Sat, 02 May 2026 02:59:19 +0100 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/ Lussumo Vanilla 1.0.3 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=18333&Focus=309018#Comment_309018 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=18333&Focus=309018#Comment_309018 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 13:45:52 +0100 Rex
We have two balconies and each has the same tilt / sliding window. They are flush with the fixed window when closed, then pulled to open and a parallelogram mechanism brings them inwards to slide.

One has developed a loose fixing and although it works, when open, is not parallel with the fixed frame. The issue is that the rod, which is fitted into the casting (red arrow) now slides in and out of the casting. And I cannot see how it can be tightened. Looks to me that when made, the rod was inserted and the ribbing just crimped to lock the two together, but knowing that does not solve my problem as I cannot remove anything.

Epoxy will most likely not provide a permanent solution.

Any suggestions would be appreciated and / or a link to how this works.

Unfortunately, the Danish manufacturer of my windows went out of business X years ago so nothing available that I can find.

Thanks and toodle pip]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=18333&Focus=309021#Comment_309021 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=18333&Focus=309021#Comment_309021 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 17:22:01 +0100 djh
PS would the red arrow be up near the top of the second picture if it was shown?

PPS This page seems to be written by somebody who may be able to discover details of whoever designed your system, and maybe any comparable modern manufacturers:
https://www.doorandwindowexperts.co.uk/sliding-patio-doors/different-types-sliding-doors/]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=18333&Focus=309022#Comment_309022 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=18333&Focus=309022#Comment_309022 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 18:20:58 +0100 revor Posted By: djhDrill a small hole into the casting, tap it and then secure the rod with a screw? Maybe a grub screw if there isn't much room for a screw head.
Good idea. If you need the "screw" to be flush drill all the way through and insert a roll pin of length equal to the diameter of the casting.]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=18333&Focus=309031#Comment_309031 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=18333&Focus=309031#Comment_309031 Sat, 16 Aug 2025 09:26:43 +0100 Rex
I can see one challenge; the casting will most likely, be quite easy to drill, the rod, probably not so easy! If I could get it to the bench, that would be easier but that is most unlikely. Have to drill in-situ.]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=18333&Focus=309033#Comment_309033 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=18333&Focus=309033#Comment_309033 Sat, 16 Aug 2025 10:45:31 +0100 djh Posted By: RexI can see one challenge; the casting will most likely, be quite easy to drill, the rod, probably not so easy!That's why I suggested a screw.]]>