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High PerformanceWindows and Doors
Our Promiseto YouSoft-Lite has been manufacturingwindow products since 1934.Since then many things in our worldhave changed. However, one thinghas remained constant —the desire to own and improve ahome to fit one’s lifestyle.Today, “improving your home”does not mean the same thing it did70 years ago. The continually risingcost of energy has now become amajor cost and personal concern toevery American citizen. People arerethinking every aspect of their livesin an effort to conserve energy andcut costs. Fortunately, Soft-Lite canhelp you with this effort.Using materials and technologiesthat have improved significantly overthe years, Soft-Lite builds one of themost energy efficient and durablewindows available today theImperial LS window. We designedthis window to be the most beautiful,best performing window made today.None of the standard, conventional window designs available inthe industry met our demandingcriteria. So we broke the mold anddesigned the window for a wholenew generation of needs theImperial LS window.Soft-Lite Lifetime WarrantyOur Lifetime Warranty is designed to protect your investment and our reputation. Itguarantees that our windows will not rot,rust, warp, pit, corrode or blister, and thatour vinyl colors will remain true for the lifeof your home. Our Lifetime Warranty isnon-prorated and is fully transferable.We also warranty all moving parts and thehermetically insulated seal against defectsin materials or workmanship. Finally, weoffer the ultimate in protection with alifetime glass breakage rider for extra peaceof mind.2www.soft-lite.comDon’t just take our word for it.Soft-Lite is a member of the Window & Door Dealers Alliance, a networkingorganization that exclusively serves window and door dealers.The Window & Door Alliance provides the latest information on trends,installation practices, and products. www.wddalliance.org/index.htmlSoft-Lite is a member of the Efficient Windows Collaborative (EWC)in which members have made a commitment to manufacture andpromote energy-efficient windows. www.efficientwindows.orgThe Champion of Industry Awardrecognizes exceptional achievementsand contributions in a wide variety ofAmerican corporations. Companiesmust be considered to be positive“difference makers” within theirindustry to be selected.www.championsaward.comSoft-Lite is a five-time winner of the Crystal Achievement Award . Window &Door Magazine gathers a broad range of input to determine the industry’smost innovative products, companies, organizations, and technologies.www.windowanddoor.netSoft-Lite products arecertified by the NationalFenestration Rating Council.NFRC develops and administers comparative energy andrelated rating programs thatserve the public. It providesfair, accurate, credible, anduser-friendly informationon fenestration productperformance. www.nfrc.orgIn recognition of its dedication to excellence in usingthe Friedman ERP software system, Soft-Lite hasestablished a web-based integrated ordering platformincluding Power Bids that delivers accurate quotes andquickens lead times. www.friedmancorp.comSoft-Lite is an Energy Star Partner.Energy Star is a joint program of theU.S. Environmental ProtectionAgency and the U.S. Department ofEnergy helping us all save money andprotect the environment throughenergy efficient products and practices. www.energystar.govSoft-Lite products are Gold Label certified by the American ArchitecturalManufacturers Association (AAMA),the source of performance standards,product certification and educationalprograms for the window, door andskylight industry. www.aamanet.orgManufacturer ofCertified ProductsEvery year since 1996, Soft-Lite has been placed onthe Top 100 Manufacturers’ annual list which presents North America’s 100 largest manufacturers ofresidential windows, doors and/or skylights. The Top100 highlights the activities of the industry’s mostinfluential leaders. www.windowanddoor.netSoft-Lite is a Company to Watch inDoor and Window Manufacturermagazine. This trade journal annuallyprofiles manufacturers and supplierswho lead the industry in innovation,performance, and professionalism.The Ohio Partnership for Excellence is a non-profit organization that uses the MalcolmBaldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence to continuously improve manufacturing quality.Soft-Lite is a winner of the prestigious OPE “Commitment to Excellence” Award.www.ope.org
