Our Values : Innovation

The most important task of our systems is to lay the foundation for high-quality windows, doors, and sliding solutions. That is why we continuously refine our profile systems—with a focus on thermal insulation, stability, security, sound insulation, design, durability, and recyclability.

One example of this is Kömmerling WarmCore. The system combines a thermally insulating PVC core with a sturdy aluminum surface. This creates a hybrid system that intelligently combines the advantages of both materials: the energy efficiency and insulation performance of PVC with the high-quality, precise, and architecturally sought-after look of aluminum.

This example in particular illustrates how Kömmerling approaches innovation: not as a technical gimmick, but as a solution to a specific conflict of objectives in the market. Many builders and architects desire the clean, high-quality look of aluminum. At the same time, demands for energy efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness are rising. Kömmerling WarmCore brings these requirements together, thereby creating new opportunities for window manufacturers, architects, and end customers.

Better performance – Generation after Generation

A key driver of our innovation activities is the continuous improvement of energy efficiency. Since the first PVC-U windows, our development and engineering teams have continuously optimised the thermal insulation performance of our profile systems.

This is clearly reflected in the U_f value. From an initial value of 2.2 W/m²K, selected profile solutions now achieve values of up to 0.70 W/m²K, meeting passive house standards. Modern profile systems therefore make an important contribution to energy-efficient construction and renovation.

For us, innovation means more than achieving improved performance values. What matters is that technical improvements prove themselves in practice – for fabricators, planners and building owners.
 

At a glance

• Continuous improvement of thermal insulation
• Reduction of the U_f value from 2.2 W/m²K to as low as 0.70 W/m²K
• Profile systems achieving passive house standards
• Contribution to energy-efficient construction and renovation
• Developed with a focus on practical application and reliable fabrication

Two materials. One integrated system solution for modern architecture.

Kömmerling WarmCore demonstrates how innovation is born at Kömmerling: The starting point is not technical innovation for its own sake, but a specific market need. Architects and building owners want a high-quality aluminum look, combined with solutions that meet requirements for energy efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and design flexibility. To achieve this, WarmCore combines a thermally optimized PVC-U core with an aluminum cladding on both the inside and outside, bringing these requirements together in a single system platform for window, door, and sliding solutions.

PremiStep 20

Designed for accessibility, manufactured with process reliability.

PremiStep 20 combines the trend toward barrier-free construction with an innovative system solution for manufacturing. Its intelligent design supports existing manufacturing processes and ensures greater efficiency. This enables labor time savings of up to 41% as well as savings in time and material costs of up to 24 %.

Kömmerling 76 Centre Seal

A tried-and-tested system, further developed with innovation. Greater performance without changing the system.

The 76 MD Upgrade demonstrates how innovation makes existing systems fit for the future. By further developing the system, it is possible to achieve glazing units of up to 56 mm, U_f values of up to 0.95 W/(m²K), RC 2 and a contemporary look, without departing from the familiar system architecture. Its high compatibility with existing manufacturing processes enables fabricators to easily upgrade to higher performance levels and opens up new market opportunities.

PremiSlide 76 Beyond

A slim sliding solution based on a familiar system - potentially saving up to 20 % in costs.

Based on the proven Kömmerling 76 AD system, PremiSlide 76 Beyond is an innovative sliding solution. Its high compatibility and the existing installation experience make this solution easier for installers to plan, simpler to integrate, and economically attractive. At the same time, it offers a sleek appearance, improved thermal insulation, and flexible application options in both new construction and renovation projects.

Kömmerling AddOn

Intelligent further development of compound sash. Up to 25 % reduction in working time.

With AddOn, Kömmerling is consistently advancing its proven compound sash principle. This innovative system solution simplifies manufacturing by reducing the number of components and increasing the level of automation. At the same time, it opens up new possibilities for integrating cost-effective privacy and sun protection solutions - right through to smart applications - and improves sound and thermal insulation. This enables labor time savings of up to 25 % as well as savings in time and material costs of up to 25 %.

AluClip Plus

An intelligent evolution of the aluminum look - up to a 25 % reduction in labor time.

