HARDWARE & SECURITY
Secure kerb appeal from ARRONE
» STYLE BLENDS WITH SECURITY IN A letterplate newly launched by ARRONE , designed to help protect homeowners from ‘ letterbox fishing ’ while offering sleek design and ultimate functionality .
The anti-theft features of the letterplate offer vital defence against opportunist burglars by preventing anyone from fishing for house keys .
The slimline innovation ’ s timely arrival follows the latest figures from the Crime Survey for England and Wales ( CSEW ), showing that from April 2022 to March 2023 , 72 % of burglaries happened via entry through a door .
The AR708HS TS 008:2022 tested letterplate from ARRONE , a HOPPE Group brand , also adheres to crime prevention advice from the Metropolitan Police , which recommends adding letterbox protection to front doors to prevent handbags and keys being stolen .
The role of door hardware in crime prevention
While the overall trend indicates that we ’ re becoming much savvier when it comes to security , the statistics demonstrate the role quality door hardware can play in preventing opportunist burglars from gaining access .
Andy Matthews , head of sales at HOPPE ( UK ) says that with doors remaining a target , it ’ s important to consider hardware , not just technology , in security measures .
“ Homeowners are becoming much more aware of the need to protect their property , but the rise of the video doorbells and other smart devices mean that when considering their home security , they often think of the latest technology and other visual deterrents like burglar alarms first . They sometimes aren ’ t aware of the role that high quality door hardware plays in deterring and even preventing certain burglary methods ,” says Andy .
One of those methods is letterbox fishing : a common technique used by criminals to steal possessions within easy reach of a door . This can be prevented through the addition of a security shroud – sometimes referred to as a letterplate restrictor or security hood – on the inside of the door , but these can often be quite bulky and therefore off-putting for homeowners .
Designed with protection in mind To overcome this issue , ARRONE has launched its new AR708HS TS 008:2022 tested letterplate .
Commenting on its security features , Andy added : “ The new ARRONE TS 008:2022 letterplate has an anti-theft steel guard solution with a slimline cover on the inside of the door offering a more discreet finish that will suit the décor of any home . Its projection of just 21mm also means the cover will not restrict door opening , even when fully open .
“ This is because of the non-intrusive design , which includes an adjustable stepped internal sleeve to prevent the internal flap of the letterplate from being fully opened . This , combined with steel side guard plates , offers protection against letterbox fishing and letterbox manipulation , while still allowing post to pass freely through the letterbox .”
The AR708HS has also undergone a 20,000-cycle flap test and 480 hours of neutral salt spray test on external flap .
For flat and apartment entrance doors , there is also a fire-rated version of the letterplate , the AR708FHS available , complete with an intumescent kit . This is compatible for use with both 30-minute and 60-minute fire doors .
Design , with function Customers are also looking for hardware that offers design flair and a range of finishes to match door and window hardware without compromising on design .
Security tested The AR708HS letterplate has been tested to TS 008:2022 .
This is the latest technical specification for enhanced security and general requirements applicable to letterplate assemblies and slide through letter boxes .
It is a means to assess product performance against opportunist attacks .
All new doors fitted with a letterplate must pass this standard to be PAS 24 and Document Q compliant .
The new letterplate is available in seven finishes – anthracite , black , chrome , graphite , satin chrome , white and brass , and can be used on both 44mm and 54mm door thicknesses . AR708HS is also available in a split finish , offering a combination of a white internal flap to match a home ’ s interior , with the external available in white , as well as the other six finishes .
It can match other suited products within the ARRONE range including door handles , knockers and numerals . The suited collection has been designed with mass appeal in mind , while offering highquality ironmongery in a variety of finishes that complement both contemporary and traditional door designs .
As well as the AR708HS TS 008:2022 tested letterplate and suited range , ARRONE has a comprehensive offering of architectural ironmongery products for the commercial and residential sectors . This includes door closing devices , panic and emergency hardware , door and pull handles , hinges , locks , cylinders , signage , and accessories . Products are extensively tested and certified .
www . hoppe . co . uk
Source : www . met . police . uk / cp / crime-prevention / protect-home-crime / door-security-advice /
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