ALUMINIUM WINDOW REPAIRS
Tilt & Turn Window Gearing Replacement — Meriden Hospital, Coventry
The Brief / Challenge
The tilt-before-turn gearing on aluminium windows at Meriden Hospital in Coventry had failed, preventing the windows from operating correctly. In a healthcare environment, properly functioning windows are critical — they provide controlled ventilation for patient wellbeing, and the restricted opening mechanisms are a mandatory safety feature in mental health and secure healthcare settings.
The defective gearing meant windows were either stuck closed (compromising ventilation) or unable to lock securely in the tilt position, creating both a clinical environment issue and a compliance concern.
The Solution / What We Delivered
Each affected window was deglazed to gain access to the sash and internal hardware. The sashes were removed from the frames, and the defective tilt-before-turn gearing was fully stripped out.
New gearing mechanisms and restricted handles were supplied and installed, restoring the correct tilt-before-turn operation and ensuring the windows could be opened for ventilation while maintaining the restricted opening limits required in a hospital environment.
All sashes were reinstated into the frames and fully realigned to ensure smooth, reliable operation across the full range of movement. The windows were then reglazed, with each IGU correctly toe and heeled — positioning the glass on setting blocks at precise points to achieve the correct load distribution across the sealed unit and prevent premature seal failure or glass stress.
Key Stats
- Defective tilt-before-turn gearing stripped out and replaced
- New restricted handles installed — compliant with healthcare window safety requirements
- All sashes realigned for smooth, reliable operation
- IGUs reglazed with correct toe and heeling for long-term performance
Accreditations & Compliance
Works were carried out within a live healthcare environment with full coordination with hospital management. All operatives held valid DBS clearance for working in healthcare settings. Alu-Glaze holds SSIP accreditation and is PASMA and IPAF certified.
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