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Awning & Casement Window Systems

Controlled Ventilation & Weather Performance

Awning and casement window systems delivering controlled ventilation, weather resistance, and facade integration for commercial, multi-residential and architectural projects.

Awning and casement systems are among the most widely specified window types across commercial and architectural applications. Their ability to provide controlled ventilation while maintaining weather resistance makes them suitable across a broad range of building types, orientations and exposure conditions. Hunter Windows supplies and installs awning and casement systems from the AWS Elevate range, available across multiple series configurations to suit project scale, performance requirements and budget.

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Typical Applications

Awning and casement systems are commonly specified across:

  • Multi-residential and apartment buildings
  • Commercial office and mixed-use developments
  • Education and public buildings
  • Aged care facilities
  • Architect-designed homes requiring controlled ventilation
  • Facade applications combining fixed and operable glazing

Key Performance Considerations

System selection should account for:

  • Ventilation control — awning sashes open from the bottom, casement sashes from the side; orientation and prevailing breeze direction influence which is more appropriate
  • Weather resistance — both system types offer weather protection when closed; series selection determines tested performance levels including water penetration resistance
  • Acoustic performance — series and glazing selection directly affects acoustic outcomes; relevant to apartment, aged care and education applications
  • Thermal performance — U-values and SHGC ratings vary across series; the ThermalHEART series provides thermally broken frames for projects with elevated NCC energy requirements
  • Glazing capacity — maximum glass thickness varies by series, affecting double glazing and laminated glass options
  • BAL rating compliance — the Architectural Series carries BAL-40 certification for bushfire-prone area applications
  • Safe4Kids compliance — friction stay and restrictor options available across relevant series

Available Range

466 Architectural Awning/Casement Window

Awning Window 466

Elevate™ Architectural Awning and Casement Windows

  • Stunning design and performance
  • Can handle large glass expanses with 24mm double-glazing
  • Various operating options for awning sashes
  • Flyscreen compatible
  • Easy installation in brick veneer and cavity brick buildings
  • Internal and external glazing options for hard-to-reach locations
Maximum Frame Height* Various
Maximum Panel Width* Various
Maximum Glass Thickness ≤24mm
SHGC Range 0.14-0.57
Uw Range 4.2-7

*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.

Brochure
Full Technical Specifications (AWS)

Certified

AS2047
BAL-40
Safe4Kids
Acoustic Rating

467 Architectural Awning/Casement Window with TRUTH™ Hardware

Awning Window 467

CentreGLAZE awning and casement windows:

  • Secure operation in any Australian environment
  • Truth™ Hardware for enhanced security and effortless use
  • Support large glass spans without compromising strength
  • Tested to 450Pa water resistance
  • Single or double glazed for improved energy efficiency
  • Easy installation in brick veneer and cavity brick
Maximum Frame Height* Various
Maximum Panel Width* Various
Maximum Glass Thickness ≤24mm
SHGC Range 0.14-0.57
Uw Range 4.2-7

*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.

Brochure
Full Technical Specifications (AWS)

Certified

AS2047
Acoustic Rating

468 Architectural Awning/Casement Window (100mm Frame) with TRUTH™ Hardware

Awning Window 468

FrontGLAZE awning and casement windows:

  • Secure and effortless operation
  • Truth™ Hardware for large installations with scissor-type winders that require 50% less effort and can be paired with stile latches for added strength and security
  • Support large glass spans without sacrificing strength or performance
  • Tested to 450Pa water resistance
  • Single or double glazing for fixed sidelights/lowlights and highlights
  • Easy installation in brick veneer and cavity brick
Maximum Frame Height* Various
Maximum Panel Width* Various
Maximum Glass Thickness ≤24mm

*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.

