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Forster Unico - Steel Doors Profile

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Forster Unico - Steel Doors Profile

Single-leaf and double-leaf doors with forster unico xs are characterised by uniquely narrow face widths. They bring together high-quality design with outstanding insulation values and sound insulation of up to 46 dB. In terms of building safety, the system also comes in a robust yet filigree version for use as an anti-panic door. \

Thanks to the freely bendable profiles, they are suitable for both renovations in line with requirements for listed buildings and high-quality new buildings. The highly thermally insulated profile design of the narrowest flush doors in the Forster portfolio is made entirely from steel. As a result, the system offers maximum freedom of design, from selection of the geometry through to the combination with different glazing beads. The result is creative scope for solutions that are both aesthetic and have optimal energy efficiency

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SPECYFICATION - Unico XS Door profiles

Technical specifications 

Material variants 

  • Steel zinc magnesium 

Face widths

  • Door leaf with frame from 65 mm 
  • Fixed glazing from 23 mm 

Dimensions 

  • Inside width single-leaf (W×H): max. 1200 × 2400 mm 
  • Inside width double-leaf (W×H): max. 2400 × 2400 mm 

Fittings 

  • Attached fittings 
  • Max. leaf weight 160 kg 

System features 

  • Design variants: 
  • Side-hung door with single/double leaf, with optional sidelight and fanlight 
  • Fixed glazing 
  • Insulated door threshold 
  • Structural depth 70 mm 
  • Max. filling element thickness 42 mm 
  • Glazing beads in aluminium and steel 
  • Wet and dry glazing 

Performance characteristics* 

  • CE marking and UK CA marking according to EN 14351-1 
  • Thermal insulation UD up to 1.3 W/(m2K) 
  • Durability of self-closing properties: Class 6 according to EN 12400 (tested up to 200,000 cycles according to EN 1191) 
  • Doors for escape and emergency routes (partial and full panic) according to EN 179 and EN 1125 
  • Resistance to wind loads: Class B2/C2 according to EN 12210 
  • Watertightness: Class 3A according to EN 12208 
  • Air permeability: Class 3 according to EN 12207 
  • Operating forces: Class 3 according to EN 12217 
  • Barrier-free according to DIN 18040 
  • Sound insulation up to Rw = 46 dB according to EN ISO 140-3
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Forster Unico XS – Thermally Broken Steel Profiles

Forster Unico XS profile cross-section with triple glazing. Forster Unico XS is a revolutionary thermally insulated steel profile system made from 100% steel, dispensing entirely with any synthetic (plastic) insulatorsportamet.com. This innovative profile delivers extremely narrow sightlines and allows large-format windows or doors while ensuring excellent thermal performance. With Forster Unico XS, architects and builders can achieve expansive steel-framed glass panels that flood interiors with natural light without compromising on energy efficiency. The system’s strength and design flexibility make it suitable for both contemporary new builds and renovation of historic or industrial buildings, where its slender steel frames can complement any style. In short, Unico XS enables Portamet to fabricate steel windows and doors that meet rigorous modern performance standards while retaining the classic beauty of steel framing.

Key Features of Forster Unico XS:

Key Features of Forster Unico XS:

  • Fully Thermally Broken: The Unico XS profiles incorporate a thermal break in a 100% steel frame (no plastic components), combining superior insulation with all-steel durability. This design eliminates interior condensation and heat loss common in traditional steel windows, keeping indoor environments comfortable and energy-efficient.

  • Ultra-Slim Sightlines: Unico XS offers uniquely narrow face widths, maximizing the glass area for more daylight and panoramic views. These slender profiles create an elegant, minimalist aesthetic that upscale modern architecture demands.

  • High Performance: Windows and doors built with Forster Unico XS achieve outstanding thermal insulation and sound reduction (tested up to 46 dB sound insulation)portamet.com. This means quieter interiors and excellent energy savings, even in extreme climates. The thermally broken steel windows meet or exceed current energy codes, making them ideal for eco-conscious projects.

  • Large Format Capability: Despite their slimness, Unico XS profiles are robust enough to support very large window or door panels (window sashes up to ~2.4 m tall or wide). This allows for impressive floor-to-ceiling steel windows or oversized steel doors that elevate any building’s design.

  • Security & Safety Options: Forster Unico XS can be configured for enhanced security and safety needs. The system supports up to RC2 burglar resistance classes and even offers configurations for panic doors (emergency exit doors with anti-panic hardware) without sacrificing its slim look. You get the benefit of steel’s inherent strength with added peace of mind for your property.

  • Design Flexibility: Freely bendable steel profiles and a range of compatible glazing beads give designers enormous freedom. Unico XS can accommodate various window/door styles – from classic French doors to modern tilt-turn windows – all within the same cohesive profile system. It even offers a frameless-look option for the most demanding design visions.

By choosing Portamet’s Forster steel doors and windows built with Unico XS, you ensure your project gets state-of-the-art steel fenestration that is energy-efficient, secure, and visually stunning.