Gold Series Weatherseals are a premium sealing solution for the most demanding applications. Fenestration components that may be exposed to direct UV and/or coastal (high salt content) exposure and extreme weather conditions are excellent candidates for Gold Series Weatherseals. Available in multiple color variations and profile sizes, Gold Series Weatherseals are the answer to the harshest sealing conditions.
Typical Uses:
The ultimate answer for these fenestration markets:
– High end residential – Light commercial
– Multi-unit residential – Heavy commercial
– Architectural
Ultra Pile Weatherstripping is perfectly suited for applications requiring vibration reduction, dust and pest control. Our patented pile director technology allows for the pile filaments to stand firmly upward and provide exceptional compression set resistance.
Typical Uses:
Storm and entry doors
Perimeter applications requiring vibration elimination
Dust and pest control
Secondary seal for applications requiring additional protection
Details:
Self-supporting pile, with built in ‘pile directors’, improves resiliency and reduces compression set
Solid polypropylene backing inserts more easily, saving time and reducing waste
Pile height and backing width are always uniform because of ULTRAFAB’s unique non-woven manufacturing systems
Ultra Pile® weatherseals have a structural integrity and consistency which assures a tight seal against air and water infiltration
No possibility of off-center pile that binds, breaks or stretches in an extrusion
ULTRAFAB’s unique ultrasonic welding assembles the fibers and backing into an integrated, unified assembly that won’t break apart during fabrication or while in use
Need a fin? Ask about Ultra Fin®, Soft Touch Fin® or Tri-Fin®
Ultra Fin™ Weatherstrip provides maximum performance for sealing out air and water penetration. The clear pliable weather barrier provides excellent compression set resistance to allow for maximum sealing. The clear fin allows for transparent sealing and the pile is available in multiple color
Typical Uses:
The ultimate answer for these fenestration markets:
Double Hung, Slider and patio door applications.
Fenestration applications where aggressive sealing options are required.
Design flexibility to develop a seal that works best in your application!
Details:
A single pliable barrier fin in a unified assembly with self-supporting pile and built-in “pile directors”, provides an excellent seal with low opening force and low friction
Solid polypropylene backing inserts more easily, saving time and reducing waste
Pile height and backing width are always uniform because of ULTRAFAB’s unique non-woven manufacturing systems
No possibility of off-center pile that binds, breaks or stretches in an extrusion
ULTRAFAB’s unique ultrasonic welding assembles the fin, fibers and backing into an integrated, unified assembly that won’t break apart during fabrication or while in use
Ultrafab’s Tri-Fin Weatherstripping is a premium weatherseal designed for maximum sealing performance. The Tri-Fin configuration reduces air flow penetration on average of 25% in fenestration applications where standard single fin weatherseals are used (Test results based on Ultrafab internal testing). Available in multiple yarn density levels and both clear film and Soft Touch ® material configurations. Tri-Fin Weatherstripping is the answer to today’s most demanding sealing applications based on the changing requirements of the fenestration market.
Typical Uses:
Fenestration applications requiring MAXIMUM air and water infiltration protection.
High end product applications
Applications requiring demanding or extreme weathering conditions.
Details:
Tri-Fin® is proven more effective in blocking air leakage.
In laboratory tests that compared Ultrafab’s Tri-Fin® to Ultrafab’s single fin, the results showed that Ultrafab’s Tri-Fin® exhibited less air leakage than Ultrafab’s single fin. Tri-Fin’s® air leakage tested 33.6% better than single fin in a double hung window, 44.4% better in a horizontal slider, and 21.9% better in a sliding door.
Three pliable barrier fins integrated into an assembly with self-supporting pile dramatically improves overall performance.
Built-in “pile directors” providing the ultimate seal in a pile and fin weatherseal.
Tests have indicated a 25% improvement in air infiltration compared to a single fin.
Pile height and backing width are always uniform because of ULTRAFAB’s unique non-woven manufacturing systems.
Tri-Fin® weatherseals have the structural integrity and consistency which assures a tight seal and barrier against air and water infiltration.
Ultra Soft fin Weatherstripping is soft fin based weatherseal that provides superior sealing capability while allowing for quiet operation. The polypropylene base material allows for toughness and durability once in the application, yet the soft texture provides smooth and quiet operation. Available in multiple density, color and fin configurations.
Typical Uses:
Fenestration applications requiring the ultimate in quiet operation!