Brochure
Full Technical Specifications (AWS)

Certified

AS2047
Safe4Kids

668 Architectural Awning/Casement Window (150mm Frame) with TRUTH™ Hardware

Awning Window 668

FrontGLAZE™ awning and casement windows with Truth™ hardware:

  • High-performance windows for large installations
  • 50% less effort in operation than traditional chain winders
  • Additional locking points with stile latches
  • Extra-strong sashes support extensive glass spans
  • Standard Truth™ E-GARD™ hardware for excellent corrosion protection
  • Single or double glazing for fixed sidelights/lowlights and highlights, enhancing energy efficiency and comfort
  • Easy installation in brick veneer and cavity brick
Maximum Frame Height* Various
Maximum Panel Width* Various
Maximum Glass Thickness ≤24mm
SHGC Range 0.2-0.57
Uw Range 4.1-7.9

*Maximum Frame Height and Panel Widths indicated are interdependent and subject to individual site conditions.

Brochure
Full Technical Specifications (AWS)

Certified

AS2047
Safe4Kids

Typical Configurations

Awning Aluminium Window
Awning Aluminium Window
Awning Aluminium Window
Awning Aluminium Window

Awning Over Awning

Awning Aluminium Window

Awning Over Fixed

Casement Aluminium Window
Casement Aluminium Window
Casement Aluminium Window
Casement Aluminium Window

Casement/ Fixed/ Casement

Casement Aluminium Window

Casement Over Fixed

Hardware Options

Awning Window Winder
Developed to complement the modern design and clean lines of the Architectural Series, the ANDO™ range brings a fresh and sleek look to residential or commercial windows and doors.
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Casement Window Latch
The ICON™ hardware range is a fully integrated range of 316-grade stainless steel hardware for aluminium windows and doors offering superior weathering performance.
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Awning Window Winder
MIRO™ Hardware offers a stunning blend of contemporary design, function and durability incorporating comfortable ergonomics and beautiful aesthetics to provide ease of use across all ages.
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TRUTH™

Awning Window Winder
A compact and stylish scissor winder used in conjunction with jamb to stile latches, Truth™ hardware is ideal for large awning and casement windows.
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Energy Performance & Thermal Ratings

Awning and casement window systems are WERS rated, providing verified U-value and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) data for use in NCC energy compliance calculations and thermal modelling.

Key energy performance factors for specification:

  • U-value — measures the rate of heat transfer through the window assembly; lower values indicate better thermal insulation
  • SHGC — measures solar heat gain through the glazing; selection depends on climate zone, orientation and shading strategy
  • Glazing selection — performance outcomes vary significantly with glass type; double glazing, low-e coatings and laminated options are available across the range
  • ThermalHEART series — thermally broken aluminium frames reduce heat transfer at the frame, improving overall window U-values for projects with elevated energy performance requirements

SHGC and U-value ranges for each series are shown in the Available Range section above. For detailed energy performance data and climate zone guidance, see our WERS & Energy Performance and Thermally Broken Frames resource pages.

Integration

Awning and casement systems integrate across facade, sector and specification decisions:

  • Facade Solutions — commonly used within window wall and commercial framing assemblies; can be combined with fixed glazing panels to create mixed-operability facades
  • Sectors — applicable across multi-residential, education, aged care and architectural homes projects, each with distinct performance and compliance considerations
  • Specification — glass selection, colour finishes and hardware are all configurable; refer to the Specification section for detail on available options

Frequently Asked Questions

For system selection, performance queries or to submit drawings for review, our team is available to assist.

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When EJE Architecture put forward an inspired façade design for the GWH Darby Plaza project, Hunter Windows was tasked with bringing it to life.
The challenge involved merging traditional strip windows with a glass curtain wall system—two typically incompatible systems—while following the building’s curved exterior form.

To achieve the desired seamless aesthetic, Hunter Windows developed a custom cast-in bracket system supporting glazed spandrels that appeared as continuous glass from the outside while functioning as balustrades inside. The result met all thermal, acoustic, and fire-rating requirements while maintaining the clean, contemporary look of a curtain wall.

The combination of the precast panelling, large glazed areas, and unique aluminium decorative panels gives Darby Plaza its standout architectural character—a striking addition to Newcastle’s evolving skyline.

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