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Friday, 7 June 2019

Pickerings Lifts grows Loading Systems installation side of business

Will Larbey and Jason Tonge

Pickerings Lifts is expanding the loading systems side of its business by opening an office in the North West of England.

While Pickerings Lifts already offer lift maintenance, repair and installation services from their office in Manchester, they now also provide the supply and installation of loading systems products including dock levellers, goods scissor lifts and high speed doors.

Pickerings Lifts’ Loading Systems business stream was established in 2011, offering installation and maintenance services to supermarkets, warehouses and factories across the country, across a wide range of different industries.

The Manchester office is Pickerings Lifts Loading Systems third dedicated office in the country, with the company already having a presence in Wakefield and Redditch.

Our North West Loading Systems office is managed by Jason Tonge, who has over thirty years’ experience in supplying loading systems products, and supported by Deputy Project Manager Will Larbey. Together they have over thirty five years of experience in the industry.

Jason said:

“Pickerings Lifts has a great reputation for supplying high-quality loading systems products across the country. Our new office in the North West region will enable us to provide an even better service to our current and prospective customers.”

The team are currently celebrating their new location by carrying a roll-out of replacement goods scissor lifts for a national supermarket chain.

Pickerings Lifts was founded in 1854 and has had an unbroken history of independent British ownership since that date. The wealth of knowledge we’ve gained from over 160 years’ experience has made us into the UK’s largest independent lift service provider.

Through building a reputation of excellence in the maintenance, modernisation and repair of passenger and goods lifts, access lifts, mobility equipment, escalators and loading systems, we ensure whatever your requirement, we have the solution.

For more information about how our North West office can help with your requirements, please call 0161 703 8028.

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Thursday, 6 June 2019

Single and Dual Loop Detector for Reliable and Fail Safe Vehicle Detection

Carlo Gavazzi’s latest LDP series of loop detectors provide reliable and accurate vehicle detection and is designed specifically to ensure ease of installation.

The automatic frequency tuning ensures that each time it is powered up or reset it will automatically detect disturbances present on any of the four channels and in turn will choose the channel with the best signal condition whilst the selectable sensitivity allows adjustments in 10 steps from 1 to 10. 1 being the least sensitive and 10 the most sensitive.

The Automatic Sensitivity Boost (ASB) ensures accurate detection of high-base vehicles such as trucks and buses whilst the automatic loop frequency tuning avoids cross talk between loops when installed in close proximity to each other.

Crucially, the built-in fail safe / fail secure function; on detection of an error such as power loss or loop fault allows the loop detector to operate either to open or close the barriers safely.

The multicolour power/fault LED feature ensures simple diagnostics and ensures rapid troubleshooting; providing an effective method for monitoring the loop status, cross talk, short circuit, open circuit and inductance out of range.

The new LD series comes with two SPDT relay outputs that can be independently configured to operate in pulse or presence mode, with adjustable pulse and presence detection. The dual loop version can also determine vehicle direction.

A wide power supply range from 24 to 240 VAC/VDC, together with many other features, contributes to make the new loop detector the state-of-the-art solution for reliable universal vehicle detection.

The LDP loop detector is the perfect solution for applications such as car parks, drive through and car access control applications to control barriers, gates, bollards and car access equipment and is designed in accordance with the latest standards and European and North American regulations and is CE, UL508 and CSA certified.

For more information regarding Carlo Gavazzi and its range of products, please visit the website: www.carlogavazzi.co.uk

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Wednesday, 5 June 2019

More than 3,000 homeowners really rate Certass Installers

Expert certification body, Certass, has received outstanding feedback for members with its new online rating system. Since launching in November, there have been more than 3000 reviews, and the rate is increasing by the minute.

Designed to bring even more digital support to Certass members, the free ‘Rate Your Installer’ service provides consumers the chance to leave honest reviews about Certass members online.

The system acts as a platform where members can receive genuine feedback from their customers on the work that they have completed. Thousands of homeowners visit the Certass website searching for information on installers or leaving reviews.

Jason Clemmit, Managing Director at Certass says:

“Our online rating system is proving really popular amongst homeowners. Within hours of its launch, we had dozens of ratings from consumers who were leaving such positive feedback about our members.

“There are lots of popular online rating websites that allow anyone to leave feedback, which can often lead to unfair reviews. The Certass ‘Rate Your Installer’ service only permits reviews on jobs which have been finished and registered with Certass.”

All Certass members can add a company bio and have the option to opt-in to the free online rating system. Members are scored by their customers on a range of attributes, including their service, tidiness, reliability & timekeeping, workmanship standards and product suitability. Consumers can leave any additional comments too, which are great for members to use on their own website, social media profiles and marketing resources.

