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UAP PROCLAIMS CONFIDENCE IN ITS 3* CYLINDERS WITH £4K GUARANTEE
UAP, the specialist in locks and hardware for doors and windows, is so confident that its range of 3* cylinders can withstand any attempts to break in that the company is offering a pay out of up to £4,000 for any homeowner whose home is broken into via a UAP cylinder.
The £4K guarantee is available to homeowners in the event that their home is broken into via their UAP 3* cylinder and their insurance company will not pay out on their claim. Homeowners can access the cash as a limited liability payment if there is no sign of forced entry to the door. UAP’s marketing director, Kamila Kasperowicz, explains: “The £4K UAP 3* cylinder guarantee is not intended to be an alternative to insurance; in fact, to qualify for any pay out from us the homeowner must have valid insurance that has been active for at least a month prior to any claim. “Our guarantee applies to any incident where the homeowner can demonstrate that their home has been broken into via the cylinder only, and where they can prove their insurance company has refused to settle their claim.” The new scheme applies to all UAP 3* cylinders, including the UAP Fullex Kinetica+ K4, which was launched by the company last year as the diamond standard for cylinder security, combining multiple defences against break-ins with ease of installation. To qualify for a pay out under the guarantee, the cylinder must have been correctly fitted by a registered installer or locksmith using the fixings provided by UAP, and the homeowner must provide a receipt from when the UAP 3*cylinder was installed. The door must have been deadlocked at the time of the break in, using genuine UAP keys, which must not have been left in the cylinder or anywhere nearby. Any letterplate fitted to the door must meet the latest TS008 standards for anti-fishing and lock manipulation. UAP is encouraging homeowners to register for the scheme as soon as they have their new UAP 3*cylinder fitted. Kamila adds: “To qualify for the £4K guarantee, homeowners must register their cylinder online within 28 days of the installation and it must have been registered for at least a month before any claim is made. “We are encouraging the whole supply chain to take note of this scheme, which is designed to give homeowners complete confidence in the robust security protection that UAP 3* cylinders offer for their property. It gives locksmiths and installers the potential to add value for customers by providing this free financial safety net in the event of a break in, as well as demonstrating the calibre of design and manufacturing that goes into our products.”
UAP cylinders can be registered for the £4K Guarantee scheme at https://uapcorporate.com/register/
WINDOW WARE: YOUR HUB FOR MACO HARDWARE
Fabricators looking for a well-proven, accomplished, and reliable supplier for their MACO door and window hardware would do well to choose Window Ware.
The independent UK hardware distributor has been in successful partnership with MACO for over 23 years and is a key distribution partner for the leading manufacturer of door and window hardware.
Fabricators across the country will be able to find everything they need at Window Ware. They can take their pick from over 577 individual MACO SKUs across 32 different product categories including their high-performance tilt and turn system, multipoint door locks for every conceivable type of door including traditional stable doors and MACO’s renowned range of window locking solutions. The latest addition to Window Ware’s portfolio of MACO products is their new 24mm backset MKV shoot bolt system with locking keeps specifically designed to work with the Residence Collection’s range of profiles. This MKV has recently been independently tested to PAS 24 standard and further extends Window Ware’s comprehensive choice of approved hardware for fabricators manufacturing the premium profile system. Such window locking systems are just one type of MACO product in high demand at Window Ware. The hardware provider’s most popular MACO product over a 12-month rolling period is the very stable, super secure C-TS door lock. No surprise it’s a top seller, though, as this fabricatorfriendly lock works on a multitude of door systems to create easy-to-operate, smooth running, durable and high-performance door sets.
“After more than 20 years of working closely with MACO and supplying their class-leading locking solutions to the nation, it’s safe to say, we know a thing or two about their products and we’ve developed a really strong partnership with the MACO team,” argues Window Ware’s Commercial Director, Richard Bryant. “That means our fabricators can count on us for seasoned, expert advice in all instances to ultimately help ensure that their finished doors and windows roll smoothly off their manufacturing lines and meet their expectations in every way.” Kevin Whiting, Managing Director of MACO Door & Window Hardware (UK), commented: “Window Ware has always been a brilliant ambassador for our products and the MACO brand as a whole. Our partnership has stood the test of time because together, we have a mutual passion for delivering the kind of quality hardware provision that can help keep customers at the top of their game and ensure their future growth and success.” Window Ware has been successfully serving the window and door industry with leading brand hardware, tools, and consumables since 1987. For more information, call 01234 242 724, email sales@windowware. co.uk, or visit www.windowware.co.uk
ERA DELIVERS HIGH SECURITY WITH NEW 2* TS 007 DOOR HANDLE
ERA, one of the UK’s leading home security and fenestration component providers, has extended its premium range of Fab&Fix suited hardware with the launch of its new Berwick High Security 2* Door Handle.
Expertly designed to provide fabricators and installers with a high security door handle that resists unwanted attacks, the handle has been independently tested and certified in accordance with TS 007-1: 2014 +A2 Corr 2 and is compatible with all euro profile cylinders. Featuring a sculptured backplate that discourages unwanted attention from mole grips, it contains a hidden strengthening plate, which helps prevent the removal of the external handle.
