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Kenrick has launched a new website, which includes eight new product ranges: the Nemesis espagnolette window locking system; a suite of friction stays; a 3-Star cylinder; the new Heritage range of handles, stays and dummy stays; a new suited door handle range; a suited window handle range; a new collection of letterplates and knockers; and door hinges. Steve Williams, Kenrick’s...
Now students have settled into their new lodgings, universities are being urged to ensure that all campus accommodation windows are suitably secure, and reminded that if they’re not, the cost and effort to make them safe is minimal compared with the potential consequences of death or injury. “Heart breaking news reports of students falling or jumping from the windows of...
The latest Yale products to be added to Carl F Groupco’s catalogue are the Encloser Window Espagnolette and the Friction Stay range, which allow customers to gain access to Yale’s Lifetime Security Guarantee. Carl F Groupco’s managing director John Crittenden said: “Outstanding protection against forced entry is offered by Yale products and this Lifetime Security Guarantee confirms confidence in the...
Avia, by Mighton, has become the first smart lock to have its mechanical security approved by Sold Secure, from the Master Locksmiths Association. This follows recent accolades from the British Standards Institution (BSI) and European Telecommunication Standards Institute (ETSI). Avia, which was also the first smart lock to achieve the government’s code of practice for consumer Internet of Things (IoT)...
Carl F Groupco has reported high spec hardware sales growth for 2019, despite the uncertainty that has underpinned the year. The distributor has experienced expansion in the aluminium window and door sector, particularly with high specification doors, bifolds and high rise windows resulting in strong demand for supporting hardware including tilt and turn and reversible gearing. Aesthetic and style preferences...
Window Ware has launched a new product catalogue, featuring over 700 new items and as many as 30 new ranges added since the last issue. Window Ware’s aim is to simplify supply chains, meet market trends and fulfil emerging wish-lists and the team has brought in products that are PAS 24 compliant and SBD certified. This is to support fabricators...
Mila has added a new page to its website dedicated to conformance, so that customers can access any of the test certificates they need on Mila products. Customers can visit a virtual library to demonstrate conformance on a particular contract, and click to download the certificate they require. The library already includes things such as Kitemark certificates for Mila’s ProSecure...
Jackloc has branded its folding restrictor with the name the Titan. The new name comes as Jackloc announces the product is the strongest restrictor on the market, tested to withstand a force of 4,800 newtons, or the equivalent of five adult males. The Titan by Jackloc can be retrofitted to side or top hung windows, it can be fitted to...
Abacus Agents has added new Rapierstar fastener options to its range. Serving customers across Scotland and the north of England, Abacus Agents offers products that cover all aspects of glass and glazing, as well as door and window manufacturing, installation and repair. Abacus Agents’ range of Rapierstar fasteners for joiners, window and door manufacturers and installers, which already includes StarPVCU...
VBH GB has added more choice to its own-brand greenteQ suite with new Kappa numerals and letters, available in numbers 0-9 and letters A-D. The new door furniture is made from corrosion-resistant stainless steel and comes in a choice of ten finishes, including contemporary brushed stainless steel and the new Enduro Steel and Antique Black, to complement all door styles....
ERA has introduced a Pewter finish to its Fab&Fix range of decorative hardware. The new surface is particularly ideal for windows and doors requiring a traditional or heritage-style look, the company said. The Fab&Fix range of decorative hardware incorporates four distinct lines: Classic, Heritage, Architectural and S-Series. There are more than 200 window and door products in the range, and...
Jack Aluminium has partnered with Geze UK to create the “first PAS24 approved automatic sliding door system”. The door has been designed to fill a gap in the healthcare and care home sectors, where residents and care teams need the convenience of sliding doors, but safety and security is also paramount. Jeff Pearson, sales and marketing director at Jack Aluminium...
Geze has launched a new chain drive. The Slimchain 230 V is the newest addition to Geze’sSlimchain family of window opening drives that are cost-effective and easy to install. Its slim and discreet look – just 25mm in height and 44mm depth – means that it can be integrated perfectly into a facade design and installed on a window leaf...
Hailsham-based trade fabricator Tradesmithhas added a new, premium range by specialist ironmonger From the Anvil to its hardware collection. Tradesmith’shardware includesgreenteQ, Ultion, Sweet, Romatapola from the Residence Collection, Traditional Window Fittings, and Ingenious Locks. The latest addition includes hand-forged matching handles, knockers and more in a variety of finishes suitable for period properties through to high-end contemporary new builds. Tradesmith...
Carl F Groupco has highlighted the capabilities of the Fuhr 881 door lock to combine smart technology with effective security. Carl F Groupco’stechnical manager John Mitchell said:“The Fuhr 881 is rigorously designed to ensure it is fail-safe in the event of a fire via a panic function and fail-secure if there is a power cut as the door remains locked....
Origin Globalhas announced a new partnership with Brisant-Secure’sand its Ultion WXM lock. Both Origin and Brisant offer a product that has the Secured by Design endorsement and both keep the homeowner at the heart of decision-making process. They are also both owner-run businesses that respond quickly to customer needs. Research has shown that more than 85% of door buyers say...
Quickslidehas announced its ongoing support of National Home Security Month (NHSM). Back for a seventh year, NHSM addresses a variety of safety related topics, offering advice and guidance on everything from smart locks, apps and cameras to high quality security furniture for doors and windows. “National Home Security Month gives installers a great introduction to conversations about home security and...
Manchester-based installer Droylsden Glass has added Kubu-equipped doors to its product range. Kevin Thackeray, managing director at Droylsden Glass, said: “We are looking forward to launching the Kubu lock. We believe that technology is playing a big part in the home now, where people are able to control the heating and lighting, with the likes of Alexa. “Fenestration has got...
J Banks have been designing, developing and producing door and window products for over 160 years, the company has reported. Following the first design for a concealed window restricting device more than 20 years ago, the company has been actively involved in a continuous programme of design and development, which has now evolved into a comprehensive range of window restrictors....
MI Products has launched a new website to help fabricators and installers source compliant, high quality door thresholds, hardware and locking. The new website has information on the full range MI Products supply and is now live at www.miproducts.co.uk. Ian Searle, director at MI Products, said: “The new website has been created to make it really easy for fabricators and...