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Product overview

Schüco AWS window systems compared.

Schüco AWS stands for high-performance aluminum window systems with slim profiles, high thermal insulation and versatile opening types.

Schüco AWS

AWS 75.SI+

More thermal performance, security and fabrication precision

The optimized super-insulated standard window for the 75 mm platform is suitable for energy-efficient punched openings, ribbon windows, façade inserts and combinations with Schüco door systems. A broad profile portfolio and numerous opening types create strong planning flexibility.

Uf from 0.9 W/(m²·K)Up to RC 3Zero-level thresholdCradle to Cradle Silver

Super InsulatedTechnical data & U-factor

Technical information

AWS 75.SI+ in detail

Full published product and performance data of the versatile Schüco window system at a glance.

AWS 75

Uf value, frame0.9W/(m²·K)

Max. Sash height2,500mm

sash weight250kg

SecurityRC 3up to

Insulation & Glazing

Uf value, frame: as low as 0.9 W/(m²·K)
Ug value, glazing: as low as 0.5 W/(m²·K)
Glass/panel thickness: 18–61 mm
Glass/panel thickness max.: 61 mm
Glazing construction: Triple glazing
Sealing planes: 3

Comfort & Building physics

Sound insulation RwP max.: 48 dB
Air permeability: Class 4
Watertightness: Class 9A
Wind load resistance: Class C5/B5
Operating forces: Class 1
Mechanical strength: Class 4
Operational durability: Class 3
Hardware corrosion protection class: Class 5

Security

Burglary resistance: to RC 3
Safety glazing: Yes
Fall protection: Yes

Dimensions & Weights

Sash height min.–max.: 540–2500 mm
Sash height max.: 2500 mm
Sash width min.–max.: 470–1700 mm
Sash width max.: 1700 mm
Sash weight max.: 250 kg
Overall frame depth: 85 mm
Sash/frame profile depth: 85 mm

Sightlines

Minimum sightline: 91 mm
Outer-frame sightline: 51 mm
Sash sightline: 40 mm
Mullion sightline: 76–250 mm
Maximum mullion sightline: 250 mm
Meeting-stile sightline: 148–163 mm
Maximum meeting-stile sightline: 163 mm

Opening Types & Hardware

TipTronic: Yes
TipTronic, outward-opening: project-out top-hung
TipTronic, inward-opening: tilt-and-turn, side-hung, tilt-only, fanlight
Manual, outward-opening: side-hung, project-out top-hung, projecting, pivot and reversible
Manual, inward-opening: tilt-and-turn, side-hung, tilt-only, double-sash configurations, parallel slide-and-tilt, fanlight, pivot and reversible
Opening angle: 180°
Concealed hardware system: Yes
Fanlight configuration: Yes

Accessibility & Applications

Low threshold ≤ 20 mm: Yes
Flush threshold: Yes
Accessible operating forces under DIN 18040: Yes
Applications: Exterior use, residential and commercial construction
Profile shear bond: Yes
Integrated solar shading: Yes

Finishes & Certification

Finishes: Powder coating, anodizing or wet paint
CE marking: Yes
Certificates: DGNB, Cradle to Cradle Silver
Minergie class: Minergie-P
Color-independent performance: Yes

Product highlights

Excellent thermal insulation: The optimized 75 mm system supports energy-efficient building envelopes.
Enormous design diversity: Many profile, design and opening variants extend the architectural scope.
Accessible zero threshold: Terrace and balcony doors can be made with a level transition.

Planning benefits

Energy efficient design: Optimized thermal insulation with the same sightline supports design-oriented building envelopes.
Flexible insulation level: Various designs, scaling and retrofit options – for example with Integralmaster – enable project-specific planning.
Sustainability: Cradle to Cradle Certified in silver confirms tested material health and recyclability.
Fitting variants: Sash profiles are available for Schüco TipTronic SimplySmart and outward-opening variants.
Facade integration: Insert outer frames with adapter seal compensate for glass thicknesses when integrated into Schüco mullion-transom curtain walls.
Accessible terrace doors: Solutions for terrace and balcony doors in side-hung, tilt-and-turn and double-sash configurations.

Source and data status: official Schüco product information on AWS 75.SI+. Performance values may vary depending on the selected profile, fitting and element configuration.

