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Thursday, 27 June 2019

Great Scotland Yard Hotel - London

The project to transform the former Scotland Yard HQ of the Metropolitan Police into a prestigious five-star hotel in London is now complete. The project demanded architectural ironmongery of the highest standards of performance and appearance.

Leading Architectural Ironmonger John Planck Ltd working in collaboration with Galliard’s in-house design team selected the door hinges from the SIMONSWERK range.

In total over 1700 TECTUS concealed hinges have been installed including the TE340 3D FR, TE640 3D FR and the TE527 3D.

The Grade II-listed building has been converted into a 153 Bedroom luxury hotel by Galliard Construction which will be operated by Hyatt under its Unbound Collection.

The seven-storey building was the original headquarters of the Metropolitan Police. The home secretary at the time, Sir Robert Peel selected the building as the first headquarters for the Met in 1829.

The new hotel features include interior design references to the building’s police and military past through the use of shields, emblems and historic details etched into glass and metalwork.

SIMONSWERK are Europe´s leading Hinge Manufacturer with a history spanning more than 125 years in the manufacture of brass, aluminium and stainless-steel hinges for doors and windows.

The range includes the renowned fully concealed TECTUS hinge range and the popular TRITECH solid brass hinge with concealed bearings. SIMONSWERK hinges have also been fitted in many other hotels throughout Europe including the Ritz and the Savoy.

For more information:
E: sales@simonswerk.co.uk
T: 0121 522 2848
W: www.simonswerk.co.uk

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Wednesday, 26 June 2019

New App for Videx GSM Intercom Range enabling easier programming & usability

Videx, a leading manufacturer and supplier in access control and door entry kits, has added a new app to its flagship GSM intercom range, the popular entry systems that provide greater security and freedom to users.

The new app simplifies programming and usability for both end users and installers. Available for iOS and Android devices, the app allows you to program the GSM intercom system by automatically creating the SMS messages.

James Gray project manager at Videx said:

“The app is a great addition to the Videx GSM product range, enhancing the features while also providing a convenient way to manage and operate the system.

“Features include the ability to activate the door or gate either for the programmed time or to latch and unlatch it. This can be done via text message or dialling using the dial to open feature. You can also add and modify numbers called, the dial to open numbers, access codes including temporary access codes for one-time visitors, as well as proximity tags that are used to open the gate or door.”

Up to 10 GSM intercoms can be stored in the app. Settings such as master code, telephone number, call button telephone numbers and free access settings are all stored to save the user time while using the app. An advanced version of the app will also be available soon with even more features for the installer or managing agent of the system.

The app is not restricted to the GSMPRO version of the Videx GSM intercom systems and can also be used with the Digital GSM, vandal resistant GSM’s, multiple entrance 2270 interface and the GSM lite.

James added: “Users can also set up free access time periods where the gate or door can be held open for visitors. The ability to decode received messages from the intercom panel is also included and some of these messages can also be imported and saved in the app for future use. For example, if the intercom call button has already been programmed it’s possible to receive the telephone numbers for the call button and import them into the app.”

Users will be able to download the app directly from Google’s ‘Play store’ and Apple’s ‘App store’ free of change. The app can be used with all current and older model GSM intercoms.

For more information about the new GSM Intercom app, please visit: www.videxuk.com

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Tuesday, 25 June 2019

New Openow™ app creates secure virtual key for SMARTair®

The ASSA ABLOY Door Hardware & Access Control Group has unveiled Openow, a new mobile solution for users of its SMARTair wireless access control system.

Openow allows SMARTair users to open doors with their mobile phone and the Openow app, meaning access credentials can be granted, revoked and updated instantly, from wherever the user may be.

By eliminating physical credentials, Openow helps ensure facilities managers, security administrators and business owners are more in control of their access control. This also helps save time, as there is no need for users to collect or validate a physical access card.

Fast and easy to install, information transferred between the software, smartphone App and the SMARTair device is protected by end-to-end encryption.

Alan Kent, Access Control Manager and SMARTair Specialist, said:

“Users will immediately find out how convenient Openow is to use. Individual access rights for our SMARTair system can be instantly admitted, withdrawn, or changed on the go, enhancing security while delivering the flexibility needed to amend a site’s access control at any time. Access rights can also be granted for a limited time period only; a feature that many will find useful.

“In short, the benefit of Openow is simple: if you have your phone, then you are already carrying your SMARTair keys in your pocket.”

The SMARTair Openow app is available to download now for free from Apple’s App Store and the Google Play Store.

