The French company G-U  makes a variety of multi-point locks with a large selection of styles that offer Roller, Tongue, Shootbolt, Hook, and Latch Bolt versions of locking devices. G-U offers the Europa Series with the key cylinder below the handle and the New Breed with the cylinder above the handle. The older style lock designs have
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Andersen multi point lock

            The Andersen Window and Door 3-point lock has basically remained the same size since inception and the old style and new style are mostly interchangeable. The hooks have pointed up and down, the original faceplate was yellow zinc dichromate, today it’s stainless steel. There have been other improvements, but the top and bottom locking points are still in the same location on the Active lock mechanisms.  The old

Peachtree IPD  3-point multi lock system

The Peachtree IPD ( insulated patio door) is a complicated lock to replace if you don’t read this article and watch the video. This article contains information on the IPD multi-point lock components and tips to prevent having to re-install this lock more than once, or worse – locking the door and not being able to unlock. We have written instructions and a video to assist with the replacement of the existing lock. Read More

IPD Multipoint Lock Article

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Service Procedure - Peachtree IPD  Mortise Lock # 37400034 OX / 37400035 XO
Before you do anything be sure you have the correct lock with the proper handing.
This lock has a panic feature from the inside that allows unlocking the  door by using only the

Fuhr  Multi-Point Lock Information
www.allaboutdoors.com    6/15/2009 / Rory Snow

I’ve spent the  last year learning about Fuhr Multi-point Locks; Please take 10 minutes to read this information to assist yourself in finding the correct lock. Most brands have their name or logo on the faceplate, Fuhr is located between Latch and Deadbolt.
There are certain measurements that are

I’ve spent the  last year learning about Essve Multi-point Locks; Please take 10 minutes to read this information to assist yourself in finding the correct lock. Most brands have their name or logo on the faceplate, Essve is located Above the Latch and Deadbolt. There is normally a Truth label on the lock body.

There are certain measurements that are absolutely necessary and information needed when replacing an Essve / Truth Multi-Point Lock or installing a new