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Side Folding Window

WS-AL-109

Made-to-order Side Folding Window. Share your opening sizes, application and destination for a configuration proposal.

SupplyMade to order
DimensionsTo approved drawings
Finish / colourProject selection
Technical dataConfirmed per configuration
ManufacturerWANSLEY · Foshan, China
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WANSLEY · COMPLETE SYSTEM DETAILS

From materials to the finished system.

Explore the materials, construction, configuration choices, manufacturing steps and packing for this product series.

01

Aluminum Profile Construction

WANSLEY · Aluminum Profile Construction

A coordinated frame, glazing and seal arrangement starts with the selected section drawings.

Glass

Aluminum glazing bead

Glazing spacer

Foam gasket

Insulation detail

EPDM gasket

Thermal break material

Typical aluminum glazing detail – reference illustration.

The final section, wall thickness, seals and glazing build-up follow the selected folding-window system. Thermally broken profile options can be reviewed where applicable to the project.

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02

Glazing Options

WANSLEY · Glazing Options

Select the glass appearance and construction together with the frame, panel weight and project requirements.

Tempered Glass

Low-E Glass

Laminated Glass

Discuss safety glazing for the intended location and the chosen panel dimensions.

A coating option that can be reviewed with the solar-control and insulation brief.

Multiple glass layers with an interlayer; choose the build-up for the application.

Frosted Glass

Insulated Glass

Tinted Glass

A translucent appearance for spaces where visual privacy is preferred.

A sealed glass-unit option; thickness and spacer construction depend on the system.

A colour and appearance option to coordinate with the facade and daylight brief.

Final glass compatibility and performance are confirmed for the selected window system.

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03

Folding Hardware and Details

WANSLEY · Folding Hardware and Details

Keep the opening mechanism, frame joints and glass retention connected in the specification.

Horizontal Folding Connection

Side Panel Connections

Upward folding relies on the linked middle hinge and the head, side guides and support details.

Side-folding hinges connect the leaves and work with the supporting track and frame arrangement.

Alignment

Controlled Movement

Closing Details

Review the hinge positions, frame joints and meeting rails.

Select operating and support hardware for the panel weight and opening size.

Confirm handles, locking points and continuous sealing interfaces.

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04

Frame Finishes and Glazing Bars

WANSLEY · Frame Finishes and Glazing Bars

Match the metal finish and glass divisions to the wider window and door palette.

Charcoal with Glazing Bars Woodgrain Aluminum Finish

White Black Charcoal Bronze Woodgrain Custom

Choose a plain finish or a woodgrain aluminum appearance. Glazing bars can be included in

the selected layout where the system permits. Review a physical colour sample and the final

elevation before confirming the order.

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Aluminum Folding Windows

WANSLEY · Aluminum Folding Windows

Two opening styles for serving counters, indoor-outdoor connections and flexible everyday use.

Upward Bi-Folding

Side-Folding

Two stacked glazed leaves fold upward around a horizontal middle hinge, creating a service opening below. Plan the projection, head position and support hardware with the opening size.

Connected glazed leaves fold and stack at one or both sides of the opening. Select the panel arrangement, stack position and sill detail to suit the space.

Designed around the opening.

Choose the operation first, then coordinate the frame, glazing, finish, hardware and installation dimensions as one system.

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Upward Bi-Folding Windows

WANSLEY · Upward Bi-Folding Windows

A linked two-leaf arrangement for a clear service opening beneath the raised glass.

Linked Leaves

Head and Guides

Opening Clearance

The two glass leaves move together around the horizontal center hinge.

Head fixing, side guidance and support are planned for the chosen unit.

Allow space for the projecting folded leaves and the counter below.

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Side-Folding Windows

WANSLEY · Side-Folding Windows

An accordion arrangement that brings a group of glazed leaves together at the selected stack position.

Connected Panels

Chosen Stack Side

Track and Sill

Adjacent leaves are linked by hinges to form the folding group.

Panel count and stack direction are reviewed with the elevation.

Confirm the supporting frame, sill and installation interfaces.

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Cafe and Serving Windows

WANSLEY · Cafe and Serving Windows
WANSLEY · Cafe and Serving Windows

Connect preparation and service areas while keeping the product layout easy to understand.

Upward Service Window

Side-Folding Pass-Through

A raised pair of glass leaves creates access above a serving counter. Fixed transoms and adjacent openings can be coordinated with the facade.

