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You can feel confident turning to the professionals at Vytex

Windows, a family-owned and -operated business. Our founder,

Andy Weinrub, learned the business from the ground up, seeing

first-hand the pitfalls that arose when the product didn’t meet the

expectations of the homeowner. He quickly learned how critical it

was to use the best materials and the best production process to be

certain that replacement windows and doors fit just as well as the

originals and provide even better performance. That is what he set

out to do when he launched Vytex more than three decades ago as

a family owned-and-operated business. Today, Andy’s son Adam

serves as President, and the entire Weinrub family is involved in the

day-to-day operations of the company.

Vytex crafts custom windows and doors inside our state-of-the-art,

260,000+ square-foot manufacturing facility and showroom in the

Baltimore-Washington region. The company utilizes cutting-edge

technology, and the industry’s finest equipment to manufacture

products that are strong and durable enough to withstand the test of

time and last for decades in your home. Unlike many manufacturers,

Vytex insulates all its own glass – in an on-site clean room that ensures

exceptionally clean glass that far exceeds industry standards.

With more than 30 years of experience manufacturing windows and

doors, Vytex is recognized as one of the top 100 window manufacturers

in the country. Vytex has also been awarded multiple Crystal

Achievement Awards – a highly coveted award in the window and

door industry. The company is proud to be a member of the American

Architectural Manufacturers Association, and to maintain an A+ rating

with the Better Business Bureau. In addition, Vytex partners with the

ENERGY STAR program to manufacture some of the most energy-

efficient windows on the market.

When you choose Vytex Windows for your home, you can be sure that

you are getting the absolute best products and service on the market.

VYTEX – A NAME YOU CAN TRUST FOR QUALITY, DURABILITY & MUCH MOREVytex - A Name You

Can Trust for Quality, Durability & Much More

Energy Savings Never Looked So Good.

The Weinrub FamilyAdam, Magdalena,

Andy, and Olivia

The Vytex Fortis Series is one of the world’s most efficient window systems and includes the most

advanced features and technologies available. Fortis Series windows are manufactured from

the highest-grade materials and tested to meet or exceed industry standards. They’re virtually

maintenance-free, and will keep their like-new beauty and performance year after year.

Welded sash and frame corners means durability and dependability

Special formula PVC never needs painting, makes cleaning a snap, and prevents scratching or denting

Both sashes tilt in for easy cleaning

Patent pending Stainless Steel Constant Force balance system allows easy, fingertip window operation

Integral interlock keeps windows closed tight for added security and weatherproofing

VyCoreTM Foam insulation in the frame and sash provides maximum insulating performance

Triple weatherstripping at all sealing locations decreases air and water penetration. This unique weatherstripping also incorporates antimicrobial protection to help keep indoor fresh, and to prevent dust, mold and mildew from building up on windows

Elegant, sculpted exterior for superior curbside appeal

Full 7/8” sealed Insulated Glass Unit for increased insulating power

Tight, mortise-cut sill dam wall adds structural integrity and decreases air and water infiltration

5% True sloped sill with interlocking sash provides improved water drainage

ThermaCoreTM composite reinforcement in meeting rails adds strength & reduces thermal conductivity

DP R-50 Rating—171 mph wind load (180% stronger than industry minimum)

D O U B L E H U N G

Thinking Green?

Vytex’s Envirosealed™ energy-eff icient windows can lower energy bills and ensure a greener future for the planet. Envirosealed’s DuraTex™ warm edge spacer technology offers:

• Improved comfort—Encapsulated air chambers keep homes warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.

• Enhanced thermal efficiency - ENERGY STAR certified windows will help lower your home energy costs.

• Reduced environmental impact—Improve the environment indoors and out by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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Mortised Sill Dam WallMortised, double-walled sill dam extends into the jamb for added structural integrity.

Constant Force Balances Stainless Steel Constant Force Balance System allows easy, fingertip operation on even the largest double hungs.

Sill/Sash InterlockInterlocking sill/sash provides added resistance against wind load.

