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Doors & Windows

DHF LAUNCHES GARAGE DOOR SAFETY VIDEO

» DOOR & HARDWARE Federation ( DHF ) has announced the launch of its new garage door safety video for members , installers , and consumers , to better understand the complexities of the ‘ hold-to-run ’ feature .
The six-minute video , which provides a number of safety demonstrations , clearly explains the issues surrounding the understanding of hold-to-run , as far as safety is concerned , and that the opening and closing of the door are not the sole considerations . For example , if the door is above a certain weight , or if the door opens onto a public highway , additional safety features are required . With DHF ’ s Garage Door Group being
consumer-facing , the organisation believes it is vital to raise awareness of the overall safety features of the domestic garage door .
“ Our video focuses on the hold-to-run feature associated with roller garage doors and very clearly highlights the importance of considering safety ( as well as aesthetics and cost ) when choosing a new
garage door ,” says DHF ’ s Head of Commercial Operations , Patricia Sowsbery-Stevens . “ It ’ s important to note that an automated garage door is , in fact , a machine and should be treated as such if injuries to people and pets are to be avoided .”
DHF has , for many years , advised the industry on the interpretation of standards associated with garage door safety , and the legislation surrounding
this . It is the first time the federation has produced such a video , but in so doing , the organisation is able to reach a much wider market and educate the consumer as to what they should looking for as standard when selecting a new garage door , and about the safety feature known as hold-to-run .
“ We have been particularly concerned that some providers who are not DHF members , have been selling illegal products and offering safety as an additional feature instead of as standard ,” adds Patricia . “ A DHF member will always put safety first and DHF remains committed to placing only safe , compliant products on the market that are fit for purpose .”
www . dhfonline . org . uk

The glazing cassette that just got even more valuable

» ODL EUROPE HAS JUST announced that the full length TriSYS ® glazing cassette in anthracite grey is now available from stock . The 0764 glazing cassette is an essential component in creating contemporary composite door designs . Ian Glenister , Technical Sales Manager at ODL Europe , said : “ Our customers have seen a sharp upturn in demand for contemporary anthracite grey composite doors and the full-length glazing cassette . We listen to the voice of the customer to deliver the products they need so having our popular 0764 TriSYS ® glazing cassette in anthracite grey available from stock will allow us to turn orders around more quickly .
“ We invested in machinery that gave us control over our TriSYS ® cassette production and means we aren ’ t reliant on third parties . It means we are able to make decisions like this that support our customers to help them fulfil consumer demand .”
The TriSYS ® glazing cassette is the market-leading composite door glazing system
because it ’ s packed with features that means installers can fit with confidence , knowing they are fitting the very best . The outer frame and inner cassette screw together to hold the door glass into place and the inner frame then simply snaps on . No preparation , no adhesion promoter and no special primers are needed . The cassette ’ s innovative clip system also eliminates screw hole covers , giving a more attractive finish . The system meets all PAS24:2016 and Secured by Design requirements .
The decision to add the 0764 TriSYS ® cassette in anthracite grey to stock helps fabricators and installers meet the trend for modern designs that support consumer demand for natural light . The cassette perfectly complements ODL ’ s anthracite grey door slabs for a cohesive , streamlined look across a choice of door styles .
Ian concluded : “ Our global purpose is to make people ’ s lives better with everything we do and every product we make . By making this cassette available from stock , we ’ re helping consumers achieve more attractive , more secure homes – and helping our customers add value to their businesses at the same time .”
www . odl . com / europe . htm
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