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Post by libra on Nov 2, 2006 23:55:35 GMT 1
Did a 25 mm shaped roof today, all OK apart from the Apollo screws, short or too long screws supplied. Have used the long
screws but while tightening one particular Apollo, I noticed the glass moving as the screw went in. phew!!!
Specialist products say that these are the only items supplied and you must buy your own from a diy shop.
I am amazed why Hillarys don't supply the pucker screw for the job. They must have a few broken windows, and what about the
issue with Hillarys recommended screws for the job.
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Post by greenpesto on Nov 3, 2006 0:41:58 GMT 1
Try fitting the smaller open filo either on top of or under the Apollo 13 filo anchors whilst using the longer screws !!!!!
I use a warning/disclaimer sticker that I've printed off warning customers about screw clearance between roof-bars & the glass & that walking on the top ( which you CAN do with boards )will result in broken glass.
With the increase in glass roofed conservatories it is really time to develop a screw-less blinds system.
The good news is that one DOES exist ... the bad news is that Sillarys are NOT likely to take it on!!!!!!
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Post by maxximus on Nov 3, 2006 8:53:32 GMT 1
Libra I always try to fix the apollo in the centre of the glazing bar where you are sure there is no chance of the screw touching any glass, or in GP case the glass coming into contact with screws when the roof is being walked on.
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Post by mendipmagpie on Nov 3, 2006 22:22:56 GMT 1
Libra. Who told to buy your own? We had a situation about a year ago when the standard 3/4 No 6 screws cracked a panel. After customer reported it some weeks later I was informed that that was the reason the self screws were introduced,because the standards were a couplemof threads to long. Although it was on 20mm if they sorted that problem surely yours is a Hillarys problem. After our incident I found out we were about the 3rd. Pleased I dont sell 25mm these days.
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Post by libra on Nov 6, 2006 20:16:13 GMT 1
Specialist products! also with confirmation from one of the conservatory trainers.
Completely amasses me why they dont offer the correct to use, a company with 81 Million turnover. I find the 25mm system a bit easier to sell due to the cost, but not realy
convinced with the fitting side of 20mm system.
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Post by mendipmagpie on Nov 6, 2006 22:42:08 GMT 1
Libra
Take the plunge mate I bet you will be surprised .Better cpmmission also helps.
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