Aluminium System
uPVC System
Aluminium is theoretically 100% recyclable metal without any loss of its natural qualities.
Long life span of 25 yrs+.
Heavy duty && suitable for regular use.
Aluminium Doors & Windows repair-men available across the country.
Aluminium metal has very high resale value.
Aluminium made Doors and Windows systems are easy to maintain. Repair and maintenance can be done at site without having to transport entire window to the factory. Hence low cost of maintenance.
Aluminium is 100 % recyclable and hence environmental friendly.
uPVC: Polyvinyl chloride, commonly abbreviated PVC, is synthetic plastic polymer. “u” stand Unplasticized.
Less life span of about 15-20 yrs.
Not suitable for daily & regular use.*
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uPVC has no resale value in India.
Difficult to maintain. Sections are fusion welded at factory; onsite welding not possible. Entire window needs to be removed and taken to the factory for repair and maintenance leaving the place open. Higher cost of repair and maintenance.
uPVC is not recyclable and hence not environmental friendly. (India)
Source of Information:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyvinyl_chloride
http://voices.yahoo.com/a-comparison-between-upvc-windows-aluminum-windows-6658234.html?cat=6
