Introduction
The Schüco AWS 80 SC window system represents the latest advancement in window design, offering a perfect blend of innovation, performance, and aesthetic appeal. Launched in 2024, these windows are designed specifically for the UK market, ensuring compliance with current and future Building Regulations, including the stringent 2025 standards.
The AWS 80 SC system is the culmination of Schüco’s commitment to quality, combining sleek, slim sightlines with superior thermal performance and robust security features. This review will explore the various features, design elements, technical specifications, and performance benefits of the Schüco AWS 80 SC window system.
In producing this review, we’ve seen the window being made at London manufacturers, at the Schüco showroom in Milton Keynes, and in-situ in installer showrooms.
Schüco AWS 80
The new AWS 80 SC window system is a game-changer, blending simplified fabrication with top-tier craftsmanship. With its sleek sightlines, refined design, and exceptional thermal performance, it’s engineered to set a new standard for modern aluminium windows. Specifically tailored for the UK market, this innovative system offers effortless manufacturing while delivering advanced security and energy efficiency—proving that beauty and performance can go hand in hand.
4.5
Pros
- Sightlines from 46mm.
- Proper PAS 24 testing.
- Very attractive aluminium window.
- The Schüco name.
Cons
- Not as widely available as other brands.
- No matching tilt and turn system.
What are Schüco AWS 80 SC Windows?
The Schüco AWS 80 SC windows are a cutting-edge aluminium window system that redefines standards in window technology. Designed for both residential and light commercial projects, these windows combine precision engineering with a sleek, modern aesthetic.
With an 80mm depth and the capacity to support up to 44mm glass units, the AWS 80 SC windows deliver exceptional thermal insulation, surpassing current energy efficiency standards and future-proofing homes for the anticipated 2025 Building Regulations.
Larger window sizes are one of many benefits of aluminium windows instead of PVCu. Schüco windows go up to an impressive 1450mm high and 1350mm wide, with glazing up to 44mm thick triple glazing.
Schüco AWS 80 SC Design and Aesthetics
The design of the Schüco AWS 80 SC windows is centred around slim sightlines and a minimalist aesthetic that enhances the visual appeal of any building. The system features narrow sightlines of 46mm for fixed lights and 74mm for opening units, ensuring maximum transparency and unobstructed views.
The flush casement design and the ability to conceal the outer frame within the building structure allow these windows to blend seamlessly into both contemporary and traditional architectural styles.
Moreover, the AWS 80 windows offer extensive customisation options, with a range of over 150 RAL colours, including metallics and dual colour finishes. The durable paint finish, up to 80 microns thick, ensures longevity and resistance to wear, making these windows not only aesthetically pleasing but also incredibly durable.
As you’d expect with any Schüco product this is a very attractive, outward opening aluminium window. It’s styling is in line with other modern aluminium windows. However, with a Schüco product you’re making an investment in what is widely regarded and acknowledged as the best aluminium brand, with exceptional design, engineering, aluminium and hardware quality.
One of the most impressive details of these new Schüco aluminium windows is their security testing as a complete system, which we explain further in this review.
Technical Information
The Schüco AWS 80 SC window system benefits from latest generation aluminium profiles, is packed with technical innovations that enhance both performance and usability. And as is usual with any Schüco product, it tends to go further than other window brands.
- Thermal Performance: These windows achieve outstanding U-Values with the correct glass specification, exceeding current Part L requirements and futureproofed for upcoming standards. This thermal efficiency significantly reduces energy consumption, making homes more comfortable and environmentally friendly.
- Advanced Glazing Options: The system accommodates both double and triple glazing up to 44mm thick, offering flexibility to meet various performance criteria, including thermal efficiency, sound insulation, and security.
- Robust Construction: The windows feature an enhanced one-piece gasket for improved airtightness and water resistance, ensuring a long service life with minimal maintenance.
- Simplified Fabrication: For those aluminium manufacturers choosing to fabricate the product, the system is engineered for simplicity, using as few components as possible to streamline the fabrication process. Screw ports for mullion and transom connections allow for faster assembly without compromising on quality or performance.
Security and Energy Efficiency
Security is a paramount concern in the design of the AWS 80 windows. These windows are equipped with multipoint locking systems featuring long-throw bolts, which secure into robust window keeps, providing a high level of protection against break-ins.
The windows are also internally glazed to prevent glass removal from the outside, further enhancing security.
The system has been rigorously tested and certified to PAS 24, ensuring it meets the highest security standards across all configurations. The AWS 80 SC is designed with security in mind, achieving full PAS 24 certification across all configurations and add-on profiles. This comprehensive testing ensures that every possible combination meets stringent security standards, providing peace of mind for homeowners and compliance with industry requirements.
This complete system security testing is very important and matters. Many other brands only test a basic window configuration with just enough to pass the PAS 24 security test. We don’t know of any brands that have ever gone as far as Schüco in testing windows with the inevitable add-on profiles such as frame extensions, trickle vents, bay poles and cills. And this feature should be important in your buying decision.
Additionally, the highly insulated frames and high-specification safety glass contribute to the system’s low U-Values, ensuring compliance with current and future energy efficiency regulations.
Appearance and Customisation
Schüco windows are designed to reflect individual style and architectural vision, offering a wide array of customisation options. From the choice of colours and finishes to the selection of hardware, including the signature Schüco handle, every aspect of these windows can be tailored to meet specific design preferences.
The sleek and modern appearance of these is enhanced by the choice of square beads inside and out, providing a refined finish that complements any building style. Whether you are replacing outdated windows or installing new ones in a modern extension, the AWS 80 SC system offers the flexibility to integrate seamlessly into any home design. You won’t get the range of handle designs and options that you do with other brands, because Schüco products are more about minimalism and function over masses of choice.
How Much Do Schüco Windows Cost?
Get in touch for more information on details of Schüco aluminium windows. With this product being new to the market, indicative prices are not yet available.
You will find these prices slightly more expensive than Smart Systems and Aluk brands, but on a par and possibly cheaper than Origin OW-80 or Reynaers windows.
Other Products to Compare with Schüco Windows
Any of the current aluminium window brands are comparable in styling to the new AWS 80, however, they don’t have the full security testing and most don’t have the large size capability of the opening vents. If we were to put windows with these to compare on contemporary styling, they would be:
- Sunflex SAF Windows
- Cortizo aluminium windows.
- Smart Systems Alitherm 400.
- Reynaers Masterline.
More information and where to buy Schüco AWS 80 SC Windows.
The Schüco AWS 80 SC window system is an advanced and up-to-the-minute collection of aluminium windows from this premium brand. In the same way you may choose a German car or kitchen appliances for their engineering and quality, Schüco windows are a top brand and worth of consideration.
The Security testing as a complete system is important when buying new windows and it’s a great selling point.
Aesthetics matter with windows and these are attractive and elegant windows with visible quality close up and when you open and close the sashes. These are therefore an ideal solution for both residential and light commercial projects and come highly recommended.
Schüco AWS 80 SC windows are available through a nationwide network of approved manufacturers and installers. Contact us for more information, where to view and for any help with your residential or commercial project.
