The Schüco ASE 60 is the point at which most British homeowners first meet the Schüco sliding doors range. It is the manufacturer's entry-level slider — but the word „entry-level” refers here to construction depth and specification, not build quality.
Where the ASE 60 fits best
The system suits garden doors, single-storey rear extensions and openings of moderate width — the sort of brief that comes up week in, week out on projects across Stevenage and Hertford. Sash weights of up to around 130 kg allow for sensible glass sizes without pushing the profile past what it is designed for.
Thermal performance in real terms
A Uw value from 1.3 W/m²K is a solid result for a 60 mm frame. When it replaces tired uPVC or older aluminium in a 1970s or 1980s house, the shift in room-temperature stability is usually the first thing occupants notice — well before they think about the energy bill.
When to step up
For openings over roughly three metres, or where a very slim visible frame is a priority, the heavier ASE 80 is the more appropriate choice. It is covered separately in this section.
Installation matters as much as the profile
As with any schuco doors, the day-to-day feel of the finished door is decided in equal measure by the installer. Any prospective supplier should be able to point to two or three recent installations of the same system before quoting.
Readers looking for a Stevenage-based supplier will find 5EC's sliding door range a practical first port of call — the firm holds authorised-supplier status for the brands covered here.
Detailed technical documentation is available on the Schüco UK technical library.