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Q. WHAT IF THE CLOSER IS TOO STRONG FOR THE ELDERLY AND DISABLED TO USE?
A. Some closers have facilities for adjusting the closer’ s strength up or down( see the fixing instructions). This might be via the arm assembly, the body’ s fixing position, or by adjusting the pre-compression of the internal spring. This is very useful for fine-tuning to site circumstances, so that the closer is no stronger to operate than it needs to be. When adjusting a closer to reduce its opening resistance, remember that the closing power will also be reduced. For fire doors, it is imperative that the closer still closes the door fully into its frame every time. A higher efficiency design can help( possibly a cam-action closer) and you may have to consider a hold-open device or a swing-free closer, which will only operate in the case of fire. An automatic door operator may need to be considered if none of the above proves suitable.
Q. WHAT DO I NEED FOR AN EXTERNAL, OUTWARD OPENING DOOR?
A. These are the main points to cover:
• Fit the closer to the inside face of the door; rusting closers on smart entrance doors look unprofessional! Special anti-corrosion closers are available for external fitting, but they may be exposed to abuse.
• Check the maximum opening angle of the door, and make sure the closer can cope with it( Some closers have limited opening angles).
• Use a closer with backcheck, especially if the door is in an exposed location. Without this, a door caught by the wind will fly open at uncontrolled speed.
Q. IS THERE AN OPTIMUM CLOSER TO STOCK?
A. Many locksmith companies opt for a versatile, multi-functional closer. With power adjustment, backcheck and delayed action built in, such closers can be set up to cope with a wide range of situations. They reduce stocking requirements, and save trips back to base.
SECTOR’ S FIRST ANIMATED TV AD LAUNCHED
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IRONMONGERYDIRECT, THE UK’ S largest online and mail order supplier of ironmongery products, has partnered with Stone Productions to create its first ever animated TV advert.
The campaign, designed to highlight IronmongeryDirect’ s commitment to supporting the trade, features an animated character aptly called Ron Mongery, inspired by real customers. The character will subsequently be rolled out to feature across all marketing collateral and channels.
The firm launched the advert towards the end of last year with Sky Adsmart as its tailored approach targets specific audiences, allowing IronmongeryDirect to reach tradesmen all over the UK.
Wayne Lysaght-Mason, managing director at IronmongeryDirect, said:
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BRIGHT IDEA MAKES KEYS GLOW IN THE DARK
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TWO GLOW-IN-THE-DARK, NIGHT Bright colours have been added to Brisant Secure’ s Keycap and Keyring range for Ultion keys.
Homeowners can personalise their Ultion key with Keycap, choosing from one of 10 bright colours so they can easily identify the keys by door or person. With Keyring, homeowners can also track their keys using their smartphone, making them ring when they can’ t find them.
Brisant Secure CEO, Nick Dutton, says:“ The two Night Bright colours make Keycap and Keyring even more visible. They glow in the dark, so homeowners won’ t be fumbling for their keys anymore. And even though they have this extra benefit, the Night Bright colours are the same price as the other eight colours.
Keyring is fitted with TrackR technology, which links via Bluetooth to a smartphone app. The app shows the user where their key was the last time it was in range of the phone. Also, they can use the key to make their smartphone ring if it’ s lost and on silent.
“ Keys are the one thing we take everywhere,” adds Nick,“ so having an app that means we’ ll never lose them again is priceless.”
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“ We wanted to create a unique ad that portrays a strong brand image and grabs the attention of tradespeople. The use of animation is an eyecatching way to market some of our great offerings, such as next day delivery and our excellent Trustpilot customer review rating of 9.6 / 10.
“ Also, by using Sky Adsmart we are able to specifically reach our target market in order to raise greater awareness around the quality and expertise that underpins everything we do.”
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