The Locksmith Journal 99 August 2024 | Page 24

HARDWARE & SECURITY

“ A TESTAMENT TO OUR UNWAVERING COMMITMENT TO PROVIDING THE HIGHEST STANDARDS OF SECURITY ”

» SPECIALISTS IN THE design , manufacture and distribution of hardware and electronics solutions for an ever-changing market , Avantis Hardware have renewed their membership with Secured by Design ( SBD ).
Avantis has the highest expertise in product design , development , testing and manufacturing and the ability to provide a fully integrated supply chain solution inhouse , ensuring a smooth and complete process from start to finish . With a vision to be more than just a manufacturing partner , Avantis aim to support in the development and manufacture of your products ,
so that you can release the potential in your business .
Avantis Hardware ’ s sister company Kubu Smart has achieved the SBD Secure Connected Device accreditation for their Smart Security technology . With the Kubu Smart Security range , Avantis has combined its knowledge of locking systems , electronics and windows and doors to look at smart hardware from a totally different angle .
Every ‘ Works with Kubu ’ Door and Window Lock is fitted with special components that give homeowners the option to purchase a Kubu Sensor and Home Hub to
make their doors and windows smart . Homeowners will be able to check the security status of their doors and windows , receive real-time notifications , set schedules , share statuses with friends and family , and get notified as they leave their home without locking up - all through an app on their phone .
Mark Bromley , CEO of Avantis Hardware , said : “ Renewing our membership with Secured by Design is a testament to our unwavering commitment to providing the highest standards of security for our customers . At Avantis Hardware , and through our innovative Kubu Smart
technology , we continue to push the boundaries of smart home security . Achieving the SBD Secure Connected Device accreditation for our Kubu Smart Security range underscores our dedication to excellence and innovation in this field . We are excited to continue our partnership with Secured by Design , ensuring that our products not only meet but exceed industry standards , providing peace of mind and smart security solutions to homeowners across the UK ”.
www . securedbydesign . com

Hardware Aftercare Products Launched

» VBH , THE HARDWARE specialist behind the greenteQ brand , has introduced two new products to expand its aftercare range .
Supplied in a sturdy recyclable box , the kit includes a non-abrasive cleaner and cloth that provide streak-free cleaning of PVCu , aluminium and painted timber frames . The cleaner is PH-neutral , so can also be used to clean window and door furniture without damaging the decorative finish .
There is a bottle of fitting oil to lubricate the moving parts of the hardware , although VBH are at pains to point out that this should not be used to lubricate profile cylinders . Also included is a seal care solution to keep the gaskets soft and flexible to provide perfect weather sealing and closing action long into the future and , finally , the kit contains user instructions .
VBH has also recently introduced its greenteQ Dry Lube , which has been specially formulated for the internal workings of all profile cylinders and other locks , including padlocks .
VBH advise that the ‘ Lube ’ penetrates deep into the cylinder ’ s barrel to clean , lubricate , and protect , by breaking down deposits deep inside the lock to ensure ‘ perfect operation ’.
Dry Lube displaces moisture and can free up rusted and frozen locks . Once applied , it forms a barrier that protects against the formation of dirt , dust and rust deposits that can cause stiff operation and , on occasion , jammed cylinders . Dan Powell , Head of Brand at VBH says , “ Some consumers still labour under the misapprehension that windows and doors are maintenance-free , while others try to do the right thing but with the wrong cleaner or lubricant . Getting that wrong will always do more damage than good .
“ We at VBH want to ensure the end user understands why they should maintain their frames , furniture and locks , and why it is important to use the correct products . We now inform those homeowners who have registered for any of our direct guarantees about the ‘ hows and whys ’ of maintenance , and which products to use .”
www . vbhgb . com
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