Explore our export-grade aluminium Crittall-style doors, slim partitions, and thermal break window systems tailored to exact architectural schedules.
Backed by 15+ years of architectural fenestration expertise, operating a 10,000㎡ standardized manufacturing hub in Songxia Industrial Park, Nanhai, Foshan.
Years in Architectural Aluminium Export
Modern Production & CNC Machining Plant
Global Safety Glazing Certifications
Pre-Shipment Full Inspection Tolerance Check
Why modern global developers, architects, and commercial buyers are replacing classic hot-rolled steel with precision thermal-break aluminum profiles.
Historically, the iconic "Crittall style" was forged from hot-rolled steel bars in 19th-century England. However, traditional hot-rolled steel presents severe challenges in modern construction: high unit weight, thermal bridging (condensation), susceptibility to rust in coastal environments, and astronomical fabrication costs. Advanced 6063-T5/T6 architectural aluminum alloy extrusions replicate the ultra-narrow sightlines of steel while offering thermal polyamide breaks, superior anodized/powder-coated finishes, zero corrosion, and 40% lower mass for effortless sliding and bi-folding operation.
| Performance Parameter | Traditional Hot-Rolled Steel Crittall | OEM Custom Aluminum Crittall (6063-T6) | Architectural Benefit & Value Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thermal Insulation (U-Factor) | Poor (High thermal conductivity: ~50 W/m²K) | Excellent (Polyamide PA66 GF25 break: U < 1.6 W/m²K) | Eliminates interior surface sweat; meets Title 24 & EU Energy Codes. |
| Sightline Profile Width | Ultra-slim (20mm - 30mm) | Ultra-slim engineered (25mm - 38mm) | Replicates heritage aesthetic while supporting multi-pane Low-E glass. |
| Corrosion & Weather Resistance | Requires intense maintenance; rusts if paint cracks | Zero Rusting (Qualicoat Class 2 / Anodized > 15μm) | Ideal for high-humidity, tropical resort, and coastal saltwater environments. |
| Frame Weight & Hardware Load | Heavy (~7.85 g/cm³); strains hinges and tracks | Lightweight (~2.70 g/cm³); high strength-to-weight ratio | Extends hardware lifecycle; enables massive floor-to-ceiling bi-fold panels. |
| OEM Customization Flexibility | High manual labor; limited complex interior tracks | Unlimited Precision CNC (Custom grid patterns & glazing) | Rapid tooling turnaround for custom 2x5, 3x4, or asymmetrical grid designs. |
We engineer both True Divided Lite (TDL) structural grid profiles for heavy-duty exterior security doors and stick-on aluminium glazing bars (SDLs) applied over insulated glass units (IGUs) for effortless cleaning and maximum thermal integrity.
Interior Crittall partitions and exterior entrance doors integrate double-laminated acoustic PVB/SGP interlayers with triple EPDM perimeter sealings, dropping ambient noise levels by up to 42 decibels in modern office spaces and urban villas.
Finished with matte industrial black (RAL 9005), bronze, metallic gray, or realistic wood-grain transfers. Tested against 3,000+ hours of continuous salt spray without flaking, fading, or chalking under heavy UV exposure.
Global procurement benchmarks for developers, contractors, and fenestration importers preparing for upcoming building regulations and buyer preferences.
Global architectural specifications increasingly require EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) data. Leading suppliers are adopting recycled aluminium billets (utilizing hydropower smelting processes) to lower embedded carbon footprints by up to 65% for LEED and BREEAM certified commercial constructions.
High labor costs in North America, Australia, and Western Europe are pushing buyers toward fully pre-hung OEM door frames. Factory-installed glass grids, recessed sub-frames, pre-drilled hardware mortises, and drop-down acoustic bottom seals reduce field installation time by over 50%.
Architects demand zero-step transitions between interior living spaces and exterior patios. Future Crittall door designs incorporate ultra-narrow flush sill drainage tracks, magnetic levitation sliding dampeners, and wall-pocket sliding mechanisms that hide door sashes completely inside partition walls.
Sourcing from single-market factories creates regulatory hurdles. Modern procurement managers favor enterprise suppliers holding multi-region certifications—such as US SGCC safety glazing, European CE EN 12150, Australian AS 2208, and Southeast Asian TISI/CIDB marks—allowing global deployment across diverse project portfolios.
Karon Window & Door Co., Ltd. is your direct Foshan manufacturing partner for project-grade custom architectural systems.
Located in Songxia Industrial Park, Nanhai, Foshan—the epicenter of China's aluminium extrusion industry. Fully equipped with multi-axis CNC machining, corner crimping, automated glass sealing, and water-tightness test rigs.
