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8. Glossary
Caulking
Sealing of a joint between two elements, e.g. wall/window frame, whose main function is to ensure water and/or air tightness. This type of caulking is often referred to as a gasket.
Certification
Quality mark awarded to products meeting technical specifications defined in a reference system.
Sleeper
Frame attached to the shell. One or more sashes are attached to the window frame.
Durability
The ability of a material/product/work to maintain its mechanical, sealing, functional and appearance properties over time.
Extrusion
Shaping the material by passing it through a die to give it its final form.
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French standardization: Association française de normalisation (Afnor)
- Choix des fenêtres en fonction de leur exposition. Mémento pour les maîtres d'œuvre (DTU 36.1/37.1 Memento mai 1974) - FD P 20-201 - Déc. 2001
- Caractéristiques des fenêtres - NF P 20-302 - Avr. 2002
- Méthodes d'essais des fenêtres - NF P 20-501...
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