The EasyscreenTM Window System
Suitable for outside screen applications
Easyscreen is an aluminium framing system that is specifically designed for use with Altair Louvres. The system complements the full range of Altair features including Powerlouvre, Stronghold, handle options and keylocks as well as fixed light bays, externally fixed screening*, security bars, sub framing system, bushfire compliance and a high strength design for cyclonic regions.
Single Louvre Bay
A single louvre window bay contained within a single frame.
*Screens are sold separately.
Multiple Louvre Bays
Multiple louvre window bays contained within a single frame, separated by mullions.
Horizontal Fixed Lite
Louvre fixed lite combinations (featuring keylock) are contained within a single frame with louvres and fixed lites separated by mullions.
Security Bars
The Easyscreen Window System features an (optional) integrated D bar security system. To suit 152mm louvre only.
EasyscreenTM Window System 3D Models
INTERACTIVE ON-LINE VIEWING
Easyscreen Window System 3D Models
Online viewing of 3D models is a relatively new technology. Please note the models shown below are rendered animations only. For more technical detail please view the CAD and BIM model section below. Viewing 3D models requires a fast internet connection and reasonably high speed computer processor. Viewing may not be possible on some older computers. We recommend Google Chrome for the best viewing results.
click on an illustration to view a 3D interactive version. Rotate the model by using your left mouse button or pan the model by using your right mouse button. Use your mouse wheel to zoom. Please note this is a rendered model only. For more technical detail please see the CAD and BIM Model section below.
Easyscreen Window System Dimensions
Easyscreen Sub Framing
For projects where sub framing is the preferred installation method, Sub Framing is available for the Easyscreen Window System.
For Window heights ≤ 791mm:
Combined Window and Sub Framing height = Window height + approximately* 45mm
For Window heights ≥ 792mm:
Combined Window and Sub Framing height = Window height + approximately* 30mm
Combined Window and Jamb Angles width = Window Width + approximately* 24mm
*To be confirmed by installer. The above calculations include Window System and Sub Framing only. No additional materials or elements.
Easyscreen Security Bar System
Security bars are an effective barrier when the louvre is open, that unlike screens do not reduce any air flow.
Breezway has security bars available to fit 152mm (6”) blade heights with 16mm diameter solid aluminium bars fixed to the window frame to the outside of the blades and positioned to allow the window to open fully.
Altair Security Bars will have a moderate effect on views with 16mm solid bars and 124mm vertical spacings between bars.
Easyscreen Standard Heights
While Altair Louvre Windows can be manufactured in any size specified, the wind and water rating for the building project will affect the maximum allowable window height and bay width. Please refer to the Altair Product Performance Warranty for technical information.
For standard heights in the Breezway Easyscreen Frame please see the size chart on the right. Off Standard heights are available but this will add cost and result in a fixed louvre blade to act as a filler piece. The sizes for Altair Powerlouvres in an Easyscreen Frame are also highlighted on the right.
Please note:
- Standard Heights are measured from the lowest visible metal to the uppermost visible metal of the frame and excludes fins.
- Off Standard Heights that are more than 5mm greater than or less than a Standard Height will have a top fixed blade to achieve the specified height. Off Standard heights that are within 5mm of a Standard Height will not have a fixed top blade.
- Some off-standard heights are unavailable when using the 102mm Altair Louvre Galleries with the Stronghold System. For the Easyscreen System these include: Standard Height + 26mm to Standard Frame Height + 36mm.
- Off-Standard frame heights between 6mm and 42mm above a standard frame height are not available for 152mm Powerlouvre in the Easyscreen Frame.
- Off-Standard frame heights between 1mm and 5mm below a standard frame height are not available for 102mm Powerlouvre in the Easyscreen Frame
- Off-Standard frame heights between 6mm and 44mm above a standard frame height are not available for 102mm Powerlouvre in the Easyscreen Frame.
- Refer to the product performance warranty on possible height restrictions for different blade types.
- Standard sizes will save money and improve lead times.
Easyscreen Widths
There are no standard Altair Louvre widths. The maximum width of a single continuous window with multiple bays is 4000mm. Maximum widths greater than 4000mm are possible through coupling two single continuous windows on site or at the window fabricator’s factory. The bay width may be affected by Building code rules. Please discuss with your Breezway fabricator and builder.
Altair Powerlouvre Windows
- Maximum width = 4000mm (frames over these dimensions will need to be coupled on site or at a window fabricator’s factory)
- Minimum bay width for 2-9 blade high windows = 400mm
- Minimum bay width for 10-18 blade high windows = 500mm
- Up to 6 galleries (bays) can be included in a single surround frame
- Combination louvre and fixed light bays are available
| No. of Blades | Standard Height | Standard Height |
|---|---|---|
| 152mm Blades | 102mm Blades | |
| 2 | 371 | - |
| 3 | 511 | 361 |
| 4 | 651 | 451 |
| 5 | 791 | 541 |
| 6 | 931 | 631 |
| 7 | 1071 | 721 |
| 8 | 1211 | 811 |
| 9 | 1351 | 901 |
| 10 | 1491 | 991 |
| 11 | 1631 | 1081 |
| 12 | 1771 | 1171 |
| 13 | 1911 | 1261 |
| 14 | 2051 | 1351 |
| 14 Ext | 2100 | - |
| 15 | 2191 | 1441 |
| 16 | 2331 | 1531 |
| 16 Ext | 2400 | - |
| 17 | 2471 | 1621 |
| 18 | 2611 | 1711 |
| 19 | 2751 | 1801 |
| 20 | 2891 | 1891 |
| 21 | 3031 | 1981 |
| 22 | - | 2071 |
| 22 Ext | - | 2100 |
| 23 | - | 2161 |
| 24 | - | 2251 |
| 25 | - | 2341 |
| 26 | - | 2431 |
| 27 | - | 2521 |
| 28 | - | 2611 |
| 29 | - | 2701 |
| 30 | - | 2791 |
| 31 | - | 2881 |
| 32 | - | 2971 |
| 33 | - | 3061 |
Light Blue for Powerlouvre
Ext = Extension blade
CAD and BIM Models
Altair® Louvre CAD Drawings
Breezway offers a collection of CAD drawings for the complete Altair Louvre product range.
