HARDWARE & SECURITY
YALE EXPANDS LIFETIME TOTAL TRUST GUARANTEE WITH £ 5,000 HOMEOWNER PROTECTION
» THE ENHANCED GUARANTEE applies to all complete PAS24-accredited windows and doors, including patio sliding doors, bi-fold doors, and tilt-andturn hardware. In the event of a break-in, end users can benefit from up to £ 5,000 in support and compensation, including:
• £ 2,000 towards repairs / replacements
• £ 1,500 towards home insurance excess
• £ 1,000 compensation
• £ 500 towards call-out fees
• 10 % discount at yalehome. co. uk
“ The new Yale Lifetime Total Trust Guarantee demonstrates just how confident we are in the security of our products,” comments Paul Gravell, Sales Director at Yale.“ With significantly increased compensation levels, it provides our customers with an even stronger product, and end-users with greater peace of mind than ever before.”
Having evolved from a leader in mechanical lock engineering to innovating connected smart locks and homes, Yale today offers a complete range of security solutions. All of these are designed, developed, and rigorously tested to meet the most stringent industry requirements.
The company’ s wide portfolio of Secured by Design-approved hardware includes high-security multipoint door locks, cylinders that meet the latest TS007-1:2024 standards, and TS008:2022 letterplates. As part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, Yale also provides an unbeatable range of complementary security products, including from Mila, providing fabricators and installers with a fully integrated solution.
Paul continues:“ For over 180 years, Yale has been trusted by millions of people to protect their homes, families and belongings. We were there for your grandparents, and probably theirs – and we’ ll be there for your children,
today and every day to come.
“ With the Yale Lifetime Total Trust Guarantee, our customers benefit from an association with a leading, historical brand trusted by millions of people every day to keep what’ s important to them safe. This makes Yale the ultimate choice for fabricators and installers looking for the competitive edge that will enhance their sales.”
To qualify for the Yale Lifetime Total Trust Guarantee, doors and windows must be PAS24- compliant and fitted with a full suite of Yale security hardware. For more information, please visit www. yaledws. co. uk / uk / en / support / lifetime-security-guarantee.
GLUTZ UK JOINS SECURED BY DESIGN WITH A RANGE OF HIGH-QUALITY ACCREDITED LOCKING SOLUTIONS
» SECURED BY DESIGN( SBD) IS pleased to announce that Glutz UK has joined the national police crime prevention initiative, bringing with them over 160 years of expertise in high-quality door hardware and locking solutions.
With more than 160 years of Swiss manufacturing heritage, Glutz has earned an international reputation for producing robust, innovative and precision-engineered components for secure building access. Since 1863, the family-run company has been dedicated to making everyday life easier and safer through superior craftsmanship, reliable engineering and a commitment to longterm product performance.
Glutz’ s Secured by Design accredited products include a selection of highperformance locks and protective door fittings:
• Glutz E Protection Fitting
• Glutz 18951 MINT SB Multipoint Lock
• Glutz 18931 Multipoint Lock
• Glutz Slave Leaf System
• Glutz 18945 Mint SV PE Multipoint Lock
These high-performance mechanical solutions reflect Glutz’ s uncompromising approach to combining security, durability and refined design. Their fittings and locking systems are manufactured using high-grade stainless steel and precision-engineered components, ensuring strength, resistance to wear and performance in demanding environments. This dedication to form, function and longevity enables architects, fabricators and building owners to specify hardware that enhances both security and aesthetics.
Paul Grech, Glutz UK, said:“ Becoming part of Secured by Design is an important milestone for Glutz. Our heritage of Swiss precision engineering and dedication to long-lasting product performance align perfectly with SBD’ s mission to reduce crime through high-quality, rigorously tested security solutions. We are delighted to have our accredited locking systems recognised within the Police Preferred Specification, helping to promote safer homes and buildings across the UK.”
Lyn Poole, Secured by Design, commented:“ It’ s such a pleasure to welcome Paul Grech and his team from Glutz UK as SBD members. They are a well-established company with highquality, security tested products who go that extra mile to achieve even better performance from their products. I look forward to working with them.”
securedbydesign. com
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JANUARY 2026
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