Abstract: A reach out lock for a sliding door is disclosed. The reach out lock includes keeper having a keeper latch and a locking mechanism having a hook to engage the keeper latch. The reach out lock further includes a mechanism which prevents actuation of the locking mechanism if the locking mechanism is out of alignment with the keeper.

Abstract: A hinge assembly is suitable for use with a casement window assembly. The hinge assembly includes a frame fixedly connected to the window frame, a track on the hinge frame including a channel, a shoe slidably connected to the track, a sash arm pivotably connected to the shoe and fixedly connected to the window, and a swivel arm pivotably connected at a first end to the sash arm and pivotably connected at a second end to the hinge frame. The hinge assembly also includes structure for limiting pivoting of the sash arm relative to the shoe. The hinge assembly further includes means disposed on the hinge frame for assisting insertion of a portion of the shoe into the channel to mount the shoe on the track. An adjustment mechanism, having an eccentric adjuster and a quick-connect structure, pivotably connects the swivel arm to the frame.

Abstract: A casement window assembly includes a hinged sash window pivotally mounted within a window frame. The casement window assembly has a sash lift mechanism having a base and a moveable member. The base is mounted on the window frame. The moveable member is pivotally supported by the base. In instances where the sash window may become misaligned within the window frame, the moveable member engages the sash window as the sash window moves to its closed position. The moveable member provides a lift force to the sash window to enhance the alignment of the sash window as the sash window is placed in the closed position.

Abstract: A reach out lock for a sliding door is disclosed. The reach out lock includes keeper having a keeper latch and a locking mechanism having a hook to engage the keeper latch. The reach out lock further includes a mechanism which prevents actuation of the locking mechanism if the locking mechanism is out of alignment with the keeper.