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Emplas has further enhanced its market leading door ranges with the introduction of new hardware options that include the Fab&Fix Classic range from ERA and the Ultion Sweet portfolio from Brisant Secure. The Classic range of door hardware from Fab&Fix will now be specified as standard on all of Emplas’ PVC-U, patio and composite doors and offers neat, timeless aesthetics...
Yale has introduced the Postmaster Professional TS008 slim letterplate, its most streamlined design to date, offering top-tier security, exceptional durability, and a modern, sleek look. The Postmaster Professional TS008 slim letterplate meets the rigorous standards of TS008:2022 and it is also accredited by Secured by Design (SBD). In addition, the updated letterplate meets the stringent requirements of FD30 and FD60...
Kenrick has launched AK Touch Secure which is said to offer a seamless blend of smart technology and high-quality security credentials that bring ‘exceptional functionality and efficiency’. Andy Meakin, sales and marketing manager at Kenrick, said: “Whether you’re enhancing security in domestic or commercial settings, specialist sites such as residential or care homes, or Airbnb properties, the AK Touch Secure...
Door hardware manufacturer Arrone, a Hoppe Group brand, is encouraging door manufacturers to ensure letterplates meet building regulations requirements and are not the weak link when it comes to door security. Approved Document Q of the Building Regulations calls for doors and windows to be able to resist unauthorised access. This includes protection against letterbox fishing – a common technique used by...
Hardware specialist, VBH, is reporting increased sales of tilt and turn hardware thanks to the addition to its range of the ArTech tilt & turn system from Italian hardware manufacturer, AGB. In recent months VBH has widened the reach of the system by developing profile related parts for a number of new PVC-U profile systems, including Profile 22 Optima and...
Heritage Trade Frames has teamed up with Brisant Secure and Ultion locks, as the fabricator looks to ensure that its doors are equipped ‘with the best protection on the market’. Last year, the discovery of two new attack methods is said to have revealed previously unknown vulnerabilities in most door locks. In response, the British Standards Institution (BSi) introduced stricter...
The skills gap won't be solved overnight, but by taking a more targeted, Generation Z-focused approach, we can start building the foundations for a stronger, more sustainable future for our industry, says Sam Nuckey, managing director of Window Ware. The skills gap in the glazing industry has been a persistent challenge for many years, and despite numerous initiatives and discussions,...
VBH has supported a number of football teams over the years at various levels and is currently involved with two clubs in England, and another in Scotland. In the north, VBH has recently supplied shirts for Rossvale FC. Based in Bishopbriggs, near Glasgow, Rossvale is said to be one of the largest football community clubs in Scotland, with around 800...
UAP has announced revenue of £28.4 million for its latest financial year, marking its 15th consecutive year of revenue growth. UAP revenues reportedly grew by more than a third in the year to April 2024, driven by the acquisitions of Security Hardware in December 2022 and Maher London in January 2023, and by organic growth which included the launch of a new business line, Fire Door...
Hardware designer and supplier Kenrick has announced it will be exhibiting for the first time at FIT Show 2025. Andy Meakin, sales and marketing manager at Kenrick, said: “We’re delighted to be exhibiting at FIT next year. It’s the highlight of the industry calendar, bringing together customers, prospective customers and suppliers under one roof. We’re looking forward to making our...
AT Precision is set to return to the FIT Show in 2025. Exhibiting on Stand S46, the company says it will demonstrate how it has evolved to become a one-stop shop for fabricators. The stand will feature its full range of offerings, from the established Everglide bi-fold hardware and Everseal gaskets to newer developments in aluminium profiles for bi-fold doors....
Carl F Groupco has reported growing interest in its emergency exit hardware range for public sector and commercial projects. The company says that demand is being driven by contractors working in healthcare, industrial and commercial settings, where fire safety and rapid evacuation are critical concerns. Owen Coop, CEO of Carl F Groupco, explained: “Contractors are increasingly looking for solutions that...
A new TS 008:2022 tested letterplate from Arrone, a Hoppe Group brand, has been launched to help protect homeowners from letterbox ‘fishing’. Andy Matthews, head of sales at Hoppe (UK) commented: “Homeowners are becoming much more aware of the need to protect their property, but the rise of the video doorbells and other smart devices mean that when considering their...
Carl F Groupco has reported sustained hardware demand for casement windows. Owen Coop, CEO of Carl F Groupco, commented: “While the industry has recently shifted its focus towards feature windows and their value-added potential, for most fabricators it is the standard casement window that remains a core product. “This segment represents a significant proportion of sales and continues to experience...
Window Ware has been shortlisted for the Component Supplier of the Year award at the upcoming G24 Awards. Sam Nuckey, managing director of Window Ware, said: “Being shortlisted for the G24 Awards is fantastic and a huge testament to our team's hard work and dedication. We've always strived to not just meet but exceed our customers' expectations, and this recognition...
Rapierstar, the UK and Ireland’s largest supplier of specialist fasteners to the window and door industry, has supported the technical team at Cotswold Architectural Products during the development of an innovative, multi-functional friction stay to be launched in 2025, as part of its long-term partnership. According to Cotswold, the new 'Prestbury' friction stay will offer three functions in a single...
By Nick Dutton, CEO, Brisant-Secure. The discovery last year of two new door lock attack methods that could defeat most door locks shocked the industry, prompting the BSi to publish a tough new PAS24 update. Adding the tools to test for the new attacks to the PAS24 update mirrors the change made by Sold Secure to the Diamond (SS312) standard...
VBH has introduced two new GreenteQ shootbolt systems for outward opening casement windows. GreenteQ iQ Intellect is a non-crop shootbolt that is designed to speed up the fitting process and, according to VBH, generates no wasted hardware through offcuts. It covers sash rebate sizes up to a door-like 1,800mm. VBH says that adjustable mushroom bolt cams in the middle of...
Supply chain stability is vital for every business, and it is something Carl F Groupco ‘more than delivers’, according to the hardware specialist. Owen Coop, CEO of Carl F Groupco, explained: “The company was founded in the 1950s, demonstrating our longevity and stability, but our strength stretches far beyond just the years we have been established. It extends to every...
Hardware designer and manufacturer Kenrick has the Maximus inline security espagnolette. Andy Meakin, sales and marketing manager, said: “The Maximus inline security espagnolette continues our proud tradition of designing and manufacturing intelligent hardware products that make a difference to window and door fabricators.” The Maximus inline security espagnolette is designed to be fast to fit, saving valuable production time and...
