SECTOR INSIGHT
ARCHIBALD KENRICK AND SONS CELEBRATES 25 YEARS WITH SECURED BY DESIGN
» ESTABLISHED IN 1791, KENRICKS has evolved from its origins as an ironfounder to become a leading supplier of high quality window and door hardware. The company is known for developing robust and reliable security solutions, with a long history of innovation that continues to shape the modern hardware market.
Throughout its development, Kenricks has maintained a focus on advancing security technology. Early innovations included the production of cylinder door locks in the early 1900s and a strong contribution to wartime manufacturing during both World Wars. The business later transitioned to zinc alloy die-casting in the 1960s, paving the way for new product development in aluminium hardware and castors.
The 1990s saw the launch of several groundbreaking security products, including the Sabre Lock, Sentri Lock and the patented Excalibur shootbolt system, which strengthened the company’ s position within the fenestration industry. Continued investment in research and development has led to further modern solutions, from the introduction of split spindle door locks in 2014 to the recent launch of an internet of things-based product, designed to meet the demands of contemporary security requirements. Kenricks offers a wide portfolio of SBD accredited products, including the Easi-Fit Lock, Interceptor, Excalibur Door
Lock and K3Star Cylinder, as well as an extensive range of window hardware such as the Excalibur Shootbolt, Centurion Shootbolt System, Nemesis bi-directional espagnolette, friction stays, hinge protectors and the Maximus twin cam lock.
Over the last 25 years as an SBD member, Kenricks has demonstrated a consistent commitment to rigorous testing, product reliability and the delivery of secure hardware solutions for the UK market.
Andy Meakin, National Sales and Marketing Manager at Kenricks, said:“ The team is immensely proud of this recognition. It reinforces the role our products play in supporting crime prevention across the UK. We would like to thank Secured by Design for this recognition and we look forward to continuing our partnership as we strive to set the benchmark for hardware security in the years ahead.”
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Innovative split spindle shortlisted for Product Design & Innovation Award
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» A SPLIT SPINDLE designed to address challenges faced when installing escape locks has been shortlisted for the mechanical product design and innovation award at this year’ s Guild of Architectural Ironmongers( GAI) AI Specification Awards.
The AR227 split spindle from ARRONE, a HOPPE( UK) brand, was developed for use with the AR915 mortice apartment
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lock and uses an innovative clip-fix mechanism alongside the split spindle to remove the risk of overtightening during assembly.
Product engineer Dan Savage, who developed the clip-fix mechanism, said:
“ With a traditional type of spilt spindle, the two halves need to be screwed together manually but with that comes the potential of overtightening.
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The new split spindle solves this issue with a user-friendly clip-fix design that requires no adjustment and eliminates that risk entirely. The design therefore improves the longevity and effectiveness of the lock assembly, as well as speeding up fitting time.
“ Being shortlisted is a testament to our ongoing commitment to innovation and problem-solving in the built environment. We’ re delighted to see the AR227 spindle recognised for the practical value it brings to both specifiers and installers.”
The GAI’ s biennial AI Specification Awards are organised in conjunction with the Royal Institute of British Architects( RIBA)
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and celebrate excellence in architectural ironmongery specification.
The winners will be announced at the AI Specification Awards ceremony which will take place on 15 May 2026 at the IET London: Savoy Place.
For more information on the AR227 split spindle, visit bit. ly / ARRONESplitSpindle
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