Consumer reviews of Ivaper Gealan windows

About 20 years ago, Ivaper windows were supplied to Russia from Germany in finished form. This method of fulfilling orders guaranteed consumers German quality, but also imposed many restrictions. After all, the manufacturer in such a situation could offer a limited range. In order to reduce window production times and flexibly respond to customer requests, the owners of the IVAPER brand opened their own line for the production of GEALAN profiles in St. Petersburg in 2003. Their actions made it possible to expand the network for accepting orders in the Central Federal District and Southern Federal District. Since 2005, the company has launched the production of profile systems under the brand name – IVAPER. It was from this moment that the brand’s own history began. It took almost 7 years to fully transition to the production of branded products. Only in 2013, the plant in St. Petersburg began producing only Ivaper profiles, excluding GEALAN systems from the range. Today IVAPER is a solid group of companies, consisting of different organizations that are engaged in the production of components, delivery, assembly and service of finished products.

IVAPER profile systems

The manufacturer offers customers a choice of 4 systems with different thermal characteristics.
The improved composition of the plastic used for extrusion has made it possible to extend the service life of IVAPER windows to 40-60 years. These systems are suitable for the production of rectangular, round, arched or trapezoidal structures. They are compatible with fittings that provide swing, tilt, lift and turn-tilt opening of active sashes. Ivaper systems have a perfect snow-white color without the slightest hint of shades of gray or yellowness. This proves the high quality of raw materials used for profile extrusion. If customers need colored windows, the manufacturer offers a service of single- or double-sided lamination with RENOLIT color films. Buyers have the opportunity to choose the appropriate decor from several dozen options. Multilayer RENOLIT films are protected from fading and prevent PVC profiles from overheating in the sun.

Windows VEKA, REHAU, Schuco and IVAPER: which is better to choose?

The main element of any window is the profile. It is this that provides noise and waterproofing, protects against drafts and ensures the reliability of the structure. Today we will look at four manufacturers who occupy leading positions in the profile systems market, VEKA, REHAU, Schuco and IVAPER. It is impossible to say unequivocally which of the options will be better: this is the very case when everything is learned by comparison.

general characteristics

VEKA

This German company is one of the most famous both in Russia and abroad. The profile can be made of either white or colored plastic: its distinctive feature is that it does not fade in the sun. The rubber seal does not allow cold to pass through and does not freeze even in the most severe winter. The modern model line is represented by samples with a width of 58 to 90 millimeters.

REHAU

A competitor to the previous manufacturer, similar to it in both price and quality. But of course there are differences. REHAU is considered the most innovative among other manufacturers; its engineers constantly improve and complement the design of profiles. Particular attention is paid to material safety and energy saving. They produce profiles with a width of 60 millimeters.

IVAPER

This German manufacturer entered the Russian market in 1996. IVAPER profiles have performed well in difficult weather conditions and are often used to solve architectural problems. The variety of models even allows these windows to be inserted into objects being restored. The company produces profiles with widths from 62 to 82 millimeters.

Schuco

The windows of this manufacturer also come from Germany. Schuco focuses on maximum energy efficiency, excellent thermal insulation, burglary protection and ease of use. We present the main profiles of this company:

• Seven-chamber Alu Inside with three levels of compaction and patented technology for connecting PVC and aluminum.
• LivIng models that meet passive house technology.
• Six-chamber Corona SI 82 with three levels of seals and an installation depth of 82 mm.
• Corona CT 70 AS with five cameras. The installation depth of the structure is 70 mm.

Number of cameras

Chambers are spaces in the profile filled with air. The more there are, the better the insulation. The temperature and silence in the room depend on them. Modern standards put forward the following requirements: the profile must have at least three cameras. Absolutely all modern windows from any manufacturer meet this requirement. The maximum possible number is eight cameras. However, as practice shows, buyers prefer to choose a middle ground. For example, the popular IVAPER 82 windows have six, and Schuco Alu Inside - seven cameras.

Hermiticity

The seals, which are one of the most important elements of the window, are responsible for this. They are in every profile, be it Veka, Rehau or IVAPER. The only question is its quality. Experts believe that German seals with high ductility, well lubricated with silicone, benefit from others. However, most often a hard domestic or Chinese version is standard. If you want the room to be really warm, order a German seal (as a rule, this is an additional option). It’s worth paying extra for this element, because as a result you will get a windproof window that will retain heat even during extreme cold.

