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FWS 60 Schüco

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60 mm
sightline
width
0.67
Uf, W/m²K
(SI version)
1080 kg
max. infill
weight
6–255 mm
installation
depth
RC3
burglar
resistance
About the Schüco FWS 60 system
🏅 FWS — Fassade mit Pfosten-Riegel-Konstruktion (mullion-transom facade) · base system · Passive House Institute certified (SI version) · Germany

Schüco FWS 60 is a base mullion-transom aluminium curtain wall facade system from the German manufacturer Schüco International KG, with a 60 mm sightline on both the outside and inside of the building. The system stands out for its high degree of flexibility and wide range of load-bearing profiles, making it a versatile solution for a broad range of architectural requirements.

A graduated range of mullion and transom depths (from 50 to 250 mm) allows the configuration to be matched to the specific structural requirements of a project while keeping a uniform 60 mm sightline. The system is used both for multi-storey vertical facades and for inclined glazing and roof lights — the installation angle can range from 2° to 90°.

Schüco AWS window elements, Schüco ADS door systems and Schüco ASS sliding systems, as well as concealed Schüco TipTronic drives, can all be integrated into a Schüco FWS 60 facade. A separate FWS 60 CV version offers opening elements that are completely concealed from the outside, keeping a uniform appearance across every part of the facade.

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Schüco FWS 60 technical specifications
Thermal insulation and comfort
Uf value 0.67 to 2.5 W/m²K*
Burglar resistance up to RC3 (FB4 option)
Sound insulation Rw,p up to 48 dB
Air permeability class AE
Profile geometry
Sightline width 60 mm (outside and inside)
System installation depth 6–255 mm
Mullion depth 50–250 mm
Glazing incline angle (roof lights) 2–90°
Glazing and loads
Glazing thickness 4–62 mm
Maximum infill weight up to 1080 kg
Watertightness class E 1200
Safety-barrier load permitted
General information
Manufacturer Schüco International KG
Country of manufacture Germany
Construction Mullion-transom
Application Multi-storey facades, roof lights, inclined glazing
Certification Passive House Institute (SI version)
Surface finish Powder coating, anodising, liquid paint, stainless steel
* The Uf value depends on the system version: FWS 60 (base), FWS 60.HI (enhanced thermal insulation), or FWS 60.SI (Super Insulation, Passive House certified). Exact thermal and structural figures depend on the infill configuration and mullion/transom depth.
FWS 60 system versions

The FWS 60 system is available in three versions with different levels of thermal insulation — all keep the same uniform 60 mm sightline, allowing a solution to be matched to a project's climate and energy-efficiency requirements.

FWS 60
Base version

Uf value from 2.5 W/m²K. A versatile solution for facades and roof lights without elevated energy-efficiency requirements.

FWS 60.HI
Enhanced insulation

Uf value down to 0.84 W/m²K thanks to insulating inserts in the mullion-transom joint.

FWS 60.SI
Super Insulation

Uf value down to 0.67 W/m²K, certified by the Passive House Institute for use in passive-standard buildings.

Advantages of Schüco FWS 60
Maximum flexibility

A graduated range of mullion depths (50–250 mm) and transoms allows the configuration to be matched to any project's structural requirements.

Inclined glazing and roof lights

The system is designed for an installation angle of 2° to 90° — suitable for both vertical facades and roof glazing.

Passive-house level

In the .SI version, the Uf value reaches 0.67 W/m²K while keeping a uniform 60 mm sightline.

Burglar resistance up to RC3 / FB4

Tested burglar- and ballistic-resistant solutions, plus a safety-barrier solution integrated into the profile.

Window and door integration

Compatible with Schüco AWS window elements, Schüco ADS door systems and Schüco ASS sliding systems.

Concealed opening elements

The FWS 60 CV version provides opening elements that are completely concealed from the outside, keeping a uniform facade appearance.

Large-format glazing

Maximum weight of a single infill element — up to 1080 kg, allowing the system to be used with heavy, large-format glazing units.

Concealed cable routing

Dedicated E-mullions and E-transoms are available for concealed electrical cable routing inside the facade construction.

Wide choice of finishes

A broad range of pressure plates and cover caps, including a stainless-steel-effect finish.

Where Schüco FWS 60 is used
Schüco FWS 60 is a versatile base solution for multi-storey office and commercial facades, retail and administrative buildings, as well as roof lights and inclined glazing thanks to its installation-angle range of 2° to 90°. The system suits projects with elevated safety requirements — safety barriers, burglar resistance and, in a special version, ballistic resistance. The ability to integrate Schüco windows, doors, sliding systems and concealed opening elements makes FWS 60 a solution for both new-build and renovation of existing buildings.
Integration with other Schüco systems
  • Schüco AWS window elements
  • Schüco ADS door systems
  • Schüco ASS sliding systems
  • Concealed Schüco TipTronic drives
  • Concealed opening elements (CV version)
  • Opaque (spandrel) infills
  • Roof lights and inclined glazing
  • System-integrated safety-barrier solution
Surface finish options
  • RAL colour finish (any colour)
  • Powder coating
  • Anodising
  • Liquid paint finish
  • Stainless-steel-effect finish
  • Custom architectural solutions
Supply, installation and warranty

Logi24 offers professional consultation, supply and installation of Schüco FWS 60 facade systems across Europe. We help you choose the optimal system version (base, .HI or .SI), the mullion and transom depth needed for the required load-bearing capacity, and a solution for integrating windows, doors and a safety barrier — whether the project is a multi-storey office facade, a roof light, or a complex solution with integrated Schüco window and door systems. Both the products and the installation work carry a warranty. Contact our specialists for detailed information and a cost estimate.

