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Aluminium shutters

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about aluminium shutters

Product • By SUNSHIELD • Exterior facade louvers

Exterior facade louvers

With exterior facade louvers, external slats on the facade, you have control over incoming daylight and influence on the heating by the sun. There are also plenty of possibilities to beautify the exterior of the building. For example, by choosing aluminum or wood in combination with one of the many treatment options. Caption Daylight management With horizontal slats you can very precisely dose how much daylight you allow. If you open the louvers completely, the light incidence is maximum. We humans prefer to live and work in daylight, we are in a better mood and more energetic then. During the day, the blades are usually opened completely. If the sun is too bright, you suffer from reflection on screens or you want privacy, then you... More

News • News • 2 Feb 2021

Whitewashed Mediterranean villas merge contemporary elements with the island’s vernacular architecture

On Menorca Island, Spain, Ses Menoquines comprises four summer villas looking outward to the Mediterranean Sea. Designed by NOMO studio, the houses are rotated outward to maximize sea views and ensure privacy. In response to the traditional vernacular architecture of the island, the villas have whitewashed walls and pitched roofs alongside more modern elements such as large glazed openings and integrated furniture. NOMO studio Measuring only 111 sqm in area, each villa contains 4 bedrooms and three bathrooms. Living areas are oriented towards sea views as well as views of the plot’s central swimming pool. NOMO studio Each of the houses includes a 46 sqm outdoor space, protected with perforated walls and covered with a doub... More

Product • By heroal • heroal GKSE

heroal GKSE

Whereas the panels with their robust thickness are made from a high-quality aluminium alloy, the panel caps are made from powder-coated die cast aluminium. Refined with the high-quality heroal surface coatings, the panels and panel caps can be combined to offer extremely durable GKSE box systems. They are perfectly suited for surface-mounted boxes, also for doors which can be equipped with standard roller shutter profiles. If required, the front panel can be removed completely, providing for a large inspection opening. More

Product • By heroal • heroal FMS 45°

heroal FMS 45°

The extruded panel system heroal FMS 45° offers extremely high protection against burglaries and meets the requirements for security roller shutters rated resistance class RC 2 and RC 3 according to German industry standard DIN EN 162. This is achieved by 3 mm thick walls, a special security lock that can only be opened with a special key, and panel caps made from robust steel, to name but a few features. If required, the front panel can be removed completely, providing for a large inspection opening. More

Product • By heroal • heroal FMR Q

heroal FMR Q

The quarter round, roll-formed panel heroal FMR Q is the perfect surface-mounted variant for deep window reveals: At the top, it is flush with the lintel - an elegant box solution with a subtle look. If required, the front panel can be removed completely, providing for a large inspection opening. More

Product • By heroal • heroal FMR HC

heroal FMR HC

As a surface-mounted element, the roll-formed rounded panel heroal FMR HC made form high-quality aluminium alloys can be harmoniously integrated into the look of the facade, or, in a striking colour, set unique accentuations. Clip-on, rounded attachment profiles for the guide rails emphasise the rounded design even more. Walls made from high-quality aluminium alloys, and the use of the special heroal connection technology, provide for stability. If required, the front panel can be removed completely, providing for a large inspection opening. More

Product • By heroal • heroal FMR 90°

heroal FMR 90°

The square roll-formed surface-mounted box heroal FMR 90° stands out for its clear rectangular contours. It is suited for a wide range of architectural styles - both for new buildings and renovation. If required, the front panel can be removed completely, providing for a large inspection opening.   More

Product • By heroal • heroal FMR 45°

heroal FMR 45°

The extruded panel system heroal FME 45° offers a robust and secure box solution. It is absolutely stable, even in large element widths. The 45° chamfered design lets in more natural daylight. If required, the front panel can be removed completely, providing for a large inspection opening. More

Product • By heroal • heroal FMR 20°

heroal FMR 20°

The square panel system heroal FMR 20° with its 20° chamfered inspection panel offers an elegant look with clear lines. The tried and tested surface-mounted element stands out for its versatile installation options in the reveal or on the facade. Walls made from high-quality aluminium alloys, and the use of the special heroal connection technology, provide for stability and security. If required, the front panel can be removed completely, providing for a large inspection opening. More

Product • By heroal • heroal FME HC

heroal FME HC

Elegant design in combination with more security: The extruded, extremely stable rounded panel heroal FME HC can be harmoniously integrated into the look of the facade, or, in a striking colour, set unique accentuations. Clip-on, rounded attachment profiles for the guide rails emphasise the rounded design even more. If required, the front panel can be removed completely, providing for a large inspection opening. More

Product • By heroal • heroal FME 90°

heroal FME 90°

Das heroal FME 90° Vorbaukastensystem ist eine viereckige, stranggepresste Blendenlösung mit klarer, rechtwinkliger Kontur. Es bietet sich für Neu- und Altbau gleichermaßen an. More

Product • By heroal • heroal FME 45°

heroal FME 45°

The extruded panel system heroal FME 45° offers a robust and secure box solution. It is absolutely stable, even in large element widths. The 45° chamfered design lets in more natural daylight. If required, the front panel can be removed completely, providing for a large inspection opening. More

Product • By heroal • heroal FME 20°

heroal FME 20°

In addition to its elegant look, the extruded chamfered variant heroal FME 20° offers more stability and security: The tried and tested surface-mounted element stands out for the versatile installation options of the boxes in six different sizes. If required, the front panel can be removed completely, providing for a large inspection opening. More

Product • By heroal • heroal FMB 90°

heroal FMB 90°

The heroal FMB 90° is invisibly installed into the existing composite heat insulation zone. Plaster-base profiles for different applications are available. Six different box sizes and the complete colour range for the design of the extruded visible panel provide for authentic solutions for every architectural style. More

Product • By heroal • heroal FMB 45°

heroal FMB 45°

The heroal FMB 90° is integrated invisibly into the existing composite heat insulation zone. Stylish solutions can be found for every type of façade architecture thanks to the six box sizes and the wide selection of colours to choose from when configuring the extruded screen.Security-A high level of security is ensured thanks to walls made of high-quality aluminium alloys plus special heroal connection technology-Large selection of plaster-base profiles for secure installation in all current composite heat insulation systemsDesign-Can be installed invisibly, without impacting on the existing look of the façade-Versatile installation options-Box sizes: 125, 137, 150, 165, 180 and 205 mm-Wide selection of colours-Insect screen can be integrat... More