The Locksmith Journal 115 December 2025 | Page 54

SECTOR INSIGHT

DOUBLE WIN FOR INNOVATION IN DOOR AND WINDOW TECHNOLOGY

» WINKHAUS UK IS celebrating a double success at the 2025 National Fenestration Awards, winning Door Component of the Year for the autoLock AV4 and Window Component of the Year for aluPilot.
The prestigious, industry-voted awards recognises Winkhaus as having the best door component and window component on the market, making this double victory especially meaningful.
Both categories were decided entirely by votes from professionals across the industry, reflecting the confidence and trust placed in Winkhaus products by fabricators, installers, and partners nationwide.
Justin Harris, Managing Director at Winkhaus UK, commented:
“ Winning Door Component of the Year for autoLock AV4 for the second year running, alongside Window Component of the Year for aluPilot, is a fantastic result and a real reflection of the quality, innovation, and teamwork across Winkhaus UK and the wider group.”
Award-Winning Innovation in Door and Window Technology
The autoLock AV4 takes the award for Door Component of the year for the second year running, and has quickly become a market favourite for its combination of reliability, convenience, performance,
and security. Designed to make installer and fabricators lives easier the AV4 delivers significantly reduces the number of call outs for misaligned and sticky locks. It stands up to the stresses of thermal expansion, whilst meeting PAS24 requirements, the AV4 offers reliable operation, with effortless use regardless of age or ability.
Meanwhile, Window Component of the Year went to our aluPilot window locking system impressed voters for its smart engineering and fabrication efficiency. Designed specifically for aluminium window systems, aluPilot reduces fabrication time by at least 10 minutes per sash compared to conventional
systems, while meeting the demands of enhanced security and safety measures, with simple additions such as the OBALKS child safety restrictor designed to improve ventilation without compromising safety.
Commitment to Quality and Innovation
These awards underscore Winkhaus’ s ongoing commitment to innovation, quality, and partnership within the fenestration sector.
From pioneering locking systems to integrated smart solutions, Winkhaus continues to deliver products that enhance security, efficiency, and end-user experience.
www. winkhaus. co. uk

Raising Safety Standards in Automatic Doors

When it comes to building safety, automatic doors may be one of the last elements to be installed— but they’ re among the most important. Poorly fitted or maintained doors create real risks for the public.
» THAT’ S WHY THE Automatic Door Installation Association( ADIA) is setting the benchmark for safety and compliance across the UK.
Our members access City & Guilds – accredited training, including the BS EN16005 course— ensuring compliance with the Machinery Directive, a legal requirement for powered doorsets.
All qualified engineers are listed on the DoorSafe Register, giving contractors, facilities managers, and building owners confidence that they are working with trusted, accredited professionals.
With training in a variety of courses including fire door safety, industrial doors, access control and more, compliance tools, and industry expertise, ADIA helps members deliver safer, more reliable, and more professional automatic door services.
Find out more at www. theadia. co. uk or visit www. doorsafe. co. uk to find a qualified engineer
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