Charlotte Armstrong

CDVI Group is delighted to announce the successful acquisition of NADAL BADAL, the Spanish company behind JIS locks. Located near Barcelona in the Catalonia region of Spain, NADAL BADAL grew to be a global expert in locks, strikes, and bolts. … Continue reading →

Julian Roberts, technical services director at UAP, the specialist in hardware and locking systems for the fenestration sector, discusses the vertical and horizontal models in the UAP Fullex Kinetica+ K4 range and provides tips on selecting the most appropriate model. … Continue reading →

By Victor Southern Although I have been closely associated with the locksmith industry for 42 years, it is probable that 95% of you reading this know more about the craft of locksmithing than I do.  What I do know about … Continue reading →

One of the best reasons to be an MLA member is that, as a member, you are recognised as being part of a trusted and well-established association. This only works however, when consumers – your customers – know who we … Continue reading →

In a world of changing technology, Lismore Castle Estate, based in County Waterford, Ireland, has found that a traditional Grand Master Keyed padlock system from Burg-Wächter and MD Lock and Key, fills their needs and requirements for securing their grounds. … Continue reading →

Comfort and protection for work in the summer weather. From top to toe and inside out, Snickers Workwear clothing will look after your wellbeing and working efficiency on site this summer. For sunny weather, there’s new LiteWork topwear and accessories that … Continue reading →

ASSA ABLOY has today finalised the acquisition of the entire share capital of Arran Isle Limited, a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of door and window hardware in the UK, Ireland and Europe. The acquisition has undergone full regulatory approval … Continue reading →

The Manchester College is one of the largest further education college in the UK, with nine locations across central Manchester, South Manchester and North & East Manchester. The latest addition to the college is a £25 million teaching facility at … Continue reading →

Burg-Wächter’s premium padlock range meets the exacting standards of the Master Locksmith Association-backed Sold Secure accreditation scheme, which is dedicated to reducing the risk of crime by thoroughly assessing security products. In addition, the range is Secured by Design – … Continue reading →

Daniel May, Director at Consort Architectural Hardware explores the close relationship between fire safety and ironmongery and how compliance becomes compromised without essential hardware components. Unpredictable and untameable, fire is a beast that we can’t afford to ignore. It doesn’t … Continue reading →

The conditions of a firearm or shot gun certificate stipulate that guns must be stored securely to prevent access by an unauthorised person as per Firearms Rules 1998. It is an offence not to comply with these conditions. In most … Continue reading →

The new version of the keyless ABLOY BEAT padlock, designed especially for critical infrastructure, features a removable shackle. The highly weatherproof lock is operated with a mobile app and connects to both ASSA ABLOY’s and third-party management and operational systems. … Continue reading →

When looking for an all-around, well-performing automotive diagnostic tool, the Autel IM608 is worth checking out. Looking to complete an entire range of needs? The IM608 can handle everything from key programming or encryption to maintenance and systems testing. Our … Continue reading →

Following the success of the mechanical marine grade locks and due to high customer demand, we have further expanded the Marine by Codelocks range. As well as existing CL200, CL400 and CL500 lock models, the expansion to the range now … Continue reading →