Vinyl Product Training
Encompass by Pella®
Pella® 250 SeriesPella® 350 Series
Agenda
• History
• Vinyl Continuum
• Why Pella Vinyl?
• Universal Features
• Brand Features
Pella ®Vinyl Window Portfolio
High-quality Pella craftsmanship in a beautiful, low-maintenance vinyl window that is strong and energy efficient.
Purposely designed to give you more of everything you love and includes our most energy-efficient vinyl products.
Pella® 350 Series Premium
Pella® 250 SeriesBetter
Encompass® by Pella Basic
Low-maintenance, easy-care vinyl windows and patio doors backed by Pella at a competitive price.
Why Pella Vinyl?
The following are design features that are universal to all of Pella’s
vinyl brands.
✓ Pella’s exclusive weather protection system
✓ Interlocker design
✓ Sill and checkrail
✓ Triple weather-strip design
✓ Strategically placed where it matters, providing three points of contact
✓Weep system
✓ Off-set system
Weather Protection SystemWhy Pella Vinyl? Weather Protection System
✓ Four-point fusion welded frame & sash
✓ Assists with keeping sash and frame square
Four-Point Fusion WeldWhy Pella Vinyl? Four-Point Fusion Weld
✓Metal Reinforcement
✓ Located in the checkrail and stiles/rails
✓ Robust design adds structural performance
✓ Hardware more secure
✓ Adds wind resistance to help improve energy efficiency
Metal ReinforcementWhy Pella Vinyl? Metal Reinforcement
Why Pella Vinyl?
✓Multiple insulating air chambers
✓ Reduces heat loss
✓ Increases thermal insulation
350 Series
Ensuring maximum thermal performance with up to 18 insulating air chambers
Insulating Air Chambers
250 SeriesEncompass
Why Pella Vinyl? Insulating Air Chambers
Why Pella Vinyl?
✓Made of high-grade PVC (polyvinyl chloride)
✓ Titanium Dioxide reflects the sun and prevents vinyl from fading and yellowing
High Grade PVCWhy Pella Vinyl? High Grade PVC
Why Pella Vinyl?
✓ Backed by Pella name
✓ Logo on hardware
✓Warranty
Why Pella Vinyl? Backed by Pella Name
Summary
✓ Pella’s exclusive weather protection system:
✓ Interlocker design
✓ Triple weather-strip design
✓Weep system
✓ Four-point fusion welded frame & sash
✓Metal reinforcement
✓Multiple insulating air chambers
✓Made of high grade PVC (polyvinyl chloride)
✓ Backed by Pella name
Universal Features & Options
The following features & options are universal to all
of Pella’s vinyl brands
4-9/16” and 6-9/16” Jamb Extensions
Encompass by
Pella®
(depth varies by product)
Pella 250
Series(3-1/4”)
Pella 350
Series(4-1/2” and 3-1/4”)
Nail Fin
Nail Fin w/ J-Channel(east only)
Block
Double Wall Flush Flange (west only) (west only)
Flush Fin (west only)
Integral Flange ½”flange
(Florida only)5/8” flange 5/8” flange
Universal Features Frame Types
Advanced Low-E Insulating Glass with Argon
SunDefense™ Low-E Insulating Glass with Argon
NaturalSun Low-E Insulating Glass with Argon
Pella's InsulShield® glass collection offers our most innovative and energy-saving choices, designed for specific climate types.
Warm Edge Spacer
Low-E Coating
Coating Deleted
Durable Seal
Universal Features Glass Options
Universal FeaturesAdditional Glass Options
Glass Options
Encompass by Pella
Pella 250 Series
Pella 350 Series
*Argon available with all Insulated Glass Options as an optional energy efficient upgrade
Universal Features Additional Glass Options
Encompass by
Pella®
Universal Features Grille Types & Patterns
Extrusion provides solid color throughout
White Almond Fossil
Encompass & 250 Series only
Universal Features Extruded Colors
• Available on all 250 Series and 350 Series products
• Optional dual-color units complement any home inside and out
• DuraColor™ exterior finish with a white extruded interior
• Matches Lifestyle Series color palette (substituted fossil for putty)
Universal Features DuraColor™ Finishes
Cam-Action Lock
(Standard)
Autolock(Optional Upgrade)
Fold-Away Crank(Standard)
Encompass by Pella & Pella 250 Series
Pella 350 Series
Encompass by Pella (West Only)Pella 250 SeriesPella 350 Series – metal lock & keeper
Pella 250 Series
Pella 350 Series
Vent StopStandard on all Double-Hungs
Window Opening Control Device
(WOCD)(meets ASTM
F2090) Optional on all Double-
Hungs
Universal Features Hardware
Universal FeaturesFactory Assembled Mull Capabilities
Continuous Frame Composite
(Transition)Factory Mulled Combination
(Individual units)
Factory assembled (cannot be done in field)
Adds strength, aesthetics, and increased weather resistance
Provides more factory assembled options
Field mulling is an option
Universal Features Factory Assembled Mull Capabilities
Limited Lifetime Warranty for Original Homeowner (Single-Family Owner-Occupied Homes)
+ Limited Lifetime – All Non-Glass Materials
+ 20 Years - Glass
+ 2 Years Labor from Date of Sale
+ Transferable to 20/10 Warranty – No Fees Required
+ 10 Years on DuraColor™ Exterior
+ 5 years BBG/SBG (Patio Doors Only)
+ 10 years laminated glass (HurricaneShield® and non impact)
Universal Features Warranty
Pella® stands behind our vinyl products with one of the best warranties in the business.
