HARDWARE & SECURITY
‘ Stop the spread ’ starts now
» UAP LTD LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE campaign for groundbreaking Armasmart ® anti-viral hardware
Leading door and window hardware manufacturer UAP Ltd Is excited to launch its Armasmart ® anti-viral hardware through its newly-established division Armadillo ® Metal Coatings Ltd .
The revolutionary Armasmart ® hardware coating is the first on the market to eliminate 99.98 % of viruses , including COVID-19 . This is achieved through a patent-pending coating technology that prevents harmful bacteria from accumulating on stainless steel surfaces .
Armadillo ® Metal Coatings Ltd will work with – and across – various environments , and health and safety in settings ranging from healthcare facilities to private homes .
In conjunction with these two launches , the ‘ Stop the spread ’ campaign addresses a critical need for improved infection control . According to a WHO report , seven out of every 100 patients in acutecare hospitals , in high-income countries , acquire at least one healthcare-associated infection , with a significant percentage resulting in fatalities .
The Armasmart ® product line includes pull handles , push plates , door closers , kick plates , signage , bathroom turns , escutcheons , hinges and lever handles , plus bespoke products that can provide flexible solutions for door manufacturers and their clients .
One of the standout features of Armasmart ® hardware is its self-sanitising properties ; reducing the need for frequent cleaning and the use of harsh chemicals , streamlining maintenance efforts and promoting a healthier environment .
The specialised coating on Armasmart ® products offers exceptional resistance to corrosion and tarnishing . This ensures a longer lifespan for the hardware , maintaining its aesthetic appeal and functionality over time ; providing a costeffective solution for maintaining hygiene . This is particularly beneficial in settings
where door hardware is subject to frequent use and exposure to harsh cleaning agents .
UAP Ltd ’ s investment in Armasmart ® signifies a strategic move to lead the market with products that not only meet but exceed the evolving demands for health and safety . The launch of the Armasmart ® range is a testament to UAP ’ s dedication to providing innovative solutions that enhance everyday living and working environments .
For further information on Armasmart ® products , visit www . uapcorporate . com or contact Elliott Dawson , Sales Representatives at UAP Ltd , Elliott . dawson @ uaplimited . com
YALE STABLE DOOR LOCK PROVIDES SEAMLESS SECURITY FOR SWC TRADE FRAMES
» YALE ’ S STABLE DOOR LOCK IS providing the new range of stable doors from long-term partner SWC Trade Frames with outstanding security and ease of use .
A leading manufacturer of premium PVCu and aluminium windows and doors , SWC Trade Frames ’ relationship with Yale goes back over two decades and it has long been an advocate of Yale ’ s products .
The company ’ s Stable Collection combines the traditional charm of stable doors with modern materials to create a unique option for homeowners seeking a reliable and stylish entryway solution .
Fitted as standard , the Yale Stable Door Lock provides the doors with a latch facility for ease of use and incorporates two independent 45mm backset securing locks that secure the top and bottom leafs .
The lock is a combination of Yale ’ s Lockmaster 21 multi-point door lock and its Lockmaster Keyturn key-operated multi-point lock and is tested to 240 hours of corrosion resistance ( Grade 4 ).
In addition , the doors include Yale 3-star keyed alike cylinders with six keys as standard and a market-first locking strip with shootbolt technology that ensures there is no unsightly deadbolt on show .
George Baker , Head of Sales & Marketing at SWC Trade Frames , comments : “ Yale have been key partners of ours for more than 20 years and we always look to work with them on new product innovations because their products and service are second-tonone .
“ The lock , cylinders and locking strip on our new Stable Collection are yet another
example of our fruitful collaboration with Yale over the years . We look forward to working with them on many more projects in the future .”
David Brackpool , Account Manager at Yale , adds : “ SWC Trade Frames is a forward-thinking company that ’ s continuously developing new ideas and products , so it ’ s great to work with them on a fantastic range like the Stable Collection . Here ’ s to the next 20 years of working with them !”
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