HARDWARE & SECURITY
ABLOY UK CREATES BESPOKE LOCKING SOLUTION FOR SECURE INFORMATION BOXES
» ABLOY UK HAS SUPPLIED THE Safety Letterbox Company Ltd with a bespoke Sentry CL811 Camlock . It not only complies with the law but also adheres to the highest security standards such as BS EN 1303 , the European standard on cylinders for locks used for security and protection to keep belonging and dwelling places safe . It is also tested and certified to SBD standards STS205 BR2 .
Following the tragic Grenfell Tower disaster , the Fire Industry Association ( FIA ) and the National Fire Chiefs Council
( NFCC ) took decisive action by introducing The Fire Safety ( England ) Regulations 2022 , came into effect in January 2023 .
These regulations state that existing highrise residential buildings over 18 metres , as well as new builds over 11 metres or seven storeys , must appoint a responsible person ; maintaining hard copies of the building ’ s floor plans , a single-page orientation plan , and the name and contact details of the responsible person . All this essential information must be stored in a Secure Information Box ( formerly known as the Premises Information Box ), which should remain easily accessible for firefighters during emergencies .
www . abloy . co . uk
AVOCET HARDWARE GROUP RENEWS SBD MEMBERSHIP , REINFORCING COMMITMENT TO SECURITY
» AVOCET HAS BEEN AT THE forefront of providing innovative , SBDaccredited security solutions to locksmiths , door fabricators , and installers . Their extensive range of products , including the award-winning ABS range of high security cylinders , offers unparalleled protection for homes and businesses .
Steve Ross , Avocet ABS Commercial Director , said : “ We value highly our partnership with SBD and renewing our membership reinforces our ongoing commitment to providing the highest quality security products for our customers . Being part of SBD for over two decades has been instrumental in our success , and we look forward to continuing to develop and innovate in the security hardware market .”
By partnering with SBD , Avocet demonstrates its unwavering commitment to delivering products that meet the highest standards of security and performance . Avocet products are designed and tested in the UK , ensuring they are robust , reliable , and capable of deterring criminals .
Alfie Hosker , Secured by Design , commented : “ Avocet has several Police Preferred Specification accredited cylinders and I know they are looking to extend their product range going forward .”
www . abs-secure . co . uk
“ Communal entrance doorset security elements exist to offer a safer environment ”
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» LANARKSHIRE SECURITY door manufacturers Doortec has renewed its membership with the police Secured by Design initiative .
Established in 1996 , Doortec are a family-run business with over 25 years of industry expertise in both the public and private sectors . Their expert staff offer unparalleled solutions and technical support from concept to handover ,
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designing , manufacturing , installing and maintaining bespoke security doors .
Martin Forrest , Doortec , said : “ We are very pleased to have renewed our Secured by Design accreditation and look forward to sharing our expertise with our existing and new customers .” Doortec ’ s security doors provide a range of safety and security features , including finger protection from closing
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doors , a proprietary double pivot system , strong glazing bead profiles with security fixings , stainless steel D handles and heavy-duty door stops fitted as standard .
Kenny McHugh , Secured by Design , commented : “ I am delighted that Doortec have renewed their membership with Secured by Design as their communal entrance doorset , which has achieved
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Police Preferred Specification , features a number of security elements which exist to offer a safer environment for users . I am looking forward to our continued working relationship over the coming years .”
www . securedbydesign . com
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