Custom Channel Balance Request
So here's the specific information I have:
My Large Windows ? 18 Windows in Total
Lower Sash
Sash Balance Length: 28 15/16" (Metal Only)
Balance Marking: (03/6) Unique 28-D-40
Approximate Sash Weight: 27 lbs.
Overall Sash Dimensions: 32-15/16 w by 34-1/8 h by 1-7/8 t
Upper Sash
Sash Balance Length: 28 15/16" (Metal Only)
Balance Marking: (03/6) Unique 28-D-40
Approximate Sash Weight: 26 lbs.
Overall Sash Dimensions: 32-15/16 w by 33 h
My Medium Windows ? 3 Windows in Total
Lower Sash
Sash Balance Length: 23" (Metal Only)
Balance Marking: (4/01) Unique 22-E-50
Approximate Sash Weight: 22-1/2 lbs.
Overall Sash Dimensions: 32-15/16 w by 28-1/8 h
Upper Sash
Sash Balance Length: 23" (Metal Only)
Balance Marking: (03/6) Unique 22-E-50
Approximate Sash Weight: 22 lbs.
Overall Sash Dimensions: 32-15/16 w by 27 h
So by my reckoning I will need 72 pcs of the 29"/27 lb. balances (It appears to me that the uppers and lowers are the same), and
12 pcs of the 23"/22 lb. balances.
Could you please let me know the part number I should order, the cost of these items, and the routine delivery time. Also, does it make sense for me to order one set of 4 (For the large windows) initially, just to check that they will fit and function properly.
Thank you very much for your assistance with this order. Peter
PS: Here are a few photos of the existing windows which you may find helpful:
Top of a Lower Sash Balance




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Paul from SWISCO responded:
January 12, 2021
Hello there. The manufacturer of this Bonneville window balance has gone out of business. There isn't a simple balance replacement, but we believe you can use our Series 795 tilt balance with the 1" wide T-Lock shoe, the 15-194 (sold separately), as a replacement. We have been told by former customers that the shoes were oversized (the Channel is about 19 mm that the shoe fits into). Thus, you will need to modify the shoes by whittling the shoe down (mainly with a bench grinder and Drexel). Then, install the balance. We suggest you first try replacing the balances in the large lower sash with S795-29, along with the 15-194 T-Lock shoe. The stamp option will be our 29D for a sash weighing between 23 through 28 lbs. The Series 795 balance is mounted at the top of the window with a screw. Please review. |