Schüco AWS

AWS 90.SI+

Maximum thermal insulation with great design freedom

The super-insulation window system combines high building-performance requirements with flexible architecture and design solutions. The 90 mm platform is suitable for punched openings, ribbon windows, façade inserts and combinations with Schüco door systems.

Passive-house certification possibleUf from 0.71 W/(m²·K)Up to RC 3Many opening types

Passive-house insulationTechnical data & U-factor

Technical information

AWS 90.SI+ in detail

Full published product and performance data of the Schüco window system at a glance.

AWS 90

Uf value, frame0.71W/(m²·K)

Max. Sash height2,500mm

sash weight250kg

SecurityRC 3up to

Insulation & Glazing

Uf value, frame: as low as 0.71 W/(m²·K)
Ug value, glazing: as low as 0.5 W/(m²·K)
Glass/panel thickness: 28–68 mm
Glass/panel thickness max.: 68 mm
Glazing construction: Triple glazing
Sealing planes: 2
Safety glazing: Yes

Comfort & Building physics

Sound insulation RwP max.: 47 dB
Air permeability: Class 4
Watertightness: Class 9A
Wind load resistance: Class C5/B5
Operating forces: Class 1
Mechanical strength: Class 4
Operational durability: Class 3
Hardware corrosion protection class: Class 5

Security

Burglary resistance: to RC 3
Fall protection: Yes
Safety glazing: Yes

Dimensions & Weights

Sash height min.–max.: 540–2500 mm
Sash height max.: 2500 mm
Sash width min.–max.: 470–1700 mm
Sash width max.: 1700 mm
Sash weight max.: 250 kg
Overall frame depth: 100 mm
Sash/frame profile depth: 100 mm

Sightlines

Minimum sightline: 99 mm
Outer-frame sightline: 56 mm
Sash sightline: 43 mm
Mullion sightline: 86–260 mm
Maximum mullion sightline: 260 mm
Meeting-stile sightline: 148–163 mm
Maximum meeting-stile sightline: 163 mm

Opening Types & Hardware

TipTronic: Yes
TipTronic, inward-opening: tilt-and-turn, side-hung, tilt-only, fanlight
Manual, inward-opening: tilt-and-turn, side-hung, tilt-only, double-sash configurations, parallel slide-and-tilt, fanlight and tilt-before-turn
Opening angle: 180°
Concealed hardware system: Yes
Fanlight configuration: Yes

Accessibility & Applications

Low threshold ≤ 20 mm: Yes
Flush threshold: Yes
Accessible operating forces under DIN 18040: Yes
Applications: Exterior use, residential and commercial construction
Profile shear bond: Yes

Finishes & Certification

Finishes: Powder coating, anodizing or wet paint
CE marking: Yes
Certificate: Cradle to Cradle Silver
Passive house class: phC
Color-independent performance: Yes

Planning benefits

Passive house: Passive house certification is achievable with a special profile combination.
AvanTec SimplySmart: The concealed hardware system allows large sash weights and an opening angle of 180°.
Accessible solutions: Terrace and balcony doors can be realized in a side-hung, tilt-and-turn and double-sash configurations.
TipTronic SimplySmart: Suitable sash profile portfolio for the mechatronic fitting generation.
Facade integration: Insert outer frames with adapter seal compensate for glass thicknesses when integrated into Schüco mullion-transom curtain walls.

Source and data status: official Schüco product information about AWS 90.SI+. Performance values may vary depending on the selected profile, fitting and element configuration.

Schüco AWS

AWS 75.BS.SI+

Block window with an almost invisible sash and 66 mm exterior sightline

The block window system combines an externally concealed sash with a uniform appearance for fixed and opening elements. Despite its slim construction, it can reach passive-house performance and burglary resistance up to RC 2 — ideal for punched openings, ribbon windows and façade integration.

Concealed sashUw from 0.78 W/(m²·K)Up to RC 2Sound insulation up to 48 dB

Block System Super InsulatedTechnical data & U-factor

Technical information

AWS 75.BS.SI+ in detail

Official product and performance data of the Schüco block window system with concealed sash at a glance.

