Clearview National January 2019 - Issue 206 | Page 60
HARDWARE& SECURITY
‘STATE-OF-THE-ART’ LOCK PASSES PAS 24
» » CALDWELL’S STATE-OF-
the-art Sinidex lock is now
available with PAS24-
accreditation on Liniar profiles,
Eurocell’s Logic, Modus
and Modus Flush systems,
Deceuninck’s 2500 and 2800
systems and Kommerling
Gold.
Exclusively available in
England through respected
hardware distributor Window
Ware, the cutting-edge Sinidex
system can now add industry-
leading security credentials to its
long list of features and benefits.
The product boasts a whole
host of fabricator-friendly
features, including intelligent
floating mushroom technology
that offers robust performance
and excellent tolerance, even with
sash drops of up to 6.5mm, while
ensuring the window always
locates.
It also provides time-
saving routing prep, the same
as is found on a standard
espagnolette, and handy lines on
the rod to aid keep alignment.
It’s eventually set to form
part of a full casement window
guarantee package, including
stayguards and hinges, allowing
customers to quickly and easily
manufacture high-performance
products.
“A best-in-class lock system
just got even better,” comments
Caldwell Sales Director Tim
Ferkin. “We always knew that
the Sinidex lock was outstanding
across the board – but now,
with PAS24 accreditation, the
industry can have confidence
that it offers world-class security
performance.
“We want to offer fabricators
a comprehensive, all-in-one
window hardware package that
meets the demanding standards
of an ever-more competitive
market place.
“As we go on to develop
the rest of the Sinidex range,
that will be our benchmark of
success – each new component
has to offer exceptional all-
round performance, otherwise
it’s not being included. For our
customers, we’ll accept nothing
less than the best.”
Window Ware Commercial
Director, Richard Bryant
explains what the Sinidex brings
to their range:
“At Window Ware, we’re
passionate about providing our
customers with great products,
and the fabricator-friendly
Sinidex is exactly that. Switching
or incorporating the Sinidex
security window lock is pretty
straightforward too because the
lock conveniently fits a standard
espag
rout.
“What’s more,
rods are ready marked
to aid keep alignment
during assembly and streamline
production. Available with 20
or 22mm backsets and 7.5 or
9mm mushroom cams, plus
an expanding range of profile-
related security keeps, the
Sinidex lock comes in a wide
range of sizes to fit most PVCu
windows.
“If you’d like more
information about what the
Sinidex lock can do for your
business, then please get in
touch.”
www.caldwell.co.uk
A Smart and Specialist Strategy
» » CARL F GROUPCO REPORTS A
successful year (for 2018) with ongoing
development of its extensive catalogue of
over 7,000 lines catering for all window and
door hardware requirements. Brands that have
performed particularly well for the distributor
include SmartSecure that provides new
generation electronic door locking and access
control: this has achieved a 90% year on year
increase in sales since its launch in 2016.
Key achievements during 2018 included the
launch of a new Carl F Groupco hardware
website. The company also upgraded its Carl
F direct website for its e-commerce tools and
consumables business. Providing next working
day delivery, Carl F direct enables Carl F Groupco
to provide a one stop shop for the window and
door industry. Commenting on the successful year,
Managing Director John Crittenden said:
“We have made our mark as a major player
in the UK hardware supply market and for
that I thank our hardworking staff at both our
Peterborough and Cumbernauld distribution
centres who work tirelessly to achieve our
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on time in full delivery target. I also thank
our manufacturing partners who deliver
consistently high quality, innovative products
and support our service philosophy.
“Expansion of our product range is a real
achievement, particularly in light of turbulent
market conditions with fluctuating exchange
rates. And, as we brace ourselves for the
impact of Brexit, it has to be acknowledged
that the beginning of 2019 could be a slightly
rocky road for the UK as a whole, but we have
plans in place to ensure we continue to meet
our performance and delivery targets.”
Looking ahead to 2019, Carl F Groupco
reports that demand for SmartSecure is set
to continue to grow in a range of markets
including Housing Associations and designer
installations. Specialist products are also on
track for growth including fire rated fittings,
high specification aluminium door locks and
hardware for Liniar’s new reversible window
that is ideally suited to high rise installations.
www.carlfgroupco.co.uk