For further information on the Openow app, please visit assaabloyopeningsolutions.co.uk or contact their SMARTair specialist Alan Kent via email at alan.kent@assaabloy.com, or via LinkedIn.

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Monday, 24 June 2019

Homeowners are opting to open-up their kitchens with bi fold doors from Quickslide

With warmer months almost upon us, many homeowners are turning to the improvements that will allow them to fully enjoy spending time at their home, with friends and family, over Summer.

Trends are showing that the kitchen is a room whose purpose is changing. No longer is it solely a space for food preparation. Instead, people’s kitchens are increasingly becoming the social hub of their home.

For a dramatic transformation, building an extension or making structural changes to the home’s interior could be the first thought as an ideal route to achieving a bright, airy and sociable kitchen space. However, it needn’t be as costly or stressful.

Award-winning manufacturers, Quickslide Windows & Doors are seeing more and more homeowners opting to transform their kitchens with the installation of bi-fold doors. It seems they’re not alone as independent studies suggest that the integration of bi-fold doors in a house is perhaps more important to new buyers than a new kitchen or conservatory.

Modern look and feel

From a tired kitchen needing a new lease of life to a new home wanting the wow-factor, upgrading the kitchen’s doors from a standard singular or sliding door to bi-folding doors can help to achieve this. Bi folds are very much on trend and their sleek, unobtrusive profile will instantly update the look and feel of modern and traditional homes alike.

Offered in aluminium and PVC-u, the material, colour and finish can be selected from a wide range of off the shelf options, presenting homeowners full design control over the aesthetics to ensure they’re in fitting with the properties look and feel.

Breath of fresh air

Not only do bi fold doors add a fashionable touch to any kitchen, they are great for the everyday, letting in large amounts of light by seamlessly joining the garden and kitchen with folding panels of glass.

Bi folds have the power to transform homeowners’ views and it is said that luscious greens of nature are calming and therapeutic; ideal for relaxing in on a warm summer day or admiring from the comfort of a cosy kitchen during the cooler months.

The large openings that such wide span doors create means homeowners experience enhanced ventilation when cooking, along with more space and better access to the garden for alfresco dining and entertaining.

New hub of the home

As well as transforming the kitchens look and feel and flooding the area with light to open up the space, bi-fold doors also change the way homeowners can use the space outside. The easy to use doors allow for year-round access to the garden.

They are ideal for keeping an eye on children playing in the garden, opening quickly and easily to extend their play area. They are also perfect for parties, events and family gatherings; the doors push neatly aside to offer more space to host, creating a hybrid indoor and garden party where people can escape a spot of rain and get a drink as well as enjoy the outside air.

In summary, bi fold doors from Quickslide are increasing in popularity with homeowners on a quest to open-up their kitchens as the designs provide a seamless progression from the inside to the outside, creating a brighter and more welcoming environment.

www.quickslide.co.uk

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Sunday, 23 June 2019

Magnificent Motors for Beaulieu’s Simply Mercedes debut

The stylish luxury cars of Mercedes-Benz will be the stars of Beaulieu's brand new Simply Mercedes on Sunday August 18th when they meet for the brand new event in the grounds of the National Motor Museum.

Eagerly anticipated by German car fans, Simply Mercedes is open to all ages and models from the marque’s distinguished history. From sporty roadsters and luxury saloons to rugged off-roaders and hard-working commercial vehicles, all are invited to park up in the rally which will honour one of the world’s most respected car makers.

Expect to see a selection from landmark post-war models such as the stylish fintail and ‘Ponton’ saloons, through the iconic 300SL ‘Gullwing’, classic ‘Pagoda’ sports car and popular W123 saloons, to the modern-day A-Class, S-Class, G-Class and X-Class, as well as class-leading Sprinter van and the all-terrain G-Wagen and Unimog. All Mercedes are welcome to join the show.

The Mercedes-Benz Club will be out in force, bringing a selection of its members’ prestigious cars.

Visitors and event-goers will be able to vote for their favourite Mercedes of the show in the People’s Choice Award, with the winner receiving a Beaulieu trophy.

Be sure to explore the National Motor Museum, included in the event ticket, where show-goers can see a remarkable selection of historic Mercedes. The 1903 Mercedes 60hp, one of only five still in existence, is joined by the 1928 Mercedes-Benz 36/220 Model S once owned by actor Sir Peter Ustinov and the 2010 McLaren Mercedes MP4/21 replica of Jenson Button’s F1 racer.

