Hardware & Security

The Door Hardware Federation (dhf) estimates two-thirds of the UK’s 45 million residential doors are vulnerable to attack. Here Sarah Knight, Product Manager at ERA, explores the latest hardware available to locksmiths working on lock replacements, and the benefits of … Continue reading →

David Jennings, CEO of UAP, explains the drivers behind the launch of a new ultra-secure electronic lock and how a focus on the customer experience has shaped its development. Smart technology is rapidly filtering through all our lives. From smart … Continue reading →

Mighton has launched a full suite of Avia smart home security products, building on the success of the company’s ground-breaking Avia smart door lock with a premium, fully integrated and retrofittable package of solutions that have all been designed to … Continue reading →

OnPoint Electrics has fitted Mul-T-Lock’s innovative vehicle security solution, MVP2000 to its company van, following a break in that resulted in a significant loss of tools. Says Jon Dawson of On Point Electrics: “The crime was committed in less than … Continue reading →

Leading specialist trade supplier IronmongeryDirect has released its latest catalogue, showcasing hundreds of additions to the impressive portfolio of over 18,000 products. Perfect for browsing while on the move, the leading retailer has detailed the key highlights from its new … Continue reading →

Following five years of research and development, UAP is gearing up to launch an ultra-secure electronic door lock, enabling access via a smartphone App. Manufactured for timber, aluminium and composite doors, the IONIC is the first in a series of … Continue reading →

Perfect for locksmiths making emergency calls, ABUS has launched the quick and easy Modular MX cylinder system that will adapt any ABUS cylinder up to 200mm overall length in 25mm increments. The operation takes literally seconds to complete using just … Continue reading →

Home security is always important, says Claire Blakemore, Managing Director Mul-T-Lock UK.  But at a time of a cost-of-living crisis, while market conditions remain tough, fabricators and installers need to offer extra precautionary measures to ensure homeowners are safe and … Continue reading →

Vanquish Hardware Protection has acquired a new 3rd party accreditation scheme – a move that has been described as a ‘game changer’ for intumescent hardware protection by the company’s Business Development Manager Mike Sutcliffe. The leading UK manufacturer of precision … Continue reading →

Over 350 ERA British Standard nightlatches, British Standard mortice locks and 3* cylinders have been installed throughout properties in Haringey, as part of the anti-burglary Safer Streets Project. Led by Haringey Council and the Metropolitan Police Service Designing Out Crime … Continue reading →

Here Scott Copeland, Category Manager from leading specialist supplier, IronmongeryDirect reveals some of the key products for escape doors and how to make the correct specification. Balancing the needs of both occupant security and the ability to provide safe, fast … Continue reading →

Douglas Masterson, Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) Technical Manager, explores what a standard is, the impact of Brexit, and some recent and forthcoming standards. Information is correct as of May 2022. A standard is a stakeholder-led solution which responds to … Continue reading →

What is Adaptalock? Adaptalock is an Award Winning, Sold Secure tested Universal Multipoint Locking System, with adjustable hook bolts and compression cams, which can be positioned anywhere along the unique patented rails, which allow for the use of the existing … 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 →