Low-profile Lock and Keeper Of fers a sleek, beautiful appearance and clean sightlines – while still providing unparalleled home security.


Special formula PVC never needs painting, makes cleaning a snap, and prevents scratching or denting

Both sashes lift out for easy cleaning

Integral interlock keeps windows closed tight for added security and weatherproofing

VyCoreTM Foam insulation in frame and sash provides maximum insulating performance

Triple weatherstripping at all sealing locations decreases air and water penetration. This unique weatherstripping also incorporates antimicrobial protection to help keep indoor fresh, and to prevent dust, mold and mildew from building up on windows

Brass rollers provide long-lasting, reliable operation


Full 7/8” sealed Insulated Glass Unit for increased insulating power

Available in two-lite and three-lite configurations

ThermaCoreTM composite reinforcement in meeting rails adds strength & reduces thermal conductivity

DP R-50 Rating—171 mph wind load (180% stronger than industry minimum)

S L I D E R

Vytex Fortis Series two-lite slider windows open easily from both sides. Our two-lite sliders are engineered to operate smoothly time after time, year after year. Our three-lite slider windows give you a wide-open view and slide easily on brass rollers. They complement the decor of any style home.

VyClearTM ScreensDesigned to maximize your outlook by making the view sharper and more brilliant. Think of it as “High Definition” f iberglass insect screening.

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Brass RollersBrass rollers allow effortless sash operation.

Exterior Mainframe Beautiful exterior mainframe adds curbside appeal to your home.

Interlocking SashesIntegral interlock keeps windows tightly closed for added security and weatherproofing.

Triple WeatherstrippingDecreases air and water penetration. This unique weatherstripping also incorporates antimicrobial protection to help keep indoors fresh, and to prevent dust, mold and mildew from building up on windows.


Special formula PVC never needs painting, makes cleaning a snap and prevents

scratching or denting

Casement windows open to a 90-degree angle, allowing easy cleaning

Low-profile, single lever engages a multi-point locking system for unparalleled

security in your home

VyCore™ Foam insulation in frame and sash provides maximum insulating performance


Full 1” sealed Insulated Glass Unit for increased insulating power

Low-profile folding handle offers exceptionally smooth operation, as well as a

sleek, contemporary look that doesn’t interfere with drapery or blinds

DP C-65 Rating - 195mph window load (200% stronger than industry minimum)

C A S E M E N T & A W N I N G

With just the turn of a handle, Fortis casement and awning style windows allow you to catch a breath of fresh air. Casement windows open out to the side at a 90-degree angle, while awning windows are hinged at the top and open out at the bottom.

Operating HardwareCasement windows open to a 90-degree angle, allowing easy cleaning.

Multi-Point Locking SystemLow-profile, single lever, multi-point locking system for secure and easy operation.

Casement HandlesFolding handle offers smoother, more contemporar y, integrated look when nes ted. Reduces inter fere with bl inds and draper y.

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Bow windows available in three, four, five, and six-lite configurations

Bay windows constructed with double-hung or casement end units

1” hardwood cabinet-grade veneer head and seat board are beautiful and durable

Low pressure polyurethane foam sealant between struts enhances thermal efficiency

1/4” all-threaded steel rods between struts tie head and seat boards together for added strength

Insulated seat board helps increase energy savings

Custom-sized, hip roof package helps insulate the top exterior of the unit and gives it a finished appearance

Bay & Bow window interiors feature rich, hand-selected birch or oak veneer, ready for paint or stain

B O W, B AY & G A R D E N W I N D O W S

Fortis bow and bay windows make an elegant and beautiful addition to any room. They will actually make any room look and feel larger. The unique, durable construction of these windows will allow you to maintain the comfort level in your home -- while creating a cozy new nook for reading or just enjoying a large, wide-open view of the outdoors.

Configuration shown with picture window center lite

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Mullion Construction1/4” all-threaded steel rods between struts tie head and seat boards together for added strength.