Reinforcement

It is this that is responsible for the rigidity of the entire structure. Thus, according to GOST, all plastic profiles above 50 cm must be additionally reinforced with reinforcement. The strength of the finished window depends on it. Manufacturers use reinforcement profiles of different shapes (square or U-shaped). This is not of fundamental importance, as long as the thickness of the reinforcement is at least 1.4 mm, since many manufacturers, trying to save money, use iron with a thickness of 1.2 mm or even 1.0 mm, which greatly reduces the rigidity of the window.

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Profile IVAPER 62 (Ivaper 62)

This is the very first development of a Russian company, which, in fact, completely copies the German Gealan S 3000 profile. Moreover, such identity is an obvious advantage of the domestic system.
After all, few people manage to get as close as possible to the technical characteristics of products from Germany, but our technologists were able to do this. The three-chamber profile IVAPER 62 has an installation depth of 62 mm and is used for assembling window units that are compatible with anti-burglary fittings. Two sealing contours made of black or gray EPDM are enough to ensure excellent tightness of structures made from IVAPER 62. The thickness of the outer walls of the profiles of this series corresponds to A-class, thanks to which IVAPER 62 windows better retain their shape and withstand increased mechanical loads. The energy efficiency of structures from the 62-series systems allows them to be used for glazing residential or office premises in areas with a temperate climate. However, the optimal result from using IVAPER 62 windows can be obtained in southern latitudes. For colder regions, it is better to choose systems with a large number of chambers and mounting depth.

Comparison of Ivaper with imported window brands

As a rule, users in their reviews often compare Ivaper’s profile with more well-known foreign brands. For example, his prototype Gealan.

You can distinguish a real profile from a fake by the markings on the box: GEALAN IVAPER

Dmitry writes on the Okna-firm forum: “I decided to buy Gealan, but the surveyor persuaded me to buy Ivaper. I wouldn't fall for it, but... the price was 10% lower... As a result, the window was made obscenely, the seals barely hold on. Be careful when choosing a profile and company!”

Indeed, you need to choose a company carefully. We recommend purchasing Ivaper windows directly from the manufacturer. Otherwise, you may stumble upon a crude fake. (For Dmitry, this may have happened).

Often in reviews you can find a comparison of the profiles of ivaper and veka, rehau, etc. “I bought an ivaper window profile - the reviews of my friends encouraged me. In my opinion, they are no different from imported ones. It's been 4 years now and everything is ok. The only thing is that their price is lower and they don’t have a great reputation,” Roman admits on the same website.

Profile IVAPER 70 (Ivaper 70)

The IVAPER 70 system is a proprietary development of Russian technologists. The plastic from which the 5-chamber profiles are made can withstand frost down to -55 °C. The heat-saving properties of this system allow it to be used in regions with moderately cold winters. The thickness of the external walls and internal lintels, corresponding to class “A”, allows them to be used for glazing the upper floors. Ivaper 70 windows, reinforced with steel liners, can withstand increased wind loads. The installation depth of frost-resistant profiles is 70 mm, which increases not only energy efficiency, but also the level of noise absorption of models in this series.

PVC window profile Ivaper 70

Ivaper 70 is a profile system developed by German designers with an installation width of 70 mm. This PVC profile allows you to implement any type of opening of windows and doors, as well as produce arched and triangular windows. The Ivaper 70 profile system has 5 air chambers, which allows you to solve the most complex problems in the field of glazing.

So, here are some technical characteristics of this PVC profile. Ivaper 70 is a class A system for energy-efficient windows and doors with improved thermal insulation. The heat transfer resistance coefficient for the sash is 1.18 m2°C/W, for the frame it is 0.99 m2°C/W. The Ivaper 70 profile system provides for the installation of standard, energy-saving, soundproofing and burglary-proof double-glazed windows up to 40 mm wide. And the type, shape and surface design of metal-plastic windows from the Ivaper 70 profile can be made individually depending on your architectural plans. It is important to note that Ivaper windows have good resistance to temperature changes, thanks to which they can be installed in any climate zone of our country; moreover, they are very easy to use and easy to maintain.

Thanks to the reinforced design of this PVC profile, Ivaper windows have high static characteristics, which allows them to be installed even on the upper floors of high-rise buildings, and in combination with anti-burglary fittings, these windows will reliably protect your home from uninvited guests.

Profile IVAPER 74 (Ivaper 74)

Stylish systems with rounded bevels and an increased installation depth of up to 74 mm are an analogue of Gealan S 8000. As in the first case, such similarity is recommended to be considered as one of the main advantages. After all, our technologists managed to create their own system for the second time, which has the advantages of popular German profiles:

• improved condensate removal;
• increased depth of the groove for the glass unit;
• service life extended to 60 years;
• excellent tightness.