AWS 75
BS

Opening Uw value0.78W/(m²·K)

Noise protection48dB up to

SecurityRC 2up to

View outside66mm

Insulation & Glazing

Uw value, opening element: as low as 0.78 W/(m²·K)
Uw value, fixed glazing: as low as 0.71 W/(m²·K)
Glass thickness max.: 54 mm
Glazing construction: High-performance triple glazing
Passive House-level performance: Available with project-specific configuration

Comfort & Building physics

Sound insulation: up to 48 dB
Air permeability (EN 12207): Class 4
Watertightness (EN 12208): Class 9A
Wind load resistance (EN 12210): Class C5/B5

Security

Burglary resistance (EN 1627): to RC 2

Dimensions & Weights

Sash width max.: 1500 mm
Sash height max.: 2,200 mm
Sash weight max.: 160 kg
Profile depth: 75 mm

Sightlines

Exterior sightline (concealed sash): 66 mm
Minimum mullion sightline: 92 mm
Minimum meeting-stile sightline: 83 mm
Minimum transom sightline: 92 mm

Opening Types & Hardware

Manual, inward-opening: tilt-and-turn, side-hung and fanlight tilt
Concealed hardware system: Yes (AvanTec SimplySmart)
Opening angle: 180°
TipTronic compatible: Yes (TipTronic SimplySmart)

Finishes

Surface finishing: Anodizing or powder coating
Color selection: Freely selectable, inside/outside different possible

Construction & Design

Sash design: Covered, 66 mm visible from the outside
Optics: Consistent exterior appearance across fixed and operable units
Mullion design: Corner, mullion, symmetrical and asymmetrical configurations
Applications: Punched openings, ribbon windows and curtain-wall inserts

Product highlights

Nearly Invisible Sash: A 66 mm exterior sightline gives fixed and operable units a consistent appearance.
Passive house insulation: With whole-window Uw values as low as 0.78 W/(m²·K), the system can support Passive House-level performance, subject to configuration.
High noise protection: Up to 48 dB of sound insulation is also suitable for noise-exposed locations.

Planning benefits

AvanTec SimplySmart: The concealed hardware system allows large sash weights and an opening angle of 180°.
TipTronic SimplySmart: Compatible with electrically driven mechatronic fitting solutions.
Versatile mullion configurations: Corner and intermediate mullions, plus symmetrical and asymmetrical variants for a flexible facade grid.
Individual color design: Anodizing or powder coating with free choice of color inside and outside.

Source and data status: official Schüco data sheet “AWS 75 BS.SI” (Schüco International KG) as well as the official Schüco product description on schueco.com, supplemented by technical data for mullion and meeting-stile sightlines, as of 01.07.2026. Values apply to the basic design with high-performance triple glazing; Optimization variants (e.g. "optimized") can achieve different parameters.

Schüco AWS

AWS 75 PD.SI

Maximum transparency with minimal sightlines

Panorama Design Super Insulated combines an especially slim frame image with a flush interior appearance and strong thermal performance. Harmonized fixed and opening elements, concealed drainage and tight profile radii create a clear architectural language.

55 mm sightlineInvisible sash frameUp to RC 2Panorama Design

Panorama Design Super InsulatedTechnical data & U-factor

Technical information

AWS 75 PD.SI in detail

Full published product and performance data of the Schüco Panorama design window at a glance.

AWS 75
PD

Sightline55mm

Max. Sash height2,500mm

sash weight160kg

SecurityRC 2up to

Insulation & Glazing

Uf value, frame: as low as 1.7 W/(m²·K)
Ug value, glazing: as low as 0.5 W/(m²·K)
Glass/panel thickness: 26–50 mm
Glass/panel thickness max.: 50 mm
Glazing construction: Triple glazing
Sealing planes: 3

Comfort & Building physics

Sound insulation RwP max.: 46 dB
Air permeability: Class 4
Watertightness: Class 9A
Wind load resistance: Class C5/B5
Mechanical strength: Class 4
Operational durability: Class 3

Security

Burglary resistance: to RC 2
Safety glazing: Yes

Dimensions & Weights

Sash height min.–max.: 540–2500 mm
Sash height max.: 2500 mm
Sash width min.–max.: 470–1450 mm
Sash width max.: 1450 mm
Sash weight max.: 160 kg
Overall frame depth: 85 mm
Sash/frame profile depth: 85 mm

Sightlines

Minimum sightline: 55 mm
Outer-frame sightline: 55 mm
Sash sightline: 0 mm
Mullion sightline: 70–102 mm
Maximum mullion sightline: 102 mm

Opening Types & Hardware

Manual, inward-opening: tilt-and-turn, side-hung and tilt-only
Opening angle: 90°
Concealed hardware system: Yes

Construction & Certification

Profile shear bond: Yes
Finishes: Powder coating, anodizing or wet paint
CE marking: Yes
Color-independent performance: Yes

Product highlights

Minimal sash sightline: Narrow internal and external views maximize transparency.
Rosetteless handle connection: The Schüco design handle supports the reduced panoramic design language.
Flush-frame appearance: Surrounding shadow joints create a calm and uniform interior view.