Double HungOur Imperial LS double hungwindows bring a whole new set ofdefinitions to the words beauty,comfort, energy efficiency, anddurability. Beginning with oursculpted sash design (shown onpage 14), our low profile sashlocks, and our ergonomicallydesigned sash lift rails, you willbegin to see and feel the differences between the ordinary window and the Imperial LS.One of the most significantenergy efficient features is theUltra-Smart triple-fin weather-stripon both sashes (shown on page14). This technologically advancedweather-strip dramatically reducesair infiltration into your home. Thefully welded corners on the sashesand mainframe prevent air leaksand add durability. Finally, SoftLite’s huge selection of energy efficient glass packages allows you tofully customize your windows tomeet your personal energy efficiency needs (page 12).Exterior viewUltra-Smart triple-fin weatherstripping on allsashes and at interlocking meeting rail.K-Beam reinforcement at meeting rail for extrastrength. (see details on page 15)Our optional Auto-Majik lock ensures thatyou will never “forget” to lock your windows again. The lock automatically engagesas soon as you close the window.Soft-Vent, when deployed, will limitsash travel to allow for ventilation.Tight mortise-cut, double-wallsill dam extends inside thejamb, eliminating the need tocaulk an open seam.3
SlidersAll the same energy efficientand beautiful features which makeour double hung windows a superiorchoice also apply to our slider line.important. Our traditional slidersashes lift out for easy cleaning.In addition, tandem brass rollersensure easy operation of our slideralong with a unique sill drainagesystem which lowers air infiltrationand improves comfort.Consider our traditional sliderin areas where a tilt feature is notXOur optional slide and tilt hardware willallow you to enjoy the benefits of beingable to tilt your slider sash in for safe,easy cleaning from inside your home.4www.soft-lite.comX2-lite SliderXoDurable brass sash rollers.X3-lite Slider (fixed center lite)1/3-1/3-1/3 configuration (optional)XSecure lockinghardware.oX3-lite Slider (fixed center lite)1/4-1/2-1/4 configuration (standard)“O” designates fixed lites. “X” designates operating lites. All views interior.Choose your preference of right-hand or left-hand operating lites.
Casements, Awnings & HoppersCasement windows define a speciallook and feel for your home.Whether in multi-window configurations or as individual windows,casements, awnings, and hoppersoffer many aesthetic choices.Our single-lever lock handle effortlessly engages and locks multiplelock points within the casementmainframe when closed. Our easyto use, durable, crank handle andhardware assures that you will beable to open and close your casement windows with ease, so thatyou can enjoy those beautiful daysand evenings in style, comfort, andsecurity.Robust strength in a low-profile, standardfold-down handle design. Easy to open andclose handle and hardware last a lifetime.Hidden corrosion-resistant steel lockingclaws engage in self-lubricating keepers,ensuring a positive, secure and weathertight seal.Multi-point lock activator engagesor disengages multiple sash lockswith one easy single lever design.New invisible retentionhardware system eliminatesunsightly screen clips usedon traditional casements.Imperial LS Casement windows offerindustry-leading AAMA GOLD LABELCERTIFIED performance and one of thebest NFRC Rated U-factors in the windowbusiness.Air: .02 cfm at 25 mphWater: DP65 at 62 mph at 8” rain per hourDesign Pressure: DP60 at 187 mph windloadThermal NFRC Tested:.16 U-factor with Ultimate glassCasementinteriorviewAwning exterior viewHopper interior viewOur casement windows opena full 90 for easy cleaningof both the inside and outside.(Egress hardware optional)5
Bows, Bays & GardensThinking of a room addition? Consider a stunningnew bay or bow window. Or, for baths and kitchens,include our beautiful garden window in your plans.No other window style will actually change the look andfeel of a room like a bay, bow or garden window —at a fraction of the cost of a major remodeling job.Your Imperial LS bay, bow or garden window willcome packed with features other manufacturers omit orcharge extra for. We include an R-9 Super-Seat thatfeatures high-density polyisocyanurate foam to fight condensation and energy loss. The seat comes standard inwhite birch, with options including oak, a variety of laminates, Corian , and custom matching stains and varnish.cbAA. Exclusive welded sill pan (highlighted in blue)eliminates water penetration. The uniquedesign provides a built-in weep system and asmooth finish on the exterior surface of the seatboard.B. All window and mull cavities are insulated completely with Comfort-Foam for maximum energyefficiency.6www.soft-lite.comedC. Threaded steel rod and chain bracing systemprovides sag-free support. (Knee brackets must beinstalled if roof overhang prevents use ofchain system.)D. Factory finished interior edge banding is beautifulprotection for your Super-Seat .E. 1.25” thick furniture grade hardwood.gfhF. Insulated seatboard with 3/4” exterior capped plywood. Super Seat Dow Foam 3” thick sandwich with R-9 performance for maximum thermalprotection; also fights condensation.G. Mull cover plates ensure no butt-joints to caulkor leak.H. Factory-capped underside: beautiful lines,consistent water shed.