A linked panel group folds away from the central service area. Review the stack position with the counter depth and surrounding furniture.

Counter Planning

Clear Operation

Glass Selection

Confirm the sill height, counter depth and access on both sides.

Keep furniture, signage and fittings clear of the moving leaves.

Specify glazing with the opening dimensions and intended use.

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Residential Connections

WANSLEY · Residential Connections
WANSLEY · Residential Connections
WANSLEY · Residential Connections
WANSLEY · Residential Connections

Bring kitchens, dining rooms and living spaces into the opening arrangement.

Garden-facing upward windows Kitchen-to-dining connection

Glazing bars in a living space Side-folding bathroom windows

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Upward Window Collection

WANSLEY · Upward Window Collection
WANSLEY · Upward Window Collection
WANSLEY · Upward Window Collection
WANSLEY · Upward Window Collection
WANSLEY · Upward Window Collection
WANSLEY · Upward Window Collection

A selection of the supplied upward bi-folding window scenes.

White / sage cafe Charcoal / white kiosk Black / urban cafe

Multi-bay terrace Charcoal / terracotta White / coastal facade

Choose the scene that fits your project.

Share your opening sizes, preferred frame finish and reference images to begin product selection.

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Side-Folding Window Collection

WANSLEY · Side-Folding Window Collection

A selection of the supplied side-folding window arrangements.

Panoramic urban opening Serving pass-through White kitchen connection

White frame / brick facade Black kitchen opening Garden-facing pass-through

Share your preferred panel arrangement.

Share your opening sizes, preferred frame finish and reference images to begin product selection.

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Custom Sizes and Layouts

WANSLEY · Custom Sizes and Layouts

Keep the wall opening, finished unit and installation interfaces clearly identified.

Overall frame width

Opening width x height

State the clear wall opening.

Finished frame size

Provide the outside frame size if specified.

Units

Use mm or inches consistently.

Wall and sill detail

Include wall depth, counter height and drainage.

Operation

Upward or side-folding; note the folding direction.

Overall frame height

Surrounding clearance

Show nearby walls, furniture and overhead fittings.

Sill / counter height

Frame size and wall opening are separate dimensions.

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From Drawing to Window

WANSLEY · From Drawing to Window
WANSLEY · From Drawing to Window

Review an elevation with the panel arrangement and the corresponding product view.

Illustrative elevation

Side-folding arrangement

Confirm the panel count, stack direction, fixed frame and sill. Keep the elevation and opening schedule consistent.

Illustrative elevation

Upward bi-folding arrangement

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Application Ideas

WANSLEY · Application Ideas
WANSLEY · Application Ideas
WANSLEY · Application Ideas
WANSLEY · Application Ideas
WANSLEY · Application Ideas
WANSLEY · Application Ideas

Use the supplied scenes to explore the role of folding windows in different spaces.

Cafe service counter Kitchen and dining Garden-facing opening

Residential lounge Indoor-outdoor kitchen Bathroom and garden

Plan the opening with its surroundings.

Share your opening sizes, preferred frame finish and reference images to begin product selection.

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Ordering Process and Project Support

A clear project brief connects product selection, order preparation and delivery planning.

Inquiry and brief

Opening measurements

Layout review

Specification approval

Dispatch and site planning

Protection and packing

Production and checks

Order confirmation

Why choose a coordinated supply approach?

Product Selection

Drawing Review

Material Choices

Bring operation, colour and glazing choices together.

Check layouts against an identified opening schedule.

Review finishes and glazing for the selected system.

Operation Planning

Packing Support

After-Sales Guidance

Confirm folding direction and clearance around the unit.

Plan protection and handling around each finished product.

Keep the product specification and care information on record.

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Production Workshop

WANSLEY · Production Workshop

Profile preparation, frame assembly and hardware fitting follow the selected window design.

Illustrative production scene.

Profile Preparation

Frame and Panel Assembly

Hardware Fitting

Cutting and machining are planned from the approved sizes, section details and connection requirements.

Hinges, guides, handles and locking details are matched to the selected opening arrangement.

Frames and glazed leaves are prepared with attention to alignment, joints and finished surfaces.

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Quality Inspection

WANSLEY · Quality Inspection

Review the assembled unit with its opening type, glazing and packing specification.

Illustrative inspection scene.

Frame alignment

Review dimensions, joints and the meeting rails.

Glass and retention

Check the glazing build-up, beads and visible glass condition.