Jason adds: “It’s a valuable, free way for installers to show consumers what a great job that they do. The service builds on our free digital support package for members which helps them to build a professional online presence.”

For more information contact Jason Clemmit at Certass Limited:

Phone: 01292 292 095

Email: info@certass.co.uk

Web: www.certass.co.uk

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Tuesday, 4 June 2019

Acoustic Doors – The Key to Hotel Peace

Noise from inside the hotel – particularly from the corridor - is one of the most common causes of complaint from hotel guests, leading to tired and unhappy customers who will never return, negative reviews, and potential loss of income.

But it is possible to fight these negative hotel complaints is by preparing for them and properly soundproofing hotel doors with effective acoustic seals.

While the structure of sound attenuating doors is clearly vital, many are let down by the seals selected. Sound, unlike air passage can and will escape from the tiniest gaps: a door open (or with a gap of) 1% will let 50% sound through it and most soundproofing issues or noise leakage problems are down to either a lack of the correct acoustic doors seal, or badly-fitted or damaged door seals which have gone unnoticed.

Ordinary fin or brush seals simply will not do the job of blocking sound from passing through the gaps around the door so Norseal supplies a range of acoustic seals solutions including its feature-packed Complete Sealing System which provides smoke and draft protection as well as acoustic insulation around the full perimeter of most hotel doors.

The Norseal NOR810 Automatic Drop Seal is fitted to the bottom of the door providing the most durable acoustic sealing profile to stand up to the wear and tear that hotel doors receive. It effectively provides smoke and draft protection and, uniquely, also offers sound reduction of 55dBRw.

It is self-levelling so it will cope with any kind of floor or frame combination and no tools are needed to adjust or deactivate the seal. The seal also complies with the requirements of British Standard BS476: Part 22 and has a wealth of acoustic data as evidence of its competent sound attenuation properties.

Norseal also supplies a full range of acoustic perimeter seals that filling the air gaps that create sound leaks around the head and jambs of the doorset. They also stop smoke, light and dust permeating the gap. Norseal can provide either retro-fit or rout-in acoustic perimeter seals to suit any hotel door.

Part of the European Athmer Group, Norseal is the leading provider of specialist door seal solutions, plus a wide range of ancillary door products. The company has a long track record of innovation, developing products which meet and exceed the latest industry standards for fire and smoke protection, acoustic properties, accessibility and thermal insulation.

Products are backed by a qualified and experienced technical team offering advice and guidance on all aspects of intumescent and acoustic seals. As well as its core range of seals, Norseal supply a wide range of supplementary door products including fire-rated glazing, electrical and plumbing solutions, fire rated ventilation, letter plates, door viewers, threshold plates, weather seals, and finger protection products.

www.norseal.co.uk

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Monday, 3 June 2019

Henderson Industrial Sliding Door Hardware Specified for Unique Boathouse Project

London based architectural practice, Wimshurst Pelleriti, has recently specified P C Henderson’s Straight Sliding 301 industrial door hardware for a unique Boathouse project on the River Yealm in Devon.

The architecture practice was provided with a challenging brief to design a boathouse which could be sensitively built into the steep sided estuary of the river. The new structure would be small in size but used to store a wealth of waterside equipment and water craft, including a 14 foot speedboat.

The result was an innovative and sophisticated infrastructure built with galvanized steel and untreated Siberian larch to reflect the woodland setting. To meet the design requirements for optimum storage, using minimal space, a series of sliding doors were installed on the ground level of the boathouse to enable easy access from both the surrounding land and water. P C Henderson’s Straight Sliding 301 was identified as the best system for the project.

Will Wimshurst, Director at Wimshurst Pelleriti commented:

“Our aim was to not only design a solution which was innovative and aesthetically pleasing but one which could also deliver considerable social benefits to our client. By incorporating seven different sliding door systems throughout the boathouse, we were able to maximise both internal and external space whilst also ensuring easy access to the quayside and slipway”.

The project also benefited from a number of other design elements including a hoist so that the heavy yet delicate speedboat could be stored 10ft high in the eaves and easily lowered into the water when required.

“The doors on some of the systems were extremely heavy so it was important that the specified hardware could cater for the additional weight. Due to the surrounding marine environment, it was also important that the material used was highly corrosive resistant without affecting performance”, continued Will.

Straight Sliding makes up part of P C Henderson’s industrial range of sliding door hardware. The robust system caters for anything from light commercial doors right up to heavy industrial doors weighing up to 2000kg.

Ian Sproat, Technical Development Manager at P C Henderson commented:

“Straight Sliding is able to be specified as individual components for varying weights and environments – making it one of our most versatile systems. The boathouse project is a great example of what can be achieved with this system”.

