WARROAD, Minn., April 3, 2012 – The first week of April is National Window Safety Week. Marvin Windows and Doors hopes every family can be safer by following these simple tips.

Marvin is offering a new, factory-installed window opening control device on its popular Ultimate Casement line of crank-out windows, as well as a field-applied option on the Ultimate Double Hung. The window opening control device is intended to limit window openings to 4 inches, yet is easily opened by adults.

First, some common-sense window safety tips:

• Keep windows closed and locked when not in use.
• If you open windows for ventilation, choose windows not easily reached by children.
• Install a window opening control device to limit the window opening.
• Keep blinds, cords and drapes secured out of the reach of children.
• Don’t place furniture such as sofas, beds or bookcases under windows. Children can use the furniture to climb to the window opening.
• Never paint, nail or weatherstrip windows shut.
• Don’t rely on insect screens to prevent falls.
• Develop a family plan for escape during an emergency. In your plan, include two ways to escape from every room in case one way is blocked by fire or smoke.
• If windows are part of your escape plan, be sure to leave at least one window in every room unblocked by window insulating film, window air conditioners or other obstructions.
• Landscaping can provide a cushion to break falls should they occur. Consider landscaping beneath windows with wood chips, shrubs or other soft surfaces.

 
Marvin’s new casement Window Opening Control Device, which meets the ASTM F2090-10 standard, limits the window opening to 4 inches unless overridden in a two-step process. The limiter re-sets automatically each time the window is closed. Marvin already offers the device (field-applied) on its double hung products, but is now expanding that option to casements (factory-applied).

“We expect this intuitive device to be well received as a solution, whether legislation requires it or not,” said Christine Marvin, director of marketing for Marvin Windows and Doors. “We’re certain that builders and owners across the entire housing spectrum will appreciate the value of a high-quality, factory-installed window control opening device for casement products.”

Marvin dealers can offer complete information.

For more information on window safety, take advantage of two FREE printed resources from the National Safety Council:

• “Keeping the Promise of Safety” brochure provides helpful window safety tips. Individual brochures may be downloaded from the National Safety Council web site.
• For larger quantities (in quantities of 100), you may order from the National Safety Council by contacting NSC Customer Service at 800-621-7619. Ask for the “Keeping the Promise of Safety” brochure, product number 00006-6215.

• A free Window Safety Information Kit includes the “Keeping the Promise of Safety Brochure,” as well as Window Safety Tip Sheets, Window Safety Checklist, Window Safety Press Release, and Window Safety Activity and Coloring Book.

 
This kit is available free from the National Safety Council by contacting NSC Customer Service at 800-621-7619. Ask for the “Window Safety Information Kit,” product number 00006-6210. You may order these in any quantity.

Warroad, Minn. – Marvin’s industry-leading Clad Ultimate Insert Double Hung products are now even more versatile with the addition of a new 14-degree frame bevel option.

The new frame bevel option gives builders and remodelers three choices for this popular product: 0 degrees, 8 degrees and 14 degrees. Now Clad Ultimate Insert Double Hung products can adapt even more tightly to the existing frames – providing a cleaner appearance and reduced jobsite labor.

The 14-degree bevel option is available on the following products:

• Clad Ultimate Insert Double Hung
• Clad Ultimate Insert Double Hung Transom
• Clad Ultimate Insert Double Hung Picture

Warroad, Minn. – The industry-leading Ultimate Outswing French Door from Marvin Windows and Doors has added a host of features for improved aesthetics and superior performance.

From panels and profiles to sills and shadow lines, Marvin’s engineers and designers have gone over every inch of this door, making a great product even better.

Product improvements include:

• A more robust sill design, raising the DP rating to 50 in many sizes and configurations (up from DP40)
• A solid performer against air and water infiltration
• New sill design stands up to the rigors of the jobsite
• Industry’s widest selection of standard sizes and operating configurations
• Wood exterior doors no longer incorporate a back rabbet casing
• Easier field mulling
• Easier application of field applied casings
• A new interior sill cover profile available in mahogany or oak
• Offers traditional wood sill appearance while maintaining the performance associated with Ultrex sills
• Available for all sizes and operating configurations
• A new raised panel design in .080-inch stamped aluminum — this popular option now offered at a more attractive value point
• Enhanced aesthetics incorporate cleaner, simpler sightlines
• New exterior frame profile on clad doors delivers a classic, flat look mimicking traditional wood profiles
• Interior jamb surfaces incorporate full-width stops, enhancing the clean detail of the new dooro A less obtrusive sweep delivers a clean sightline across the bottom of the door panels

“These improvements make the Ultimate Outswing French Door an even better choice for builders, remodelers, architects and homeowners,” said Christine Marvin, director of marketing for Marvin Windows and Doors.

Warroad, Minn. – Now Marvin’s industry-leading Double Hung products are even more versatile with the addition of new sizes, better performance and improved aesthetics.