Opening movement

Review folding connections and the travel of the linked leaves.

Closing interfaces

Check the handles, locking details and sealing contacts.

Surface and protection

Inspect visible finishes and protect edges before packing.

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People and Project Coordination

WANSLEY · People and Project Coordination

Turn a reference image into a clear product brief with the dimensions and options recorded.

Illustrative project consultation scene.

Design Coordination

Specification Confirmation

Review the opening location, folding style, panel layout and frame appearance together. Use drawings, site photographs and finish samples to make the choices clear.

Confirm the measurements, glass, hardware, sill requirements and quantity before order preparation. Keep the final elevation linked to the opening schedule.

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Packing and Shipping Preparation

WANSLEY · Packing and Shipping Preparation

Finished windows need suitable surface, glass and edge protection throughout handling.

Illustrative packing scene.

Protected Surfaces

Unit Organization

Site Handling

Use suitable wrapping and corner protection for finished frames, glass and projecting hardware.

Coordinate racks or crates with the unit dimensions and the delivery schedule.

Plan unloading access and storage with the installer before the products arrive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clarify the product choices and project information before requesting a quotation.

What opening styles are shown?

Is the woodgrain frame real wood?

The collection includes upward bi-folding windows with two stacked leaves, and side-folding windows with connected panels that stack at the chosen side.

The wood-coloured aluminum examples represent a woodgrain finish. Confirm the substrate and surface specification with the selected series.

Can the sizes and layouts be customized?

Which glass options can be reviewed?

Send the opening dimensions and preferred arrangement. Feasibility depends on the selected frame system, panel dimensions, glass and hardware.

Tempered, Low-E, laminated, frosted, insulated and tinted options can be discussed. The final build-up must match the window system and project use.

What clearance is needed?

How is performance confirmed?

Show the surrounding wall, ceiling, counter and furniture. Clearance is reviewed for the moving leaves, stack position and supporting hardware.

Request the selected system specification and any applicable test documentation for the intended market, size and glass arrangement.

What care information is needed?

What should I send first?

Keep the care guidance for the supplied finish, glazing and hardware. Keep sill and guide areas clear and follow the specified maintenance instructions.

Start with widths and heights, units, quantities, opening locations and a product reference image. Add drawings, wall details and the destination when available.

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MATERIALS → MANUFACTURING → DELIVERY

A coordinated production sequence.

Materials, dimensions, finish and operating parts are coordinated with the approved drawing for the selected system.

WANSLEY Materials & components workshop reference

STEP 01

Materials & components

Check the selected profiles, glass or panels, gaskets and hardware against the approved configuration.

WANSLEY Cutting & machining workshop reference

STEP 02

Cutting & machining

Prepare component lengths, fixing positions, drainage and hardware interfaces for the selected system.

WANSLEY Frame & moving parts workshop reference

STEP 03

Frame & moving parts

Assemble the frame, sash or panels with the specified connectors and operating hardware.

WANSLEY Hardware & operation workshop reference

STEP 04

Hardware & operation

Fit handles, locks, hinges, tracks or drive components and check their operation.

WANSLEY Glazing & seals workshop reference

STEP 05

Glazing & seals

Fit the specified glazing or infill, seals and finishing components.

WANSLEY Inspection & export packing workshop reference

STEP 06

Inspection & export packing

Check dimensions, finish, movement and identification; protect surfaces, corners and loose accessories for shipment.

Workshop images illustrate the supplied production environments. Equipment and the sequence of operations depend on the selected product.

WANSLEY · FOSHAN, CHINA

Manufacturing and project support.

WANSLEY factory night view selected by WANSLEY

WANSLEY is a professional Chinese manufacturer of architectural windows and doors, with more than a decade of production and export supply experience. We bring research and development, manufacturing and sales together to deliver one-stop solutions for the whole building.

Share your opening schedule, destination, preferred material, finish and operating requirements. Our team will coordinate system selection, drawings, manufacturing, inspection and export preparation.

This series guide presents configuration and application references. Individual illustrations can show alternative systems or finishes. Material, construction, dimensions, operating hardware, performance documentation and packing follow the final approved product specification.

HOW WE WORK

Your project, step by step.

01

Project brief

02

Drawings & system review

03

Configuration proposal

04

Quotation & approval

05

Detail confirmation

06

Manufacturing

07

Inspection & packing

08

Installation guidance

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