Africa · Profile System
Wispeco Aluminium
🇿🇦 South Africa · Last reviewed by Justin Orloff
Quick Facts
HQ
Johannesburg, South Africa
Materials
Aluminium extrusion profiles (architectural and industrial)
Specialty
South Africa's largest aluminium extrusion company
Brand
Crealco (premium architectural window brand - see Crealco guide)
Market
South Africa and Southern Africa
Brand at a Glance
- South Africa's largest aluminium extrusion company - profiles across multiple industries
- Crealco is Wispeco's premium certified architectural fenestration brand (see Crealco guide)
- Johannesburg base with national distribution across Southern Africa
Product Range
- Standard architectural aluminium profiles (supplied to fabricators)
- Premium Crealco certified window system profiles
- Industrial extrusion profiles (transportation, industrial applications)
- Custom profiles to specification
Why This System
Wispeco's scale means their extrusion quality is consistent - South African fabricators rely on Wispeco profiles as a trusted base material. The Crealco brand elevates this into a certified window system with defined performance standards. For cleaners, the key point is that Wispeco profiles are everywhere in South African construction.
South Africa's UV loading is high across all regions. Johannesburg and Gauteng additionally face thunderstorm hail. Cape Town has coastal salt air and strong winter winds. Wispeco profiles with standard powder coat or anodised finish need regular cleaning to maintain appearance and prevent coating degradation.
Step 1 of 2: Manufacturer Recommendations
Official Care Guidance
Step 2 of 2: The Orloffs Protocol
The Orloffs Protocol
This is how I clean Wispeco Aluminium windows. The tools and technique below come from 25 years of daily professional work on the glass. Every step has been tested on real installations and adapted specifically for Wispeco Aluminium systems.
Pro Tools
My daily tool list. This is what I carry to every job.
Follow these steps in order. Each one builds on the last. This is the same sequence I use on every Wispeco Aluminium installation.
- 1
1. Pre-rinse frames and glass.
- 2
2. Apply pH-neutral detergent.
- 3
3. Squeegee glass top to bottom.
- 4
4. Wipe frames; clear weep holes.
- 5
5. Check corner joints and gasket seating.
Pro Tips
- Wispeco profiles are standard across South Africa - treat as quality aluminium with powder coat or anodised finish.
- Gauteng hail: inspect glass for damage before cleaning. Do not apply pressure to cracked glass.
- For premium Crealco-certified systems, see our Crealco guide for specific product range and cleaning notes.
What NOT To Do
- Do not use acid descalers on powder-coated Wispeco profiles.
- Do not use abrasive pads on anodised profiles.
- Do not clean with dry cloths in dusty Gauteng or Karoo conditions.
Bundle Kits and Tool Recommendations
Bundle Kit
Tool Recommendations
pH-neutral detergent
View on Amazon [coming soon]14-inch squeegee
View on Amazon [coming soon]Microfibre cloths
View on Amazon [coming soon]Cleaning Frequency
Every 6-8 weeks standard. Monthly on coastal sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
Field Notes
“Wispeco profiles are the foundation of South African aluminium fabrication. When you encounter aluminium windows in South Africa without a clear brand label, they are very likely built on Wispeco extrusions. Clean as standard quality aluminium and adapt frequency to local climate.”
Justin Orloff
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