Birch & Oak VeneerBay & Bow window interiors feature rich, hand-selected birch or oak veneer, ready for paint or stain.

Garden WindowsGarden windows, featuring trapezoidal operating casement windows, add a bright new dimension to window design. They are a lovely addition to kitchens, and are often used to display flowers or houseplants.

F E AT U R E S

Molded Exterior – Subtle Detail,

Added Beauty

VyWhite Color –

Satin Finish “soft white” extrusion,

“painter’s white”

Extruded Aluminum Half Screen

With Better Vue HD Screen Mesh

E U R O P E A N C O N T O U R E D C O V E

Triple Fin, anti bacterial protected weather stripping 3 fins of protection

Over 60’ of weatherstrip on an average 85UI window

Helps prevent “Allergy Triggers” to build up – Dust, mold, mildew, Dust mites, pollen, and bacteria

Stays white longer than a typical weatherstrip

W E AT H E R S T R I P

DOUBLE WALLED MORTISED SILL DAM

W E AT H E R S T R I P

DOUBLE WALLED MORTISED SILL DAM

1. Q-Lon Compression Gasket

2. R5 VyFoam in Frame and Sash

3. 5 Degree Slope Sill

4. Double-walled Sill Dam

5. Bottom Sash Interlock

The Vytex Fortis Series is one of the world’s most efficient

window systems; and includes the most advanced features

and technologies available. Fortis Series windows are

manufactured from the highest-grade materials and tested

to meet or exceed industry standards. They’re virtually

maintenance-free, and will keep their like-new beauty and

performance year after year.

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W H Y D O E S A I R E S C A P E F R O M M Y W I N D O W S ?

JUST ONE conventional wood residential double-hung window LEAKS MORE AIR THAN 5 Fortis windows combined! And, JUST ONE conventional vinyl residential high-performance double-hung

window LEAKS MORE AIR THAN 3 Fortis windows combined!

Poor-quality windows aren’t engineered and manufactured to prevent air from forcing its way into your home. This is because they don’t incorporate important design features like built-in airlocks and triple-f in weather-stripping, which are the types of defenses necessary to stop air from forcing its way between the sash meeting rails and around the sash perimeter.

We know how drafty and uncomfortable a home with leaky windows is. So, to help maintain the comfort level in your home, we designed the Fortis window with weather barriers that far surpass both the industry standard and other manufacturer’s window models. This unique design makes the Fortis window a truly exceptional product that leaks only a small percentage of the air that all other typical vinyl and wood windows leak.

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A I R I N F I LT R AT I O N C O M P A R I S O N

.30CFM .23CFM .15CFM .04CFM1CFM(Cubic Foot per Minute)

of air leakage per minuteof air leakage

per minuteof air leakage



per minute

7.5 gallons of air per minute

80 coffee cups of air per minute (960 oz/min)




18.4 coffee cups of air per minute (220.8 oz/min)



.30 gallons of air per minute

3.2 coffee cups of air per minute (38.4 oz/min)

*References valid as of October 1, 2010 based on our competitors’ websites and independent testing. **Industry Standard: The window & door industry adheres to standards set

by AAMA® (American Architectural Manufacturers Association®). Per AAMA, the industry standard for Maximum Allowable Air Infiltration is 0.30 CFM (Cubic feet per minute)

during a 25 mph wind. This is the equivalent of 2.25 gallons or 24 coffee cups of air escaping through the window every minute!

INDUSTRY STANDARDTraditional Wood Residential

Double Hung WindowsTraditional Vinyl Residential

High Performance - Double Hung

Energy Saver TripleSilverLoETM

Double-paned with one pane of high-performance TripleSilverLoE™ glass.

Argon gas-filled insulated glass unit (IGU).

VyCoreTM Foam insulated frame and sash.

DuraTexTM Warm Edge Spacer System.

Energy Saver PlusTM

Double-paned with one pane of high-performance Low-E glass.




