Open Windows
Open Windows is a Canadian, family-owned manufacturer and supplier of high-performance vinyl and aluminum window and door systems for premium residential, multi-family, and commercial construction, operating two divisions across two showroom locations in Richmond, BC and Vaughan, ON.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2015
- HeadquartersRichmond, Canada
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Open Windows does
Open Windows is a privately held, family-owned Canadian company founded in 2015 that engineers and supplies high-performance vinyl and aluminum window and door systems for the premium residential, multi-family, and commercial construction markets. The company operates through two specialized divisions: the Open Windows vinyl division, which sources European-manufactured systems built with Rehau profiles and Roto hardware, and the Nordica Aluminum division, which manufactures aluminum systems locally in Canada using Reynaers Aluminium profiles and Sobinco hardware. Product capabilities span tilt-and-turn and casement windows, French and folding doors, lift-and-slide doors, curtain walls, skylights, and architectural cladding, with engineered spans of up to 10 meters for lift-and-slide doors and 18 feet for folding doors.
The underlying technology stack combines advanced CNC machining for aluminum and vinyl fabrication, proprietary seamless welding technology achieving a 0 mm weld line, compression-sealed thermal and acoustic systems for demanding applications, and an integrated ERP platform providing order visibility and traceability. Manufacturing footprint includes a 30,000 sq ft aluminum production facility in Canada and a 50,000 sq ft European vinyl manufacturing facility. Go-to-market is sales-led and direct: Open Windows operates two showroom and office locations (Richmond, BC serving western Canada and Vaughan, ON serving eastern Canada) and engages builders, developers, and architects through technical consultation, product specification, project coordination, and installation support, with seven-day-a-week technical service. Pricing is quote-based and project-specific, with no publicly disclosed standard tiers. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales across residential, multi-family, and commercial projects.
Open Windows firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Open Windows
- Legal name
- Open Windows
- Website
- https://open-windows.ca
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2015
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Open Windows is a Canadian, family-owned manufacturer and supplier of high-performance vinyl and aluminum window and door systems for premium residential, multi-family, and commercial construction, operating two divisions across two showroom locations in Richmond, BC and Vaughan, ON.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Open Windows industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Windows and Doors Manufacturing
- NAICS
- Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321)
- SIC
- Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Windows (IMADAIAC)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Custom Window & Door Fabrication & Replacement (HSAPAJAI), Interior Doors (IMADAIAB), Aluminum Value-Added Components (Automotive, Aerospace, Packaging, Building Systems) (IMAKACAM)
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Where Open Windows is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Richmond
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Open Windows business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Window and Door Product Sales: Revenue generated through the sale of high-performance vinyl and aluminum window and door systems to builders, developers, architects, and end customers. Products are sold directly through showrooms and consultation-based sales for residential, multi-family, and commercial projects.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Other | Custom project-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels3 records
Open Windows product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Open Windows engineers, manufactures, and supplies high-performance vinyl and aluminum window and door systems through two specialized divisions. The Open Windows vinyl division offers European-manufactured systems using Rehau profiles and Roto hardware, while the Nordica Aluminum division manufactures aluminum systems in Canada using Reynaers Aluminium profiles and Sobinco hardware. Products include tilt and turn windows, casement windows, folding doors, lift and slide doors, curtain walls, skylights, and architectural cladding.
Product overview
Open Windows operates two specialized divisions offering complementary window and door solutions. The Open Windows vinyl division delivers European-manufactured systems using premium Rehau profiles and Roto hardware, including Tilt & Turn Windows, Casement Windows, Tilt & Glide Doors, French Doors, Folding Doors, and Lift & Slide Doors. The Nordica Aluminum division manufactures high-performance aluminum systems in Canada using Reynaers Aluminium profiles and Sobinco hardware, offering Windows, Doors, Entrance Doors, Curtain Walls, Skylights, and Paralline Cladding. Both divisions serve the premium residential, multi-family, and commercial construction markets with a focus on energy efficiency, structural integrity, and architectural design flexibility.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Nordica Aluminum: The aluminum division of Open Windows, manufacturing high-performance aluminum window and door systems in Canada using premium Reynaers Aluminium profiles and Sobinco hardware, delivering architectural flexibility, precision, and long-term reliability.
Products and services
- Tilt & Turn Windows (Vinyl)
- Casement Windows (Vinyl)
- Tilt & Glide Doors (Vinyl)
- French Doors (Vinyl)
- Folding Doors (Vinyl)
- Lift & Slide Doors (Vinyl)
- Aluminum Windows (Nordica)
- Aluminum Doors (Nordica)
- Aluminum Entrance Doors (Nordica)
- Aluminum Curtain Wall (Nordica)
- Aluminum Skylights (Nordica)
- Paralline Cladding Aluminum (Nordica)
Quantifiable outcome
- 1,000+ satisfied clients served
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use Open Windows
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Open Windows technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
Open Windows partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.
