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Aluminium Technical and Security Details

 (A) Cut-away section through a mainframe entrance door showing (1) the slimness of the door and frame. (2) The high performance weatherseal, (3) the weatherbar (4) the "wraparound" glazing system which means that the glass is actually built into the door, (5) the thermal barriers and (6) foam for efficient thermal insulation All sliding patio doorframe heads are fitted with (1) anti-lift blocks to prevent the door panels being lifted out of the frame, and (2) optional shoot bolts which allow the door to be held partially open for the flow of fresh air, but stop toddlers or pets getting out. Our 'anti slam' feature avoids damage to the locking mechanism should the door be slammed closed.
tech6.jpg (21845 bytes)(G) when closed, the sliding panel (1)tech7.jpg (11206 bytes) interlocks with the fixed panel to prevent them being levered apart tech8.jpg (7053 bytes)Cut away of the Monolock Security Locking System showing the optional centre hook lock (1) which secures the door to the frame, and security key cylinder with anti-drill inserts (2) available when the shoot head bolt option is specified. (3) The heads of the four locking bolts located behind heavy gauge stainless steel keeps to prevent the door being forced from the frame.
Cut-away of the top of a patio panel and frame, showing (1) the controllable hidden night ventilator, with (2) insect and fly screen.

Cut-away of the bottom of a sliding patio door panel showing (1) the high performance weatherseals, (2) thermal barriers, (3) foam insulation, (4) stainless steel track, (5) tandem rollers for smooth trouble free operation, and (6) glass built into the panel for increased security.
Monolock Security Locking System is fitted on all doors as standard with additional options available to allow you greater choice in finding the right combination of security and style for your home.

Double-glazed decorative glass sealed units are secured in place by strong, powder coated aluminium mouldings on the side, which in turn are secured by patented steel camlocks making any attempt to remove the glass virtually impossible. The sealed units have a laminated glass outer pane for improved security.
(1) The upper and lower of the four bolts are hooked shaped to prevent the door leaf being levered away from the frame. (2) High security bolts top and bottom can be specified to secure the door in six separate places. (3) Monolock security key cylinder with anti-drill inserts. A safeguard which is offered as an optional extra.
(4) 'Kitemarked@ Deadlock to BS53621, another security option available to keep out the intruder. This high quality lock is often specified by insurance companies. Check your policy for details.
 

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