Precision-machined from structural 6063-T5 and 6060-T6 aluminum alloys. All systems integrate multi-chambered polyamide (PA66) thermal breaks, specialized EPDM gasket systems, and European hardware compatibility.
Italian design heritage featuring heavy-duty structural frame profiles, enhanced surface anodization, and impact-resistant tempered safety glazing for multi-storey envelopes.
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Architectural custom-extruded aluminum frames accommodating high-performance triple insulated glass units (IGU) with argon filling for superior thermal and acoustic performance.
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Dual-action European perimeter compression locking with verified NFRC thermal metrics. Engineered with burglar-resistant multi-point mushroom cams for high acoustic abatement.
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Ultra-slim heritage sightlines engineered with thermal barrier protection. Fitted with double tempered glass units and integrated multipoint security gear for residential façades.
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Optimized low-e double glazing with heat-insulating thermal breaks. Industrial weather-strip seals provide defense against wind-driven rain penetration and drafting.
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Precision composite engineering joining structural exterior aluminum with FSC-certified interior solid hardwoods, eliminating warp, termite issues, and ambient moisture damage.
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Heavy-gauge welded corners, integrated water diversion flashings, and awning friction stays engineered specifically to resist extreme uplift pressures on inclined roof installations.
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Intelligent rain-sensor actuation paired with structural laminated safety glass. Features continuous thermal break extrusions for overhead solar control and climate management.
View System SpecsModern architectural specifications are shifting toward deep decarbonization, advanced building envelope performance, and automated fabrication pipelines. Understanding these engineering trends ensures compliance across key global markets.
Procurement teams across Europe and North America now require verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs). The industry is prioritizing secondary recycled aluminum billets and hydropower-smelted primary alloys to reduce embodied carbon down to < 4.0 kg CO2e/kg Al.
Projects increasingly demand Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA). Architectural firms require manufacturers to provide parametric Revit/BIM models with thermal and structural properties, reducing lead times and eliminating on-site installation disputes.
To reduce risk, general contractors are shifting away from fragmented sourcing. The preference is moving toward single-source Tier-1 manufacturers capable of supplying exterior curtain walls, entry pivot systems, and interior architectural doors under a single warranty.
Next-generation thermal profiles use multi-cavity PA66 GF25 insulative strips combined with aerogel and warm-edge glass spacers. These systems achieve overall thermal transmittance values ($U_w$) below 0.8 W/(m²·K), meeting German Passivhaus standards.
Modern architectural entry doors require hardware-free minimalist sightlines. Demand has grown for concealed multi-point motorized locking, biometrics, 3D adjustable pivot hinges, and building automation protocols like KNX and BACnet.
For coastal and high-UV environments, powder coating has transitioned to hyper-durable Qualicoat Class 2 and Class 3 fluoropolymer (PVDF) formulations. These provide 30-year resistance against chalking, salt spray degradation, and color fading.
| Compliance Vector | European Norm (EN Standards) | North American Standard (NFRC/AAMA) | DERCHI Factory Validation Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thermal Transmittance (U-Value) | EN ISO 10077-1/-2 | NFRC 100 / 200 ($U$-Factor, SHGC) | Achieves down to $U_w \le 0.82\text{ W/(m}^2\cdot\text{K)}$ with triple argon glazing |
| Air Permeability / Leakage | EN 12207 (Class 4) | AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 | Class 4 achieved: $\le 3\text{ m}^3/(\text{h}\cdot\text{m}^2)$ at 600 Pa test pressure |
| Water Tightness | EN 12208 (Class E1500) | ASTM E331 / ASTM E547 | No water ingress up to 1,500 Pa continuous cyclical spray |
| Wind Load Resistance | EN 12210 (Class C5) | ASTM E330 Structural Performance | Deflection ratio < 1/300 under dynamic ±3,000 Pa wind pressures |
| Burglar & Impact Resistance | EN 1627 (RC2 / RC3) | ASTM F588 / Miami-Dade TAS 201/202 | Integrated multi-point mushroom security cams, anti-lift pins, and P5A glass |
Founded in Foshan—the industrial center for global precision aluminum extrusion—DERCHI operates an advanced 180,000 m² manufacturing plant. Backed by 25+ years of engineering focus, we are recognized among China's top 10 high-performance fenestration manufacturers.
Our direct-to-developer model supports commercial contractors and architectural practices across the UK, Germany, France, the US, and Australia. We maintain end-to-end quality control from raw 6063-T5 aluminum billet extrusion to automated CNC multi-axis milling, glass unit fabrication, assembly, and packaging.
Consolidate your exterior entry systems, curtain walls, interior wood-metal composite doors, and garage doors into a single containerized shipment.
Every product batch undergoes factory air-water tightness testing, coating thickness checks, and thermal imaging before container loading.
Custom dimensions, architectural RAL powder coatings, anodized architectural patinas, and oversized pivot leafs up to 4,000mm in height.
Protected with multi-layered protective films, corner guards, moisture desiccants, and reinforced non-fumigation steel-banded timber crates.
Technical responses regarding certification processes, thermal performance calculations, structural engineering parameters, and sea-freight logistics.
Our fenestration series undergo Initial Type Testing (ITT) in accordance with EN 14351-1:2006+A2:2016 through accredited Notified Bodies. Each export shipment includes a Factory Production Control (FPC) audit log and project Declaration of Performance (DoP), detailing exact structural wind load ratings, water resistance, and calculated whole-system thermal metrics.
We calculate overall thermal transmittance using the ISO 10077-1 framework: $U_w = \frac{\sum A_g U_g + \sum A_f U_f + \sum l_g \Psi_g}{\sum A_g + \sum A_f}$. Our engineers analyze your specified window dimensions, frame-to-glass ratio ($A_f/A_g$), double or triple low-e glazing setups, and warm-edge spacer values ($\Psi_g$) to provide certified thermal reports for local building control.
For projects located within 3 kilometers of open sea, we use Qualicoat Seaside-class pre-treatment combined with AkzoNobel Interpon D2525 or PPG fluoropolymer powder systems. This architectural finish guarantees a film thickness of 60–80 microns, providing proven resistance to filiform corrosion and salt spray exposure exceeding 3,000 hours under ASTM B117 standards.
Yes. Our structural aluminum extrusion dies incorporate standard European-groove (Euro-Groove Type 1 and Type 2) geometries. We routinely integrate hardware packages from European suppliers such as Siegenia, Roto Frank, Hoppe, GU, and Sobinco, ensuring long-term access to replacement components in destination markets.
Glazed products are fitted with protective polyethylene adhesive wrap and vulcanized rubber corner protectors. The assemblies are then housed in custom fumigation-free engineered timber cases. Within each crate, units are separated by high-density EVA foam blocks and banded to prevent internal movement during ocean transit.
Custom shop drawings (CAD/BIM) are typically provided within 48 to 72 hours from your door schedule. Physical finish chips and corner corner samples can be air-couriered within 5 working days. Full project fabrication generally ranges between 25 and 35 calendar days following drawing sign-off and finish confirmation.
Send us your bill of quantities (BOQ), door/window schedule, or architectural drawings. Our technical engineers will review your files and provide CAD details, structural metrics, and factory-direct pricing.
Typical response time: Within 12 hours including complete preliminary CAD shop reviews.