IBS 2013
VIDEO
KOLBE AT IBS 2013
Walk Through the Kolbe Booth (01/24/13)
Kolbe attended the 2013 International Builders' Show (IBS) in Las Vegas. This video walk-through demonstrates the massive sizes of the displays, as well as the many innovative new products and options.
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On Our Website: Product Highlights & Links
VIDEO
PRODUCT DEMO AT IBS 2013
Ultra Series 90-Degree TerraSpan Lift & Slide Door 01/24/13
This corner lift & slide door unit includes stacking door panels on one side and pocketing panels on the other. Operation is nearly effortless, creating a massive expanse.
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On Our Website: Product Details
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PRODUCT DEMO AT IBS 2013
Ultra Series Folding Door Unit with More Viewing Area (01/24/13)
This folding door unit includes folding panels and two swinging panels that open like a French door. Narrow stiles and top rail allow a massive daylight opening.
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On Our Website: Product Details
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NEW! PRODUCT DEMO AT IBS 2013
Windquest Series Impact Performance Slider 01/29/13
This single slider meets Performance Grade 60 and has Miami-Dade NOA. It features an automatic locking system and sash that are removable for cleaning.
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On Our Website: Product Details
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NEW! PRODUCT DEMO AT IBS 2013
Heritage Series Entrance Door (01/29/13)
Kolbe doors can be customized for traditional or contemporary styles. This traditional door features a 2-1/4" thick door panel built of Alder, with high profile, custom moulding, sidelites with glass and more.
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On Our Website: Product Details
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NEW! PRODUCT DEMO AT IBS 2013
Latitude Series Crank-Out Casement (01/29/13)
Latitude Series two-wide casement unit with Beige vinyl exterior, PDL bars, Baltimore brickmould coated in a Rustic color, and interior white laminate with Satin Nickel hardware.
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On Our Website: Product Details
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NEW! PRODUCT DEMO AT IBS 2013
Heritage Series Push-Out Casement (01/29/13)
Heritage Series push-out casement with Saepele wood interior. One opening includes a multi-point locking system & retractable screen, while the other has single-point locks & an inswing screen. PDL bars form a Prairie-style pattern, 2" brickmould and Basil fluoropolymer finish enhance the exterior.
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On Our Website: Product Details
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NEW! PRODUCT DEMO AT IBS 2013
Ultra Series Multi-Slide Doors (01/29/13)
Ultra Series multi-slide doors with 70% fluoropolymer exterior finish. Door panels can stack open or push into a pocket in the wall. Track fillers are incorporated into the sill for smooth, sliding operation.
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On Our Website: Press Release
Note: This product will be available for sale later in 2013.
Product Demos 2012
CUSTOM PRODUCT (02/12)
Contemporary Inswing Entrance Door with Operating Sidelite
Extruded aluminum exterior with fluoropolymer exterior finish
Coal Black frame, custom Red door
2" flat casing in Coal Black
Tempered, frosted matte glass
White Oak interior with custom Ebony stain
Adjustable hinges & Hoppe custom handle set in Brushed Chrome
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CUSTOM PRODUCT (02/12)
Ultra Series Folding Window
4 folding door panels
Extruded aluminum clad exterior with fluoropolymer finish
Exterior color: Gingersnap
Ogee casing
Vertical grain fir on interior with Chestnut stain
Concealed shoot bolt hardware & handle in Matte Black
Pleated screen
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NEW PRODUCT (02/12)*
Ultra Series XL Awning
Exterior has extruded aluminum cladding
Exterior finish is a durable 70% PVDF fluoropolymer coating in Coal Black
Custom black interior finish
Energy efficient, insulating LoE²-270 glass with black spacer
Performance divided lites with 1-3/4" wide bars
Satin Nickel heavy duty hardware
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*Sample product as demonstrated at IBS 2012; official product introduction 11/05/12
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (02/2012)
90° Custom Mulled Window Unit
Beveled direct sets and crank-out awnings mulled with a 90° narrow corner post
Exterior is extruded aluminum cladding with clear anodized finish
Interior is Maple with clear coat finish
Awnings have Marvel concealed motorized operators
Glazing beads are a square profile
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If you'd like to know the details behind the products, go to Kolbe's Displays at IBS 2012: Product Details .
PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (11/05/2012)
Retractable Screens
Now available for Ultra Series Crank-Out Casements & Awnings, Crank-Out EP Casements & Awnings, and XL Awnings
Available factory-applied
Kits available for installation in the field, including on previously-installed windows
BetterVue screen mesh
Rustic-colored hardware cartridge
Frame Width: Min. 20", Max. 75"
Frame Height: Min. 16", Max. 96"
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CUSTOM PRODUCTS (02/12)
Radius-Top Sterling Double Hungs, both include:
Extruded aluminum clad exterior
Fluoropolymer exterior finish with 30-year limited warranty
Performance Divided Lites with 5/8" wide bars for historical appearance
2-1/8" projected sill nosing
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CUSTOM PRODUCT (02/12)
Cottage-Style Sterling Double Hung
Cottage-style with bottom sash taller than top sash
Extruded aluminum clad exterior
3-1/2" flat casing & sill nosing
Ultra Pure White fluoropolymer exterior finish with 30-year limited warranty
Interior finish in Bright White
5/8" wide PDL bars in top sash
Antique Nickel sash lift handles
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Product Demonstrations 2011 & Before
PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (10/2011)
TerraSpan® Lift & Slide Doors
Expansive Openings:
Panel Height: Min. 78'', Max. 144''
Panel Width: Min. 30'', Max. 72''
Max. 10 panels per unit
Panels can either recess into a wall pocket or stack
Over 900 operational configurations
Also available as 90° corner units
K-Force impact units up to 8 ft tall meet DP50, 10 ft tall meet DP45
Impact certified to IPD4
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (10/2011)
TerraSpan® Lift & Slide Doors
Expansive Openings:
Panel Height: Min. 78'', Max. 144''
Panel Width: Min. 30'', Max. 72''
Max. 10 panels per unit
Panels can either recess into a wall pocket or stack
Over 900 operational configurations
Also available as 90° corner units
K-Force impact units up to 8 ft tall meet DP50, 10 ft tall meet DP45
Impact certified to IPD4
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PRODUCT DEMO (02/15/10)
TerraSpan® Lift & Slide Doors
Expansive pocketing or stacking doors; max 10 panels
Panel ht min 36", max. 144"; width min 30", for widths greater than 72" contact Kolbe
Hardware, finish and sill options
Phantom® Motorized Executive Screens
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (04/1/11)
Heritage Series Tilt-Turn Windows
Wood interior & exterior
K-Kron II exterior finish in Manchester
3-1/2" exterior brickmould with backband
Performance divided lites with 2-1/4" wide bars
Cherry interior with custom stain color
Solid brass handle set operates multi-point locks
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (03/08/11)
Windquest Series EP Casement
Energy performance of R5
Triple pane glass unit
Folding crank handle operation
Exterior finish is available
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (03/08/11)
Windquest Series Casement with Transom
Impact-rated products
Exterior polyester finish available
Folding crank handle
Stainless steel hardware
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION
Windquest Series Single Hung (03/08/11)
Constant force balances for easy operation
Bottom sash tilts-in & is removable
Locks automatically when the sash is pushed down
Brickmould & sill nosing on exterior
Black polyurethane finish on exterior
Meets impact certification of IPD4
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (03/08/11)
Heritage Series Old World Classic Double Hung
Custom curved Double Hung
Single pane glass with True Divided Lites
Mahogany construction
Ogee lugs on exterior for historic style
Brass pully system, solid brass chains & alloyed weights
Proportionate balance between sash & weights makes operation nearly effortless
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (03/08/11)
Ultra Series Casement Window with Motorized Operator
Allows people with disabilities or reduced arm strength to operate with the touch of a button
Performance divided lites in a custom design
Exterior has 3-1/2" brickmould & sill nosing
Custom exterior finish
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (03/08/11)
Awning Window with Motorized Operator
Transom is an awning window with an electric operator
Simple, push-buttom operation
Useful for hard-to-reach applications
Interior is Lamboo® engineered bamboo