Window blocks assembled from series 74 profiles are premium category designs. Their elegant appearance is complemented by excellent performance characteristics.

Ivaper 74 windows not only allow you to maintain a comfortable temperature, but also help (if equipped with selective double-glazed windows) to save on heating and air conditioning.

Profile IVAPER 82 (Ivaper 82)

This premium 6-chamber system with improved characteristics was developed taking into account possible operation in northern latitudes.
The high level of energy efficiency of IVAPER 82 windows allows them to be used both in harsh climatic conditions and for glazing passive houses. The Ivaper 82 system surpasses previous profiles in almost all main characteristics:

• the width of the groove for the double-glazed window increased to 52 mm;
• additional 3rd seal circuit;
• rebate deepened to 28 mm for double-glazed windows;
• increased heat saving level by 40%.

A third sealing circuit located under the active sash creates an additional air chamber in a system with an installation depth of 82 mm. Thanks to this, Ivaper 82 premium windows retain heat even better. In addition, an additional seal helps the structure maintain tightness with an increased pressure difference between the street and the rooms. The IVAPER 82 system is compatible with reinforced reinforcement liners that can withstand severe wind loads and is best suited for glazing the top floors of high-rise buildings.

PVC window profile Ivaper 74

IVAPER 74 profiles are windows for those who value style, comfort and exclusivity: modern design, advanced technology, stable shape.

The IVAPER 74 profile system meets all the requirements of a high-tech PVC profile. Thanks to the multi-chamber internal structure of the profile with reinforced walls, excellent thermal insulation and stability of the window are ensured. The snow-white surface, streamlined contours and narrow visible height of the frame and sashes give the profile design a special elegance.

The IVAPER 74 window system belongs to class A and is produced in a 5-chamber design. With an installation width of 74 mm and optimal geometry of the internal chambers, this model meets the highest requirements for sound insulation, heat conservation and safety for class 1 profiles. The presence of a double sealing circuit reliably protects the room from dust and noise, and a thoughtful design makes the seals almost invisible.

The IVAPER 74 profile uses a special rebate width, which allows the installation of modern double-glazed windows up to 44 mm wide. At the same time, due to the tight fit of the bead, a stable position of the double-glazed window is ensured, which guarantees good tightness of the window structure. In addition, you can independently choose the color and design of the glazing bead according to your taste.

Comparative table of parameters of IVAPER systems

Theoretically, windows assembled from any Ivaper profiles are suitable for use in regions with moderately cold winters.
That is, in the climatic conditions of the Central Federal District. However, it was not for nothing that technologists developed 4 types of systems with different installation depths and numbers of cameras. Differences in the thermal characteristics of domestically produced profiles make it possible to successfully solve a wide range of construction problems. For example, the IVAPER 62 series is unlikely to be suitable for glazing openings with a large area in a private residential building. To reduce heat loss to an acceptable level, in such cases it is recommended to use Ivaper systems with a width of 74 mm or 82 mm. But when glazing balconies, loggias, entrance lobbies, workshops or warehouses, you can safely order windows assembled from 3-chamber systems with an installation depth of 62 mm.

The most heat is lost through light openings if the windows are made without the use of selective or 2-chamber double-glazed windows. At the same time, the energy efficiency of the profiles themselves cannot be ignored either. They are part of the overall heat saving system, since they prevent the penetration of cold not only from the street, but also from walls that have cooled down in winter.

The energy efficiency of profiles without steel liners is 5-10% higher than that of systems with reinforcement. This is due to the fact that metal is a good heat conductor. However, it is impossible to sacrifice additional reinforcement of structures, since in this case in winter the frames and sashes are deformed, which leads to the windows blowing out and a rapid decrease in the temperature in the rooms.

Which profile for a plastic window to choose. Which profile is better for the price in St. Petersburg.

Every person, before buying a new plastic window or door, wonders which profile to choose. I would like a good, high-quality German profile, especially since advertising on TV persistently pushes a couple of profiles.

If you want to install a high-quality plastic window or door and not overpay, then I advise you to read this article.

Let's look at a few basic ones. We won’t talk about quality; all of the profile systems listed are of excellent quality, but they can differ greatly in price, while having similar characteristics.

Let’s make a reservation right away: in advertising they like to talk about the German origin of the profile, but on the territory of the Russian Federation you will not find a profile made in Germany. All of them are manufactured in Russia.

