SECTOR INSIGHT
JMA NOMAD KEY CUTTING MACHINES
The NOMAD range of key cutting machines are lightweight and compact , designed for key duplication professionals who need flexibility and portability in their service .
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» WEIGHING ONLY 6.5 KG and measuring 26 cm in length , NOMAD is ideal for working in small spaces .
Four Sided Clamps
It features strong , ergonomic four-sided clamps made from steel for durability and cutting precision , along with a carriage system that facilitates smooth operations and reduces the force required for operation .
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The micrometric tracer adjustment calibration system enables precise adjustment of the tracer , ensuring duplication precision .
Perfect Finish with Safety Built In
Additionally , NOMAD includes an abrasive nylon brush for a perfect finish on key copies , while a safety mechanism automatically turns off the machine in the event of a power loss , ensuring safe operation .
NOMAD is available in two versions : NOMAD with a 220 V power supply and NOMAD 110 with a 110 V power supply .
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Nomad Bit
Nomad Bit
The NOMAD BIT machine offers all the characteristics of the NOMAD machine and provides the perfect opportunity to copy mortice keys . It shares the same lightweight and compact design , making it ideal for working in small spaces .
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Nomad Go
Nomad Go
Nomad Go is a version of the NOMAD machine that offers complete freedom thanks to a built-in battery , enhancing the ease with which the machine can be moved around . It shares the same lightweight and compact design , making it perfect for working on-site or out of a van .
www . jma-uk . co . uk
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GQA Helps Raise Fire Safety Standards
» FEBRUARY SAW FDM , WHICH IS owned by UAP Ltd , officially open a Training Academy at Bury , Greater Manchester . Purpose-built , the 3,000ft ² Training Academy is said to be the UK ’ s first practical training centre for the fire door industry .
Accredited by GQA Qualifications , the Academy will offer a variety of courses aimed at fire door inspectors , installers , maintenance engineers , Building Control professionals , Local Authority representatives and duty holders in higher risk buildings . The first to launch will be a fire door inspector course , followed by one centred on fire door maintenance , and another focusing on fire door installation . After completion , participants will receive a GQA skills card .
Dan Brown , GQA ’ s Strategic Relationships Manager says : “ Neglecting the responsibility to maintain fire doors appropriately is neglecting the value of life itself . The timing of the FDM Academy ’ s launch is exceptionally relevant ,
coinciding with a period of introspection in the industry fuelled by the Building Safety Act .”
As well as ensuring compliance with the latest fire safety regulations , the accredited training will respond to the Hackitt report ’ s recommendations following the Grenfell Tower fire . The inquiry into the tragedy revealed fire doors did not perform as expected . Out of the 120 doors in the building , 106 had been replaced and comprised different hardware from the tested door . This signifies recognition that addressing life safety is a responsibility that demands rigour , quality and demonstrated competency . Topics covered by the courses at the
Academy will include areas such as :
1 . Key legislation and regulations relating to fire doors and fire door inspections
2 . Different types of fire doors and their uses
3 . The main components of a fire door set and their functions
4 . How fire doors and components are tested and test evidence reports 5 . Why fire doors need inspecting and what to inspect 6 . When is a fire door compliant and non-compliant with regulations
7 . How to use technology to write a fire door inspection report
8 . What does a fire door inspection report contain and writing effective reports
9 . Dealing with potential conflict during an inspection
www . gqaqualifications . com
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MARCH 2024
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