Unsung heroes
A rigid material without plasticisers, uPVC is very tough and has low conductivity, making it perfect for a window frame
High achiever
uPVC windows and doors are highperformance options ideal for Australia’s hot coastal environment. We speak to Tracey Wakefield, managing director of Plustec, to find out more.
A vital feature of the home, windows are often highly underestimated. From an energy point of view, windows are the weakest link in the building fabric, and this is particularly true in Australia where oversized windows are a popular trend. While uPVC windows are not new to Australia, most of us are unaware of these high-performance — but relatively lowcost — windows and their benefits.
A rigid material without plasticisers, uPVC is very tough and has low conductivity, making it perfect for a window frame. Comprising more than 50