Event tickets include entry to all of the Beaulieu attraction, including the National Motor Museum with its Chitty Chitty Bang Bang 50 years exhibition, World of Top Gear, On Screen Cars, 13th century Beaulieu Abbey, the Montagu ancestral home of Palace House and its grounds and gardens.

For those driving a Mercedes and taking part in the show, participant tickets are £10 an adult, £5 a child (aged 5-16) if bought in advance online before 5pm on August 15th, or £12 an adult and £6 a child on the day. All other visitors can buy a general admission tickets to Beaulieu at the standard attraction price. For tickets and information see www.beaulieu.co.uk.

Entry is from 9am - 3pm for rally participants. The Brabazon Restaurant will serve hot drinks and breakfast snacks from 9-11am. All other visitors should enter Beaulieu though the Visitor Reception building with a standard attraction admission ticket, from 10am.

The first Simply Mercedes will be Beaulieu’s ninth Simply rally this year, followed by Simply Smart on November 10th. For tickets and details see www.beaulieu.co.uk/events.

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Saturday, 22 June 2019

FX15 Threshold gets SBD

FX15, the complete Document Q, Part M threshold from leading hardware specialist MI Products is now Secured by Design. It has successfully passed PAS 24 and BS6375 part 1 and 2 tests, for security, weather performance and ease of use.

The latest test results were the final part to achieve Secured by Design certification and add to the FX15 threshold achieving Part M and ADQ compliance for accessibility.

The genuine 15mm low threshold boasts a clever security mechanism, featuring a “Slide and Lock” shoot bolt striker system and a fixed security mushroom. As the door closes, the fixed security mushroom engages into its striker. By locking the door, the shoot bolts are engaged and the door can’t disengage, lift or drop.

Ian Searle, Director at MI Products, says:

“We have designed and developed FX15 to be the complete solution for fabricators and installers. We want to make it easier for our customers to meet both Building Regulations and demands from homeowners wanting an accessible, easy to use and secure door.

“Thanks to the exclusive design of the FX15 and the impressive test results, we are adding new large fabricators to our customer base. Fabricators across the UK are taking on the compliant threshold for the exclusive benefits it offers.

“Customers are also choosing to switch to FX15 because of the ease of manufacturing. We’ve had a lot of positive feedback as the FX15 can be ‘built from the box’, with no complicated jigging or routing needed, which makes it quicker and reduces waste.

“All new setups have benefitted from our no quibble onsite support from our expert, happy to help team and our next day delivery promise.”

For more information about FX15, get in touch with MI Products:

Phone: 02476 305 943

Email: info@miproducts.co.uk

Web: www.miproducts.co.uk

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Friday, 21 June 2019

New Duragrain Sectional Doors from Garador

Duragrain Pine

One of the UK’s leading garage door manufacturers, Garador, have just introduced an entirely new range of sectional garage doors.

The new Duragrain range is a completely new concept, where a realistic timber, natural stone or metal illustration is printed onto the outside surface of the garage door. These new designs offer customers a more graphical alternative to the paint and timber effect finishes currently available on the market.

Garador’s Duragrain range is comprised of 24 decorative colour finishes, which are comprised of 5 incredibly realistic natural stone decors, 18 authentic treated timber decors and 1 metal decor. The development of this new printing technology opens up a whole new realm of possibilities for garage door panel design, with the most unusual and unique surface finishes now possible.

Duragrain Colonial Walnut

The new Duragrain surface finish has been development for some time now, as Garador’s Managing Director Neil Discombe comments “Duragrain has been in development for a number of years, but we think it has been well worth the wait and the results really do speak for themselves.”

Neil continues “We don’t think homeowners will be disappointed with their new Duragrain sectional garage doors. The intricacies of the natural stone and timber prints are quite astonishing.”

The new Duragrain decors will give more food for thought when designing the garage and surrounding property as Garador’s Managing Director, Neil Discombe says “Duragrain will add another dimension to their design aspirations, as each of the decorative finishes imitates a natural stone, real wood and metal.”

Duragrain Rusty Steel

Duragrain has been engineered to last, with the inclusion of a protective coating on the outside of the door. This protective coating is scratch-resistant, defending the underlying print from the effects of weathering and any little knocks life throws at it. Furthermore, the inks used to print the decors are UV-resistant and colourfast, meaning that they won’t fade or wash out over time.