REHAU - Ramenskoye, Moscow region. VEKA - Moscow and Novosibirsk GEALAN - St. Petersburg KBE - Voskresensk, Moscow region. ELEX - Krasnodar TROCAL - Voskresensk, Moscow region. THYSSEN - Serpukhov, Moscow region. Salamander — Brest

Rehau is probably the most advertised profile. There are a lot of advertisements, very intrusive and, in my opinion, made gray and monotonous. Accordingly, the price. Rehau Bliz is very economical and almost all companies consider it a client to lure them into their office. If we consider Blitz New, then the savings in it have reached the limit: wall thickness, glass thickness, height of the window sill profile. I would advise you to start considering the Rehau line from the Rehau Sib profile and higher. The price, of course, will be significantly higher.

VEKA - there are also a lot of advertisements. All profiles in the VEKA line are good. VEKA EUROLINE is fully suitable for window installation in St. Petersburg. The quality is very high, but the price is too high. VEKA WHS is cheaper, but has some technical problems that will result in certain difficulties. It is undesirable to use VEKA WHS in large structures (loggias, balconies), the rubber seal is poorly designed (it can simply fall off and this problem can only be solved by complete replacement). Although the VEKA company sells the WHS profile, it does not put its logo on it, it’s worth considering.

GEALAN is very good and time-tested, but now in St. Petersburg you can only find it under the IVAPER brand.

IVAPER - there is unfairly little advertising. But the price is the most attractive. Manufactured in St. Petersburg, it is practically no different from the German GEALAN. All components are suitable - profiles, glazing beads, etc. IVAPER 62 is the optimal solution for St. Petersburg.

It is also worth drawing your attention to the fact that many new profiles have appeared on the market for the sale of plastic windows and doors, which are analogues of well-known profile systems, but are significantly inferior to them in quality.

BRUSBOX, MONTBLANC, PLAFEN, ARTEC - similar to REHAU plastic windows.

NOVOTEX, KRAUSS, PROPLEX, WINTECH, EXPROF, RIGAP - similar to KBE.

In terms of cost, analogues differ little from the originals, so it is always worth making a choice in favor of the latter. Typically, analogue profiles are used by construction companies for greater savings.

Specialists in St. Petersburg will always be happy to help you understand various PVC profile systems, and will qualitatively manufacture and install a plastic window or door in your home. We will help you glaze your apartment or house at very competitive prices. From us you can order glazing, insulation and finishing of a balcony or loggia, and we can also manufacture and install a roof on the balcony.

Only from us, when ordering plastic windows and doors, you can receive:

- PVC windows and doors made from high-quality German profiles IVAPER-Gealan , VEKA and REHAU . - only high-quality German fittings Siegenia Aubi , Roto NT and Axor . — double-glazed thermal package DS from the STiS company at a very low price. - high-quality window sills made in Russia Vitrage and Brusbox and German Danke and Möller . — gifts: mosquito nets, micro-ventilation, false opening blocker and other useful accessories for plastic windows. - fast and free window measurements - within 24 hours. — free delivery of products to St. Petersburg on the fifth working day. - only high-quality installation, Russian installers with extensive experience.

• Description of the KBE profile system. Plastic windows and doors KBE in St. Petersburg.
• Description of the MONTBLANC profile system. Plastic windows and doors MONTBLANC in St. Petersburg.
• Description of the IVAPER profile system. Plastic windows and doors Ivaper in St. Petersburg.
• Description of the REHAU profile system. Plastic windows and doors Rehau in St. Petersburg.
• Description of the GEALAN profile system. Plastic windows and doors GEALAN in St. Petersburg.

Reviews about the IVAPER profile

The most effective way to determine the optimal type of Ivaper system is reviews of profiles, considered together with their main technical parameters.
This approach allows you to find out whether the parameters declared by the manufacturer correspond to reality. Leonid Iosifovich Surov (service director.
Evgenia Petrovna Lutskaya (window sales manager): "In recent years, our company has boldly advised its customers windows assembled from domestically produced profiles. The Ivaper brand today offers systems that compete on equal terms with the products of many European manufacturers. This is especially noticeable in the profiles "74" and "82" of the premium series, which are characterized by excellent aesthetics, durability and increased energy efficiency."
Ivaper windows are not inferior in basic parameters to structures assembled from original German profiles. The fundamental differences between the mentioned systems No. This fact can be added to the asset of the owners of the domestic brand, who offer Russian consumers products of the European level.

Image source – IVAPER official website