Alpen High Performance Products
Alpen High Performance Products manufactures super-insulating, thermally efficient windows and architectural glass, utilizing advanced technologies like suspended-film and HeatMirror.
Company Overview
Alpen High Performance Products is a manufacturer specializing in super-insulating, thermally efficient residential and commercial windows and architectural glass. Located in Louisville, Colorado, the company employs lightweight, suspended-film technology to deliver high-performance solutions. Alpen's product offerings include various window and door series such as Tyrol, Zenith, and Aspekt+, as well as commercial-grade fiberglass ribbon windows, WinSert secondary window inserts for energy retrofits, and ThermalBuck high-performance window bucks.
Innovative Technologies
Alpen High Performance Products utilizes advanced technologies to enhance the thermal efficiency of their products. This includes HeatMirror technology in their insulating glass systems and lightweight suspended-film technology. Their innovations have led to significant certifications from reputable organizations, including the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), Attachments Energy Rating Council (AERC), and Passive House US (PHIUS). Alpen is the first U.S. window manufacturer to receive the PHIUS Heating climate zone accreditation, and their products also hold dual certification from PHIUS and Passive House Institute (PHI).
Product Lines
Alpen offers a comprehensive range of high-performance products designed for both residential and commercial applications. Key product lines include the Tyrol, Zenith, and Aspekt+ window and door series. They also produce commercial-grade fiberglass ribbon windows, WinSert secondary window inserts for energy retrofits, and ThermalBuck high-performance window bucks. Each product line emphasizes insulation and energy efficiency, supporting various high-performance building certification programs such as Net Zero Energy, Passive House, LEED, and Living Building Challenge.
Certifications and Awards
Alpen High Performance Products has been recognized for their innovations and contributions to energy efficiency. Their products are certified by the NFRC, AERC, and have achieved dual certification from PHIUS and PHI. Notable achievements include being named a Top 10 Product by BuildingGreen in 2022 and 2020, receiving the USGlass Magazine 2021 Green Award for their WinSert secondary window inserts, and being honored as the Best Energy Efficient Windows & Doors Manufacturer – Rocky Mountain States by Build Construction & Engineering International Awards in 2019.
Notable Projects
Alpen High Performance Products has supplied their advanced glazing solutions for several high-profile projects. These include the retrofit of iconic buildings such as the Empire State Building and the Pacific Tower. These projects leverage Alpen's super-insulating and thermally efficient technologies to achieve superior energy performance and sustainability goals.