Garador’s Sectional garage doors already have many advantages, including excellent thermal insulation properties with 42mm insulated door sections, sturdy rubber seals on the base, sides and fascia of the door, as well as the black plastic frame leg plate to protect against corrosion. So customers can rest assured they will still be getting a product with all of the benefits they have come to expect from a Garador sectional garage door.

Duragrain will only be available on Garador Premium Linear Large door styles, and the door will be fully insulated with PU-foam at 42mm thick, making the door ideal for properties where the garage is used as a workshop or gym or for storing equipment.

Find out more by calling Garador’s friendly customer service team on 01935 443701 or visit www.garador.co.uk

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Thursday, 20 June 2019

DHF ‘hammers home’ importance of training following industrial door accident

Tamworth-based trade association, DHF (Door & Hardware Federation), is ‘hammering home’ the significance of appropriate training, following the tragic death of a woman killed in an industrial door incident.

The accident, which took place in August 2016, and described by Health & Safety Executive (HSE) inspector, Graeme Warden, as ‘one that could have been avoided’, has resulted in Cambridgeshire-based electrical company, BS Graves (Electrical) Limited, being fined £25,000 and ordered to pay costs amounting to £6,500.

An inquest held in Huntingdon last year, heard that 40-year-old social worker, Heidi Chalkley’s hands became trapped in the shutter door mechanism as it opened. She suffered multiple fractures to her ribs, spine, arms and jawbone and died at the scene. The inquest concluded that the cause of death was misadventure because she had attempted to ride up on the door. The inquest also found that the door was not as safe as it should have been.

An investigation by the Health and Safety Executive found that sensors at the top of the door, (which should have stopped it), were incorrectly wired and did not function properly as the door opened. It was also found that BS Graves (Electrical) Limited had carried out work on the roller shutter door at Ruth Bagnall Court since 2012, and despite inspecting the door a month prior to the accident, they had failed to check and test the operation of the safety systems on the door and identify the fault. The company based in Ramsey, Cambridgeshire, pleaded guilty at Peterborough Magistrates’ Court to breaching Section 3(1) of the Health & Safety at Work etc Act 1974.

“This type of incident has been well documented in the past, with similar accidents involving children across Europe, initiating the standard EN 12453 for this type of door to include the need for protection to prevent an incident of this nature,” explains DHF’s Senior Training and Compliance Officer, Nick Perkins.

“EN 12453 has, since 2000, required that doors with the ability to lift persons be protected by one of four safety strategies:

i. the door be operated in hold-to-run by a trained user with full sight of the door, or

ii. the door be torque limited such that it cannot lift a person, or

iii. high level fail-safe beams be provided to detect a person being lifted during opening, or

iv. the door be protected by light curtains that prevent opening if a person is present on the door.

In the case of Heidi Chalkley, the high-level beams were not functional, despite being installed.”

Following the inquest, Mr Warden highlighted a lack of appropriate training of employees at BS Graves (Electrical) Limited.

“We continue to stress the vital importance of the correct level of training for all those with both legal and moral responsibility for the installation, maintenance, repair and dismantling of potentially dangerous equipment, such as industrial doors,” says DHF’s CEO, Bob Perry.

“Very tragically, this case has resulted in a fatality that could so easily have been avoided. It is absolutely imperative that those working on doors such as this, are equipped with specialist knowledge of applicable standards and legislation, together with the technical expertise to identify the hazard, assess and test the presence and function of acceptable protection systems. As this tragedy illustrates quite clearly, door system maintenance cannot be achieved by visual inspection alone or by those with insufficient training, experience or test equipment.”

DHF has published codes of practice for the industrial door, automated gate and barrier industry and provides standards and legislation training for all.

“We advise those with ownership and management responsibilities to ensure that their maintenance contractors have the professional training, qualification, and equipment required, and that managers, supervisors and operatives are suitably trained in the craft, legislation & standards.” concludes Bob.

For further information regarding technical specifications, please visit DHF’s website: www.dhfonline.org.uk

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Wednesday, 19 June 2019

New Weight Capacity for P C Henderson's Rustic Barn Door Hardware

P C Henderson has increased the weight capacity of its range of Rustic sliding barn door style hardware as it witnesses end users combining the hardware with a variety of unique and creative door designs.

Previously certified as an 80kg system, the company carried out extensive in house testing on its Rustic 100 and Rustic Top Mount systems in order to increase the weight capacity to 100kg. The new capacity provides end users with the freedom and versatility to combine the hardware with virtually any door style and size.

