

NEW SYSTEMS
Vision 7


- Anti finger trap technology
- Concealed hinge
- Barrier free sill
- Thermal performance 1.1 W/m²K
- Max Size 49” x 118”
- Max Weight – 264 lbs
SlimWall 35

SYSTEM UPGRADES
MasterLine 8
Due to its versatility, Masterline 8 is easily becoming Reynaers flagship window and door system for North America, and all indications are they are going all in on this product as they have recently added “FireProof” solutions to their range. But since these Fire Rated elements are not yet available in North America, I’ll leave my lengthy rant on that innovation for another day.
MasterLine 8-HV Balcony Door

Reynaers Aluminum MasterLine 8-HV Balcony
Key features:- Invisible vent sightline
- Tilt function for natural ventilation + security
- Proper door threshold
- Max Size 55” x 110”
- Max Weight – 264 lbs
SlimLine Functional & Ultra Slim SL-38
Due to its minimalist features, impressive thermal and AWW performances and versatility, Reynaers displays many SL-38 design changes at BAU this year, indicating that this line of product is still top of mind with the product development team.
SlimLine 38-Functional


SlimLine 38 Ultra Slim Terrace Door

SlimLine 38 Ultra Slim Terrace Door
Key features:- Stiletto hinges with Touch handles
- Excellent AWW and thermal performance
- UD thermal capabilities ~1 W/m²K
- Max Size 47” x 110”
- Max Weight – 374 lbs
HiFinity

MasterPatio
Reynaers continues to develop the MasterPatio line as its premier large sliding door offering with the introduction of a “slide only” variant. Key advantages I can see around removing the lift and slide hardware is user comfort, reduced costs, and ease of motorization. Removing the “lift” feature of the door will certainly have a negative impact on performance, but it will also accommodate the use of heavier glass weights, which in turn hopefully encourages the use of more triple glazing.
Soft Close
For those of you that have the same vision I do of a child getting their fingers trapped between a 600lb sliding door and the outer-frame, Reynaers now offers an anti-slam device (think “soft-close” on your cabinets) that will substantially reduce the likelihood of serious injury.
MasterPatio Vertical Slider

CONCLUSION
As lengthy as this article is, it probably only covered half of what Reynaers showcased at BAU this year. As I mentioned at the opening, Reynaers is doing a lot on fire rated systems, including adding automations so natural ventilating elements can still be used in fire separations, and they are making great strides on innovations to their unitized curtain wall system ElementFacade 7, and they have just released “Digitrace”, which is a QR code system that will enable end-users to look up specific details around their windows and doors, several years into the future.
Most importantly, is the fact that Reynaers seems still to be laser focused on building their brand of high-quality fenestration products around sustainability. Nearly all the elements showcased at BAU this year carried with them some type of accreditation toward green building initiatives, and if you ever have the opportunity to visit the Reynaers Campus in Belgium, you will see a stunning example of how Reynaers is using green energy in its own operations to reduce their own environmental footprint.