The innovative design of AluClip Plus combines design flexibility with reliable manufacturing processes. The floating-mounted cladding compensates for thermal movement and manufacturing tolerances, while standard PCE gaskets and existing manufacturing processes remain unchanged. Optimized water drainage, increased prefabrication, and additional combination options create a cost-effective solution with a high-quality aluminum finish.

Kömmerling SmartHome

Smart, connected windows. New opportunities through digital innovation.

Kömmerling SmartHome transforms the traditional window into a digital security and comfort system. This innovative system solution creates new opportunities for consultation and cross-selling for specialty retailers and offers end customers modular, expandable features related to security, comfort, and modern building technology.

For many years, Kömmerling has stood for expertise in materials. This expertise is a fundamental basis for our innovative strength. After all, many of the future challenges facing our industry can only be addressed through better materials, smarter formulations, and more durable surfaces.

One example is Kömmerling AcrylColor. This process permanently bonds a homogeneous, colored PMMA surface to the plastic profile. The result is a durable surface with high color brilliance, weather resistance, and durability. With this, Kömmerling is responding to a clear market trend: windows and doors are increasingly viewed as design elements. Color, surface, and design are becoming more important—but they must not come at the expense of quality, ease of maintenance, and durability.

proCoverTec is another example of innovative strength in surface technology. A special coating process using an innovative paint ensures colours that remain beautiful and vibrant over time, combining a high-quality appearance with long-lasting surface quality. It is particularly evident when used in conjunction with ReFrame how innovation, quality, sustainability and trust work together: a profile body made from 100 % recycled PVC-U is combined with a high-quality surface finish, thus linking the circular economy with consistently high product quality.

Surface innovation as a visible benefit in terms of quality and design

Colour as a lasting material quality - not just a surface feature.

With AcrylColor and proCoverTec, Kömmerling is consistently advancing the development of its surfaces. These innovative technologies combine long-lasting colour quality, high durability, and modern design into a lasting hallmark of quality. In this way, the surface itself becomes a vehicle for innovation and helps ensure that windows retain their value and premium appearance for many years. This creates visible added value, particularly for architects, builders, and end customers, for whom windows are increasingly a defining design element of the building envelope.

Kömmerling ReFrame

A new approach to the circular economy. 100 % recycled material in the profile core with a high-quality surface finish.

With ReFrame, Kömmerling is consistently developing the circular economy into a marketable product system. Profile cores made from 100 % recycled PVC-U combine high-quality technical properties with the innovative proCoverTec surface. This ensures a durable, UV-resistant and robust surface, without compromising on design or colour variety. In this way, a closed-loop material cycle is transformed into a visible product innovation.

Kömmerling SmartHome and PrintFlow illustrate two different perspectives on technological innovation. SmartHome enhances window and door solutions with digital security and convenience features, opening up new opportunities for specialist firms to provide advice. PrintFlow brings Kömmerling’s expertise in materials to additive manufacturing, creating new possibilities for prototypes, small-batch production and bespoke technical applications. Both examples make it clear that innovation at Kömmerling does not stop at the profile – it develops new applications across the entire value chain.

For Kömmerling, innovation also means harnessing digital and new technological possibilities. This applies to consulting, planning, quotation processes, manufacturing, services, and new forms of production.

Digital solutions such as online quoting channels, energy-saving calculators, planning software, BIM tools, and service tools help our partners provide better advice to customers, streamline processes, and boost market success. As a result, innovation is evident not only in the product itself but throughout the entire value chain.

A current example of new technological possibilities is Kömmerling PrintFlow. With this PVC filament for 3D printing, Kömmerling is opening up new avenues for prototypes, custom components, small-batch production, and technical applications. Additive manufacturing can help companies become more flexible and efficient, particularly in the development, prototyping, and rapid implementation of new ideas.

Kömmerling does not develop innovations in isolation. For us, innovation, quality, and sustainability are always interconnected. A new solution must be technically mature. It must meet our quality standards. It must provide real benefits for our customers. And, wherever possible, it should contribute to resource conservation, energy efficiency, or the circular economy.

That is why innovation at Kömmerling always goes hand in hand with responsibility. We do not rush products to market simply because a topic is trending. We develop solutions designed to function over the long term. After all, windows and doors are durable building products. They must provide reliable protection, save energy, and look good for many years—and, at the end of their life cycle, be returned to the material cycle as much as possible.