Mishandling locks & switch locks for windows
Anti-mishandling devices in suitable window fittings prevent the window handle from being operated unintentionally when the sash is in an unintended position. They are also known as mishandling locks or anti-mishandling locks and are an integral part of corresponding tilt-and-turn fittings.
At Fenstergigant, you will find anti-mishandling devices for windows as spare parts for compatible fitting systems. For the correct selection, you should consider the manufacturer, fitting series, version, and existing article number.
What is an anti-mishandling device?
An anti-mishandling device is a component of the window fitting. In appropriately designed fitting systems, it ensures that certain incorrect positions are avoided when operating the window handle. If the existing anti-mishandling device is damaged or worn, it can be replaced as an individual spare part for suitable fittings.
Various terms are used for this fitting component. In addition to anti-mishandling device, the terms mishandling lock and anti-mishandling safety catch are also common. However, the decisive factor for the selection is not the name alone, but the compatibility with the existing window fitting.
