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Hardware Extra

‘ Defend against every known attack method’

» THE ULTION 3-STAR PLUS WITH ALPS has started to ship. Designed to be the most secure door lock available, it is also the first and only lock to defend against every known attack method. After months of anticipation, this groundbreaking security solution is now in the hands of installers across the country.
Ultion 3-Star PLUS with ALPS is built to offer the highest level of security. Unlike many locks that claim to be secure but fail when tested, Ultion 3-Star PLUS has set a new benchmark. It is the first lock to pass the rigorous Sold Secure Diamond 2024
security test, proving its ability to withstand even the most sophisticated break-in attempts. It is also the only lock currently tested to the rigorous BS048 security standard.
Trusted by the Trade
Ultion has been working closely with installers, visiting showrooms across the UK to update locks to Ultion ALPS. The response has been overwhelmingly positive.
Paul Culshaw, Managing Director at Heritage Trade Frames, said:
“ We take security seriously because we know our customers do too. This lock isn’ t just ahead of the game, it’ s the gold standard. It’ s built to protect against everything burglars can throw at it, and then some.” Jeff Dunn, Sales and Commercial
Director at Glazerite, added:
“ At Glazerite, we’ re always looking for ways to help our installers succeed. The Ultion ALPS gives our installers something unique to offer their customers: the highest level of security, backed by real-world testing.”
Why Installers Are Making the Switch
Ultion 3-Star PLUS with ALPS is easy to install, built to last, and engineered for real security. With ALPS, protection starts the moment the key leaves the lock, keeping homes secure around the clock.
Ready to be part of the next generation of home security? Ultion 3-Star PLUS with ALPS is shipping now.
www. ultion-locks. co. uk

NEW NON-CROP WINDOW SHOOTBOLT

» HARDWARE EXPERT VBH HAS further expanded its range of locking systems for outward opening casement windows with the introduction of the greenteQ Invicta Non-Crop shootbolt.
The product joins the original Invicta shootbolt in a greenteQ casement lock line up that now includes eight options.
As the name suggests, Invicta Non-Crop allows the fabricator to simply drop the shootbolt extensions into place within the window sash without having to measure / mark and cut them to length.
A strong steel cover plate then secures the extensions into place, ensuring a solid connection to the gearbox.
VBH Marketing Manager Gary Gleeson says,“ The non-crop method massively speeds up the fitting time against standard shootbolts, is less messy, and means that the fabricator has no steel offcuts to dispose of.”
The system consists of a gearbox, in a choice of industry standard 20 or 22mm
backsets, and a series of extensions to cover sash sizes up to 1560mm.
VBH advise that Invicta is suitable for windows where a high security locking
system is required and is compatible with the most popular PVCu and aluminium window systems.
Once fitted, security is provided by adjustable mushroom cams on the gearbox and extensions, and steel shootbolts that have two settings to allow penetration of the profile if desired. greenteQ Invicta Non-Crop is approved for use on Q-secure installations. Q-secure is VBH’ s homeowner security guarantee scheme, which promises to pay the homeowner up to £ 9000 in compensation if a break in is successfully achieved due to hardware failure.
Gary adds:“ Invicta Non-Crop sits alongside the original variant, giving fabricators a choice of a standard crop or non-crop fitting procedures. Of course, both options provide high levels of security performance and are exceptionally smooth to operate by the consumer.”
www. vbhgb. com
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