Winkhaus UK Celebrates Double Win at the National Fenestration Awards

Winkhaus UK is celebrating a double success at the 2025 National Fenestration Awards, winning Door Component of the Year for the autoLock AV4 and Window Component of the Year for aluPilot.

The prestigious, industry-voted awards recognises Winkhaus as having the best door component and window component on the market, making this double victory especially meaningful.

Both categories were decided entirely by votes from professionals across the industry, reflecting the confidence and trust placed in Winkhaus products by fabricators, installers, and partners nationwide.

Justin Harris, Managing Director at Winkhaus UK, commented: “Winning Door Component of the Year for autoLock AV4 for the second year running, alongside Window Component of the Year for aluPilot, is a fantastic result and a real reflection of the quality, innovation, and teamwork across Winkhaus UK and the wider group.”

Award-Winning Innovation in Door and Window Technology

The autoLock AV4 takes the award for Door Component of the year for the second year running, and has quickly become a market favourite for its combination of reliability, convenience, performance, and security.

Designed to make installer and fabricators lives easier the AV4 delivers significantly reduces the number of call outs for misaligned and sticky locks. It stands up to the stresses of thermal expansion, whilst meeting PAS24 requirements, the AV4 offers reliable operation, with effortless use regardless of age or ability.


Meanwhile, Window Component of the Year went to our aluPilot window locking system impressed voters for its smart engineering and fabrication efficiency.

Designed specifically for aluminium window systems, aluPilot reduces fabrication time by at least 10 minutes per sash compared to conventional systems, while meeting the demands of enhanced security and safety measures, with simple additions such as the OBALKS child safety restrictor designed to improve ventilation without compromising safety.

Commitment to Quality and Innovation

These awards underscore Winkhaus’s ongoing commitment to innovation, quality, and partnership within the fenestration sector.

From pioneering locking systems to integrated smart solutions, Winkhaus continues to deliver products that enhance security, efficiency, and end-user experience.