New TITAN Sliding Patio Door Locking SystemCombining Strength and Security with Installation Flexibility

CHESTER, CT-- September 18, 2007 -- TITAN™, a new sliding patio door locking system that combines strength and security with greater installation flexibility, is now available from Roto Frank of America, Inc. The locking system, which meets AAMA specifications, is comprised of an ergonomically designed interior "Malibu" handle set, a mounting base, a latch lever and an exterior pull. Customers can currently choose from 2-point, 4-point and 6-point lock assemblies. Another interior handle design will complete the TITAN series in the coming months.

TITAN's 2-point version has two opposing hooks to prevent the door panel from being lifted off the track and out of the frame. All lock assemblies have a mishandling device to prevent damage to the locking hooks when closing the door. In addition, on the interior assembly, the mounting screws are side mounted for a cleaner appearance.

Malibu TITAN Sliding Patio Door Locking System

Available in both locking and non-locking configurations, TITAN has a locking/unlocking detent feature that indicates positive lock or unlock status. For maximum security, the non-locking version is available with a security plate and an anti-drill feature on the exterior pull.

According to Dan Gray, director of sales and marketing, "TITAN possesses strength, security and performance -- all crucial characteristics that our customers need, as well as the flexibility, the variety and the style that they want."

TITAN is available in three standard colors, G2 white, blue white and almond as well as seven architectural finishes including brass, antique brass, chrome, brushed chrome, oil rubbed bronze, pewter and brushed nickel. Custom colors, custom handles and custom logos on the escutcheon are available upon request.

Trim packages include an interior handle, a mounting base, a latch lever, and an exterior pull. Locking configurations are available keyed alike or keyed random. Strikers with varying heights and cylinders in either a chrome face or brass face are also available.

Roto Frank AG was founded in 1935 in Stuttgart, Germany by the inventor of tilt & turn hardware, Wilhelm Frank. In 1950, the company moved to a facility in Leinfelden-Echterdingen, a suburb of Stuttgart where it is still headquartered today. Roto Frank employs more than 3,000 people and currently operates twelve manufacturing facilities as well as sixteen sales offices and distribution centers worldwide.

Beginning with the founding of the company in 1935, Roto Frank revolutionized the construction industry with unique applications. For the first time, near Stuttgart, Germany, Wilhelm Frank presented the first "Roto N" Tilt &Turn hardware, which enabled windows to be both turned as well as tilted. Today, more than 70 years later, Roto Frank has evolved into the world's largest supplier of OEM window hardware with 12 production locations and more than 30 sales subsidiaries or partners around the globe.

Roto Frank of America, Inc., headquartered in Chester, CT, was founded in 1979 and manufactures and markets window and door hardware to manufacturers in North America. Characterized by Roto's distinctive German quality and durability, the comprehensive line includes: casement and awning operators, hinges, locking systems, sliding and hinged door hardware, as well as all of the European hardware options. In addition to this wide product offering, Roto provides personal services, research and development and a true commitment to offer Real Advantages to its customers.

For more information about Roto's services or the new TITAN™ sliding patio door lock, i-Lock™ window sash lock, X-Drive® casement hardware, NT Designo® Tilt-N-Turn European Hardware, or Patio Life® sliding door hardware, please contact, Roto Frank of America, Inc., toll free 1-800-243-0893 or visit www.rotohardware.com

Contact: Dan Gray
Director of Sales and Marketing
Roto Frank of America, Inc.
800.243.0893 Ext. 708
Dan.Gray@roto-frank.com