- Reynaers AluminiumcoreReynaers Aluminium is a premium European aluminum systems provider whose profiles are used in Nordica Aluminum division products. This partnership delivers architectural flexibility, precision engineering, and long-term durability for demanding residential and commercial aluminum window and door applications.
- SobincocoreSobinco provides high-performance European hardware used in Nordica Aluminum division products. Their hardware systems ensure smooth operation, security, reliability, and precision across aluminum window and door configurations.
- RehaucoreRehau is a premium European vinyl profile provider whose profiles are used in Open Windows vinyl division products. This partnership enables proven European engineering, energy efficiency, and long-term performance in vinyl window and door systems.
- RotocoreRoto provides hardware systems for Open Windows vinyl division products. Their European-engineered hardware complements Rehau profiles to deliver reliable operation and performance.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Open Windows competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Marvin Windows and Doors: Premium, builder- and architect-focused manufacturer of wood, aluminum-clad, and fiberglass windows and doors. Comparable to Open Windows on premium positioning, architectural specification sales, and large-format custom configurations.
- Loewen: Canadian-based premium window and door manufacturer serving high-end residential and commercial projects across North America. Closely comparable on premium positioning, architectural flexibility, and Canadian manufacturing footprint.
- Vinyl Window Designs: Canadian manufacturer of custom vinyl windows and doors serving builders, developers, and renovators in Ontario and eastern Canada. Directly comparable on vinyl product depth, custom fabrication, and overlap with Open Windows' eastern Canada showroom territory.
- Kohltech Windows & Entrance Systems: Canadian fenestration manufacturer offering vinyl, wood, and aluminum windows and entrance doors for residential and commercial markets. Comparable on Canadian manufacturing base, dual-material product lines, and builder/developer GTM.
- All Weather Windows: One of Canada's largest vinyl and aluminum window and door manufacturers serving residential, multi-family, and commercial builders. Most directly comparable to Open Windows given overlapping Canadian footprint, dual vinyl/aluminum portfolio, and builder/developer go-to-market.
Broad incumbents
- Pella Corporation: Major North American window and door manufacturer with deep builder/architect relationships and showrooms. Competes with Open Windows in premium residential and architectural segments, particularly on aluminum-clad and large-view products.
- Jeld-Wen: Global, publicly listed manufacturer of windows, doors, and related building products with a substantial Canadian presence. Comparable as a scaled fenestration incumbent that competes against Open Windows on multi-family and commercial specifications across overlapping product categories.
- Andersen Windows & Doors: One of North America's largest window and door manufacturers with broad residential and light-commercial portfolios. Comparable on premium residential specification selling motion, though Andersen is far larger and does not focus on European-profile systems like Open Windows.
- MI Windows and Doors: Large North American window and door manufacturer focused on vinyl and aluminum products for residential and light-commercial construction. Comparable on multi-family and builder-channel volume, though MI is significantly larger and broader in scope.
Others
- Reynaers Aluminium: European supplier of premium aluminum profile systems used by Open Windows' Nordica division. Relevant as a technology partner and potential upstream/downstream competitor if Reynaers were to expand direct Canadian distribution.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Open Windows leadership team
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Open Windows funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Open Windows M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Open Windows
What does Open Windows do?
Open Windows engineers, manufactures, and supplies high-performance vinyl and aluminum window and door systems through two specialized divisions. The Open Windows vinyl division offers European-manufactured systems using Rehau profiles and Roto hardware, while the Nordica Aluminum division manufactures aluminum systems in Canada using Reynaers Aluminium profiles and Sobinco hardware. Products include tilt and turn windows, casement windows, folding doors, lift and slide doors, curtain walls, skylights, and architectural cladding.
Is Open Windows a public or private company?
Open Windows is a private company. It is classified as family owned and is currently operating.
When was Open Windows founded?
Open Windows was founded in 2015. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Open Windows based?
Open Windows is headquartered in Richmond, Canada, in the North America region.
How does Open Windows make money?
One revenue line is on record: window and Door Product Sales.
Who are Open Windows's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Marvin Windows and Doors, Loewen, Vinyl Window Designs, Kohltech Windows & Entrance Systems and All Weather Windows. Broad incumbents are Pella Corporation, Jeld-Wen, Andersen Windows & Doors and MI Windows and Doors. Reynaers Aluminium is listed as an others.
Does Open Windows have an API?
No public API is recorded for Open Windows.
What industry is Open Windows in?
Open Windows's product category is Windows and Doors Manufacturing. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMADAIAC, Windows, with a secondary code of HSAPAJAI, Custom Window & Door Fabrication & Replacement. Its NAICS code is 332321 and its SIC code is 3442.