Holders of CE (EN 12150), US SGCC Safety Glazing Certification, Australia AS 2208, New Zealand AS/NZS 2208 (laminated & single pane), Thailand TISI 965-2560 & 1231-2560, and Malaysia CIDB PPS certification under ISO 9001 quality controls.
Our dedicated structural engineers review architectural drawings, window schedules, wind-load calculations, and wall jamb connections to produce detailed shop drawings for client approval prior to cutting profiles.
From major hospitality developments like the Kora Beach Resort Phuket (672 units across 9 buildings) and Pearl Hotel Patong, to luxury private estates in Texas USA, France, Greece, and Vinhomes Vietnam—KARON delivers verified precision packaging and container shipping for seamless site installation worldwide.
Expert answers to common engineering, customization, shipping, and quality assurance queries from foreign buyers.
OEM aluminium Crittall doors utilize extruded 6063-T5/T6 alloy profiles engineered with internal structural web chambers and thermal polyamide breaks (PA66 GF25). Steel doors are solid rolled steel, which is significantly heavier, uninsulated (prone to thermal bridging and condensation in cold climates), and vulnerable to rust over time. Aluminium offers superior weather sealing, built-in multi-point locking tracks, zero rust, and full color customization via powder coating or anodizing at a lower overall production cost.
We provide two distinct grid construction options based on your design and performance requirements:
1. Simulated Divided Lites (SDL): Extruded aluminium grid bars are precision-bonded onto both exterior faces of a single double-glazed insulating glass unit (IGU) using high-tack structural VHB tapes, combined with internal spacer bars inside the glass. This provides the authentic Crittall look while maintaining maximum thermal U-value and acoustic sealing.
2. True Divided Lites (TDL): The aluminium sash profile is physically divided into individual smaller glass openings, with separate glass panes glazed into each individual grid cell. TDL is typically chosen for heavy-duty interior architectural partitions or historic restoration compliance.
KARON operates under an ISO 9001 certified quality management framework. Our architectural glass and profile assemblies hold compliance certifications for global import markets, including:
• United States: SGCC (Safety Glazing Certification Council) certified tempered and laminated glass.
• Europe: CE marking under EN 12150 standard for toughened safety glass.
• Australia & New Zealand: SAI Global AS 2208 and CSi PAS-Mark AS/NZS 2208 for single-pane and laminated glass units.
• Southeast Asia: Thailand TISI 965-2560 & 1231-2560, and Malaysia CIDB PPS certification (Permit Kelulusan Anjakan).
Yes. Every order is 100% manufactured to order based on your structural opening schedule or architectural CAD/BIM drawings. Our technical department reviews your door schedule, calculates profile wind-load deflection, recommends hardware weight ratings (e.g., German Siegenia, HOPPE, or CeeCer hardware), and issues formal 2D shop drawings with cross-sectional details for your sign-off before manufacturing starts.
Standard factory production time for custom aluminium Crittall door orders is 25 to 35 calendar days following shop drawing approval and deposit receipt. For export transit, frames and glass units are fully protected with protective film, corner edge guards, moisture-barrier wrapping, and packed inside fully enclosed fumigated plywood crates suitable for FCL (Full Container Load) or LCL (Less than Container Load) sea shipping.
For exterior entry or patio doors, we specify double or triple-glazed Low-E insulated glass units (e.g., 6mm Low-E + 12Ar + 6mm Toughened) filled with Argon gas to achieve low U-factors and solar heat gain coefficients (SHGC). For interior partitions, options include 8mm to 12mm single toughened glass, fluted/reeded decorative privacy glass, frosted glass, or acoustic laminated glass (5mm + 0.76PVB + 5mm) in clear or tinted finishes.
We execute a 4-stage quality control protocol: 1) Incoming raw aluminium profile wall thickness and powder coat micron testing; 2) Glass tempering clarity and edge stress testing; 3) Mock-up frame pre-assembly check to verify diagonal tolerances (within ±1.5mm), hardware latching alignment, and corner joint crimping tightness; 4) Pre-packing water spray and air permeability spot testing on sample production units.
Simply send your architectural window/door schedule, project CAD drawings, target quantity, glass preference, and site location to our engineering sales office. You can click the catalog request buttons on this page to initiate instant communication with our technical export specialists.
Send us your project architectural schedules, CAD files, or custom design concepts. Our fenestration engineers will provide detailed technical evaluations, shop drawings, and competitive factory-direct pricing within 24 hours.
