Explore our top-performing architectural aluminum sliding, casement, tilt-and-turn, and heavy-duty storm barrier door and window series manufactured to ASTM, NFRC, and AS2047 engineering criteria.
Evaluating material metallurgy, structural moment of inertia, cyclic pressure dynamics, and advanced fenestration manufacturing standards for global project developers and importers.
Wholesale aluminum storm windows demand premium 6063-T6 or 6061-T6 structural aluminum billets. Chinese precision extruders achieve wall thicknesses spanning 1.6mm to 3.0mm, yielding web moments of inertia ($I_x$) capable of handling positive and negative wind pressures beyond ±5000 Pa without plastic frame deflection.
Impact certification mandates severe projectile mitigation. By utilizing high-shear SentryGlas® (SGP) ionoplast or 1.52mm/2.28mm PVB interlayers between tempered or heat-strengthened glass plies, our storm systems satisfy ASTM E1886/E1996 Missile Level D protocols, remaining hermetically sealed after cyclic load fatigue.
Thermal breaks prevent internal condensation and conductive energy leakage. Using high-rigidity PA66 GF25 technoform polyamide bars with knurled mechanical crimping guarantees shear resistance exceeding 70 N/mm, allowing commercial fenestration to achieve overall U-factors as low as 1.2 W/(m²·K).
| Performance Characteristic | Standard Secondary Storm Sash | Commercial Grade Impact Window | DERCHI Coastal Storm Architecture | Compliance Test Standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structural Design Pressure (DP) | DP 20 – DP 35 (1.0 – 1.7 kPa) | DP 45 – DP 55 (2.2 – 2.6 kPa) | DP 65 – DP 100+ (3.1 – 4.8 kPa) | ASTM E330 / AS4055 / EN 12211 |
| Large Missile Impact Test | Non-Rated (Breakage Risk) | ASTM Level C (2.0 kg projectile) | ASTM Level D & E (4.1 kg @ 15.2 m/s) | ASTM E1886 / E1996 / TAS 201 |
| Air Infiltration Rate | < 1.5 L/(s·m²) @ 75 Pa | < 0.8 L/(s·m²) @ 75 Pa | < 0.1 L/(s·m²) @ 300 Pa (Near Zero) | ASTM E283 / AAMA 101 / AS2047 |
| Water Penetration Resistance | 150 Pa (3.13 psf) | 300 Pa (6.24 psf) | 700 Pa – 1000 Pa (14.6 – 20.9 psf) | ASTM E331 / ASTM E547 / EN 12208 |
| Marine Surface Protection | Powder Coating (Class 1) | Standard Anodized (15 μm) | PVDF 3-Coat (AAMA 2605 / 35 μm Anodized) | ASTM B117 (3,000+ Hr Salt Spray) |
Strategic fenestration sourcing requires anticipating regulatory pivots toward zero-carbon manufacturing, high-transmittance low-E coatings, and intelligent building automation.
Global developers are enforcing Scope 3 emissions caps. Chinese Tier-1 window factories are shifting to hydropower-smelted primary aluminum billets and scrap-recycled extrusion billets, cutting carbon intensity below 4.0 kg CO₂ per kg of finished structural frame.
Wholesale procurement has outgrown manual 2D CAD. Leading factories integrate native IFC/Revit digital twin models directly into 5-axis CNC machining centers, guaranteeing zero dimensional tolerance variance ($< 0.5\text{mm}$) across complex modular curtain walls and storm openings.
To eliminate bulky triple glazing in storm windows, hybrid laminated VIG assemblies are superseding conventional IGUs. This delivers center-of-glass thermal performance of U = 0.45 W/(m²·K) with a total glass thickness under 16mm while sustaining hurricane impact resistance.
Architects are eliminating heavy surface hardware. Modern impact systems feature concealed motorized drive rods and magnetic feedback sensors that seal multiple perimeter locking mushrooms into hardened alloy keepers via wireless building management systems (BMS).
