HARDWARE & SECURITY
UAP Celebrates 25 Years with Secured by Design
Greater Manchesterbased UAP Ltd , a leading manufacturer of door and window hardware , is proud to celebrate 25 years as a member of Secured by Design ( SBD ), the official police security initiative .
» AS ONE OF SBD ’ S INAUGURAL members since 1999 , UAP has consistently championed innovation and quality , helping to shape safer communities across the UK . Its products , built to rigorous Police Preferred Specification standards , have made secure living and working environments a reality for millions .
Founded in 1996 , UAP began as a door hardware import company and has since transformed into an industry leader with a diverse portfolio of over 6,000 products . These include high-security 3-star cylinders , window restrictors , and letterplates , serving sectors from construction and social housing to maintenance and DIY .
UAP ’ s commitment to quality has been unwavering , with over 30 SBD Police Preferred Specification accreditations earned across door hardware , locks , and mail delivery categories . Its dedication was recognised this year by the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers , awarding UAP the Community Award for Company Innovation .
Hazel Goss MBE , Development Officer at Secured by Design , said : “ I was very proud to award UAP their 25-year member ’ s award . They are an amazing company with whom I have worked for many years now ; they have a fantastic range of products and the team are very friendly , always making me feel welcome when I visit . It is such a joy to work with them . Congratulations on your award !”
Steve Cox , Managing Director at UAP said : “ From the very beginning , we ’ ve been dedicated to developing products that are designed around customer needs , setting new benchmarks for quality and security . This milestone reflects the hard work , vision , and commitment of our entire team , and we ’ re excited to continue partnering with SBD to tackle the challenges of modern security and make a meaningful impact on people ’ s lives .”
As one of SBD ’ s longest-standing members , UAP has contributed to over one million homes being built to SBD standards , significantly reducing crime and fostering safer communities . Looking ahead , UAP remains focused on developing innovative solutions that push the boundaries of security and innovation .
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