Multiple fin options allow for flexibility in design to “customize” sealing options.
Both residential and commercial fenestration applications.
Details:
A soft, non-woven fabric fin in a unified assembly with self-supporting pile, and built-in ‘pile/fin directors’, provides an excellent seal with very low friction.
Solid polypropylene backing inserts more easily, saving time and reducing waste.
Pile height and backing width are always uniform because of ULTRAFAB’s unique non-woven manufacturing systems.
Soft Touch Fin® weatherseals have the structural integrity and consistency which assures a tight seal and barrier against air and water infiltration.
Excellent for applications that require a quiet operating seal.
No possibility of off-center pile that binds, breaks or stretches in an extrusion
ULTRAFAB’s unique ultrasonic welding assembles the fin, fibers and backing into an integrated, unified assembly that won’t break apart during fabrication or while in use.
Need more fins? Ask about Tri-Fin® with triple fins or side fins
Ultra Reach Weatherstrip is a custom HIGH reaching fin weather-seal specially designed for smooth sliding operation and noise suppression. Particularly useful for patio doors where quiet function is required yet seal integrity is a must. Available in multiple colors and pile height options.
Typical Uses:
Patio Doors
Sliding applications where “noiseless” operation is required.
Excessive gap areas to provide an additional barrier against air infiltration.
Details:
A single pliable barrier fin in a unified assembly with
self-supporting pile and built-in “pile directors”, provides an excellent seal with low opening force and low friction
Solid polypropylene backing inserts more easily, saving time and reducing waste
Pile height and backing width are always uniform because of ULTRAFAB’s unique non-woven manufacturing systems
Ultra Reach™ weatherseals have the structural integrity and consistency which assures a tight seal and barrier against
air and water infiltration
No possibility of off-center pile that binds, breaks or stretches
in an extrusion
ULTRAFAB’s unique ultrasonic welding assembles the fin, fibers and backing into an integrated, unified assembly that won’t break apart during fabrication or while in use
Need more fins or a softer fin?
Ask about Soft Touch Fin®, Tri Fin®, or side fins
Ultrafab’s premium kerf mounted pile Weatherstripping is available in multiple pile height and fin configurations. Perfect for retention slot/recessed groove applications and compression and casement seal locations. Available in multiple backing options to assure secure fit and pile and fin configurations for ultimate sealing.
Typical Uses:
Wood Windows with standard kerf mount groove
Casement windows for perimeter seal barrier
Awning windows for secondary air infiltration seal protection
Details:
Pile heights from .130” to .750”
Pile height and backing width are always uniform because of ULTRAFAB’s unique non-woven manufacturing systems
Co-extruded options for easy insertion
Available in all standard pile colors
Custom profiles available
ULTRAFAB’s unique ultrasonic welding assembles the fin, fibers and backing into an integrated, unified assembly that won’t break apart during fabrication or while in use
Available in all ULTRAFAB pile types: Ultra Pile®, Ultra Fin®,
Tri-Fin®, Soft Touch Fin® and Ultra-Reach Fin™
Ultrafab’s Ultra-Plug Weatherseals come in a variety of configurations to meet your application design requirements. Brush and fin heights range from .130” to 2” and are available in a wide variety of widths. Custom “kiss-cut” and cut to length options allow for specific fit in tight areas (i.e. meeting rail corners, inside balance locations to reduce “chimney” air effects...) Flexible based options allow for wrapping tight radius and smooth fit across weld seams. Available in a multiple of adhesive options.
Typical Uses:
Fenestration applications requiring specific leak path control
Meeting rail and corner areas to reduce high leak areas
Weld seam locations
Chimney effect air leakage blocking alternative
Corner wrap and available in EXACT sizes and custom shapes
Details:
Multiple strips of pile weatherseal cut to size for your specific dustplug application
Eliminates the need for costly metal-backed dust plugs
Fins can be placed in any or all rows of pile for desired sealing performance
Solid polypropylene and pile/fin directors provide a rigid base with no need for an additional metal backing
Pile height and backing width are always uniform because of ULTRAFAB’s unique non-woven manufacturing systems
Ultra Plug® dust plugs have the structural integrity and consistency which assures a tight seal and barrier against air and water infiltration
ULTRAFAB’s unique ultrasonic welding assembles the fin, fibers and backing into an integrated, unified assembly that won’t break apart during fabrication or while in use
A custom backing feature specifically designed for the window fabricator. Ultra-Loc ™ backing allows for Weatherstripping to be inserted into full length extrusion lineals from a single end. The “tabs” create T-slot interference holding the inserted Weatherstripping firmly in place reducing slippage. Used in conjunction with Ultrafab’s Pile Insertion Equipment (P.I.M.), allows for ease of insertion and labor savings.
