Amstel Manufacturing – Sliding Grilles

Fantastic for large, non-linear openings. Great solution for site conditions with limited headroom. Wide variety of product styles to suit your application.

Technical Information

AS600S Stainless 126

Unique to Amstel Manufacturing, the AS600S Series Stainless Steel 126 Sliding Grille transforms the standard Classic 126 Aluminum Sliding Grille to a new level of strength and durability. It combines the ease of operation, installation and storage of traditional sliding grilles with a new level of toughness being fabricated from 304 alloy Stainless Steel.
The most vigorous of the Sliding Grille line is the ideal choice for use in hostile environments, in heavy traffic public spaces such as in airport, subway stations and train stations. Vertical full-height, solid 5/16” diameter rods are densely spaced on 1-3/4” centers to prevent intrusion yet to still allow full visibility and air flow through the grille curtain.
Shiny, #4 polished surfaces on all the visible, major components give this special grille an ultra modern look that fits well into commercial, public and institutional architecture without compromising the “high end” nature of your designed spaces.

AS700 Guardian Vista Sliding Grilles

This tough open style grille provides security while keeping the sense of open space. The Guardians sturdy construction is based on the Vista system of individual panels interlocked by full height hinge members. Hinge rods are completely concealed to protect them from vandalism and damage. The panels fold cleanly and positively, resulting in a smooth and easy to operate Grille. The open concept of the door doubles in decreasing the overall door weight and increasing operation ease. As an option, Guardians may be fabricated using steel reinforcing rods that further strengthen the Grille curtain. The Guardian Grille is a great choice for enclosing spaces that require good cross ventilation such as food court concessions. Guardians are appropriate area dividers where strength and high visibility are needed; great for schools, sports complexes and public transit areas. They are an ideal solution for behind glass protection, where a strong and resilient barrier is required.

AS350 Air Vista Sliding Grilles

Air Vista is one of the most popular sliding grilles: tough enough to be an effective security barrier while providing a view of internal architecture and merchandise. Air Vista is perforated with a custom pattern of slots that are narrow to prevent penetration and long to provide great vision and air flow. The Air Vista is one of the lightest solid framed sliding grilles, designed to eliminate intruders from reaching body parts into store property. The Air Vista system is unique. Grilles are fabricated with solid, dedicated components that interlock securely to prevent their removal by force. The Amstel Air Vista grilles use heavy gauge extruded aluminum inserts with “T” shaped edges that fit into special channels so that they cannot be punched out by intruders. Air Vista’s perforations are 1/4″ x 1-1/4″ oblongs that allow the high rate of air exchange needed for food courts and public spaces. Slots are arranged in a standard horizontal pattern; large orders may be fabricated to your own custom design. These grilles are the best choice for retail storefronts. Weighing less than tempered glass insert grilles, Air Vistas are easier to operate and are much lighter on supporting bulkheads. They can’t be smashed like glass and they avoid the code restrictions of polycarbonates. Air Vistas are one of the toughest, most versatile sliding products on the market.

AS500 Solid Vista Sliding Grilles

Solid Vista provides maximum-security protection along with absolute visual privacy. Full height aluminum panels together with heavy gauge dedicated extrusions, make the Solid Vista a formidable barrier against theft and vandalism as well as preying eyes. The Solid Vista is also suitable for a myriad of applications where restricted airflow is required and some acoustic separation is desired. This product is ideal for a wide variety of settings, anywhere from banks to bars. Unlike some of the open concept sliding grilles, the Solid Vista eliminates the temptation of theft by removing the visual enticement.

AS400 Perforated Vista Sliding Grilles

The Perforated Vista AS400 is one of Amstel’s most highly desired and affordable products. Designed very similar to Glass Vista AS700 and Air Vista AS300, the Perforated Vista AS400 uses the same hinge and hangar technology to insure top quality in relation to industry standards. Small circular punched holes are made in a painted steel sheet to grant air and light circulation. This design exposes the secure area visually while providing a rigid physical barrier.

AS200 Lexan Vista Sliding Grilles

Lexan Vistaʼs are very similar to Glass Vistaʼs however, its aluminum frames are filled with shatterproof 1/8″ Lexan inserts. Lexan inserts also play a role in reducing the overall weight of the Vista Grille. The advantage to Lexan inserts is that it cannot shatter like Tempered Glass.

AS100 Glass Vista Sliding Grille

The clean, attractive lines of the Glass Vista sliding grille make it the most popular style of storefront closure in malls. Clear, wide tempered glass inserts give an unobstructed view of displayed merchandise and store interior design, while providing a protective barrier against theft and intrusion. Tempered glass not only protects areas from direct intruder blows but, keeps all arms and objects out of the store property.

AS800 Sentry Sliding Grilles

These attractively patterned open style sliding grilles provide a high level of security for a lower cost.
Sentrys are multipurpose grilles often used in behind glass applications. They are secure enough to lock up store fronts and yet are open enough to allow air circulation through them. These grilles are ideally suited for applications such as food service kiosks. Sentrys are solid, substantial grilles that will stand up to the rigors of use in schools and stadiums.
The Sentry is available in a wide variety of checker-board patterns and motifs. Architects and designers can make smart use of the visual interest that these grilles offer.
Also avaiable in ASS12, AS33

AS600 Classic Sliding Grilles

Not only is the Classic the most economical and lightweight open style sliding grille, it easily blends with any decor, providing unobtrusive protection. It’s fine lines and high visibility makes the Classic an effective traffic barrier, while maintaining a sense of open space. With a hanging weight of only 0.8 lbs. per sq. ft., it is the best partition to install on structures with limited support. The Classic 126 is a good choice for floor to ceiling area dividers in public spaces such as offices, hospitals, food courts and lobbies. The Classic style door should also be considered for areas enclosed by glass for added protection if the glass should ever break. The Classic 126 is the only Sliding Grille available in a Stainless Steel #4 finish. This design is also available in a variety of checkerboard patterns.