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Wireless fogging integration for ultimate intruder deterrent
UAP Ltd launches industryfirst Kinetica Freezeguard 3-star euro cylinder range
UAP Ltd, the leading Greater Manchester-based door and window hardware specialist, is today making its groundbreaking Kinetica Freezeguard range commercially available.
UAP is the first manufacturer in the industry to achieve the BSI KITEMARK TS007-1:2024 certification for the range’ s 3 * euro cylinders, developed in its inhouse research and development hub.
The new range is certified according to the newest PAS24:2022 + A1:2024 security test standard and accredited by Secured by Design. These updated standards ensure locks can withstand extreme tampering, protecting against increasingly sophisticated breakin techniques including freezing, gluing, snapping, drilling, picking, and bumping.
While the industry continues to adjust to new requirements, UAP has already delivered fully compliant products that fabricators and installers can rely on.
Adam Dixon, Senior Technical Manager at UAP Ltd, said:“ Our team works tirelessly to develop products that meet and exceed security standards. The new Kinetica Freezeguard range shows our commitment to leading the way with proactive security innovation, giving our clients a competitive edge.”
www. uaplimited. com
HKC Security has launched the RF-FOG module, a wireless fogging integration designed to deliver enhanced internal protection for both residential and commercial premises.
This new module enables seamless connectivity between HKC’ s control
panels and third-party security fogging systems including UR FOG and Density Global, providing a fast, effective response in the event of an intruder or panic activation.
Fully compatible with the HKC 10270 control panel, RF-FOG connects via HKC’ s SecureWave two-way wireless technology, ensuring reliable and encrypted communication without the need for additional wiring.
The fogging system can be programmed to activate upon detection of an Alarm, Alarm Confirm, Panic, or Panic Confirm activation from a connected HKC Intruder Alarm system.
Designed to minimise loss and damage during a break-in, the system instantly releases a dense fog, and within 10 seconds hands or feet cannot be seen, obscuring vision and forcing intruders to flee. Installers benefit from easy integration, while end users can take advantage of real-time control and event logging via the HKC app and cloud platform.
www. hkcsecurity. com
ALUMINIUM-INSPIRED DESIGN IN A PVCU PROFILE
VEKA plc, an innovative leader of PVCu window profile systems, is proud to introduce Feinstruktur – a premium new range of fine-textured, matt finish decorative foils to the market. Delivering aluminium-inspired aesthetic in a PVCu solution. Responding to consumer trends and rising sustainability demands, Feinstruktur emulates the aesthetic appeal of powder-coated aluminium whilst providing exceptional durability and thermal performance of a PVCu profile.
According to the Keystone Market Research( Autumn 2024), the aluminium window market is increasingly on the rise as homeowners are looking to achieve a striking, modern aesthetic for their property. However, aluminium can prove to be costly both in the initial investment and subsequent maintenance costs, as well as the risk of corrosion and environmental wear. In recent years, aluminium prices have also been driven up by international tariffs and global supply chain pressures. PVCu provides consistent value, superior thermal performance and long-term durability without corrosion. VEKA Feinstruktur delivers a contemporary, industrial look of aluminium with a PVCu profile. The surface effortlessly aligns with modern trends in colour and texture whilst maintaining VEKA’ s signature reliability and performance, serving as a cost-effective, energy-efficient alternative to aluminium window systems.
Feinstruktur is available in eight elegant trend-led colours- anthracite grey, slate grey, basalt grey, umber, black, quartz grey, silver grey and traffic white- each carefully selected to complement modern architecture. The textured matt foil is weather-resistant and scratchproof, whilst the easy-to-clean, anti-fingerprint finish, ensures the windows maintain their visual appeal with minimal effort. Designed with sustainability and cost-efficiency in mind, Feinstruktur is fully recyclable and manufactured using sustainable raw materials to minimise environmental impact, and can be processed using standard lamination machinery, requiring no additional investment or downtime.
Feinstruktur is ideally suited for OMNIA, VEKA’ s award-winning suite of PVCu double flush windows and doors. Presenting a truly flush appearance inside and out, enhanced by the aluminium look, while also giving optimal thermal efficiency, security, weather protection, and acoustic performance.
“ As the aluminium aesthetic is growing increasingly popular with homeowners,
Feinstruktur offers more than a contemporary visual appeal,” said Loredana Emmerson, Customer Marketing Manager at VEKA plc.
“ It allows our partners to meet demand for aluminium-inspired design and performance benefits of PVCu systems, whilst staying true to VEKA’ s commitment to sustainable innovation. Feinstruktur benefits architects, fabricators, installers, and homeowners alike, serving as a future-ready alternative to aluminium.”
www. vekauk. com / feinstruktur