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» A NEW SERIES OF STEPby-step videos for installing door hardware are now available to help installers ensure optimum door performance the first time around .
The new videos from ARRONE , a HOPPE brand , give information and guidance on the installation and maintenance of the AR1500 door closer , AR880 single panic bolt and AR915 mortice escape lock .
Each product has a series of three videos – product overview , installation and maintenance – that have been produced to provide a quick and easy way for installers
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to access the technical information they need .
The product overview videos highlight the specifications , features and certifications to help make sure the correct product is being selected for its intended use . The installation videos show everything from what is in the product box and measuring up through to how to use the template provided to guarantee a perfect fix . Advice is also given on the checks to do after initial installation . To complete the series , a maintenance video is also available to help know what to do when it comes to future inspections and to make sure all is working correctly .
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Rob Adams , Technical Manager for ARRONE , said : “ Even the smallest of errors during the installation and poor maintenance can lead to inadequate product performance of door hardware . These videos are to help eliminate those errors . They provide a simple step-bystep process for what needs to be done as well as having overlaying text displayed on the screen , making the videos more useable by more people .”
ARRONE products are designed and manufactured to complement the HOPPE range of door and window hardware .
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Within this extensive range are door closing devices , panic and emergency exit devices , hinges , rim and mortice locks , door and pull handles , access control , signage and accessories . Many of the products in the range are extensively tested and certified to the very latest British and European standards where applicable and certified in line with national regulations .
To see all of the videos , visit the HOPPE YouTube channel : www . youtube . com /@ hoppegroup / playlists
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» DHF ( DOOR & HARDWARE Federation ) has announced that it will mark another Gate Safety Month by offering a series of gate safety related content for the rest of the year .
The announcement comes in the ninth year of the ‘ gate safety ’ campaign launched by the trade association in 2014 , to promote the continued safe installation , repair , and maintenance of automated gates . Initially called ‘ gate safety week ’, the campaign was re-named ‘ gate safety month ’ thereafter and has become a year-round campaign aimed
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at creating awareness and educating both the public and industry professionals on the dangers of poor installation and maintenance , as well as how to spot an unsafe gate .
“ With automated gates becoming a more popular choice for consumers , it has never been more imperative to be in possession of the facts when it comes to gate safety ,” explains DHF ’ s Commercial Director , Patricia Sowsbery- Stevens . “ Gate Safety Month has grown considerably over the years and we continue to work with organisations such as HSE and The British Safety
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Council to raise awareness and campaign for higher standards across the industry . We continue to stress the importance of specialist knowledge , training , correct installation and maintenance for powered gates .”
DHF ’ s enduring message continues to be : Safe Gates Save Lives ! And throughout this month , the federation will be using its social media channels to encourage involvement , to spread the gate safety message far and
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wide . There will also be free CPD-accredited webinars for DHF members throughout October , November and December ; these will help to educate the industry on key topics and provide additional technical support for members . The upcoming webinars are as follows : Non-Contact Presence Detection on the 16th November , and Force Limitation on the 14th December . To register interest for DHF ’ s webinars , please contact marketing @ dhfonline . org . uk |