Planning benefits

Panorama Design: Maximize transparency through minimized profile sightlines.
Design profile geometry: Internal flush surface through a circumferential shadow joint.
Handle design: Rosetteless handle connection with Schüco design handle.
Application diversity: It can be used as a perforated window, ribbon window and facade insert element in Schüco mullion-transom curtain walls.
Building interfaces: Optimized planning options with hidden drainage.

Source and data status: official Schüco product information on AWS 75 PD.SI. Performance values may vary depending on the selected profile, fitting and element configuration.

Schüco AWS

AWS 90 BS.SI+

Highly insulated block window with concealed sash

Block System Super Insulation combines optimized thermal performance with slim sightlines and no visible sash contours. The 90 mm platform enables punched openings, ribbon windows, façade inserts and visually floating window solutions.

Concealed sashUf from 0.8 W/(m²·K)Up to RC 3Up to 49 dB

Block System Passive-House InsulationTechnical data & U-factor

Technical information

AWS 90 BS.SI+ in detail

Full published product and performance data of the Schüco block window at a glance.

AWS 90
BS

Uf value, frame0.8W/(m²·K)

Max. Sash height2.400mm

sash weight180kg

SecurityRC 3up to

Insulation & Glazing

Uf value, frame: as low as 0.8 W/(m²·K)
Ug value, glazing: as low as 0.5 W/(m²·K)
Glass/panel thickness: 28–58 mm
Glass/panel thickness max.: 58 mm
Glazing construction: Triple glazing
Sealing planes: 3

Comfort & Building physics

Sound insulation RwP max.: 49 dB
Air permeability: Class 4
Watertightness: Class 9A
Wind load resistance: Class C4/B4
Operating forces: Class 1
Mechanical strength: Class 4
Operational durability: Class 3
Hardware corrosion protection class: Class 5

Security

Burglary resistance: to RC 3
Safety glazing: Yes
Fall protection: Yes
Electronic monitoring: Yes

Dimensions & Weights

Sash height min.–max.: 540–2400 mm
Sash height max.: 2400 mm
Sash width min.–max.: 470–1700 mm
Sash width max.: 1700 mm
Sash weight max.: 180 kg
Overall frame depth: 100 mm
Sash/frame profile depth: 95 mm

Sightlines

Minimum sightline: 77 mm
Outer-frame sightline: 77 mm
Sash sightline: 0 mm
Mullion sightline: 107–202 mm
Maximum mullion sightline: 202 mm
Meeting-stile sightline: 104–104 mm
Maximum meeting-stile sightline: 104 mm

Opening Types & Hardware

TipTronic: Yes
TipTronic, inward-opening: tilt-and-turn, side-hung, tilt-only, fanlight
Manual, inward-opening: tilt-and-turn, side-hung, tilt-only, double-sash configurations, parallel slide-and-tilt, fanlight and tilt-before-turn
Opening angle: 180°
Concealed hardware system: Yes
Fanlight configuration: No

Applications & Equipment

Applications: Exterior use, residential and commercial construction
Accessible operating forces under DIN 18040: Yes
Profile shear bond: Yes
Schüco sun protection possible: Yes

Finishes & Certification

Finishes: Powder coating, anodizing or wet paint
CE marking: Yes
Certificate: Cradle to Cradle Silver
Color-independent performance: Yes

Planning benefits

Thermal insulation: Highly insulated construction that can support Passive House-level performance, subject to configuration.
Hidden contours: Operable sashes and fixed glazing can appear identical from the outside – without visible glazing beads.
Profile diversity: Extensive range with mullion profiles, meeting-stile sashes and glazing bars.
AvanTec SimplySmart: The concealed hardware system allows large sash weights and an opening angle of 180°.
TipTronic SimplySmart: Sash profiles for the mechatronic hardware generation can be used optionally.
Facade integration: Insert outer frames with adapter seal compensate for glass thicknesses when integrated into Schüco mullion-transom curtain walls.