Vytex Fortis Windows offers you three high-performance, energy-saving glass options so that you can choose the

one that will work best for your home and climate region. Can’t bear the heat? Can’t stand the cold? No worries –

inside, life is good. All of the ENERGY STAR certified glass systems regulate your home’s temperature to help keep

you cool when it’s hot and warm when it’s not. Get comfortable – it’s time for your glass to go to work.

All values shown above are for Fortis double-hung windows without grids.

Energy Saver MaximumTM

Triple-paned with two panes of high-performance Low-E glass.




G L A S S O P T I O N S

In thermal tests, Vytex™ Fortis® Series

ThermaCore™ outperforms Aluminum and

Steel. Vytex Windows’ new ThermaCore™

Reinforcement provides the same advantages as

metal reinforcements, but without the constraints

that steel and aluminum reinforcements have.

The table (above) compares the room-side center of

glass temperatures of four different glass types against

two different weather conditions.

The superior insulating capability of Vytex

TripleSilverLoETM is a key factor in the construction of

comfortable windows for cold climates. The dramatic

comfort improvement from windows with warm

glass surfaces also means the relative humidity of the

indoor air can be controlled and maintained properly.

Proper humidity levels (not too much, not too little)

will improve comfort and promote a healthier living

environment.

Introducing TripleSilverLoETM, the ultimate performance

glass. It just might make all other low-e glass obsolete.

TripleSilverLoETM delivers the ideal balance of solar

control and high visibility. And it provides the highest

levels of year-round comfort and energy savings,

making it the perfect glass no matter where you live.

The secret? An unprecedented 3 layers of silver. For your

next windows, go beyond ordinary low-e glass. Choose

TripleSilverLoETM, the new standard.

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TM

A NEW STANDARD FORTIS THERMOCORE®

Outside temp Outside temp

-20 °F 20 °FSingle-pane 0° 31°

Double-pane clear 37° 51°

Ordinary low-e 47° 58°

Vytex TripleSilver LoETM 52° 61°

INSIDE GLASS TEMPERATURES

FORTIS® THERMACORE™ REINFORCEMENT PERFORMS

730x

FORTIS® THERMACORE™ REINFORCEMENT PERFORMS

191x

BETTER THAN ALUMINUM

BETTER THAN STEEL

Competitor window with Aluminum

Competitor window with Steel

FORTIS THERMOCORE®

FORTIS THERMOCORE®

25.9°FAluminum Spacer Bar

32.9°FU-channel Steel

35.6°FDuraseal

36.7°FSuper Spacer

39.9°FDuraTex TM

Safety — The PVB interlayer absorbs the energy of a sudden impact and resists penetration, minimizing the risk of injuries and improving home security. Although the glass may break, glass fragments remain firmly bonded to the interlayer, and the glass cannot be fully penetrated.

Sound Reduction — VyGuard absorbs sound and reduces sound transmission by as much as 30% over a typical insulated glass unit.

Environmental Protection — In the event of a severe storm, VyGuard helps protect your home from interior damage.

The Vy tex DuraTexTM spacer system uses warm-

edge technology to help block heat ’s escape path

and provide exceptional thermal per formance in

your home. Other benef its of the DuraTex spacer

system include reduced condensation and

more comfor table humidity levels inside

your home. The tests don’t lie –

DuraTex outper forms all other

spacer systems!

T E C H N O L O G I C A L LY A D V A N C E D G L A SSHigh-per formance, ENERGY STAR cer t i f ied windows incorporate double- or t r iple-

insulat ing glass , one or more Low-E coat ings, an advanced spacer sys tem, and an

iner t gas between the panes of glass . Low-E is designed to help keep the warm air

inside during winter weather, and to ref lec t the heat away from your home during

summer months. This helps maintain a cons tant temperature in yoru home – and

lowers your home energy cos t s!

S PA C E R C O M PA R I S O N

VYGUARD™ LAMINATED GLASS FROM VYTEX

Better insulation saves energy and money!

D u ra Te x T M

Improves Nighttime and cool weather insulating performance.