Each mullion and windowframe is also fully Comfort-Foam insulated for maximum energysavings, the highest possible!Of course, you have yourchoice of operating or fixed casement windows or double hungwindows in your bay or bow.3-lite Bay exterior10 , 15 , 30 and 45 Bay4-lite Bow exterior10 and 15 Bow5-lite Bow exterior 10 6-lite Bow exterior 10 Our Garden Vue window isdesigned to combine the aestheticappeal of clean lines with a structuraldesign that assures lasting durability.It features specially-built trapezoidaloperating side casement windowsthat open wide to let you enjoy theoutdoors from the comfort of yourhome. Full trapezoidal screens coverthe interior openings. Dual compression seals and locking hardware onthe casements provide air and watertightness while weep channels at thewindow’s top and bottom keep theinterior dry. The Garden Vue window comes standard with adjustableheight, PVC-coated shelves oroptional glass shelves.Optional glass shelfExterior view.Window opens to a wide70 degree angle.7
Special ShapesFor uniquely shaped openings we offer specialshapes with matching frame profiles and glassoptions. All special shapes are custom built,like all of our windows, to your specifications.Circle TopCircle Top ELRectanglePentagonOctagonEyebrowOctagon ELEyebrow ELFull CircleQuarter CircleQuarter Circle ELPentagonExtended LegPentagon Left(Right available)Trapezoid Left(Right available)HexagonHalf EyebrowMINIBLINDS BETWEEN THE GLASSNever clean miniblinds again. All patio doors andwindows (except awning windows and most specialshapes) are available with internal miniblinds in atilt-only option. Certain restrictions apply.Available in white or beige.8www.soft-lite.comHexagon ELHalf Eyebrow ELTriangle withEqual SidesTriangle LeftTriangle EL(Right available)
Thermal Glide Doors Our popular Soft-LiteThermal Glide patio dooris the work-horse of theindustry. It comes fullyloaded with state-of-the-artfeatures such as: Soft-Liteweather-stripping, whichincorporates anti-mold,-mildew and -fungusproperties; a sliding screendoor that resists twisting,warping and “rack jumping”; an extremely durablefiberglass threshold thatwon’t rot or warp; and anAAMA air infiltration ratingof .09cfm at 25mph, whichis 20 times better thanindustry standards.To ensure your Thermal Glidepatio door will fit perfectly and operateexactly as designed, the frame andsashes are welded at the plant and alltwo-panel doors are shipped fullyassembled. The center panel of athree-panel door is packaged separatelyto prevent shipping damage.Our optional heavy-duty patio doorvent stop adds security whileallowing ventilation.Standard Single-Lock HandlesOptional Legacy Single-Lock HandlesStandard single-lock handles come in powdercoated paint colors of White, Cream-White,Beige and Brown.Heavy duty brass rollersprovide smooth operation.The screen door is builtto remain strong andresist rack jumping.Optional Multi-Point Secure Locking HandlesBrassOptional Legacy Lock color optionsinclude your choice of Brass, AntiqueBrass and Nickel.Patio Door ConfigurationsNickelOur optional deluxe handles provide multi-point lockingsecurity by locking the door in four locations. Thelocks are made from zinc in order to protect againstcorrosion while still maintaining structural strength (allof the internal springs are made from stainless steel).“X” designates operating panel.“O” designates fixed panel.OX5’0” x 6’8”OX6’0” x 6’8”OX8’0” x 6’8”OX9’0” x 6’8”OOX12’0” x 6’8”OAll perspectives viewed from outsidelooking in.Choose your preference of right-hand orleft-hand operating panels.9
