Liniar Sales Guide

Glossary
There are many terms used within our industry, some of which
may be new to you. Here’s a handy reference guide.
0-9
44mm/48mm door slab - Composite doors are usually offered in two different widths, with each door
starting life as a whole ‘slab’ before being custom designed and made to your requirements.
70mm system - A standard window width, from outside to inside, which allows for the replacement of timber
windows without making building modifications.
90mm system - 90mm system – a window system measuring 90mm depth; more thermally efficient and ideal
for the commercial market. See EnergyPlus90.
A
Accreditations - The list of independent testing and quality standards the Liniar range has been subjected to
and passed, offering additional peace of mind to purchasers.
Ancilliaries - Liniar offers a range of ancilliary products including cills, trims, reinforcements and structural
couplings such as butt joints and bay pole assemblies.
Anti-bump - Additional security features to prevent a bump key being used to gain unlawful entry to
a property.
Anti-lift - Additional security features to prevent external sliding doors being lifted or moved.
Anti-snap - Additional security features to prevent burglars snapping the lock’s cylinder to gain unlawful
access to your property.
Approved documents - Guidelines set out for different areas of construction to help specifiers and
contractors meet Building Regulation standards.
Approved fabricators - Window manufacturers that have been approved by Liniar, having passed a series
of tests to ensure products are manufactured to our exacting high standards, using only Liniar-approved parts.
Astragal bars - Also called Georgian bars, they offer the illusion of small, individual panes of glass within a
larger pane. Foiled to match your window for a seamless appearance.
A++ to G rating - The British Fenestration Rating Council (BFRC) Window Energy Ratings offer a clear way to
show consumers the energy rating of a particular product. The familiar coloured ‘rainbow’ label is similar to those
you will see on refrigerators and other electrical appliances, with A+ the most energy efficient.