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HARDWARE SOLUTIONS SUPPORT HERITAGE ALUMINIUM GROWTH

» LEADING INDEPENDENT HARDware distributor Carl F Groupco has reported an upturn in demand for hardware solutions to support the growing trend for aluminium doors and internal screening systems . John Crittenden , Managing Director at Carl F Groupco , explains : “ Systems such as the SD70 TruEnergy Door from Jack Aluminium that replicate art-deco or industrial style have grown in popularity . And the hardware that such solutions require has seen a similar growth in interest . These slimline solutions have very specific hardware requirements , and our high-quality FUHR multisafe 856 multipoint locking system complements these aluminium heritage door products .” The FUHR 856 lever-operated door lock offers shootbolt locking for single and French aluminium doors . It is available with large back set centre cases of 55
– 65mm that are perfect for aluminium heritage doors , while the flat 16mm , 20mm or U-Rail faceplate options also suit most aluminium profiles . The locks can be used on left- and right-opening doors for versatility and reduced stockholding .
As FUHR products , the locks come with an outstanding reassurance of quality . The door locks have been tested to at least 200,000 operations and there are robust handle mounts to ensure the lever handle remains in the correct horizontal position .
Carl F Groupco has been a supply partner of FUHR , the renowned manufacturer of high-quality multipoint locking systems , for over 60 years . The company carries the most extensive FUHR range of products in the UK and is the company ’ s largest customer worldwide . It makes it a reliable source of FUHR products and expertise .
John concluded : “ We pride ourselves on delivering the highest level of customer care and support . That includes having a comprehensive understanding of current trends and stocking the hardware solutions our customers will need to capitalise on market growth . The stocked FUHR range from Carl F Groupco is the perfect example of this ethos .”
www . carlfgroupco . co . uk

Fire Door Hardware Solutions – Simplifying the process for installers

» ARRONE AND FALCON Timber have announced a successful joint fire test that has made it easier for installers to source a full package of compliant hardware for commercial fire doors .
Architectural ironmongery manufacturer ARRONE and Falcon Timber , formerly known as Falcon Panel Products , have tested a range of door hardware with Falcon ’ s Strebord 44 FD30 to provide installers with a complete set of fire door products that can be purchased off the shelf .
The combination of the products can offer a complete solution for fire door requirements in commercial buildings
by providing products to suit a range of common door applications . The combination of products will provide solutions for doors needed to be non-locking , latch / locking , deadlocking , as well as any riser / storage rooms or bathroom doors .
The mix of products tested include AR8182 ball bearing hinges , AR1500 size 2-4 door closer , intumescent and fire door signage , with choice of lever handle and pull handles escutcheons , locks and latches depending on where the door will be fitted . Thumb turns and push plates are also covered on the evidence
Ged Ryan , CEO of HOPPE ( UK ), said : “ Choosing products
for fire doors can be complex . Installers often have to navigate several test sheets , symbols and quality marks to know which hardware is suitable for use on fire doors , and even this is dependent on the type of building the fire door is fitted in .
“ When it comes to fire doors , there is no room for error : they are a life-saving feature . We ’ ve worked with Falcon Timber to help make the specification of fire doors and associated hardware as simple as possible . We can provide further support to
installers and help them to give their customers confidence in the performance of their new fire doors .”
The products have been included on a EN 1634- 1:2014 + A1:2018 fire test specifically for use as a door assembly system with Strebord 44 fire doors .
For more information on the
products used on the test ,
please contact HOPPE UK by
telephone 01902 484410 or
email : info . uk @ hoppe . com
www . hoppe . com / gb-en /
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