Source and data status: official Schüco product information on AWS 90 BS.SI+. Performance values may vary depending on the selected profile, fitting and element configuration.

Schüco AWS WoodDesign

AWS 75.BS.SI+ WoodDesign

Natural wood inside. Durable aluminum outside.

WoodDesign adds genuine wood trim to the room-side sash profiles of the highly insulated AWS 75.BS.SI+ block window. Seven predefined oak finishes, optional project-specific wood species and concealed sashes without visible glazing beads unite a warm interior character with slim aluminum sightlines and proven system performance.

7 oak finishes67 mm minimum sightlineUp to RC 2Sound insulation up to 49 dB

WoodDesign · Highly insulated block systemTechnical data & U-factor

Technical information

AWS 75.BS.SI+ WoodDesign in detail

Technical product data and design options for the highly insulated aluminum-wood block window at a glance.

AWS 75
WOOD

Minimum sightline67mm

Maximum sash height2.200mm

Maximum sash weight160kg

SecurityRC 2up to

Insulation & Glazing

Uf value, frame: as low as 1.4 W/(m²·K)
Ug value, glazing: as low as 0.5 W/(m²·K)
Glass/panel thickness: 16–54 mm
Glass/panel thickness max.: 54 mm
Glazing construction: Triple glazing
Sealing levels: 3

Comfort & Performance

Sound insulation RwP max.: 49 dB(A)
Air permeability: Class 4
Watertightness: Class 9A
Wind-load resistance: Class C5/B5
Operating forces: Class 1
Mechanical strength: Class 4
Operational durability: Class 3
Hardware corrosion protection: Class 5

Security & Monitoring

Burglary resistance: Up to RC 2
Safety glazing: Yes
Fall protection: Yes
Electronic monitoring: Yes

Dimensions & Weights

Sash height min.–max.: 540–2,200 mm
Sash width min.–max.: 470–1,500 mm
Sash weight max.: 160 kg
Overall frame depth: 85 mm
Sash-frame depth: 85 mm

Sightlines

Minimum sightline: 67 mm
Outer-frame sightline: 67 mm
Mullion sightline: 92–181 mm
Mullion sightline max.: 181 mm
Meeting-stile sightline: 83 mm

Opening Types & Hardware

Manual, inward opening: Tilt-and-turn, side-hung, tilt-only, double-sash tilt-and-turn/side-hung, double-sash side-hung/side-hung, tilt-before-turn
Opening angle: 90°
Concealed hardware system: Yes

Applications & Equipment

Applications: Exterior use, residential and commercial buildings, healthcare and educational buildings
Profile shear bond: Yes
Schüco solar shading possible: Yes

Finishes & Certification

Aluminum finishes: Powder coating, anodizing, lacquer
CE marking: Yes
Certificate: Cradle to Cradle Silver
Color-independent performance: Yes

WoodDesign & Architecture

Wood selection: Seven predefined oak finishes for coordinated interior concepts.
Custom wood species: Project-specific wood species can be selected in cooperation with the metal fabricator.
Handle design: A broad range of new and established handle models extends the design options.
Concealed sash: Slim profile sightlines without visible glazing beads support a calm, modern appearance.
AWS modular system: The full range of compatible hardware and accessory solutions remains available.

Source and data status: technical product description “Schüco AWS 75.BS.SI+ WoodDesign” supplied by the customer, dated June 13, 2025. Performance values and available wood, profile, glazing and hardware configurations can vary by project and require final technical verification.

Planning & selection

Schüco aluminum windows for modern residential and commercial projects

From passive-house performance to slim block windows, panoramic design and barrier-reduced thresholds, the Schüco AWS platform offers aluminum windows for new builds, renovations, villas, hotels and demanding commercial architecture.

Thermal performance

Energy-efficient windows with strong system depth

Schüco AWS 75 and AWS 90 support projects with demanding U-values, comfort targets and long-lasting building envelopes.

Design freedom

Slim sightlines, concealed vents and clean profiles

From visible profile systems to block windows with almost invisible vents, Schüco connects architectural clarity with technical performance.

Project guidance

System selection by glass size, security and opening type

We help define the right Schüco aluminum windows, hardware, finishes, glazing packages and connection details for your project.

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