Window Security Features

The security of your home and the safety of your family is now more important than ever. California Showcase Construction works with window and patio door manufacturers that equip their products with superior window security features.

Continuous Interlock

Anlin Window & Door Features

Continuous interlocking rails prevents access to “jimmy” the lock by intruders

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Other Window Manufacturers

“Notched” interlocks allow access to the locking hardware

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Pull-Tight Cam Lock | Secure Weather-Tight Seal

Anlin Window & Door Features

Cam lock design, reaches out to pull sash tight providing strong, tamper-proof security

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Other Window Manufacturers

Cam lock design, reaches out to pull sash tight providing strong, tamper-proof security

Hardware Screwed into Metal Reinforcement

Anlin Window & Door Features

Engineered for security and safety, all window locks and keepers are fastened into reinforcement

Anlin Window Systems products have ALL been tested and passed the most rigorous resistance test: “California Forced Entry” (CFE)

Interior Glass-to-Frame Main Seal

Anlin Window & Door Features

All Anlin products are engineered to have the main glass-to-frame seal on the interior of the home

Even when glaze bead is removed from exterior, it’s impossible for an intruder to remove the glass unit without breaking the glass causing a “loud” break-in noise

Other Window Manufacturers Features

The main glass-to-frame seal is on the exterior side of the home

A simple putty knife can easily remove the glass unit without breaking the glass (a “quiet” break-in)

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Right and Left Handed Locks

Anlin Window & Door Features

Engineered to always have the lock lever point downward when in the locked position regardless of operation

Allows homeowner to know if window is locked at a quick glance for peace of mind

Other Window Manufacturers Features

Use right handed locks on all window operations resulting in some windows locked with the lever pointing down and some windows locked with the lever pointing up

Creates an unsafe feeling for the homeowner in knowing which windows are actually locked

Anti-Lift Block Vent Stop

Anlin Window & Door Features

The anti-lift block is mounted in the top of every sliding window and restricts the ability to lift the sash up and out when the vent stop is engaged

Vent stop–standard in all sliding and hung products with equal sight lines allows window to be opened slightly for fresh air and still provide some security

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Double Strength Glass

Anlin Window & Door Features

Two Locks On Medium To Large Windows

Anlin Window & Door Features

Enhanced security with dual locks on all medium to large windows

Multi-Point Locking System | Sliding Patio Doors

Anlin Window & Door Features

Malibu sliding patio doors come standard with a multi-point locking system

Two heavy duty hooks move outward to engage the keeper securely locking the door at the jamb

Optional keyed lock and 3/8˝ dead bolt available for extra security

Other Window Manufacturers Features

Single point locks are not as secure against intruders

Few or no additional security options

Tamper-Proof Exterior Handle

Anlin Window & Door Features

Malibu exterior door handles are engineered as two separate parts–one solid part for “no-key” option and another separate part for “with key” option

This stops an intruder from gaining access to the lock and requires the glass to be broken to enter the home

Other Window Manufacturers Features

Use one handle for both “nokey” and “with key” options

This requires a knock-out plug which can be easily punched out with a screw driver allowing easy access to the lock for a quiet “break-in”

Three-Point Locking System with Deadbolt

Anlin Window & Door Features

Malibu swinging French style doors are standard with a 3-point locking system plus a dead bolt

Operable sidelights also use 2 positive action locks for each sidelights

Sash Bolts

Anlin Window & Door Features

On Sliding Patio Doors

Uses a 3/8″ stainless bolt for added security

Also known as a dead-bolt for sliding patio doors

On Sliding Windows

Uses a 1/4″ stainless bolt for added security on sliding windows

Can also be used as a “fresh air stop” to allow ventilation with enhanced security

AAMA Gold Forced Entry Certified

Anlin Window & Door Features

All hardware on operable products are engineered to securely fasten to metal reinforcement

We hope this blog helped inform you when it’s time to replace the entry door system on a home. If you are considering replacing your entry door we are here to help you make the best decision. For a free in-home consultation fill out our online form or contact California Showcase Construction at (951) 682-0208.