For further information please contact:

Tel: +44 (0) 191 377 0701

Website: www.pchenderson.com

UK Sales: sales@pchenderson.com

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Sunday, 2 June 2019

BULLITT Mustangs in the spotlight for Beaulieu’s photography workshop

A pair of prestigious BULLITT Mustangs will be under the glare of the cameras for Beaulieu’s Car Photography Workshop with award-winning photographer James Mann on Tuesday June 4th in the grounds of the National Motor Museum.

The rare classic Ford Mustang GT 390 that mirrors the star car from the 1968 film Bullitt and the latest BULLITT Mustang special edition, both in matching Highland Green, will be seen through the lens by masterclass students.

The new version of the world’s favourite muscle car was built to celebrate half a century of the classic film and, fitted with a 5-litre V8 engine, is a modern incarnation of one of the most famous cars on the silver screen.

Both cars have been loaned by Ford for the workshop, which is returning after its successful launch year. During the packed day, the leading car photographer will share his 30 years’ experience in a course covering all aspects of professional automotive photography.

A Fellow of The Royal Photographic Society with an impressive portfolio, James is also the author of best-selling book How to Photograph Cars. A lifelong car and motorcycle enthusiast, he trained in editorial and advertising photography before embarking on a career that has seen him travel across the world photographing people, cars, landscapes and events.

Under James’ expert guidance, all aspects of car photography will be covered – from choosing and setting up a camera to taking the best static and moving shots in Beaulieu’s picturesque grounds. Top tips will be given on managing lighting, reflections and location – and access will be given to Beaulieu’s world-famous collection of vehicles, which tell the story of motoring in the National Motor Museum.

For more workshop details and Beaulieu’s full calendar of events see www.beaulieu.co.uk/events/.

Visitors to Beaulieu will also be able to enjoy the Mustang spectacle. A ticket to Beaulieu includes admission to the National Motor Museum, World of Top Gear, On Screen Cars, Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey and the grounds and gardens.

Tickets can be bought in advance online. For tickets and details see www.beaulieu.co.uk or call 01590 612345.

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Saturday, 1 June 2019

Garador gives Cyclists an Easy Ride

Hundreds of fund raising cyclists have been successfully returned to their departure point thanks to the efforts of Somerset garage door manufacturer Garador.

Over 550 cyclists left Watchet in North Somerset to ride 54 miles to the South coast, raising money for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance. They then needed to get back to the north coast to pick up their transport and get home.

Garador, with its large capacity trucks and efficient distribution system, was happy to give a hand.

Leading garage door maker Garador
organised an efficient transport system
to reunite hundreds of riders
with their cars 50 miles away.

It provided huge trucks and drivers for transportation, using their unique trailer and pole system so that the bikes could easily be wheeled into the trailers and firmly secured for the journey.

“We were more than happy to assist,” said Garador’s Managing Director Neil Discombe.

“The Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance plays a vital role in society and it is wonderful that so many cyclists were willing to tackle the challenging route to raise thousands of pounds money for this worthwhile cause.”

www.garador.co.uk

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Friday, 31 May 2019

BSI launches verification scheme for Approved Document Q

BSI, the business improvement company has today launched a new verification scheme to help non-manufacturer installers of windows and doors demonstrate compliance with Approved Document Q.

This new scheme provides installers with independent verification that they fulfil this aspect of The Building Regulations by assessing their organization’s capability to supply and install products that meet PAS 24: Enhanced security performance requirements for doorsets and windows in the UK. This is one of the routes to compliance referenced within Approved Document Q for England and Wales covering security in dwellings.

Installers of easily accessible windows and doors are required to provide evidence of compliance of Approved Document Q by installing products that have been manufactured to a design shown by test, to meet the security requirements of PAS 24. This is applicable to new dwellings, and existing buildings which have had a ‘material change of use’ and become dwellings were they were previously not.

This must be demonstrated via certification or test reports to those who require it, such as Local Authority Building Control, Contractors, Developers and NHBC. These reports are often owned by a third party and as a result, are not in the installer’s company name which can create delays in installation.

By assessing an organisation’s capability to provide compliant products instead, this verification scheme enables the installer to achieve a certificate in their company name, verified by BSI that can be handed to those that require compliance evidence.

Andy Butterfield, Product Certification Director of Built Environment at BSI said:

“The fenestration market has changed significantly in recent years – the installation market in particular has seen rapid growth. It’s vital that installers can prove that the windows and doorsets they are fitting, where required, meet the requirements of Approved Document Q to help ensure the security of homes.

“It can be hugely challenging for installers to demonstrate compliance using test and certification data sourced from their supply chain, if they haven’t manufactured the product. We’ve developed this scheme with those installers in mind.”

