Explore our NFRC, CE, and NAFS certified uPVC sliding, folding, and casement configurations designed for global commercial and residential applications.
Shenzhen Nova Panel Co., Ltd. is a globally recognized professional uPVC window and door system manufacturer. Specialized in energy-efficient fenestration systems, customized architectural glazing, and professional OEM/ODM services, we deliver custom-fit solutions designed to meet the toughest structural and thermal constraints of global builders, contractors, and real estate developers.
Established in 2011, our operations are anchored in a modern, state-of-the-art facility spanning over 12,000 square meters in Shenzhen, China. Our technical workforce of over 220 employees works closely with top-tier material scientists and structural engineers to ensure every profile extruded meets stringent international building codes.
Advanced extrusion processing, precision robotic cutting, and fully automated multi-point welding lines.
Skilled manufacturing staff and a dedicated structural design team catering to OEM/ODM configurations.
Manufactured under strict ISO 9001 protocols, matching CE (EN 14351-1), NAFS, NFRC, and CSA requirements.
As the construction industry transitions toward net-zero buildings, the choice of window and door materials has become crucial. Globally, architects are shifting away from traditional thermal-bridge-prone metal systems in favor of advanced vinyl polymers. Specifying CE certified uPVC folding doors has grown rapidly in commercial sectors, particularly in low-energy retail facades, hotel entrance systems, high-traffic commercial dining patios, and green office spaces.
Historically, aluminum dominated large-span folding layouts due to its structural strength. However, the introduction of thick-walled, steel-reinforced uPVC profiles has changed the landscape. Modern uPVC folding doors offer similar wind load capacity while providing a much better thermal barrier at a lower cost. This makes them highly competitive in markets like Western Europe, North America, and Eastern Asia, where strict building regulations limit the overall thermal transmittance (U-factor) of building envelopes.
"The shift toward uPVC folding door systems represents a balance of high thermal efficiency, low maintenance, and cost-effective architectural structural integrity."
A reliable uPVC folding door relies on its internal profile structure. Nova Panel uses multi-chamber profiles (typically 5 to 7 chambers) that trap air inside independent compartments. These compartments act as natural thermal barriers, reducing heat transfer through conduction.
To support the weight of heavy double and triple glazed units, the frames are reinforced with hot-dip galvanized steel cores (minimum thickness 1.5mm to 2.0mm) inserted into the center chambers. The hardware relies on a heavy-duty, bottom-rolling or top-hung structural carriage system. Using precision ball-bearing rollers coated in low-friction nylon ensures smooth operation even with heavy loads (up to 100 kg per panel). Dual-durometer EPDM gaskets are co-extruded directly onto the profiles, creating a tight seal against air and water leakage when the doors are locked.
Our uPVC folding doors are CE certified under the European standard EN 14351-1:2006+A2:2016, which guarantees consistent safety and performance across several key areas:
Nova Panel designs customizable configurations tailored to specific climates and regional codes:
The next generation of uPVC systems focuses on sustainability and smart home integration. Nova Panel's R&D team is working on incorporating bio-attributed PVC resins made from circular organic waste. We are also integrating low-profile, concealed sensor arrays compatible with building management systems (BMS) for automated locking and air quality control. Additionally, thin-film vacuum insulated glass (VIG) technology will soon be standard, allowing for slimmer profiles with even better insulation.
Answers to common structural, thermal, and regulatory questions from developers and architects.
Aluminum is a natural thermal conductor, requiring complex polyamide thermal breaks to limit heat loss. Modern uPVC profiles are naturally insulative. Reinforced with internal steel cores, our uPVC folding doors match the wind resistance of aluminum while offering better thermal insulation at a lower cost.
The EN 14351-1 standard defines performance requirements for external pedestrian doorsets. Our CE mark certifies that our folding doors have been tested by accredited laboratories for load capacity, water tightness, air permeability, and thermal efficiency, ensuring compliance with local European building regulations.
Typically, individual folding door panels can be configured up to 900mm wide and 2400mm high. Multi-panel combinations can span widths of up to 6 meters. We recommend consulting with our engineering department to design custom reinforcing steel inserts for larger openings.
Yes. Our compound is mixed with high concentrations of non-chalking titanium dioxide (TiO2) stabilizers. This prevents the vinyl from degrading, yellowing, or becoming brittle, even in intense sun conditions like Australia, South Africa, or South America.
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