FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Ashland Introduces Its New Premium Vinyl Casement Hardware Line

Integrated premium casement hardware system combines high-end aesthetics and performance

LOWELL, IN— There is now a casement hardware system that can achieve water resistance beyond any known requirement or competitive offering.  With its water-tight, patented o-ring seal technology integrated within the operator, consumers can appreciate the added home protection from potential water and mold damage. The stainless steel construction incorporates a new advanced composite assembly that thermally insulates the operator, and significantly reduces transfer of heat and cold into the home. The tough multi-point lock offers a new progressive lock-up mechanism that delivers 30% more vertical motion for maximum sash pull-in to close the window, and allow for easier consumer operation with its low friction roller design.  The operator passes AAMA Commercial Grade 901-96 cycle test, and meets AAMA 101 hardware load rating. The Interlocking points will withstand 450 pounds of pulling force to pass AAMA DP 70, as well as Dade County Impact and cycle testing.

Ashland’s visual design was preferred over competition in consumer market research, and is offered in a choice of new trend-setting finishes that includes oil-rubbed bronze and satin nickel. The system includes detent lock and operator handles to indicate that the system is in the open and closed positions, including a fold-away crank handle that blends within the operator cover to eliminate interference with window covering. The operator is one of the easiest to operate, requiring less than 1 ft-lb of operating torque on a large 113 pound window.

Ashland’s hardware is also designed for easy integration into current window systems. And the system makes for minimum changeovers in window manufacturing, providing the same route location for dual, dyad and straight-arm operator styles. The lock is designed to ease keeper location and maximize sash pull-in distance, while providing lock bar retainers that are self-locating to ensure proper positioning.

For more information contact: Ashland Hardware Systems, 790 West Commercial Avenue, Lowell, IN.  Phone 219-696-5950 and FAX 800-626-1758.