Headquartered in Foshan, Guangdong—the epicentre of precision aluminum manufacturing in China—DERCHI has spent over 25 years dominating the luxury fenestration and structural storm barrier market. As a recognized Top 10 Door and Window Brand in China, our enterprise integrates deep architectural engineering with massive economies of scale.
Minimizing procurement friction through structured QA verification, international crating logistics, and bilingual technical support for major developers and contractors.
Review of structural wind load calcs, opening schedules, local coastal building codes, and shop drawings within 24 hours.
Custom or stock die extrusion of 6063-T6 aluminum, PA66 thermal barrier integration, and PVDF/Anodized surface coating.
Precision computerized corner crimping, structural silicone injection (Dow Corning 995), and hardware fitting.
Individual sash laser alignment verification, water-tightness chamber testing, and multi-point lock mechanical audits.
Non-fumigation reinforced solid plywood crates with moisture desiccant, shipped straight from Foshan to global ports.
Direct technical answers addressing structural code compliance, minimum order quantities (MOQs), factory audits, and cross-border logistics.
Our heavy-duty aluminum storm window assemblies are engineered to meet or exceed ASTM E1886 and ASTM E1996 Missile Level D protocols (tested with a 9 lb 2x4 lumber projectile at 50 ft/s followed by 9,000 cycles of positive and negative wind pressure). Depending on sash dimensions, our profiles provide structural Design Pressures from DP50 up to DP100+, satisfying the Florida Building Code High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) requirements as well as Australian AS 2047 cyclonic category C3/C4 criteria.
For coastal deployments in the Gulf, Caribbean, or North American shorelines, we apply AAMA 2605 compliant 3-coat 70% Kynar 500 / PVDF fluoropolymer finishes or Class 1 marine-grade anodizing (minimum 25-35 microns). All screws, internal pivot pins, and brackets are manufactured from 304 or 316 marine-grade stainless steel to prevent galvanic corrosion when in contact with extruded aluminum, passing 3,000-hour continuous neutral salt spray testing under ASTM B117.
Yes. In our 180,000㎡ Foshan base, we house dedicated aluminum extrusion tooling and die-casting lines. If your project mandates bespoke sightlines, integrated sub-sills, or special flange attachments for North American timber-frame or Middle East masonry walls, we can generate proprietary extrusion dies within 15–20 working days. We also support full OEM branding, including custom hardware engraving, laser-etched protective films, and white-label architectural documentation.
Standard profile configurations require a lead time of 25 to 35 calendar days from finalized CAD shop drawing sign-off and deposit receipt. For projects requiring custom die extrusion or special glass coatings, lead times range between 35 and 45 days. Our baseline MOQ is flexible: we accept trial orders of 20 to 50 square meters for luxury villa packages, while our facility maintains the capacity to output in excess of 30,000 square meters monthly for large commercial developments.
Every window and door sash is wrapped in 0.1mm micro-perforated anti-scratch protective film, corner-guarded with high-density EVA foam protectors, and vacuum-sealed. The units are subsequently locked into custom steel-reinforced non-fumigation plywood crates with built-in internal shock absorbers and desiccant packs to prevent condensation fogging during ocean transit across equatorial routes. We maintain an in-transit damage rate below 0.05% across tens of thousands of container shipments.
Our engineering center employs dedicated, fluent English-speaking structural facade specialists. We supply free full-set CAD shop drawings, including anchorage calculations, structural mullion deflection analyses, and 3D installation schematics showing perimeter flashing, shim placement, and backer rod sealant details. For major multi-family or commercial projects, we provide remote video installation inspections and can dispatch technical field supervisors directly to the site upon contractor request.
Submit your door and window schedule, architectural drawings, or tender specifications today. Our structural engineering team will deliver a comprehensive project proposal, CAD sections, and competitive wholesale pricing within 24 hours.