Typical Uses:
Window Fabricators searching for a weatherseal to “lock” in to retention slot without slippage
A custom backing feature specifically designed for the fenestration profile extruder to be inserted “inline”. The Ultra-Grip “legs” design/create T-slot channel interference and eliminate slippage of the Weatherstripping during insertion direct at point of extrusion. Used in conjunction with Ultrafab supplied insertion equipment technology results in large labor savings and accurate insertion every time.
Typical Uses:
Extruders looking for options to eliminate slippage in retention “T” slots
Extruders trying to eliminate staking in their process
Extruders who wish to insert “in line” automatically utilizing ULTRAFAB’s patented pile insertion equipment.
Details:
Solid polypropylene backing inserts more easily, saving time and reducing waste
Ultra-Grip® backing has legs on the backing which hold the backing in place
No possibility of off-center pile that binds, breaks or stretches
in an extrusion
ULTRAFAB’s unique ultrasonic welding assembles the fin, fibers and backing into an integrated, unified assembly that won’t break apart during fabrication or while in use
Ultra-Grip® is designed to be inserted using ULTRAFAB’s patented automation equipment which can be used by either fabricators or extruders
Available in a multitude of backing widths, pile heights and adhesive options, Ultra-Tect™ custom line of products allow for proper sealing for difficult or extreme custom applications which demand a specifically designed seal. Let Ultrafab’s application engineering experts work with you on your custom requirements!
Typical Uses:
Fenestration applications where “customization” of weatherseals options is paramount!
Applications requiring odd retention slot widths and pile heights.
Multiple filaments available including heavy duty monofilaments and extremely high density yarn blends for maximum sealing.
Details:
A totally robust weatherseal that uses compacted fibers and ULTRAFAB’s unique pile directors to build an extremely durable, cost effective product
Extra durable monofilament fibers can be blended with regular fibers for maximum resistance to compression
Fins can be added to promote resiliency and long term
protection from the elements
Solid polypropylene and “pile directors” provide a rigid base with no need for an additional metal backing
Pile height and backing width are always uniform because of ULTRAFAB’s unique non-woven manufacturing systems
Ultra-tect® architectural pile uses trilobal yarns for optimal structural integrity and consistency which assures a tight seal and barrier against air and water infiltration
ULTRAFAB’s unique ultrasonic welding assembles the fin, fibers and backing into an integrated, unified assembly that won’t break apart during fabrication or while in use
Q-Series square and diamond shaped backing options are perfect for astragal and architectural/industrial door sealing applications.
Typical Uses:
Door bottom applications
Astragal and commercial door applications
Details:
A totally robust weatherseal that uses compacted fibers and ULTRAFAB’s unique pile directors to build an extremely durable, cost effective product
Extra durable monofilament fibers can be blended with regular fibers for maximum resistance to compression
Fins can be added to promote resiliency and long term protection from the elements
Solid polypropylene base and “pile directors” provide a rigid backing with no need for an additional metal backing
Pile height and backing width are always uniform because of ULTRAFAB’s unique non-woven manufacturing systems
Q Series pile weatherseal uses round yarns for optimal structural integrity and consistency which assures a tight seal and barrier against air and water infiltration
ULTRAFAB’s unique ultrasonic welding assembles the fin, fibers and backing into an integrated, unified assembly that won’t break apart during fabrication or while in use
Ultrafab integrates CAD-based technology with multi-axis EDM machining centers to develop high quality extrusion dies at reasonable prices. Dies are designed and manufactured for high quality tight tolerances, excellent processing properties and long life. Tooling is designed for efficient manufacturing which means more cost effective products for you.
Service Features:
Let Ultrafab help you reduce your development lead time!!!
Fine tuned die development means exact dimensional requirements are met every time.
Detailed quality documentation developed for consistent manufacturing each time.
State of the Art tooling development program allows for brief “Concept to Implementation” cycle, allowing for production much faster!!!
Extremely low surface friction, this specially formulated TPE material is a great, low cost alternative to foam. It’s easy to clean; dust and dirt wipe off easily. Superior performance, select any base configuration, T-slot or Push-in.
