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  1. Cleaning Protection Tape

    General information PVC window profiles from aluplast are made of weatherproof, durable and easy-care material. The profiles are supplied from the factory with protective film or wrapped. Correct cleaning with the correct use of approved cleanin...
  2. Damage to Lift and Slide threshold.

    If the threshold of the Lift and Slide is Damaged,  there are limited options for repair.  It is suggested that a painter with bog and a colour matched spraycan follows the guide below.  ...
  3. Flashing Sizes - How to Calculate what is needed for your cladding system.

    Dimensions of the Ambiance uPVC flashings are listed below the video.  Talk to Starke today about how it is possible to simplify your flashing choices to 'one size fits all" with the incorporation of a simple scriber. ...
  4. SFS Dynamic 3DN16 Hinge

    From July 2024 Starke will be offering the SFS hinge on Inward opening doors.  For an outline of how this hinge works and how the superior adjustability features, see here: For a sl...
  5. How to Identify and Measure Your uPVC Door Handle - What is a PZ

    Measuring your uPVC door handle can be daunting and confusing, however, it’s a lot easier than you think. We will go through some very easy tips to set you on the path to replacing your uPVC door handle. Measuring the PZ Centres There are only...
  6. Pre-Production Topics - Triangles

    The guide below outlines some of the known limitations of triangle units in uPVC manufacturing.  If in doubt please contact sales@starke.co.nz To calculate triangles, we recommend using  Triangle Calculator ...
  7. E-Lok User Guide

    E-LOK 7-Series User Manual Ver. 2402 E7UM.pdf ...
  8. How to adjust the side and height of Tilt-Turn Windows with Siegenia hardware

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  9. How to clean your uPVC joinery

    Using WD40 and a clean cloth, before and after video: ...
  10. Operating your Ambiance French Doors with E-Lok

    See Also:  https://starke.knowledgeowl.com/help/e-lok-setting-up-your-e-lok-door-for-the-first-time https://starke.knowledgeowl.com/help/setting-up-the-key-override-on-your-e-lok-door   ...