Frequently asked questions
  • What is Schüco FWS 60?+
    Schüco FWS 60 is a base mullion-transom aluminium curtain wall facade system from the German manufacturer Schüco International KG, with a 60 mm sightline on both the outside and inside. The system offers high design flexibility and is used for multi-storey facades, roof lights and inclined glazing.
  • What is the sightline width of Schüco FWS 60?+
    The visible sightline is 60 mm on both the outside and inside of the building — a uniform dimension that allows the system to be combined with a wide range of mullions and transoms with different load-bearing capacities.
  • What is the system's Uf heat transfer coefficient?+
    The Uf value ranges from 0.67 W/m²K in the FWS 60.SI (Super Insulation) version to 2.5 W/m²K in the base version. The .SI version is certified by the Passive House Institute for use in passive-standard buildings.
  • Can the system be used for roof lights and inclined glazing?+
    Yes, the system is designed for a glazing incline of 2° to 90°, allowing it to be used for vertical facades as well as roof lights and roof glazing.
  • What is the maximum infill weight the system can support?+
    The maximum weight of a single infill element is up to 1080 kg. A graduated range of mullion depths (50–250 mm) and transoms allows the configuration to be matched to the required load-bearing capacity.
  • What burglar-resistance class does the system achieve?+
    The system provides tested burglar resistance up to class RC3, and in a special version up to ballistic-resistance class FB4. A system-integrated safety-barrier solution built into the profile is also available.
  • Can windows and doors be integrated into the facade?+
    Yes. Schüco AWS window elements, Schüco ADS door systems, Schüco ASS sliding systems, and concealed Schüco TipTronic drives can all be integrated into the system. A FWS 60 CV version is also available with opening elements that are fully concealed from the outside.
  • Is the system suitable for passive houses?+
    Yes, the Schüco FWS 60.SI version is certified by the Passive House Institute and achieves a Uf value of up to 0.67 W/m²K, meeting the passive-house standard.
  • What versions of the FWS 60 system are available?+
    The system is available in three versions: the base FWS 60, FWS 60.HI with enhanced thermal insulation (Uf up to 0.84 W/m²K), and FWS 60.SI Super Insulation (Uf up to 0.67 W/m²K, Passive House certified).
  • What is the maximum glazing thickness supported by the system?+
    The system supports glazing thickness from 4 to 62 mm, allowing a wide range of single, double and triple glazing units to be used, including heavy energy-efficient units.
  • What colours are available for Schüco FWS 60?+
    Any RAL colour is available, along with powder coating, anodising, liquid paint finishes, a stainless-steel-effect finish, and custom decorative finishes on request.
Schüco FWS 60 — in-depth overview

Schüco FWS 60 is a base mullion-transom aluminium curtain wall facade system from the German manufacturer Schüco International KG, developed as a versatile solution for facades and roof lights with a high degree of flexibility and broad design possibilities. The sightline is 60 mm on both the outside and inside of the building, while a graduated range of mullion depths — from 50 to 250 mm — allows the configuration to be matched to a project's specific structural requirements.

The system's key feature is its versatility: FWS 60 suits both multi-storey vertical facades and inclined glazing and roof lights, since the installation angle can range from 2° to 90°. A safety-barrier solution built into the profile enables safe, floor-to-floor glazed openings and low parapet sections to be built without breaking the facade's continuous sightline.

The system is available in three versions with different levels of thermal insulation: the base FWS 60 with a Uf value from 2.5 W/m²K, FWS 60.HI with enhanced insulation down to 0.84 W/m²K, and FWS 60.SI (Super Insulation) with a Uf value down to 0.67 W/m²K, certified by the Passive House Institute for use in passive-standard buildings. The system's installation depth ranges from 6 to 255 mm, the maximum weight of a single infill element is up to 1080 kg, and glazing thickness ranges from 4 to 62 mm.

The construction's burglar resistance reaches class RC3, and a special version offers ballistic resistance up to class FB4. Window elements from the Schüco AWS range, Schüco ADS door systems, Schüco ASS sliding systems and concealed Schüco TipTronic drives can all be integrated into the facade. A separate FWS 60 CV version offers opening elements that are completely concealed from the outside, keeping a uniform appearance across every part of the facade.

Logi24 offers supply, professional installation and warranty service for Schüco FWS 60 across Europe — from selecting the system configuration through to delivering complex facade solutions on projects of any scale.

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