Typical Uses:
The ultimate answer for these fenestration markets:
High end residential – Light commercial
Multi-unit residential – Heavy commercial
Architectural
Compression applications (Primary casement and awning seals)
Product Features:
Extremely low coefficient of surface fiction
Superior compression set resistance
Unmatched wear resistance
There is no extruded coating to wear off; there are no beads of polyolefin to reduce the effective sealing area
Specially formulated TPE is throughout the bulb wall for excellent operating performance and long life
NOTE: Our UltraGlide® seal formulation can be used on all our standard TPE/PP seals
High quality, UV stabilized TPE material offers excellent compression set resistance. Ultra Glide® formulation also available with standard and custom backing widths. Offset T-slots available low surface friction, this specially formulated TPE material is a great, low cost alternative to foam. It’s easy to clean; dust and dirt wipe off easily. Superior performance, select any base configuration, T-slot or Push-in.
Typical Uses:
The ultimate answer for these fenestration markets:
High end residential – Light commercial
Multi-unit residential – Heavy commercial
Architectural
Compression applications (Primary casement and awning seals)
Product Features:
Multitude of backing options to fit varying T slot profiles
Backing enhancements can be added to “lock” into extruded T slot channel and reduce slipping
Automation systems for easy bulb seal insertion
Engineered Resins for extreme applications
No extruded coating to wear off; there are no beads of polyolefin to reduce the effective sealing area
Specially formulated TPE is throughout the bulb wall for excellent operating performance and long life
High quality TPE material in a variety of shapes and sizes for kerf mounting or dart mounting in vinyl, aluminum or wood kerf retention slots.
Typical Uses:
The ultimate answer for these fenestration markets:
High end residential – Light commercial
Multi-unit residential – Heavy commercial
Architectural
Compression applications (Primary casement and awning seals)
Product Features:
Co-extruded options for easy insertion
Available in all standard pile colors
Custom profiles available
ULTRAFAB’s unique ultrasonic welding assembles the fin, fibers and backing into an integrated, unified assembly that won’t break apart during fabrication or while in use
Available in all ULTRAFAB pile types: Ultra Pile®, Ultra Fin®, Tri-Fin®, Soft Touch Fin® and Ultra-Reach Fin™
Versatile, durable, high quality seals; excellent for sliding applications. Single direction angle allows for seal compression while providing low operational force.
Product Features:
Casement and awning secondary seals
Applications where sealing requires low operational force
Reverse directional leaf allow for maximum air/water penetration resistance as a “first barrier” weatherseal
An extremely durable “dual” sealing product that allows for ease of operational force where recessed frame channels require movement of the window panel while seated in a channel.
Typical Uses:
The ultimate answer for these fenestration markets:
Aluminum windows or frames with recessed “U” channel
Mobile housing
Fenestration requirements for vehicle production
Product Features:
Low break away force
Glide strip provides reduction in force resistance
Dual seal capability – internal/external
Custom design depending on application and conditions
Industry leading Pro-Lon™ Foam Seals stand up to the real world torture of time and temperature. Tests prove high-quality Pro-Lon™ seals are able to withstand compression set in the most extreme conditions.
The ultimate answer for these fenestration markets:
Pro-Lon™ Foam Seals for windows are available in kerf insertion designs for wood, composite, and aluminum window
T-slot designs for vinyl, aluminum, and composite windows
Sky Light
Industrial enclosures
Product Features
Extreme resistance to compression set; maintaining seal integrity
Resistance to shrinkage and hindering leakage
Low coefficient of friction outer film allows for tough exterior integrity while aiding in reduced operational force requirements
Pro-Lon™ door seal is designed and field proven to move with a door, through expansion and contraction. Pro-Lon™ will take severe compression and then rebound into its original size and shape. It accommodates as much as 5/16” / 7.94mm movement of a door away from a seal.
The ultimate answer for these fenestration markets:
Pro-Lon™ Foam Seals for doors are available in multiple retention designs (i.e. kerf, magnetic…) designs for wood, composite, and aluminum doors
Foam seals for doors can be cut to length or provided continuous on a reel
Four standard colors are available.
Product Features
Excellent compression set resistance
Multiple height options allow for seal integrity for uneven gap requirements
Low coefficient of friction outer film allows for tough exterior integrity while aiding in reduced operational force requirements