ColorOptionsVINYL COLOR OPTIONSSome houses just demand a specific color ofwindow — as with this Tudor style house! Paintedwood windows are now a thing of the past! Todayyou can replace them with extremely energyefficient Imperial LS windows in any customexterior color you choose!Standard Interior/ExteriorVinyl ColorsBeige*Exterior FoilLaminates*Exterior PVC Bond ColorsForestGreen 78Rosewood57WedgewoodBlue 93Gray 39CoastalDune 08Champagne10ColonialIvory 32Almond 20Sierra 83Sandstone37RoyalBrown 24Terratone53ExteriorPVC BondColors Matchedto Foil tiqueBronzeChestnutBrownX-ChestnutBrown*Not available with exterior foil laminates.Also not available in Garden windows.Interior Woodgrain Colors*MapleLight OakMediumOakBrazilianCherryCherry*Woodgrains not availablein Garden windows.Bronze 21Black 09Additional custom colors to match any exterioravailable. Please see your Soft-Lite Dealer fordetails about our custom color program!Actual color samples may vary from printedbrochure. See your Soft-Lite Dealer for moreprecise color representations.Decorative Grids*Garden Windows not available in Exterior FoilLaminates.Sun Burst(flat only)Star Burst(flat and contour)Diamond(flat only)Flat gridsContour gridsFlat and contour grids offered in a variety of options. Actual color samples may vary from printed brochure.Grid patterns vary based on size and configuration of window. See your Soft-Lite Dealer for more precisecolor representations and configuration availability.10www.soft-lite.comColonial(flat and contour)
Air Infiltration ComparisonAREAS OF AIR INFILTRATIONWhy Do Windows Leak Air?Poorly designed windows don’t have the built-in airlocks,weather stripping, and barriers necessary to keep air fromforcing its way in. Without these design features air will pushbetween the sash meeting rails and around the sash perimeter.Sash meeting railWe know how uncomfortable a home with leaky windows is. So, to keep you comfortable, we loaded the ImperialLS window with weather barriers that go far beyond theindustry standard and other manufacturer’s window designs.The LS window is so superior that it leaks only a fraction ofwhat all other typical vinyl and wood windows leak.Manufacturer ofCertified ProductsSash perimeterThe Imperial LS window has earned theprestigious AAMA Gold Label Certification for airperformance.SillExample of apoorly designed windowAIR INFILTRATION COMPARISON CHARTCFM (Cubic feet per minute).02 CFMof air leakage per minute GALLONS 12 oz. SODA Cans0.15 gallonsof air leakage per minute1.6 soda cans of air leakage per minute (19.2 oz/min)1.125 gallonsof air leakage per minute12 soda cans of air leakage per minute (144 oz/min)Traditional Vinyl Residential HighPerformance Double Hung Windows(Alside/Simonton/Champion).15 CFM avg. air leakage per minuteIndustry Average Range from 0.11CFM to 0.21CFM*At the above rate Imperial LS windows are over 7 times more air tight than traditional vinyl residential high-performance double hung windows.Traditional Wood ResidentialDouble Hung Windows(Pella/Marvin/Jeld-Wen/Andersen).23 CFM avg. air leakage per minuteIndustry Average Range from 0.12CFM to 0.30CFM*1.725 gallonsof air leakage per minute18.4 soda cans of air leakage per minute (220.8 oz/min)At the above rate Imperial LS windows are over 11 times more air tight than traditional wood residential double hung windows.Industry Standard**.30 CFMof air leakage per minute2.25 gallonsof air leakage per minute24 soda cans of air leakage per minute (288 oz/min)*References valid as of October 1, 2010 based on our competitors’ websites and independent testing.