Pro Installer May 2014 - Issue 14 | Page 48

48 MAY 2014 PRO INSTALLER PRO PRODUCTS www.proinstaller.co.uk VBH Adds Yale Window Hinge to Range VBH has added the brand new Yale Window Hinge to its range of friction stays for outward opening windows, which already includes the full selection of products from Securistyle. Available in both top hung and side hung versions in all the usual lengths, VBH advises that the product provides excellent weather sealing and draught proofing performance thanks to its extended enclosed end cap and asymmetrical sash arm. A lipped slider provides a smooth operation and the friction can be adjusted via a robust cam friction device that eliminates the risk of friction screw misuse. Slotted fixing holes mean the vent can be easily adjusted to ensure perfect closing. ‘easily adjusted to ensure perfect closing’ Most standard profiles are catered for as the Standard and Highline variants will suit hinge cavities from 13 – 18mm, meaning that the product is ideal for PVCu, aluminium and storm proof timber windows. Yale Window Hinges are manufactured using ferritic stainless steel and are covered by a Yale 10 Year Mechanical Guarantee. Call VBH on 01634 263300 or visit the Downloads page of www.vbhgb.com for further details. Freefoam Announces New Cast Iron Style Rainwater Range Freefoam has added a new cast iron effect range to the Freeflow rainwater system. Manufactured with long lasting PVC-U, designed to provide the authentic look and feel of traditional cast iron rainwater systems with all the benefits of a modern, low maintenance and fitter-friendly system. The cast iron effect system is available in both half round and deep styles with a full range of related accessories to ensure a neat and professional installation. While there is a continuing emphasis on building energy ef- ficient homes the external design and detailing of many new build developments remains traditional. Cast iron style guttering offers specifiers and property developers the ideal solution for a stylish traditional look giving homeowners a low maintenance long lasting system. The range also allows builders and renovators of period properties the option to update with modern materials without losing the charm and appeal of authentic features. The Freeflow rainwater system is co-extruded with a white interior to reduce heat absorption and expansion of gutters and ‘designed to provide the authentic look and feel of traditional cast iron rainwater systems’ features long-life advanced red compressible seals for ease of fitting and water-tight joints to ensure a leak-free performance. www.freefoam.com ‘water-tight joints to ensure a leakfree performance’