» UAP , THE SPECIALIST IN locks and hardware for doors and windows , has enhanced its Soterian Letterplate range with two new innovations that provide a greater variety of aesthetic and practical choices . Designed for seamless fitting to either the Soterian Standard or Soterian Slim range of letterplates , the new Soterian TS 008 iPlate External Letterplate from UAP has been developed for installation with the UAP Soterian Slim internal letterplate section for use with any 44mm and 54mm composite or timber doors . Created for the high end retail market and new build developments , the new iPlate enables specifiers to benefit from the robust security and ease of installation associated with UAP ’ s Soterian

TS008 Letterplates , while offering a choice of aesthetic .

The new TS 008 Soterian iPlate letterplate is internally sprung with UAP ’ s reliable torsion bar , providing confidence of positive closure for the end user , while offering a sleek aesthetic with a unique frameless design . Along with traditional brushes in front of the aperture , the UAP iPlate also features outward-facing , draught-excluding brushes to discourage vandals from placing unwanted items in the cavity .

UAP ’ s technical director , Julian Roberts explains : “ Our Soterian range is a market-leading model of TS008 letterplates and , with the new iPlate , we believe we offer unparalleled choice for aesthetics , features and security . The unique frameless design gives the new iPlate a standout appearance and it offers durable , corrosion-resistant

door hardware in three on trend finishes : satin stainless , mirror polished stainless and PVD gold stainless .”

Compatible with the UAP Soterian Slim internal letterplate section the inward opening Soterian letterplate is also designed for use with 44mm and 54mm composite and timber doors and offers quick and easy five-step fitting . The product ’ s pivoting stay mechanism reduces the internal flap opening for protection against key fishing and lock manipulation , and there are no fixings to the exterior of the letterplate , preventing the outer frame from being unscrewed .

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» LEADING INDEPENDENT hardware supplier Carl F Groupco has confirmed that the popular FUHR 870 Type 8 Emergency Exit multipoint door lock now meets the new UKCA standard . John Crittenden , Managing Director of Carl F Groupco , said : “ The FUHR 870 lock is one of our most popular products so it was important to confirm it would have the correct accreditations when the CE mark is no longer recognised in this country . We liaised with the product team at FUHR to confirm all the correct certifications were in place .”

The government has announced it intends to end recognition of the European CE mark in Great Britain by 1

January 2023 . Instead , products must be tested and certified by a UK-recognised approved body . To indicate a product conforms to the relevant standards , the UKCA mark must be affixed to products .

John said : “ We see it as our responsibility to support our customers by being ahead of the curve . So checking our products conform to the latest regulations is an important part of our customer commitment .”

The FUHR 870 Type 8 Emergency Exit multipoint door lock allows a door to be opened at any time to provide an emergency exit from the inside . From the outside , access can be provided using a key . After opening , the cylinder

must be locked to regain full security . It is suitable for use on PVC-U , aluminium , composite and timber doors . Single and double door options are available .

Carl F Groupco stocks a comprehensive range of hardware products that meet every trend and project requirement . They also work closely with their customers and offer next-level technical support

to proactively solve hardware problems , offer advice and find solutions . Confirming the status of the FUHR 870 Type 8 Emergency Exit multipoint door lock is a perfect example of this proactive approach . It ’ s why the company has a decades-long track record and is one of the UK ’ s leading independent hardware suppliers .

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