Exterior is extruded aluminum cladding with
anodized metallic finish
Bottom unit is an Ultra Series Sterling Double Hung
Dual action latching lever allows sash to tilt in for cleaning
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (03/04/11)
Latitude® Series Spread Mulls
Vinyl interior & exterior
20+ exterior color options
10-year limited exterior finish warranty
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (03/01/11)
Ultra Series Folding Doors
Expansive openings, up to 45' of unobstructed views
4 basic operations available
Panel height min. 30", max. 120"; width min. 27", max. 36"
Hardware, finish and sill options
Optional interior pleated sliding screen
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (03/01/11)
Latitude® Series Segment Head Casements
Vinyl interior & exterior
20+ exterior color options
10-year limited exterior finish warranty
Stainless steel exterior hardware helps to prevent corrosion in seacoast areas
Profiled sash and interior "sticking" provides a traditional appearance
Multi-point locks operate with a single lever for convenience
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PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION (02/17/11)
Ultra Series Garden-Aire Sliding Patio Doors with ADA-Compliant Sill Ramp
Exterior is extruded aluminum cladding; interior is pine
Smooth, sliding operation
ADA-Compliant ramp sill option shown
Transom with 3-3/8" wide vertical PDL bar
Door lite with 1-3/4" wide horizontal PDL bars
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3D Tutorials
KOLBE TUTORIAL (02/21/2012)
Ultra Series Folding Door Revit Models
Flush mount sill
Editable width, height, # of panels and wall offset
Over 30 exterior colors to choose
Many interior wood species available
Model is detailed and easy to use
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New Folding Door Revit Models
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KOLBE TUTORIAL (05/04/09)
Ultra Series Revit Models
Kolbe data and links associated with models
Performance divided lites in colonial patterns
A variety of exterior trim options
Over 30 exterior colors to choose from
Extensive selection of Ultra Series Models
Models are detailed and easy to use
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NOTE: If you are running Revit 2012, there is a known bug that will cause errors in Kolbe 3d model families. The error will be fixed if you install Revit 2012 Web Update 1, which is available from Revit Clinic .
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KOLBE TUTORIAL (05/04/09)
Downloading Kolbe SketchUp Models
Downloading 3D Revit & SketchUp models from Kolbe's website
Downloading 3D SketchUp models from Google™ 3D warehouse
Exterior casing and brickmould
Over 30 exterior colors to choose from
Wide selection of interior wood species and stain colors
SketchUp models available in Ultra and Windquest Series; Revit models available in Ultra Series
Models are architecturally detailed and easy to use
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KOLBE TUTORIAL (05/04/09)
SketchUp Models for Ultra & Windquest® Series Products
Performance divided lites in colonial pattern
Grilles in air space in colonial pattern
Exterior casing and brickmould
Over 30 exterior colors to choose from
Wide selection of interior wood species and stain colors
Model available in Ultra and Windquest Series
Designer door hardware
Models are architecturally detailed and easy to use
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KOLBE TUTORIAL (05/04/09)
SketchUp Models for Ultra Series TerraSpan® Lift & Slide Doors
7 dynamic models and 7 static models
Corner, stacking, and pocketing models
Reconfigure panel height, panel width, and number of panels in component options
Over 30 exterior colors to choose from
Wide selection of interior wood species and stain colors
Designer door hardware
Models are architecturally detailed and easy to use
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Videos from 2010 and Earlier
Other Videos available on YouTUBE:
Point Five Entrance Door System at IBS 2012 (02/2012)
Majesta® Double Hung Windows (02/15/10)
TerraSpan® Lift & Slide Doors (New product 02/15/10)
Laminated Engineered Bamboo (LVB) Window at GreenBuild 2010
Energy Efficient Windows and Custom Wood Doors from Kolbe (by Kleber Advertising at GreenBuild 2009)
Kolbe Windows in Earthquake Test (January 2007)
Impact Test (09/01/2005)
WSAW Channel 7 Wausau News Story (available at left)