Charlotte Armstrong

COOL SPIRiT Luxury Holiday Apartments, nestled just off Scarborough’s picturesque promenade in the magnificent North Bay, boast a beach recognised with the prestigious European Blue Flag status for consecutive years, a testament to its exceptional quality among UK beaches. For … Continue reading →

Winkhaus UK launched two key additions to the aluPilot modular aluminium window fitting system at this year’s FIT Show, and hosting daily live fabrication demonstrations, where aluminium system houses, fabricators and their installers can witness aluPilot’s productivity benefits for themselves. … Continue reading →

Every now and again a new tool hits the market that turns out to be a ‘must buy’ for every auto locksmith. At Hickleys we believe we have one of those tools on our hands in the form of the … Continue reading →

The 2025 InstallerSHOW proved a major success for the newly formed Construction Marketing Group, as Insight Data, Purplex Marketing and new venture TradePal joined forces to showcase their expertise, generating nearly 600 high-quality leads across three packed days. With a … Continue reading →

UNION has launched stylish new versions of its four most popular door closers in a stunning matt black finish that fits perfectly with its levers, latches, and hinges for a complete door offering for modern interiors. Offering a contemporary alternative … Continue reading →

In an increasingly connected and security-conscious world, innovation in locks and access control is not just a matter of convenience, it’s a necessity. As threats to physical and digital security continue to evolve, so must the design and engineering of … Continue reading →

Kenricks has announced that Universal Composite Doors, one of the UK’s leading composite door specialists, has officially signed up as the latest partner for its AK Touch Secure™ smart door lock. Renowned for delivering exceptional quality and service, Universal Composite … Continue reading →

Paul Beaumont began his career as an engineer, drawn to problem-solving and precision work. A detour into corporate sales left him feeling unfulfilled, prompting him to return to hands-on work through locksmithing. Paul explains how he earnt a reputation for … Continue reading →

A community bike project has received a year’s supply of bicycle locks from Burg-Wächter after being chosen for the brand’s ‘Secure Communities Scheme.’ The scheme awards local charities and community groups with needed security products free of charge. New Forest … Continue reading →

In the fast-moving world of car key technology, you can’t afford to be stuck with outdated tools. That’s where the Lonsdor K518 Pro key programmer steps in. It’s a seriously clever piece of kit designed for technicians that deal with … Continue reading →

Join Louise Frost from Door Control Direct as she clarifies door closer power size, closing speed, and latching action, and how they impact controlled, effective closing. Door closers, whether overhead, floor mounted, or concealed, are essential for controlled closing, security, … Continue reading →

We caught up with Andrew Speight, The Handy Locksmith, who took up locksmithing after a long career in bricklaying, he now looks forward to developing his business further. I’ve been interested in locksmithing for a long time, ever since school. … Continue reading →

The Bott Group, a global leader in commercial vehicle conversions, is excited to announce the acquisition of Van Guard Accessories – a long-established British manufacturer specialising in high-quality van accessories, security and storage solutions. Expertise & collaboration Recognised for providing … Continue reading →

After 13 years in the police force, Corinne Vella leveraged her law enforcement experience in security, problem-solving, and community service, to transition into locksmithing. Using her knowledge to help secure homes and businesses, focussing on vulnerable individuals, she launched: The … Continue reading →