The Door Industry Journal: April 2025

Wednesday, 2 April 2025

Newark Specialist Perimeter Security Company appoints Three New Directors as part of Major Expansion Plans

Newark-based specialist perimeter security company Ultimation Direct has appointed three new directors in the first phase of major new expansion plans.

The company which started just 15 years ago with five employees, has already grown to a £6 million turnover and 50 staff.

The security gate specialists have manufactured security gates and turnstiles for the new Wembley Stadium, Tottenham’s new ground, in addition to Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Club and Kensington Palace.

Now it plans to expand into new premises and has appointed three new directors to help push the company to new heights.

New Operations Director Ricky North and new Technical Director Matthew Mulholland started work at the company on the shop floor and have been promoted to the new roles this month.

Both are old boys of Magnus Church of England Academy in the town.

New joint managing director John Raynor, a former Lincolnshire accountancy firm associate director, joined the Telford Drive-based firm last year and will work alongside company founder Adrian McGinley and Rebecca Tate, Finance Director.

Since it was formed in 2009, the company has fabricated – using British steel - and sold enough gates to stretch 70 continuous miles, and now plans a major expansion project after record sales this year.

Founder, Adrian McGinley said:

“I am thrilled to welcome my colleagues to new roles within the company and their appointments mark a really exciting new chapter in the expansion of the business.”
“We have big plans for the future and John, Ricky and Matthew are an integral part of those developments.”

Joint Managing Director, John Raynor said:

“I am delighted to be working alongside the business founder to help move the company forward and continue my journey with the firm, especially looking forward to realising the ambitious plans we all have for the future.”

Find out more about what Ultimation Direct can offer by visiting www.ultimationdirect.co.uk

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Tuesday, 1 April 2025

ERA boasts largest range of TS 008 letterplates with new Fab&Fix launches

Fenestration and home security expert, ERA, has launched two new versions of its TS 008 letterplates into its Fab&Fix Heritage and Architectural ranges, following the success of its Fab&Fix Nu Mail Shield TS 008 Letterplate.

The introduction of the Heritage Shield and Architectural Shield means that ERA now offers the largest range of TS 008 letterplates available on the market to date.

The inward opening designs join the outward opening Nu Mail Shield TS 008 Letterplate, which are all purposefully designed to prevent access via fishing or reaching.

When used with both internal and external letterplate sections, the letterplate designs are independently certified to the TS 008:2022 security standard for doors.

In protection mode, the inside flap of the design is angled to shield against potential intruders attempting to ‘fish’ through the door, protecting the door handle, cylinder and belongings inside the home.

In addition, all TS 008 letterplate designs have been created to meet the latest PAS 24 standard for a compliant door set.

All ERA’s TS 008 letterplates have passed the flap cycle test to 20,000 cycles, and also meet the corrosion resistance requirements of BS EN 1670, providing enhanced weather performance that delivers long lasting protection.

Suitable for use on 44mm – 70mm thick timber and composite doors, the letterplates offer clear access for postal items, with an internal flap carefully designed to manoeuvre post into the home, whilst preventing any access to keys with a hook.

Like the Nu Mail Shield TS 008 Letterplate, both new versions have a flap that is restricted to 40° to protect the property within, automatically closing when not in use to prevent damage to interior walls.

With a projection of just 34mm, both styles provide a slimline aesthetic to the internal face of the door.

The Heritage Shield, designed in a traditional style, and the Architectural Shield, designed in a contemporary aesthetic, are both fully weather sealed with internal brushes and a rubber gasket for enhanced weather performance.

There are no external fixings, preventing the removal of the outer frame from the door.

All TS 008 letterplates in the Fab&Fix range are available in a range of finishes and are supplied separately to suit most interior and exterior door styles.

In addition, both internal and external sections can be mixed and matched in any combination.

Sarah Knight, Technical Product Manager at ERA, says:

“Fab&Fix hardware is recognised within the industry for the excellent quality, functionality and style it has long delivered.
“The launch of the Architectural Shield and Heritage Shield means ERA now has the largest range of TS 008 certified letterplates available, once again demonstrating our dedication to providing fabricators with solutions that not only provide end-users with premium, certified performance but also a fantastic choice for visual appeal.”

All ERA TS 008 letterplates are supplied with a 10-year mechanical guarantee from the date the parts are purchased, and the Nu Mail Shield TS 008 Letterplate has received CERTIFIRE accreditation, demonstrating its compatibility with 30-minute and 60-minute timber based doorsets.

For further information on ERA’s diverse portfolio of security products, including Fab&Fix, visit www.eraeverywhere.com or contact the sales team on 01922 490 000 or email info@eraeverywhere.com.

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