forster thermfix®vario Steel Fire-Rated Framing System
Fire-rated for 60 to 120 minutes, this rigorously tested, UL/Intertek Classified and Labeled, complete profile system is designed for unrestricted interior and exterior resistive glazing.
Compatible with forster presto and forster fuego®light doors, forster thermfix®vario can be used in nearly unlimited sizes, where glazing exceeds 25% of the wall area. Narrow sightlines (both 45mm and 60mm profiles available) deliver multiple-story glass walls with maximum daylighting, and include options for multi functional glazing—incorporating security, ballistic, and decorative applications.
forster thermfix®vario by McGrory Glass is available in brushed stainless steel or RAL powder colors, both standard and custom to match your desired color scheme. The system is sustainably manufactured, with a product specific EPD.
Ideal for resistive applications that require barrier-to-heat performance, and easy to install, forster thermfix®vario is available through McGrory Glass with AGC Pyrobel® Fire-Resistant Safety Glass.
Product Overview
- Fire-rated for 60 to 120 minutes, Intertek Listed
- Listed as a wall assembly in accordance with UL 263 / ASTM E119, and therefore not subject to protective opening restrictions
- Corner options available
- Compatible with forster presto doors, forster fuego®light doors, or other
- Narrow sightlines (both 45mm and 60mm profiles are available)
- Air/water pressure tested for exterior use
- Frames supplied as fully fabricated K/D assembly
- Available in a range of powder coat colors and finishes, as well as brushed stainless steel
- Custom caps available
- Ideal for interior and exterior applications
- Can be combined with multiple options from McGrory’s comprehensive product portfolio, including security glazing and architectural glass
- Fabricated in-house at McGrory’s solar-powered, sustainable facility
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Technical Information
| Minute Rating | Listings & Standards | Make-Up | Finishes | Applications | Max Exposed Glass Area by Frame | Max Exposed Glass Single Dimension | Max Frame Size |
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| 60 Minute (listed as a wall assembly in accordance with UL 263 / ASTM E119, and therefore not subject to protective opening restrictions) | ASTM E119, ASTM E283-04, ASTM E331, ASTM E330, AAMA 501.1-05, AAMA 501.4-01, UL 9, UL 10B, UL 10C, UL 263, NFPA 80, NFPA 252, NFPA 257, Intertek SpecID: #68429 | Steel | Brushed Stainless Steel TGIC-Free Powder Colors (stock & custom) | Interior/Exterior | 7200in² | 120″ | n/a |
| 120 Minute (listed as a wall assembly in accordance with UL 263 / ASTM E119, and therefore not subject to protective opening restrictions) | ASTM E119, ASTM E283-04, ASTM E331, ASTM E330, AAMA 501.1-05, AAMA 501.4-01, UL 9, UL 10B, UL 10C, UL 263, NFPA 80, NFPA 252, NFPA 257, Intertek SpecID: #68429 | Steel | Brushed Stainless Steel TGIC-Free Powder Colors (stock & custom) | Interior/Exterior | 7200in² | 120″ | n/a |
Featured Applications
Forster Fire-Rated Steel Framing Systems
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forster presto Steel Fire-Rated Framing System
Fire-rated for 20 to 90 minutes, this rigorously tested, Intertek Listed, complete profile system is designed for flush mounted single or double-leaf doors, windows, and glazed closures. Ideal for protective applications, easy to install, forster presto is available with SCHOTT PYRAN® Platinum Fire-Rated Glass Ceramic and AGC Pyrobel® Fire-Resistant Safety Glass.
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forster fuego®light Steel Fire-Rated Framing System
Fire-rated for 60 to 120 minutes, this rigorously tested, Intertek Listed, complete profile system is designed for flush-mounted single- or double-leaf doors, frames, windows, and wall applications. Ideal for resistive applications, forster fuego light is available with AGC Pyrobel® Fire-Resistant Safety Glass.
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forster thermfix®vario Steel Fire-Rated Framing System
Fire-rated for 60 to 120 minutes, this rigorously tested, UL/Intertek Classified and Labeled, complete profile system is designed for unrestricted interior and exterior resistive glazing.
Compatible with forster presto and forster fuego®light doors, forster thermfix®vario can be used in nearly unlimited sizes, where glazing exceeds 25% of the wall area.
Proud Partners of Forster
We are honored to partner with Forster. A global leader in framing systems with 150 years of experience, Forster passionately develops high-quality steel profile systems for energy-efficient doors, windows and facades. Proudly Swiss-made, approximately 1,860 miles (3,000 kilometers) of steel profiles are manufactured in Arbon’s 150,000 ft2 (14,000 m²) production area annually, and shipped all over the world.
Our dedicated team of experienced industry veterans offers end-to-end project support, from start to finish. We know the products, and we know the codes. When you partner with McGrory, we make sure the right glazing is used in the proper application.
