Locking balance shoe and system for a pivotable window

Details Locking balance shoe and system for a pivotable window Locking balance shoe and system for a pivotable window

2005-08-23

2005-08-23

Thompson, II, Hugh B. (Department: 3634)

Movable or removable closures

Mounted for optional movements

Pivot mounted on sliding member; e.g., slide-stile

C049S176000, C049S446000, C016S197000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06931788

ABSTRACT:
Locking balance shoes and balance systems to be incorporated in pivotable double hung windows includes, in one embodiment, a pair of retractable tabs that partially extend through openings within an inverted window balance. In one embodiment of the method of installing such a system, an elongated end of the balance shoe is inserted into a window jamb and then rotated into position.

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