HARDWARE & SECURITY
SECURISTYLE UNVEILS PREMIUM STERLING ADVANCE WINDOW HINGE
» AS BUILDING ENVELOPE DESIGN continues to advance, higher performance standards are placing greater demands on glazed façades. One notable shift is the requirement for enhanced thermal performance, which has led to glazing in opening lights being positioned further outboard rather than in the traditional inline location.
The Sterling Advance Window Hinge has been specifically developed to accommodate these offset glass positions. Engineered to deliver improved balance and optimised operating forces, it ensures smooth, reliable operation even in complex facade designs.
The system has been precisionengineered using advanced kinematic CAD simulation. This means that each hinge is custom-developed to meet the specific requirements of that project, ensuring superior operation, long-term performance, and design flexibility.
Constructed from Austenitic 304 stainless steel, the hinge provides outstanding corrosion resistance and mechanical durability in even the harshest environments.
Richard Gurmin, Director and Head of Export – Fenestration at Securistyle, comments:“ Our new Sterling Advance Window Hinge is exceptionally strong, safe, and smooth to use – making it ideal for fabricators and architects working on buildings that require a premium user experience with no compromise on durability.”
Further key features of the Sterling
Advance Window Hinge include:
• Suitable for top-hung vents up to 180kg and 2.5m in height
• Adjustable maximum opening stop and optional cam adjustment device for precise on-site alignment
• Available in standard and offset variants to suit 16 – 18mm hardware cavities
• Asymmetric stainless steel end cap with plastic endpoint to eliminate metal-to-metal contact and enhance durability
• Composite stainless steel and plastic slider for improved strength and wear resistance
• Coated pivot rivets for superior long-term performance and reduced wear
• Backed by a 12-year guarantee and full technical and sales support
www. securistyle. com
DOOR SECURITY OFFERING FORTIFIED WITH 3 STAR CYLINDER
» LEADING INDEPENDENT hardware supplier Carl F Groupco has further enhanced its door security portfolio with the addition of the Yale Fortify TS007 3 Star Euro Profile Cylinder, delivering maximum protection against modern attack methods.
Commenting on the new product addition, John King, Technical Director at Carl F Groupco, said:“ Security performance and compliance are critical considerations for today’ s fabricators and installers. The Yale Fortify 3 Star Cylinder delivers outstanding protection has been independently tested by BSI and awarded the British Kitemarked TS007-1:2024 3 Star accreditation, providing the highest level of cylinder security available for residential door applications.”
Designed to defend against both traditional and emerging break-in techniques, the cylinder incorporates a dedicated central bridge for enhanced internal strength, along with advanced protection against snapping, bumping, picking, drilling and plug extraction. In the event of a snapping attack, the external section of the cylinder is designed to break away safely while maintaining the integrity of the internal locking mechanism.
The cylinder’ s security performance is supported by a combination of hardened steel anti-drill protection, specialised side pins for anti-bump resistance and a unique arrangement of tumbler and side pins to deter picking.
Designed for versatility across multiple door systems, the Yale Fortify TS007 3 Star Cylinder is suitable for PVC-U, timber, composite and aluminium doors. It is available in double key-key, thumb-turn and paired alike options, making it ideal for single and French door applications.
Tested to EN1303 durability standards, the cylinder is designed for reliable longterm performance, even under heavy daily
use. It is Secured by Design approved and supported by a 10-year mechanical guarantee, with the added reassurance of inclusion within Yale’ s Lifetime Security Guarantee.
John added:“ By adding the Yale Fortify 3 Star Cylinder to our range, we are giving customers access to a proven, highperformance security solution that meets the very latest industry standards and delivers genuine peace of mind for end users.”
www. carlfgroupco. co. uk
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