Is NOTEAL Louvre Guarding compliant with Building Regulations?

Yes. It is fully tested to BS 6180 for guarding, including line load, point load and vertical load requirements - making it suitable to use across a wide range of UK and Irish building types.

Can NOTEAL Louvre Guarding be used on high-rise buildings?

Absolutely. NOTEAL has been designed for high-rise and applicaions where fall protection is required, proven through vertical and horizontal load testing and CWCT impact resistance.

Does NOTEAL reduce airflow?

No. The louvre configuration provides effective ventilation while acting as a barrier, allowing safe window operation even at height.

Is it compatible with TECHNAL window systems?

Yes. It is tested with SOLEAL Next windows for seamless integration and installation efficiency. The NOTEAL Louvre can also be used alongside other TECHNAL products up to 1m wide opening.

What finishes are available?

The full RAL colour palette is available, enabling designers to align with facade colour strategies.

Does NOTEAL include an impact-tested solution?

Yes. NOTEAL Louvre Guarding is impact tested to CWCT TN76 - 500 J, providing proven performance for fall protection and facade safety.

NOTEAL Louvre Guarding

Key Features

Discreet safety solution for openable windows

The NOTEAL Louvre Guarding is a high-performance ventilation and safety solution designed to protect building occupants from fall risks while enabling compliant airflow in projects such as residential developments, commercial offices, student accommodation, and mixed-use buildings. It's engineered to meet BS 6180 guarding requirements and tested alongside TECHNAL windows for assured compatibility and safety.

Design

The NOTEAL Louvre Guarding responds to contemporary facade aesthetics within UK and Ireland architectural practice:

Minimalist profile with concealed fixings for unobtrusive integration into SOLEAL Next window assemblies
Blade spans up to 1000mm and vent heights up to 3 metres, providing flexibility for a wide range of aperture sizes and architectural configurations
Colour versatility through the full TECHNAL UK & Ireland colour offer, supporting facade rhythm, patterning and architectural intent
Designed for compatibility with SOLEAL Next windows to maintain system consistency across the building envelope

Certified Safety Compliance

Fully tested to BS6180 and CWCT TN76 standards, the NOTEAL Louvre offers proven horizontal and vertical load resistance for peace of mind in high-risk buildings.

Seamless System Integration

Designed to integrate with our SOLEAL Next windows, NOTEAL provides a cohesive visual and functional match across the building envelope.

Sleek, minimalist aesthetic

Concealed fixings and a refined aluminium design preserve architectural intent while maintaining occupant safety.

Sector Versatility

Ideal for student accommodation, residential buildings, commercial offices, and healthcare facilities - anywhere that safety and ventilation go hand in hand.

Design

Minimal Lines, Maximum Impact

Performance


Horizontal Line Loads	Serviceability Safety	1.5kN/m 2.25kN/m
Distributed Infill Load	Serviceability Safety	1.5kN/m 2.25kN/m
Point Load	Serviceability Safety	1.5kN/m 2.25kN/m
Vertical Load		0.3 kN
Impact Resistance	CWCT TN76	500 J rating for robust impact protection

Additional Options

Enhancements available with the NOTEAL Louvre Guarding include:

Integrated Fly Screen - optional addition for increased occupant comfort while maintaining ventilation
Full RAL Colour Palette - for bespoke architectural finishes and brand-aligned design
System Integration - optimised for use for SOLEAL Next windows, allowing windows and louvre guarding to be coordinated as one tested package
Custom Blade Spans - blades up to 1000 mm for visually aligned facade geometry

Colours and Finish

This is a small selection of our colour palette. If you would like a colour that is not shown here, please contact us.

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