**Industry Standard: AAMA (American Architectural Manufacturers Association) has set the Industry standard for Maximum Allowable Air Infiltration at .30 CFM (Cubic feet per minute)during a 25 mph wind. This is equal to 2.25 gallons or 24 soda cans of air leaking through the window every minute!Consider this: You would need to combine 23 Imperial LS windows to get as much air leakage as two traditional wood residential double hungwindows, and 15 Imperial LS windows to get as much air leakage as two traditional vinyl high-performance double hung windows.11
Performance and Energy EfficiencyEnergy Efficient GlassAll of our glass packages exceed industry standards forenergy efficiency. They all reduce noise and fabric fading, andare warranted for a lifetime against seal failure.In addition to these qualities, however, we offer a variety ofoptions that allow you to custom tune your windows to yourneeds and budget. For instance, we offer Intercept as a reliableenergy efficient spacer. As an upgrade you can chooseSuper Spacer , the world’s only 100% foam, metal free, warmedge spacer. Super Spacer provides exceptional insulatingqualities and reduction in condensation build-up.Six of our popular glass packagesare described below. We offer manyothers. Please ask your Imperial LSwindow consultant for more information about the features of the numerous glass packages we offer.NFRC window labelsAll NFRC labels refer towhole window performance,not just the insulated glass unit.Solar Low-e Double-Pane withIntercept spacerDouble-Pane with Intercept spacer 7/8” insulated glass with argon gas Center of Glass (COG): R-3.84, U-Factor .26OPTIONAL: Solar low-e: SB70 XL 7/8” insulated glass with argon gas Center of Glass (COG): R-3.84, U-Factor .25Double-Pane Intercept window labelDouble-Pane Intercept window labelENERGY STAR Qualified in Highlighted RegionsENERGY STAR Qualified in Highlighted RegionsInterceptSpacerVINYL DOUBLE HUNGIMPERIAL LSVINYL DOUBLE HUNGIMPERIAL LSDouble Glazing, Argon Fill, Low-EInsideThis window is Energy Star qualified in North,North-Central, and South-Central zones.Upgrade of Solar Low-e qualifies windowin South zone and provides U-factor: 0.29;SHGC: 0.20; and Visible Transmittance: 0.46.0.290.280.5155Double Glazing, Argon Fill, Low-EInsideThis window is Energy Star qualified in ALLclimate zones. NO UPGRADE NEEDED.0.290.200.4655Ultra Glass Triple-Panewith Intercept spacerUltra-S Glass Triple-Panewith Super Spacer 1” insulated glass with argon gas in both chambers. Center of Glass (COG): R-6.66, U-Factor .15 1” insulated glass with argon gas in both chambers. Center of Glass (COG): R-6.66, U-Factor .15Ultra window labelUltra-S window labelENERGY STAR Qualified in Highlighted RegionsENERGY STAR Qualified in Highlighted RegionsVINYL DOUBLE HUNGIMPERIAL LSVINYL DOUBLE HUNGIMPERIAL LSTriple G
Our Imperial LS double hung windows bring a whole new set of definitions to the words beauty, comfort, energy efficiency, and durability. Beginning with our sculpted sash design (shown on page 14), our low profile sash locks, and our ergonomically designed sash lift rails, you will begin to see and feel the differ-ences between the ordinary win-
