Hardware & Security

Robust UK, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of steel door solutions, and HOPPE (UK), a specialist manufacturer of window and door hardware, have collaborated to create new cost-effective, security tested emergency exit hardware available exclusively through Robust. The cost-effective … Continue reading →

At Fensterbau Frontale 2026 in Nuremberg, MACO will showcase how the combination of integrated system solutions and close collaboration can deliver future ready results. Under the motto “Moving forward together”, the company will welcome visitors from 24–27 March 2026 at … Continue reading →

As Europe’s largest landlord, Birmingham City Council, and its manufacturing partner Shelforce began reviewing their door specifications, the focus was not just on performance or compliance, but on people. As Business Manager of Shelforce, Howard Trotter oversees the manufacture of … Continue reading →

With increasing scrutiny on fire safety compliance and security standards in building hardware, it is more important than ever that everyone in the supply chain, from specifier to fabricator, installer to locksmith, understands exactly what is required when selecting and … Continue reading →

Fort Doors has teamed up with Yale and Mila Hardware to develop a security upgrade for all Pro 20 Insulated Side Hinged garage doors. To celebrate, Fort Doors is offering Yale Lockmaster three-point locking on all Pro 20 Insulated doors … Continue reading →

Kenrick has further enhanced the functionality of its AK Safe Secure smart lock box with the introduction of a new automatic self-locking feature, designed to improve security, efficiency and peace of mind for facility managers. The new auto-lock function ensures … Continue reading →

Hungarian-born Ernő Goldfinger was a renowned modernist architect who moved to Britain in the 1930s. Typical examples of his work include high-rise housing blocks, such as London’s Trellick Tower, post-war schools and office blocks. He had a distinctive style using … Continue reading →

2025 was marked by significant developments at MACO that noticeably improve assembly, ease of use and digital processes. In the MACO Multi Matic IQ hardware system, the new i.S. Cam IQ self-adjusting system ensures permanently precise locking without reworking – … Continue reading →

HKC, a leading manufacturer of intruder alarm solutions in the UK and Ireland, has supported a series of pop-up shops in partnership with Halo Security, one of its professional installers. The events are located in the Greater London area, and … Continue reading →

By Andy Syms, national sales manager, HOPPE (UK) Door hardware may feel like a small consideration in an entire doorset, but its role in fire safety, security and accessibility is huge. Components such as handles, locks, closers and hinges take … Continue reading →

The workshop here at our head office in Berkhamsted is a very busy space. We can cut a wide range of keys here on site including basic cylinder, mortice and laser/dimple keys on our wide range of JMA key machines. … Continue reading →

Squire, Britain’s oldest lock maker and probably the world’s oldest operating lock maker, is celebrating its 245th anniversary. In 1780, William Squire began making a small range of padlocks, door and cabinet locks, starting a legacy that continues to this … Continue reading →

Codelocks has launched its Adjustable Gate Latch, giving locksmiths and facilities managers an easier way to control access through perimeter gates where the gate and post spacing exceeds the range of a traditional mortice latch. Jo Milne-Rowe, Managing Director at Codelocks … Continue reading →

For decades, stainless steel has been the go-to material for high-end door and window hardware, particularly in environments demanding strength and durability. Its reputation for toughness and longevity has made it the automatic default for many specifiers and fabricators. But … Continue reading →