Hardware & Security
Elevating care home security
» HARDWARE SPECIALIST CARL F Groupco is highlighting the practical advantages of its SmartSecure solutions , especially its suitability for care home and assisted living installations . With a focus on safety and convenience , the electromechanical door locking systems offer the impressive security solutions needed for these specialised environments .
John Mitchell , Technical Manager at Carl F Groupco , said : “ Our SmartSecure range brings huge value to care home providers , retirement villages , assisted living environments and more . The products provide the practical functionality that ’ s vital in these settings , and it ’ s clear that the market understands this . We ’ ve seen sales of our electronic and automatic door lock ranges increase by almost 60 % in recent months .”
John says the FUHR multitronic 881 electromechanical door lock perfectly demonstrates the diverse benefits the SmartSecure range brings .
The electromechanical locking system offers versatile integration options . It works with virtually any third-party access control or building management system , so is easy to retro-fit and can be supplied to suit most project requirements . John said : “ This versatility has been an important component in many of our customers ’ recent projects , especially where existing solutions such as push-pad releases and intercoms are already in place and positioned away from the door .”
Enhanced features of the system , particularly valuable in the care home sector , include elements such as spring-loaded contacts . These facilitate seamless wireless power and data transfer between the frame and the door sash that are fully concealed when the door is closed . John comments : “ This eliminates the risk of a cable breaking by door movement or tampering , a common concern with traditional setups fitted in these settings .”
To ensure the system ticks every box , there are Emergency Exit ( BS EN 179 ) or Panic Exit ( BS EN 1125 ) options too . The Secured by Design accredited hardware provides impressive security benefits , including locking automatically when the door is closed .
John concludes : “ Our customers value the fact that the options on the FUHR multitronic 881 electromechanical door lock are almost endless , making the system suitable across a variety of sectors .”
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Valuing a 44-year partnership
» THE SOVEREIGN GROUP IS ONE OF independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco ’ s longest-standing customers of over 44 years .
David Fitton , Operations Director at the Sovereign Group says : “ Carl F Groupco is one of our top and most valued suppliers . Communication is key in our business and the standard of communication and commitment from Carl F Groupco is exemplary . They offer us bespoke solutions to hardware purchases , complemented by excellent technical support and customer service . We know we can rely on Carl F Groupco .”
Sovereign is loyal to the Roto hardware that Carl F Groupco supplies , in particular the Roto FRH UNI Reversible Window Hinge System , Roto NT Tilt and Turn Gearing and TSL espagnolettes .
Julie Warner , Roto Product Manager at Carl F Groupco , comments : “ Roto hardware is renowned for its quality and innovation , and we are proud that our
relationship with Sovereign continues to flourish . Long term partnerships with customers and manufacturers are the backbone of Carl F Groupco . Working together ensures the success of our customers and over four decades this has strengthened our relationship with Sovereign .”
Carl F Groupco stocks a comprehensive range of Roto hardware and the two companies collaborate on product development , helping to give UK fabricators and installers the hardware features they need . The impressive reliability of deliveries upon which fabricators such as Sovereign rely also contributes to the strength of the relationship .
Formed in 1973 , the Sovereign Group has grown substantially , investing heavily in training and technology , to improve and grow its business to meet its clients ’ ever-increasing challenges . Its core business is the manufacture of PVC-U windows , doors , composite doors and sealed units and it has over 180,000 square
feet of manufacturing and warehousing facilities in Lancashire .
Carl F Groupco is one of the industry ’ s longest-established names in hardware . The success of its business founded on the strength and longevity of its relationships with customers and manufacturing partners as displayed by the Sovereign Group and Roto show .
www . carlfgroupco . co . uk
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