You can also download all CAD files in this section here Altair Easyscreen CAD Drawings.
Altair® Louvre REVIT Models
REVIT models of selected Easyscreen Window Systems are now available through the Design Content website or can be downloaded below. REVIT models are generated and maintained by Design Content.
Please Note: While sizing logic has been built into the models, Breezway’s Product Performance Warranty should be consulted to determine maximum blade lengths and maximum window heights for each project’s wind and water ratings.
While the REVIT models do not show fixed blades when off-standard heights are specified, windows at off-standard heights will be supplied with fixed blades.
You can also download all REVIT files in this section here Altair Easyscreen REVIT Drawings.
Altair® Louvre ArchiCAD Objects
ArchiCAD objects of selected Easyscreen Window Systems are now available through the Design Content website or can be downloaded below.
Please note: While sizing logic has been built into the models, Breezway’s Product Performance Warranty should be consulted to determine maximum blade lengths and maximum window heights for each project’s wind and water ratings.
You can also download all ArchiCAD files in this section here Altair Easyscreen ArchiCAD Drawings.
Altair® Louvre SketchUp Drawings
Breezway now offers SketchUp models of Altair Easyscreen Window Systems in a variety of sizes.
Please download the zip files below to add to your libary. There are a total of 55 models of each window system per file.
| Name | Format |
|---|---|
| Altair Easyscreen Window System SketchUp Files. | SKP |
Easyscreen Screen Deductions
Blade Formulas
| Breezway Easyscreen Window System | |
|---|---|
| Actual Height / Standard Height | Dim. A |
| Dim. B Overall Height | Dim. A + 40mm |
| Frame width | Dim. C |
| Easyscreen Frame: Glass & aluminium blade length | Dim. C - 82mm |
| Easyscreen Frame: Glass & aluminium Stronghold blade length | Dim. C - 78mm |
| Easyscreen Frame: Straight cut timber blade length | Dim. C - 102mm |
| Extension Blade Formulas Easyscreen Frame | |
|---|---|
| Glass & Aluminium Blades | x = Channel extension +13mm |
| Timber Blades | x = Channel extension +17mm |
Note: Flatness tolerance of +/- 0.35mm per metre.
Installation Instructions
Technical Papers
An Industry Guide to the correct Installation of Windows & Doors
Installation of Windows & Doors
An Industry Guide to the correct Fixing of Windows & Doors
Installation Instructional Videos
The AWA has prepared an industry guide on the correct installation of Windows & Doors in different types of construction. You can view the complete range of typical methods used via the AWA YouTube channel or please view the videos below.
Specification
Altair Louvre Window Recommended Specifications
A tight specification will help to make sure that what you specify ends up in your building thereby achieving your design objectives.
The louvre windows shall be Breezway Altair Louvre Windows
Unique features:
- Patented drainage channels for superior water performance.
- Patented ‘Living Hinge’ design that pulls the clips tightly against the channel when closed for superior water performance and air infiltration.
- Low profile keylock with lock barrel housed inside the louvre channel.
- Passed testing to 40,000 open/close cycles for long operational life.
- Passed testing to 15,000 lock/unlock cycles for long operational life.
- Altair Louvres have passed AS2047 testing at 3,000mm high.
The louvre windows shall be Breezway Altair Powerlouvre Windows
Unique features:
- Patented drainage channels for superior water performance.
- Patented ‘Living Hinge’ design that pulls the clips tightly against the channel when closed for superior water performance and air infiltration.
- Motors are concealed within the head of the window frame.
- Motors are easily accessible for maintenance.
- Each low voltage motor only requires 0.4 amps to reduce transformer and wiring requirements.
- Motors can be powered by appropriately specified transformers from any supplier.
- Available as either a fully assembled window system or as a component system for installation into window fabricator’s framing systems.
The louvre windows shall be Breezway Altair Louvre Windows with the Stronghold System
Unique features:
- Patented drainage channels for superior water performance.
- Patented ‘Living Hinge’ design that pulls the clips tightly against the channel when closed for superior water performance and air infiltration.
- Altair Louvres have passed testing to 40,000 open/close cycles for long operational life.
- Altair Louvre keylocks have passed testing to 15,000 lock/unlock cycles for long operational life.
- Altair Louvres have passed AS2047 testing at 3,000mm high.
- Pinned design that mechanically retains blades within the clips to prevent blade dislodgement under human impact.
The louvre windows shall be Breezway Altair Powerlouvre Windows with the Stronghold System
Unique features:
- Patented drainage channels for superior water performance.
- Patented ‘Living Hinge’ design that pulls the clips tightly against the channel when closed for superior water performance and air infiltration.
- Motors are concealed within the head of the window frame.
- Motors are easily accessible for maintenance.
- Each low voltage motor only requires 0.4 amps to reduce transformer and wiring requirements.
- Motors can be powered by appropriately specified transformers from any supplier.
- Pinned design that mechanically retains blades within the clips to prevent blade dislodgement under human impact.
View/download Altair Louvre Window Specifications