Building -- Estimates; Factories -- Design and construction; Hardware
=72. Transom Chains.=—In Fig. 90 are illustrated several types of
=transom chains=. The chains shown at (_a_) and (_b_) are suitable
for sashes weighing not more than 25 pounds, while that at (_c_) is
sufficiently strong for sashes weighing over 25 pounds. These chains
are fastened to cleats furnished with countersunk screw holes for
securing readily to the frame and sash. When the sash is hinged at the
bottom, these chains are used to limit the opening of the sash. They
are sometimes employed as an additional guard, to prevent the sash from
falling in case the sash lifter becomes broken. The ordinary lengths
of sash chains range from 8 to 24 inches, the latter length being
sufficient for the opening of the largest sash.
[Illustration: FIG. 90]
=73. Casement Trim.=—The term _casement_ applies properly to any hinged
sash. It is, however, usually limited to windows that have a sill set
some distance above the floor. Where the casement sash extends to
the floor, the term _French window_ is generally applied, although
frequently the terms are confused. In designing casement windows,
the details of the hardware should be such that the casements can be
made weather-tight; and in laying out the full-sized details for the
mill work for a casement sash and frame, the available hardware should
be studied, so that the woodwork may be arranged to conform to it.
=74. Casement Bolts and Fasts.=—Casement sash may be provided with any
good form of top and bottom bolts or hinged sash fasteners, but these
should be supplemented by a good latch or cupboard catch at the center.
Special =turnbuckles=, or =casement fasts=, constructed as shown in
Fig. 91, are on the market. All of the catches shown will securely
fasten the sash, but the types shown at (_a_) and (_d_), Fig. 91, will
draw the sash tightly against the frame when the buckle, or fast, is
drawn in place. In countries where casement sash are in general use,
the necessary fastenings, including the top and bottom bolts, are
embodied in one structure, as described in the following article.
[Illustration: FIG. 91]
=75. Cremorne Bolts.=—In the best work, the =Cremorne bolt= is used for
casement windows. This device consists of a vertical rod divided at or
about the middle of its length, thus making two pieces, and is operated
by a knob, or handle, at that point. Types of ornamental Cremorne
bolts are illustrated in Fig. 92. As shown, the upper and lower ends
of the rods, or bolts, slide vertically and in opposite directions,
being operated by the turning of the knob, or handle. These bolts
are furnished with suitable strikes, either of the plate or the box
form, which are attached to the window at the top or the bottom. Since
the ends of the bolts are beveled, they press the two sashes tightly
together and against the sash frame when they are thrown in. A single
movement of the knob, or lever handle, is sufficient to release both
bolts.
[Illustration: FIG. 92]
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