Available in both 44mm and 70mm versions to accommodate a wide variety of PVCu and composite door profiles, the handle is supplied with all fixings to support easy and efficient installation, including high strength security M6 screws. Delivering first class functionality, the fully sprung solid handle provides a consistent 90-degree lever return, whilst the ergonomic lever and low friction nylon bush provide smooth operating action. Perfectly matching over 200 hardware products within the Fab&Fix portfolio, the handle is available in a wide range of finishes, including Hardex Chrome, Hardex Graphite and Antique Black. It is also supplied with colour matched screw heads to create a consistent finish that will stand the test of time.
Sarah Knight, Product Manager for Decorative Hardware at ERA, commented: “The launch of our new Berwick High Security 2* Door Handle demonstrates our continued commitment to ensuring we provide our fabrication and installation partners with certified solutions that meet the latest security and performance standards, whilst also delivering on visual appeal and durability. “For over 180 years, ERA has continued to set the standard for security and reliability. This, when combined with Fab&Fix’s 30 years experience delivering first class finishes, enables us to provide our customers with security solutions that not only deliver the highest standards of protection but look great for their entire lifetime.”
The handle has undergone thorough independent testing to TS 007 2* and PAS 24, and when used in conjunction with the ERA 1* anti-bump cylinder, meets the recommended TS 007 3* security level to defend against an opportunist burglar. Awarded the Secured By Design Police Preferred Specification, the handle forms part of the ERA Total Security Guaranteed hardware, offering consumers a £5,000 guarantee. Durability tested in excess of 200,000 cycles, the Berwick meets the requirements of BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 and is supplied with a 10 year mechanical and surface finish guarantee to provide the highest standards of protection and peace of mind. For further information on ERA’s diverse portfolio of security products, including Fab&Fix, visit www.eraeverywhere.com or contact the sales team on 01922 490 000 or email info@eraeverywhere.com.
SOTERIAN SLIM LETTERPLATE RECEIVES CERTIFIRE APPROVAL
UAP, the specialist in locks and hardware for doors and windows, has secured a Certifire certification for its Soterian Slim TS008 letterplate.
Designed in-house by UAP, the Soterian Slim is the most compact TS008compliant letterplate ever made. The certification means the product can be safely installed in timber FD30 fire doors without the need for further testing. Julian Roberts, Technical Services Director at UAP, said: “The Certifire certification follows a rigorous assessment. This involves factory production audits at each site where the product is manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001 and additional requirements of the Certifire scheme. “This process has independently verified the performance and quality of the Soterian Slim, ensuring installers and end-users can make an informed decision when selecting the product.” Designed for 44mm – 70mm composite, timber and uPVC doors, the Soterian Slim measures just 298mm x 98mm, with a flap projection of 14mm. The design includes an innovative, pivoting serrated stay system, which limits the flap opening to 39 degrees to protect against key fishing and lock manipulation. As well as providing robust security and fire safety features, the product eliminates the issue of bulkiness on the interior face of the door. This provides a more aesthetic solution and ensures the door can open fully without damaging the letterplate or interior wall.
UKAS accredited, Certifire is recognised by regulatory authorities worldwide as an international mark of fire safety across a diverse range of passive fire products. The thirdparty passive fire product certification scheme assures performance, quality, reliability and traceability of products and systems. The certification process was carried out by Warringtonfire, a global leader in fire safety services.
www.uapcorporate.com
ODL EUROPE PROVIDES THE CONTEMPORARY DESIGNS CONSUMERS WANT
Consumers are increasingly choosing to make a modern style statement with their front door – and ODL Europe has the composite door range that helps fabricators and installers meet that need. Suzanne Nicholl, Business Development Manager at ODL Europe, commented: “While traditional designs such as our Deco range remain popular, we are also seeing a clear increase in demand for composite doors that have a more modern feel.”
Suzanne says two designs that are particularly popular are the Moderne Nelson and the Moderne Albert. central glazed squares that create a stylish entrance. The horizontal panels add an extra level of interest while the smooth finish keeps the look clean and uncluttered. The Moderne Albert epitomises modern styling. It features four rectangular glazed panels that can run horizontally or vertically and sit to the left right or centre of the door. It's the door that's perfect for creating an architect-inspired, contemporary look. When it comes to the practical benefits of composite doors, no other company delivers them better than ODL Europe. The company is the exclusive UK partner of Capstone Engineering Ltd, one of the world’s leading suppliers of composite doors. The Capstone 44mm door slab is manufactured using 2mm thick GRP SMC skins for impressive impact resistance. Stiles and rails are manufactured from a waterresistant pure PVC polymer and reinforced using LVL (Laminated Veneered Lumber) timbers with a minimum density of 570 kg/ m3. The SMC skins and sub-frame door assembly are fully bonded using a urethane adhesive resin.
The slabs achieve a U value as low as 0.8W/m2k as part of a doorset assembly. And when used with SecureDesign board reinforcing and an ODL Europe glazing cassette system it achieves a security level to PAS24:2016, the industry’s enhanced security standard. All slabs are covered by a 25-year structural guarantee while the pre-coloured slabs are covered by a 10-year warranty. Tel: 0151 933 0299 – www.odleurope.com
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