In order to achieve to achieve the verification certification for Doors & Windows (ADQ-VC), organisations are required to be independently assessed at BSI’s Centre of Excellence in Hemel Hempstead against PAS 24: Enhanced security performance requirements for doorsets and windows in the UK. Doorsets and windows intended to offer a level of security suitable for dwellings and other buildings exposed to comparable risk.

For more details, please visit www.bsigroup.com

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Thursday, 30 May 2019

ASSA ABLOY High Security & Safety Group steps up security at new Investigation Centre

Defined as a ‘super station’, a full range of safety and security measures have been specified at the new Eastern Hampshire Police Investigation Centre in Portsmouth.

Working with Hampshire Police, ASSA ABLOY High Security & Safety Group delivered a complete package of doorset solutions, including custodial doors and high performance acoustic timber doors.

The ASSA ABLOY team, which has a strong heritage of developing complete solutions for custodial premises, specified a diverse range of doors to fulfuill the security requirements of different areas of the staition, such as exercise yard doors, holding cell doors and personnel doors.

Michael Dunn, Commercial Director, said:

“The new police centre integrates an investigation hub with a custody suite, making the specification for security, safety and accessibility quite complex. The facility accommodates over 350 staff members, as well as 36 detention cells, which are in operation 24/7, 365 days a year.

“Managing the different needs of the building and its users was a key challenge when it came to the specification process, but thanks to our expertise and extensive product portfolio – from high security doorsets and glazed doors to steel duct and decency doors, we were able to specify a complete doorset and security package tailored to the needs of the project.”

Moira Anderson, from Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioners’ office, said:

“The Police Investigation Centre at Portsmouth is part of the next generation of police facilities and the multi-purpose use of these sites require a more extensive and varied suite of high security and safety solutions. The doorset specification installed across the site is integral to the overall performance and function of the building, at all times prioritising the safety of building users.”

For more information on ASSA ABLOY UK High Security & Safety Group, please visit www.assaabloyopeningsolutions.co.uk

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Wednesday, 29 May 2019

Hörmann UK opens the door to new opportunities with timber internal doors

Hörmann UK, Europe’s leading door manufacturer, has expanded its market leading offering for fabricators and installers with the launch of its new internal timber doors, designed to provide the highest standards in style and service life.

Having firmly established itself as the number one provider of entrance and garage doors, Hörmann UK’s new timber internal doors feature high quality construction across its versatile BaseLine, DesignLine and GlassLine ranges.

The DesignLine Concepto internal doors are available in a breadth of shades and finishes, including the unique Linen textured surface finish in colour Taupe, which is already becoming an industry favourite. Various surface finishes are available, including ultra-matt, high-gloss, slate and linen, complemented by shades including anthracite, grey, white and taupe for a contemporary finish.

DesignLine Concepto

Exclusive to Hörmann, the ultra-matt, slate and linen textures are manufactured in the its unique Duradecor laminate finish, which is impact and abrasion-resistant, providing outstanding aesthetics and longevity, whilst also minimising any potential damage to the surface. Rebated and flush-closing door leaves, along with angular or rounded door frames are also on offer, along with a wide range of handles and hardware to enable customers to add their own personal touch to the interior of their property.

DesignLine

Mark Lester, Internal Door Manager at Hörmann UK, said:

“Hörmann is renowned across Europe for providing the highest standard in garage and entrance doors, and our new timber internal door offering is built on the same high quality standards of construction and aesthetics. This provides installers with a complete range of designs and styles to suit the individual needs of every homeowner, combined with ease of installation and long service life for the most attractive solution. Installers are also now presented with the opportunity to cross sell our leading entrance, garage and internal door ranges for a cohesive and complete style, both inside and out.”

Concepto Child

Featuring uncompromising quality to deliver a long service life that meets the daily needs of modern families, the designs are tailored to suit both contemporary and traditional properties. Styles include frameless glass, stylish Grey Oak or Anthracite options for modern interiors, with Spanish Oak and Parchment White finishes for more classic homes. Some doors are also available with Hörmann’s innovative 4Protect edge protector, which offers high resistance to impact, wear and scratches.

For homeowners looking to increase the natural light throughout their property, the GlassLine range offers frameless glass door leaves including designs with nano-coatings for a high quality finish that minimises potential fingermarks.

Celebrating its 40th anniversary throughout 2019, Hörmann UK has developed a strong relationship with its nationwide network of distributors, homeowners, architects, specifiers and construction professionals over the last four decades, which is reflected in the company’s diverse and ever expanding product and service offering.

For further information on Hörmann UK’s internal door offering, call 01530 516850 or visit: www.hormann.co.uk.

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