Marvin’s residential Ultimate Double Hung is available to fit rough openings up to 42⅜ x 96 ⅞ inches, allowing this great window to fill bigger openings without sacrificing performance. The larger sizes are available in both Clad and Wood models.

In addition, the Ultimate Double Hung in both Clad and Wood achieves a WDMA-certified DP40 rating across all sizes, providing superior protection against air and water infiltration.

And the exterior frame profile of the Ultimate Double Hung has been redesigned to create a clean appearance and matching sight lines with the Ultimate Casement and Ultimate Glider. That gives greater design flexibility in combining different window types.

Warroad, Minn. – There’s exciting news for residents of the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico coastal regions. Marvin’s industry-leading IZ3 StormPlus Clad Ultimate Double Hung has been redesigned for a sleeker appearance – without sacrificing any of its high performance.

Both the standard and Round Top versions of this popular impact-zone window have been reengineered for strength and aesthetics. Features and improvements include:

• No visible reinforcement when window is closed and locked
• Elimination of pull-out clips
• Window meets rigorous IZ3 code requirements when closed and locked
• Improved check rails allow a strong interlock in center of window
• Tilt pins and tilt blades strengthened
• Stiles reinforced
• Sill brackets assist with bottom sash retention
• Elimination of exterior sash stays on bottom sash
• Design Pressure of LC +55/-65 on all sizes
• Annealed exterior pane standard, with tempered option
• Frame-to-frame mulling is certified on all sizes
• Offered in all 19 Marvin exterior clad colors, 7 wood species and 8 hardware finishes to complement other Marvin windows

“These are significant improvements to our IZ3 Ultimate Double Hung,” said Christine Marvin, director of marketing for Marvin Windows and Doors. “We’ve improved the aesthetics to closely match our non-impact zone products – while sacrificing none of the rigorously tested performance.”

Marvin’s Industry-Leading Door Offers More Flexibility Across a Wide Range of Applications

Warroad, Minn. – The industry-leading Ultimate Lift and Slide Door from Marvin Windows and Doors now offers a Performance Sill option that greatly expands the range of applications for this high-end door.

Unlike a traditional recessed sill, which must be embedded in concrete, the Performance Sill option can be installed using a wood subfloor. This new option makes the Ultimate Lift and Slide more adaptable to a range of applications, such as second-floor installations.

“We’re pleased to offer this new option to builders, remodelers, architects and homeowners,” said Christine Marvin, director of marketing for Marvin Windows and Doors. “It will make this outstanding door all even more versatile.”

Features and benefits of the Performance Sill option include:

Mostly constructed of extruded aluminum

• Delivers the structural stability required for large door systems
• Unlike other sills of this type, this sill incorporates thermal breaks — both transverse and longitudinal — to assure thermal performance in even cold climates

Offers greater flexibility of use in diverse applications

• Interior floor surfaces can come flush to the top of the sill: When used with more traditional sliding door applications, the finished floor surface can fall anywhere along the interior of the sill
• A superior sill for wood construction since concrete fill is not required
• Works great with second floor applications
• More friendly transition from interior spaces to exterior decks
• Sill finished in either clear anodized or bronze anodized with stainless steel roller
• tracks

Unlike recessed sills, the Performance Sill offers adjustability throughout the life of the door

Can achieve a DP rating of 30 in select clad configurations and sizes

Warroad, Minn. – Marvin Windows and Doors now offers a factory-installed Window Opening Control Device on its popular Ultimate Casement line of crank-out windows to meet the ASTM F2090-10 standard.

ASTM F2090-10 was developed in response to increasing media and legislative focus on child safety and fall prevention. Minnesota was the first state to pass this type of legislation with “Laela’s Law.” However, similar regulations, mandating compliance with ASTM F2090-10 or similar requirements, are being adopted around the country.

This Window Opening Control Device, which meets the standard, limits the window opening to 4 inches unless overridden in a two-step process. The limiter re-sets automatically each time the window is closed. Marvin already offers the device (field-applied) on its double hung products, but is now expanding that option to casements.

“We expect this intuitive device to be well received as a solution, whether legislation requires it or not,” said Christine Marvin, director of marketing for Marvin Windows and Doors. “We’re certain that builders and owners across the entire housing spectrum will appreciate the value of a high-quality, factory-installed window control opening device for casement products.”

Marvin dealers can offer complete information.

Marvin allows homeowners to craft a customized solution for their project’s unique needs. Choose from thousands of dual-pane and triple-pane (Tripane) products — and couple them with the Low E coating and gas options that help achieve optimal energy efficiency.

ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR is a federal program that determines where a variety of products, including windows and doors, meet certain
energy-efficiency standards. Products that achieve specific benchmarks can display the ENERGY STAR label. Marvin offers an extensive roster of products and options that meet ENERGY STAR standards. With windows and doors, the ENERGY STAR standards vary by climate – and Marvin offers ENERGY STAR options in each one.