Thank you!
Encompass by Pella ®
Inverted Constant Force Balance
Balance housing attached to sash
Balance coil attached to
frame
Coil rolls/unrolls without friction
Brand Features Encompass by Pella®
Brand FeaturesThermaStar by Pella®
Product Offering
Double Hung Single Hung
Radius ShapesHalf Circle
Quarter CircleArch Head
Partial Arch Head
Sliding Window –XO/OX & XOX
Angled ShapesPentagonTrapezoidTriangleOctagon
Fixed Frame
Sliding Door
Brand Features Encompass by Pella®
Options:
+ Accessory Key Lock
+ Stainless Steel Rollers
+ Upgrade to premium screen
+ Additional Interior Hardware Finishes:
- Bright Brass- Satin Nickel- Oil Rubbed Bronze
+ Blinds-Between-the-Glass (BBG) - Clear
+ Grilles-Between-the-Glass (GBG)
Brand Features Encompass by Pella®
Exceptional energy efficiency and today’s most popular features and options
Pella ® 250 Series
Pella® 250 Series
Brand Features Pella® 250 Series
• 5/8” flat GBG• 7/8” SDL’s• 4-9/16” vinyl jamb extensions• Inverted constant force balance• Larger factory assembled combinations (up to 120” wide)• Smoother, cleaner lines• Deeper sash profile• Heavier screen• Balance pocket covers• DuraColor exterior finish with a white extruded interior• Extruded white, almond, fossil • All available nationwide
Brand FeaturesPella ® 250 Series
Exceptional Energy Efficiency+ Triple Pane (1” InsulShield™ IG with Argon)
+ Optional Foam Insulation in the frame and sash
+ Exceeds Energy Star
Brand Features Pella® 250 Series
Pella 250 Series
Sliding Patio Door
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A new vinyl patio door with innovative features and style
NEW!
Brand FeaturesPella ® 250 Series
Product Offering
Double Hung Single Hung
Radius ShapesHalf Circle
Quarter CircleArch Head
Partial Arch Head
Sliding Window –XO/OX & XOX
Angled ShapesPentagonTrapezoidTriangleOctagon
Fixed Frame
Casement
Awning
Brand Features Pella® 250 Series
SlidingDoor
Brand Features Why Pella® 250 Series
Larger factory assembled
combinations
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More aesthetic options
Increased energy efficiency
Pella ® 350 Series
Consumer Reports™
Brand Features Why Pella® 350 Series
Pella Lifestyle Series
Pella 350 Series
Beveled Edge Profile
Window sash profile designed to match standard wood windows
Allows mixing and matching material types on jobs
Equal Sightlines
Upper and lower sash have the same visible glass space
Brand Features Why Pella® 350 Series
SmoothSeam®
Virtually invisible welded corners on select interior window sash
and frame and door panel
Pella 350 Series Typical Vinyl Window
Brand FeaturesPella ® 350 Series – Energy Efficiency
Up to 18 insulating air chambers• Increases strength and durability
• Increases thermal insulation performance
Foam Insulation• Sash & Door Panels
Triple-pane insulating glass• Maximum energy efficiency
• U-values as low as .18 in doors and .17 in windows
Brand Features Why Pella® 350 Series
Brand FeaturesAdditional Glazing Options
Sound Transmission Class (STC) Glass3mm/5mm combination
HurricaneShield® Impact-Resistant GlassAvailable on: SH, CM, AW, SPD, Fixed
Additional Glass Options
Brand Features Why Pella® 350 Series
Brand FeaturesPella ® 350 Series – Additional Options
Upgradable hardware finish
Satin Nickel
Oil Rubbed Bronze
Bright Brass
Surface Mounted Sash Lift
Screen Cloth
Brand Features Why Pella® 350 Series
Product FeaturesPella ® 350 Series Sliding Patio Door
Configurations:2, 3, and 4 panel doors plus sidelights and transomsXO/OX, OXO, or OXXO
Between-the-Glass Options:Grilles-Between-the-Glass (GBG) Blinds-Between-the-Glass (BBG) - Low-EShades-Between-the-Glass (SBG) – Low-E
Hardware Options:Enhanced multipoint lock with anti-slam feature
Keylock – standardUpgradable Hardware
- Satin Nickel- Oil Rubbed Bronze- Bright Brass
Screen Options:Heavy-duty aluminum extruded screenRolscreen
Brand Features Why Pella® 350 Series
Aesthetics
Product FeaturesWhy Pella ® 350 Series?
Additional glass optionsMeets or exceeds Energy Star
Brand Features Why Pella® 350 Series
Thank you!