Tubelite Storefront Framing

Tubelite architectural aluminum entrances, storefronts, mid-rise curtainwalls, and operable windows are designed and tested for commercial construction in the United States. Entrance doors for retail, educational and institutional applications have a variety of standard sizes and hardware options for glass thicknesses up to 1″. Storefronts for first-floor installation of 1/4″ or 1″ insulated glass also offer a variety of thermally improved systems. Pressure-bar type curtainwall systems for up to six stories and project-out vent and casement windows allow a single source for most projects. Anodized finish colors are Clear, or earth tones ranging from Champagne to Black, and 19 standard painted colors are offered in 70% Kynar® composition for up to 10-year standard guarantee.

Tubelite T14000 Series Storefront
  • 2″ Sight line
  • 4-1/2″ Depth
  • Center plane glass
  • Single thermal
  • Infill: 1″ typ (1/8″ – 1-1/8″)
  • #12 Screw Construction
Tubelite 4500 Series Storefront
  • 1-3/4″ Sight line
  • 4-1/2″ Depth
  • Center plane glass
  • Non thermal
  • Infill: 1/4” typ

Kawneer Storefront Framing

Storefront framing systems are designed specifically for low-rise project applications and complement commercial windows and entrances. Kawneer storefront products include fixed framing choices that offer design versatility with unmatched fabrication flexibility and sliding mall front options with single- and multi-track applications. Kawneer offers a range of performance features from hurricane resistance to blast mitigation to ultra-thermal technology with pre-glazed options.

Trifab® VersaGlaze® 451/451T Framing System
  • 2″ (50.8mm) sightline
  • 4-1/2″ (114.3mm) depth
  • High-thermal performance
  • Front, center, back or multi-plane glass applications
  • Blast mitigation (451T), hurricane resistance
  • Structural silicone glazed (SSG) options, pre-glazed options
Trifab® VersaGlaze® 450 Framing System
  • 1-3/4″ (44.5mm) sightline
  • 4-1/2″ (114.3mm) depth
  • Non-thermal performance
  • Front, center, back or multi-plane glass applications
  • Structural silicone glazed (SSG) options

Pittco Storefront Framing

Pittco is your trusted supplier of popular & customized Storefront Systems around the world. They feature the EMS 114 is a 1-3/4" x 4 1/2" center plane, single span system and is ideal for interior use or non-thermal applications with ¼" glazing. Another popular system is the TMS 114 is a 2" x 4-1/2" center plane flush glaze system that allows for 1” glazing and is available in both non-thermal (TMS 114) for interior applications and thermal (TMS 114T) for exterior applications.

TMS 114 / 114T / 114T (+) (Center Glazed)
  • This versatile framing system is available with stock and custom doors and is primarily designed for exterior storefronts, punched windows and strip windows.
  • System is designed for exterior glazing or interior glazing
  • Glazing is simplified by use of one easy to install roll-in gasket both interior and exterior.
  • A variety of frame members are available for design flexibility including 90, 135, and 180-degree corner sections, expansion mullions, sub-sills and head receptors.
  • Available in both anodized and painted finishes with a variety of standard and custom color choices.
  • Accommodates glazing thickness from 1/8” to 1 1/8” using optional adapters and various glazing gaskets
EMS 114 is a 1-3/4" x 4 1/2" center plane
  • Door framing components are available for stock and custom doors.
  • Glazing is simplified by use of one easy to install roll-in gasket both interior and exterior.
  • A variety of frame members are available for design flexibility including 90, 135, and 180-degree corner sections.
  • Available in both anodized and painted finishes with a variety of standard and custom color choices.