Our new Easy Connect Joining System delivers the ultimate in job site conveniences, making it easier to install the large combinations homeowners desire while also reducing jobsite resources needed. In fact, most contractors surveyed said they could reduce the number of installers by 50% using the Andersen Easy Connect Joining System.*
With this patented system large window combinations are split into smaller sub-group combinations that are factory assembled, have all the necessary joining components applied and arrive ready to install directly into the rough opening, making installation at the job site easier.
Easy Connect Joining System
The Easy Connect Joining System in Action
Easy Connect Joining System Overview
The patented Easy Connect Joining System utilizes interlocking fiberglass joining plates to give you design flexibility without compromising performance.
Ours vs. Theirs: Easy Connect Joining System
Watch an installation of Andersen 100 Series windows using our Easy Connect Joining System and see what makes this system different and better than the competition.
Reinforced Joining
Our patented reinforced joining system utilizes interlocking fiberglass joining plates offering design flexibility without compromising performance.
Choose a reinforced joining option when two-way combinations are desired or higher performance requirements need to be met. Our three reinforced joining options are tested to AAMA 450 and are Hallmark Certified for air, water and structural performance**. Reinforced joining with A-Series windows is also High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) approved.
**When installed according to Andersen installation instructions.
Option 1:
Easy Connect Joining System
Joined in the Opening
Receive lighter, easier to handle, pre-assembled smaller combinations that come ready to install and join in the rough opening with our new patented system.
- Available with 100 Series and A-Series Windows
Option 2:
Factory Joined Combinations
Joined at the Factory
Eliminate the need for job site assembly and receive fully-joined, factory-assembled window combinations to fit rough openings up to 12’ w x 8’ h.
- Available with A-Series Windows
- Available with 100 Series Windows
Option 3:
Joining Kit
Joined on the Jobsite
Order individual units and join them at the job site using this joining kit. No jobsite unit disassembly is required prior to joining and the kit includes all the necessary joining parts needed.
- Available with A-Series Windows
- Available with 100 Series Windows
Reinforced joining options utilize the strength and durability of interlocking fiberglass joining plates providing enhanced performance and design flexibility.
A-Series Windows
100 Series Windows
Get a high-level overview of our three reinforced joining options and see a detailed demo installation of our new Easy Connect Joining System.
Non-Reinforced Joining
For projects where performance and design flexibility aren’t a concern, we offer non-reinforced joining options.
Option 1:
Factory Joined Combinations
Joined at the Factory
- Available with A-Series Windows utilizing steel clips
- Available with 100 Series Windows utilizing fiberglass joining plates
Option 2:
Joining Kit
Joined on the Jobsite
- Available with A-Series Windows utilizing steel clips
- Available with 100 Series Windows utilizing fiberglass joining plates
Joining Guides
Performance Information
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*69% of 156 builders/general contractors in a 2018 survey said they could reduce the number of installers by half using the Easy Connect Joining System when comparing the installation of a 12’ wide x 8’ high pre-assembled window combination unit with four (4) 3’ wide x 8’ high window combination units.