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Modern technology The entire product range Commitment to tradition – setting the highest design and quality standards A corporate group with tradition For over 100 years, the ownermanaged GU Group has been fascinated with the opening, swinging, closing and locking of windows and doors. Technical innovations and continual d ­ evelopment of architectural hardware technology have and will continue to shape forces in the market, setting new s ­ tandards and trends for the future. The Gretsch-Unitas Group The corporate group consists of more than 50 manufacturing and distribution companies in 35 countries....

Window technology Innovative functionality and aesthetic window architecture

GiJ Sophisticated facade solutions using standard hardware Sophisticated facade solutions Skilled in the development of innovative opening mechanisms and specialised in every method of facade opening, Gretsch-Unitas has been a competent partner in facade construction for many years. GU experts take project-related special parts developed exclusively for individual projects as innovative engineering work and combine them with elements from the tried-and-tested GU range. With hardware for lowering Top-Hung, Parallel-Projecting, Horizontal-Pivot or Turn-Only windows, as well as special designs based...

Innovative functionality and aesthetic window architecture Tilt&Slide hardware Tilt&Slide hardware allows the user to place the balcony-door in the tilt position. Sashes tilted for ventilation are held securely by storm-proof stays. The additional power-control feature (mZ) of the hardware variants for large and heavy units ensures that the sash is pulled against the gasket evenly upon closing and returned to the tilt position upon opening. This makes things really easy and convenient for the user. The version without the power-control feature (oZ) uses components from the Tilt&Turn range, which...

GiJ Fold&Slide hardware Larger sections of glass with sash widths of up to 1000 mm and a permissible sash weight of 130 kg offer the maximum possible opening widths based on a total frame width of 6700 mm. Qualities such as an incomparable running smoothness and really easy operation provide even more comfort and make Fold&Slide hardware from Gretsch-Unitas something quite special. Ball-bearing-supported and PVC-coated rolls in the bogies at the bottom and in the guide roll at the top ensure even heavy sashes are really easy to move and that sashes are securely guided along the tracks with hardly...

Innovative functionality and aesthetic window architecture Gil Oliver Schuster, Stuttgart / baukunst philipphaus GmbH Additional kits for Lift&Slide hardware Barrier freedom - Turn handle 400 mm - Tension spring for gear - Comfort profile for thresholds - HS-Master motor-driven drive More than 50 years of innovative hardware technology Lift&Slide hardware Gretsch-Unitas developed the first Lift&Slide system in 1958 and is still setting the standards for others to follow. As a result of the consistent further development of Lift&Slide hardware, a multitude of hardware solutions including profile-system-related...

GiJ Ventilation as required: easy installation and retrofitting Humidity-controlled ventilators The demand-driven ventilation system - whereby air is exchanged without any user input - creates a very comfortable place to live, helps to save energy efficiently and protects the building structure by preventing the formation of mould. With their discreet looks, the ventilators can fit seamlessly into the relevant domestic setting. The self-regulating ventilators with humidity sensor require no electricity. A special sound insulation version is available. Designed for use with timber, PVC and aluminium...

Innovative functionality and aesthetic window architecture Chain drives ensure rooms receive the perfect amount of ventilation with opening widths up to 750 mm Electrical ventilation systems Ventilation drives are the convenient solution for daily room ventilation, ensuring health and well-being with automated, electromotive ventilation. Chain drives from the ELTRAL L series support a large selection of fastening types and make almost any installation situation or mounting type possible (concealed or face-fixed) with inward- and outward-opening Turn-Only, Tilt-Only, Top-Hung, Parallel-Projecting,...

GiJ Coordinated design lines for the entire building Hardware for doors, handles for windows and sliding units The hardware solutions and lever handle series from the GU Group make it possible to maintain a consistent design throughout a building for both windows and doors - from standard hardware and burglar inhibition versions through to versions for glass doors, fire protection and smoke protection doors, and escape doors. The hardware range offers a broad spectrum of hardware for timber and steel doors as well as aluminium and PVC narrow stile doors. The series also extends to hardware for...

GU product range for new-build and renovation work Sealing systems – Weathering protection – For heat and sound purposes – Separating indoor and outdoor environment – Construction-foil adhesive and sealants Sealing systems, building chemicals, glazing technology: all from a single source Construction accessories Professional installation significantly influences the usability of windows and doors over a reasonable usage period. Continued development of structural engineering, in particular as regards building air tightness by reducing unplanned infiltration heat loss, requires air-tight window...

Door technology The door as a convenient access zone

Door technology The door as a convenient access zone One lock series with one lock case for any door requirement GU-SECURY Automatic: reassurance with the door just pulled shut Secure mechanics and convenient mechatronics! Multi-point locks The GU Group offers convenient and secure door functions on t ­ imber, steel, aluminium, PVC or glass doors. The technology used is sophisticated, from the the simple mortise lock in accordance with DIN 18251 class 1 to the panic lock for escape doors in accordance with EN 179/EN 1125. Performance features such as burglar inhibition, fire protection and escape...