The higher the R-value, the higher the insulation value of the window—and the greater the comfort and energy efficiency of your home! (Note: Data represents performance for a 12” piece of frame material.)

R-value for Window Frame Materials

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As an ENERGY STAR par tner, Vy tex uses the lates t advances in window

and glass technology to maximize the thermal per formance and of

your window inves tment . The combinat ion of exclusive energy-saving

s tandard features and a selec t ion of high-per formance glass opt ions

makes For t is windows some of the most energy-ef f icient on the market .

For t is windows featur ing one of our ENERY STAR cer t i f ied glass sys tems

wil l help your home s tay warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer

– resul t ing in a more comfor table home and dras t ical ly reduced energy

cos t s for you!

STAY WARMKEEP COOL

32.4Vytex Fortis Series®

16.2Vinyl multi-chambered

4.4Wood

2.5Single-wall Vinyl

0.35Aluminum

C O L O R O P T I O N S

E X T E R I O R C O L O R SV YCOAT T M EXTERIOR COAT ING SYSTEM

Add durability and long-lasting beauty with this environmentally friendly, low-maintenance color coating system.

INTERIOR COLORS

Special formula PVC never needs painting, makes cleaning a snap, and prevents scratching or denting.Available in white and beige.

You can also choose our optional paintable/stainable pine woodgrain laminate.

(colors are as true as printing inks allow and may differ from actual product colors.)

WHITE BEIGE PAINTABLE/STAINABLE PINE

G R I D O P T I O N S

T R A D I T I O N A L G R I D S

Additional patterns available

Diamond Prairie Colonial

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Flat Contour Simulated Divided Lite (SDLs)

G R I D D E TA I L S

THE INDUSTRY’S

AND HIGHEST QUALITY

O U R W A R R A N T YNo more worries. Your windows are covered forever.* Look at the terms of our Limited Lifetime Warranty. Lifetime coverage for the sash and frame, and lifetime coverage for the locks and other hardware. But that ’s not all. Vy tex For tis Series windows come with a lifetime glass breakage warranty as well. A warranty this strong demonstrates Vy tex’s conf idence and it ’s your assurance of value now and in the future.

*Co ve r s ma te r ia l on l y . L ab or and de l i v e r y a re no t in c lude d .

O U R T E S T I N G FA C I L I T Y

Our cer tif ied on-site testing facilit y ensures our windows per fovrm at the highest industry fenestration standards.

STRONGEST WARRANTYTESTING PROCESS

STRONGEST WARRANTY

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S L I D I N G PAT I O D O O R S F R O M V Y T E X

Vytex offers two distinctive sliding patio door designs that will complement your new Fortis Windows and give your home a fresh, sophisticated new look. Our sliding patio doors are engineered for exceptional durability and cost-saving energy efficiency. Multi-chambered insulating frames and weatherstripped interlocks help prevent drafts, leaks and noise from entering your home. Dual tandem rollers ensure years of smooth, easy and quiet operation. Heavy-duty, multi-point locking hardware keeps your home – and your family – safer and more secure. These and many other unique standard features make Vytex patio doors the best choice for your home.

Our 7000 Series Sliding Patio Doors have a sleek, slim-line, white vinyl frame that expands your view of the outdoors and lets maximum light into your home. Our Signature Doors are distinctly unique – because they have the elegant appearance of traditional swing French doors, while functioning as a sliding glass door. Signature Doors also offer a wide array of options for customization, including interior and exterior colors, designer handles with your choice of f inish, VyView “between-the-glass” blinds, and much more. All Vytex patio doors are available with a selection of ENERGY STAR certif ied high-performance glass options for enhanced thermal efficiency and comfort in your home.

7000 Series Sliding Patio Doors

Signature Series Sliding Patio Doors

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www.vytexwindows.com

Vytex Windows is a two-time Crystal Achievement Award Winner from Window & Door Magazine as well as a consistent

member of the “Top 100 Manufacturers”. In 2012, Vytex was recognized for “Most Innovative Plant”

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