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HARDWARE & SECURITY

ANTI-VIRAL TECHNOLOGY FOR DOOR HARDWARE

» UAP , THE SPECIALIST IN locks and hardware for doors and windows , has invested in a new metal coatings business , including a unique anti-viral door hardware range .
A university spin-out , Armadillo was established to improve people ’ s health and safety across environments ranging from healthcare facilities to homes . The company has developed Armasmart ®, a door hardware range which is the first on the market to eliminate 99.98 per cent of viruses , including Covid-19 .
Featuring a patent-pending coating , Armasmart ® products will enable fabricators to offer specialist solutions for buildings where door hardware is frequently touched . The cutting-edge technology stops harmful bacteria from collecting
on stainless steel surfaces , making it ideal for hospitals , care homes , hotels , offices and multioccupied residential schemes .
The Armasmart ® range comprises pull handles , push plates , door closers , kick plates , signage , bathroom turns , escutcheon hinges , and lever handles . Armadillo also has the expertise to create
bespoke products to meet specific design preferences for door manufacturers and their clients .
David Jennings , CEO of UAP , said : “ To meet our customers ’ changing needs , we seek to continuously evolve our product range while prioritising innovation . Our investment in Armadillo
is key to this strategy . By working in partnership with its highly skilled team , we can accelerate the development of truly unique products across a range of sectors .
“ Armasmart ® is the first range to be launched by Armadillo . This specialist door hardware offers fabricators , simple , cost-effective products that will create a safe and hygienic environment while optimising durability .”
The Armasmart ® coating also has self-sanitising properties and prevents lower grades of stainless steel from tarnishing or corroding . With no need for frequent cleaning or harsh chemicals , a further benefit of the technology is minimal maintenance .
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5-PIN & 10-PIN CYLINDERS
OUR V5 & V10 RANGE OF CYLINDERS ARE AVAILABLE IN A WIDE RANGE OF SIZES , STYLES AND FUNCTIONS , AND ARE SUITABLE FOR BOTH DOMESTIC AND COMMERCIAL USE .
KTD = Each lock is opened by its own UNIQUE KEY , which does not open any other lock .
KA = All cylinders in the set are opened by the same key , this option provides SAME KEY convenience and eliminates the need for multiple keys where numerous cylinders are used .
UMK = A basic master key system is where all cylinder locks are opened by a single key MASTER KEY but each of the cylinders locks are opened by their own key often referred to as the slave , change or differ key . Master key systems can be built bespoke as per requirements from floor plans or site or building walk round surveys .
V5 5-PIN ARCHITECTURAL CYLINDERS
• Ability to key to customers specific requirements with keying options KTD , KA and UMK .
• Euro profile , oval profile & rim cylinders also classroom cylinders available .
• Entry level security .
AVAILABLE IN : EURO SINGLE , EURO DOUBLE , EURO DOUBLE OFF-SET , EURO CYLINDER & TURN , EURO CYLINDER & TURN OFFSET , RIM CYLINDERS , UK OVAL AND SCANDINAVIAN OVAL .
V10 10-PIN RESTRICTED CYLINDERS
• Restricted keyway for applications that require higher key security .
• Ability to key to customers specific requirements with keying options KTD , KA and UMK .
• Euro profile , oval profile & rim cylinders also classroom cylinders available with added construction key facility available within this range .
Adjustable CAM
V10EP46SPBE
V5EP80CTPCE
V5EP80CTPBE
V10EP46SPC
V10EP46SPB
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MAY 2024
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