Dual-Pane and Tripane
Marvin offers thousands of window and door options with two or three panes of glass: versatile, beautiful and energy efficient.

Tripane With Krypton
Our most energy-efficient window ever. Three panes of glass with Krypton gas between the panes for truly superior performance in the most challenging climates.

Insulating Glass Coatings
Extremely thin coatings of special metallic material applied to glass panes used in windows and doors boosts their energy efficiency. The industry standard for energy-efficient glass coatings has become low-emissivity. Coating a glass surface adjacent to gaps between each pane with low-emissivity material can block a significant amount of heat transfer. Low-emissivity coatings are transparent to visible light, and different types of coatings have been designed to allow for high solar gain, moderate solar gain or low solar gain.

LoE-180™: A great insulator (low U-Factor) that allows the sun’s warming rays to pass through (high SHGC). LoE-180 features a single metallic coating and an insulator that blocks heat loss to the outside while reflecting heat back into a room. This type of coating is ideal for applications where high solar gain is desired, such as northern climates.

LoE2-272®: Features a double metallic coating on the inside glass surface to reflect heat into the room in winter and reject the sun’s warmth in summer, reducing damaging UV rays. This coating option provides better protection against heat loss than LoE-180. It has good solar gain control. Suitable for all climates except the Southern zone of ENERGY STAR.

LoE3-366®: Features three metallic layers of silver. This coating offers the lowest U factor and lowest solar heat gain. It is often specified in the Southern ENERGY STAR zone where cooling costs are high and intense exposure to the sun is an issue.

Insulating Gases
Inert gases pumped into the spaces between panes of glass slow the transfer of heat, increasing the insulating power of a window or door.

Argon: Our standard windows and doors come with argon gas between the panes to boost energy efficiency.

Krypton: Customers seeking to maximize energy savings can consider our blend of krypton, argon and air. This option increases the insulating power of our Tripane products with narrow airspaces.

FURTHER OPTIONS

Marvin offers these enhancements to further increase the energy efficiency of our windows:

• Energy Panel: Often confused with storm windows, an Energy Panel is a glazing option consisting of a removable exterior glass panel finished on the edges by a surround. Energy panels cover the exposed glass surface of each sash, and offer added energy efficiency for wood windows with single glazing.
• Storm and Screen Combos: A combination unit is composed of two movable glass panels and one movable screen panel. A combination that placed in front of a dual pane product has a U-factor comparable to that of a Tripane unit and it helps protect the primary unit from the elements. The individual panels can be configured multiple ways, and can be easily removed from the interior for cleaning. Customized commercial screens are also available.

OTHER PERFORMANCE NOTES

• Low Air Infiltration: All Marvin window and door products meet or exceed the WDMA requirements for maximum air infiltration.
• XL Edge™ Spacer: Marvin offers the warm-edge XL Edge™ spacer from Cardinal – the most durable spacer system on the market. The spacer helps prevent energy loss around the perimeter of the window glass.

The new Ultimate Glider from Marvin Windows and Doors, already hailed as one of 2011’s best new building products, is now available in an all-wood version.

Marvin has re-invented the glider window with modern features and performance that breathe new life into this classic window. Previously available only in a clad aluminum exterior finish, the Wood Ultimate Glider now offers homeowners the beauty, warmth and performance of natural wood inside and out.

Marvin designed this versatile unit for elegance, durability and smooth operation. With its clean lines and recessed hardware, the Wood Ultimate Glider is sure to become a favorite of homeowners and builders alike.

The Clad Ultimate Glider, introduced earlier this year, was recently named one of the 101 Best New Products of 2011 by the editors of Professional Builder and Professional Remodeler magazines.

“Marvin reintroduced round tops to the homebuilding industry. Now we’ve reinvented another favorite,” said David Hipke, product planner for Marvin Windows and Doors. “This window is packed with features that add value. But perhaps its best features are its clean, elegant design and absolute ease of operation.”

The Wood Ultimate Glider features:

• One hand operation
• Patent pending handle and lock system
• Auto locking
• Low handle placement for ease of use – no reaching up
• Exterior of sustainably harvested pine
• Interior available in seven wood species: Pine, Douglas Fir, Cedro Macho, Mahogany, White Oak, Cherry, Vertical Grain Douglas Fir
• Interior also available in Factory Painted White Finish or Primed Wood
• Integrated weep system for drainage
• Several operating configurations

The Wood Ultimate Glider is the perfect choice for a host of building applications, including:

• Kitchen sink areas
• Decks and walkways
• Close lot lines
• Knee walls and lower levels
• Condominiums
• Multi-family units
• Assisted living

The Wood Ultimate Glider features a patent pending sash removal system built for easy operation. Plus, it can be seamlessly mixed and matched with other Marvin windows, such as the Ultimate Casement.

The Wood Ultimate Glider will give homeowners and builders a new reason to take a fresh look at gliders.

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