Hardware specialist VBH has announced that Cotswold’s innovative new Prestbury Stay is the latest exciting addition to its product range.

Prestbury is a side hung friction stay that provides restricted, egress and easy clean functions all in one stay.

The restrictor function negates the need to fit additional hardware in situations where restriction is required on an egress window. In this position, the stay will allow a nominal maximum 100mm opening, depending on the sash width and profile design.

When the restriction is released, Prestbury moves into egress mode, allowing the sash to open fully to provide a clear exit route for occupants, and clear access for emergency teams.

The restriction release tab is finished in vibrant green to make it easily identifiable in the event of an emergency. It spans the whole width of the track for ease of operation without risk of finger trapping.

The easy clean function provides sufficient space between the frame/mullion and sash to allow the user to clean the sash’s exterior from inside the building.

The sash can be pulled closed directly from any position. Crucially, when the sash is closed, Presbury automatically resets so that it is in its safe, restricted, position the next time the window is opened.

Gary Gleeson, marketing manager at VBH, said:

“Throughout our 44-year history in the UK, VBH’s aim has always been to offer the best, most innovative products to our customers, whether those products are from our own GreenteQ brand or from one of our chosen supply partners.

“In Prestbury, the team at Cotswold has designed and produced a top quality friction stay that is just what the market has been waiting for. We are proud to add Prestbury to our extensive friction stay range.”

Prestbury has been tested to relevant safety standards and is covered by Cotswold Architectural Products’ 10-year mechanical guarantee.