Andrew Royle, Sales and Marketing Director at P C Henderson commented:

“Due to its timeless design features and unique aesthetic appeal, the popularity of sliding barn door style hardware shows no signs of slowing down. As popularity increases so does the creative capabilities of the end user - we’re seeing our hardware being combined with all kinds of unique and wonderful doors – from large vintage doors through to custom made elaborate works of art.

“Sliding doors which span the height of a room from floor to ceiling is also something we’re seeing a lot of, particularly in period properties with extremely high ceilings. With all of this information combined we recognised the need to increase the weight capacity of our hardware to meet customer requirements”.

Tested to 100,000 cycles, the new certification provides end users with a robust and durable system which guarantees a lifespan of 68 years, based on a 100kg door being opened/closed 4 times a day.

P C Henderson offers a number of barn door style sliding systems including Rustic 100, available in matt black, stainless steel and antique rust, which creates a traditional look with the exposed steel straps fastening down the front of the door.

Rustic Top Mount is also available which offers a stylish, contemporary alternative with is matt black hangers being mounted to the top of the door. Both systems are available in 2m and 3m track length with a fittings kit available for bi-parting door specifications.

Both systems can be complemented with P C Henderson’s new Rustic Soft Close, an easy to fit soft close accessory which catches the door in its final moments of travel in order to bring it to a gentle close. The system has been expertly designed to be one of the fastest fitting soft closes on the market, with the system simply sliding over the track fittings behind the track.

www.pchenderson.com

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Tuesday, 18 June 2019

ASSA ABLOY launches unrivalled DC300G-HF Door Closer

The ASSA ABLOY Door Hardware & Access Control Group has launched an innovative new door closer that offers unrivalled performance for user flexibility and fire safety for buildings in the healthcare, education and hospitality sectors.

Unlike any other door closer in its class, the new DC300G-HF is a responsive solution, satisfying multiple door control issues for healthcare professionals, students, customers and staff. This includes flexible operation and use, while also maintaining full certification in all three modes and fitting configurations.

The DC300G-HF is fully certified in all three modes; standard, free-swing and hold-open and all three fitting configurations; fig.1, fig.61 and fig.66 – offering peace of mind and convenience for building owners, managers and installers, that they are legally covered.

There are hundreds of door-closing devices available but, when analysing their capabilities, it becomes apparent that not all are created equal. This not only applies to their adherence to fire safety laws, but also accessibility regulations. Simply put, in light of the Equality Act (2010) and Approved Document M, a building should be accessible to all – without restriction or the need for assistance.

The DC300G-HF helps meet and surpass both fire safety and accessibility requirements. In the event of a fire it reverts to a mechanical mode, either free-swing or hold-open mode. Uniquely, and for the very first time, the DC300G-HF has all the features and certification required to meet these demands, across all three modes and configurations.

The new door closer is CE Marked (a legal requirement under the Construction Products Regulation) to EN 1154 and EN 1155 in all three configurations. Furthermore, soft-motion release (from 130-75 degrees) means the door is progressively shut, preventing damage to the door set and injury to users.

The DC300G-HF is also BS 8300-2:2018 compliant. Its safety credentials and performance (free-swing or hold-open mode with variable power EN 3-6) retains low opening forces, making it the ideal product for environments with high volumes of traffic, such as schools or hotels, and where users experience movement difficulty or strength issues, like care homes.

The DC300G-HF is also incredibly flexible and cost-effective. Switching between modes on other electro-mechanical door closers can be difficult and time consuming. Often, two separate products or additional parts are required. The DC300G-HF offers a step-change in functionality, with all three modes in one product. Users can switch within seconds by simply adjusting three small bolts.

Developed, designed and tested in the UK for the UK market, the closer is also easy to retrofit and upgrade with no re-drilling required, so fire certification is not compromised. Wiring on the hinge side and a non-polarity sensitive connection also makes wiring easy.

David Hindle, Head of Door Closer Sales at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, said:

“A unique combination of flexibility and full certification makes the DC300G-HF the best-in-class, electro-mechanical rack and pinion door closer, for changing door use in busy environments. Each unit is individually tested and inspected and bears the high quality, award-winning design and guaranteed durability you come to expect from an ASSA ABLOY door closer.

“Our new DC300G-HF door closer is also part of a full suite of products, ensuring we can satisfy any requirements for high-performing and reliable door controls.”

For more information on the DC300G-HF door closer, please visit assaabloyopeningsolutions.co.uk or contact 0845 0706713 to arrange a demonstration.

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