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UAP Broadens Choice of Duo Handles
20th February 2024
UAP, the specialist in locks and hardware for doors and windows, has extended its range of DUO door handles. Fabricators can now choose from a granite finish, which adds to a further five colour options including satin stainless steel, white, … Continue reading
Burg-Wächter’s Sapphire Padlock Now On 3 For 2 Offer!
9th February 2024
The high quality, strong and weather-resistant Sapphire 111/121 CS padlock from leading security specialist, Burg-Wächter, is now on an exclusive 3 for 2 offer. Don’t miss out on this great deal! Rock solid strength Designed and manufactured to offer convenience … Continue reading
Get the latest information  with GEZE’s latest Product Guide
4th February 2024
GEZE UK’s latest Product Guide and Price List has been completely revised and updated to make it even easier for architects, architectural ironmongers and specifiers to select the most effective product for their needs. The detailed, illustrated technical guide provides … Continue reading
ZDC0024A Series Overhead Door Closer
2nd February 2024
Zoo Hardware, a leading manufacturer of door hardware, has further added to its high-quality overhead door closing device range with the launch of the ZDC0024A Series. The new power adjustable 2-4 overhead door closer has been developed to provide its … Continue reading
Retrofit MPL and smart lock solutions at MLA Expo 2023
3rd January 2024
  A massive thank you to all our MLA Expo visitors, we had a phenomenal response, resulting in a very large number of orders to process, from both existing and new locksmith customers. For all those that placed orders at … Continue reading
Adam D’Arcy-Wass at Allegion UK speaks to The Locksmith Journal on Panic Hardware
8th December 2023
What are the differences between panic and emergency exit hardware? In an emergency, the evacuation of a building and its people is paramount. As such, the act of evacuation must remain as simple as possible, and when it comes to … Continue reading
Innovative and timesaving lock repair solution
29th November 2023
Traditionally, repairing or upgrading the lock systems of uPVC doors could be a hassle. It often involved cutting, re-sizing and plenty of manual labour. Not to mention, the possibility of errors which could potentially weaken the door’s integrity. But now, … Continue reading
Squire hails Expo success with ‘fantastic’ Inigma launch
29th November 2023
British security specialist Squire has hailed MLA Expo 2023 as ‘the most successful show for Squire since before Covid’ with the launch of its Inigma smart security system. For Squire, it was the busiest MLA Expo for years, explained Terry … Continue reading
Replacing the accessibility symbol – what is happening and how to get involved
28th November 2023
It is true that there is an ongoing debate relating to the potential replacement of the accessibility symbol – currently depicted by a wheelchair – with a new symbol which would be seen as more inclusive. It should be noted … Continue reading
Winkhaus launch range of UKCA external fire doorsets
13th November 2023
Following an 18-month development, test and accreditation program, door and window hardware manufacturer and fire door solution systems house Winkhaus UK Ltd  are launching a range of timber and composite UKCA 3rd party certified external fire doorset recipe solutions this … Continue reading
A new season means new security
27th October 2023
Autumn advice from the home security experts at yale With statistics from Churchill Home Insurance highlighting a spike in crime in recent years as the clocks go back, increasing by 34% over the darker months1, now’s the perfect time for … Continue reading
New how-to videos ensure the smooth operation of doors
27th October 2023
A new series of step-by-step videos for installing door hardware are now available to help installers ensure optimum door performance the first time around. The new videos from ARRONE, a HOPPE brand, give information and guidance on the installation and … Continue reading
UAP boosts door pack range
11th October 2023
UAP, the specialist in locks and hardware for doors and windows, had extended its leading range of door packs. Manufacturers and end users can now choose from 17 different finishes, including matt black, gunmetal grey, brass, matt-antique brass, pearl, satin … Continue reading
Squire offers free ‘Introducing Inigma’ training at MLA Expo 2023
27th September 2023
British security specialist Squire is running free training sessions at MLA Expo 2023 to explain the basics of its new generation Inigma smart security system, being launched at the show. The half-hour training sessions – on Friday 20th October (2.30-3pm) … Continue reading