference.

All MACO fittings are produced at two factories in Austria.

Summary: accessories MACO - №1 for office space, prestigious multi-apartment housing. In terms of price characteristics, it occupies one of the first lines. But she's worth it!

For the middle class

Accessories Winkhaus - German brand

What should a middle-class city dweller, let's say, a skilled worker with a good salary, a small entrepreneur, a manager who is valued at work, an official, do if he wants to put a window with reliable, but not too expensive fittings in his apartment?

Answer: . The oldest fittings company produces products for every taste and budget - from very prestigious to quite budget. In her favor is the fact that, according to expert opinion, she is the only one who was able to establish production in Russia, but according to German standards.

There are modifications Winkhaus proPilot, which are cheaper than Turkish models, but higher in quality and functionality. When analyzing the market, we found enterprises that are ready to supply Winkhaus fittings in bulk for 600 rubles. It is clear that these are some basic configurations with minimum set options, but it is one and a half times cheaper than Turkish fittings!

Not to mention durability. There is evidence of people who have operated Winkhaus for ten years without service. And would have used longer if the window hadn't broken.

Perhaps Winkhaus is inferior to Siegenia-Aubi in terms of elasticity and MACO in terms of softness, number of options. But to put a plastic window and forget about it for 10 years - in domestic conditions it means a lot!

Summary: WinkHaus - No. 1 for a person with average capabilities. Moreover, if these opportunities increase, then a person will simply have to switch from one Winkhaus model to another: from proPilot to autoPilot, and then, as cutting-edge ActivPilot modifications are introduced to the domestic market, you can safely switch to them.

From a marketing point of view, full coverage of the entire price range is the most important advantage of Winkhaus, making it the No. 1 brand on the Russian market. He builds a consumer pipeline; scores goals in all gates.

For those who don't have to choose

Turkish hardware Kale

But after all, not everyone in Russia enjoys the right to choose.

What happens if, for example, the authorities big city decide to resettle pensioners from the depressed central district somewhere on the outskirts, and open shopping and entertainment complexes in the center? And he passes the order for the construction of a new microdistrict “for grandmothers and grandchildren” to some Turkish construction company? And she, in turn, orders accessories to someone who is closer, who is related?

In most cases, it turns out to be “closer and dearer”. Or simply Kale, as it is already called in its own way in the expanses of 1/6 of the land. Its accessories are simple and reliable. Cheap. It is easy to mount. And it's done fairly well. It may not have a multi-position micro-ventilation option, but it will not seep out of it like a pipe on blizzard February evenings.

Summary: Kale is #1 for those who don't have to choose. It goes not only to new buildings. Currently, it captures the widest market, cooperating with many profile production and installation companies throughout Russia.

And don't be afraid of it! If you are a modest Soviet pensioner and are not afraid that a diamond necklace with pearl pendants will be taken from your house, then you do not need accessories with six degrees of protection. And Kale has everything else!

Market outsiders

Fittings ROTO - for the domestic consumer produced in Russia

Obviously, famous company overdid it by opening, in the pursuit of profitability, a dozen plants in all parts of the world. Including China and Russia. And failing to establish control over the quality of products manufactured in the branches.

As a result, it is impossible to buy a real ROTO in the Russian Federation, and there are such reviews about Chinese and domestic crafts that it is embarrassing to even remember.

In addition, when the author of these lines tried to find out the price of the company's products, the manager who remained unknown named the amount 1.5 times higher than the cost of purebred German Siegenia. Perhaps many copywriters suffer from excessive suspiciousness, but, nevertheless, it seems that this is not quite the case. This is more like the case when they try to hold the consumer for a sucker.

"Cadres decide everything!" - used to say grandfather Stalin. And he was right. One such response from one such manager can cost the company a place in the market.