Roof windows of the future

A milestone in the development of roof window construction and a determinant of new trends in the industry has become the already years-produced FPP-V preSelect pivot-and-tilt window by FAKRO. The innovative system of fittings and hinges allows this window to separate the tilting function from the pivot function. This solution, which is, among other things, under patent protection, offers the possibility of opening in only one way while maintaining absolute stability in both functions. Additionally, the preSelect window can remain open in any position.
The absolute novelty in structural solutions used in the FPP-V preSelect pivot-and-tilt window has allowed FAKRO to outpace all industry competitors.

The Highest Single-Sash Roof Window in the World
A similar situation has occurred in the production of roof windows with large glazing areas. Three years ago, FAKRO prepared a series of high windows with widths that comfortably fit between standard rafter spacing. The use of an elevated pivot axis has allowed their heights to be increased to 180 or even 206 cm. The large glazing area allows for perfect daylighting of the rooms. The handle located at the bottom of the sash is easily accessible, and thanks to the elevated pivot axis, a tall person can comfortably reach the window. These exceptional roof windows, referred to as proSky, are the highest single-sash roof windows in the world.

A New Safety Standard
The manufacturer is also steering the trend of industry development in another area. FAKRO has equipped its roof windows not only with tempered glass but also with the topSafe reinforced construction system, which significantly increases the safety of window use. The system enhances the windows' resistance to burglary and protects them from opening in case of accidental stepping on the sash. FAKRO roof windows have at least Class III window safety, along with glazing (according to EN 13049). The company based in Nowy Sącz was the first to bring a full range of roof windows with this safety class to the market. The new roof window FTP-V P2 Secure significantly enhances security against theft. The window is equipped with the topSafe reinforcement system, elements protecting against the disassembly of safety glazing, and a handle with a lock that makes it difficult to open the window from the outside.

Maintenance-Free Ventilation
FAKRO, as the only company on the roof window market, has implemented a standard for the use of automatic ventilation flap V40P in wooden Profi windows. The automatic regulation of the ventilation channel's cross-section ensures the supply of an optimal amount of air into the room, maintains a desirable microclimate in the attic, and prevents heat loss, thereby contributing to energy savings.

The Warmest Roof Window in the World
In the case of FAKRO, the designation "the warmest" also relates to energy savings. A special category of roof windows offered for two years features the FTT U8 Thermo with enhanced thermal insulation parameters, intended for passive and low-energy buildings. This window utilizes an extended sash frame and energy-efficient, triple-chamber glazing. The installation of the window with a special sealing frame and additional thermal insulation has achieved the best coefficient in the world for the entire roof window at the level of Uw=0.58W/m2K. The window is also equipped with a set of XDK thermal insulation frames. The Thermo frames can also be used on other windows from the wide range of FAKRO roof windows.

Universal Installation

FAKRO has used a universal mounting system in its windows, unique in its kind. It allows for easy and quick installation of the window regardless of the roof construction or type of roofing material. This system allows the FAKRO roof window to be installed at three different depths in the roof construction (N, V, J), whether on battening or rafters. A deeper installation of the window (V, J) ensures better thermal insulation around it and greater aesthetics by adapting to the height of the roofing material. The mounting height N allows the window to be raised above the roofing level. This is especially important in areas with significant snowfall. To ensure the best thermal parameters, FAKRO offers EHN-AT Thermo sealing frames with additional thermal insulation.

Integrated Wireless Control System
FAKRO has also introduced a new wireless communication system for electrical devices Z-Wave, which integrates all automation (heating, lighting, alarms, roof window control, roller shutters, garage doors) into one system. As early as 2007, the company implemented a control panel in infrared systems, and two years later, it was also available in the Z-Wave system. In 2010, during the largest IT fair CeBIT in Hannover, it demonstrated the ability to control a roof window using a smartphone and the Internet.