» TAMWORTH-BASED trade association , DHF ( Door & Hardware Federation ), has published a new best practice guide named Biosafe Hardware ; targeting and informing architects , facilities managers and building managers / owners on how they might effectively balance health , safety and security , especially during the current COVID-19 pandemic . |
The document is broken into four sections : powered pedestrian doors , doors which can be held open , doors which have to be touched , and solutions suitable for lever handles , knobs and similar , and provides the reader with a succinct guide including a summary of sections from the relevant European product standards . A helpful ‘ door flow chart ’ is also included offering multiple options on selecting the best solution to improve door hygiene .
DHF ’ s Head of Commercial Operations , Patricia Sowsbery- Stevens comments : “ Building managers and owners need to balance the requirements of security and safety , whilst at the same time , minimising
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the transference of infectious diseases through ‘ touch ’, such as Coronavirus , SARS and MERS .
“ Very often , there will be a number of potential options for achieving door safety and these need to be balanced against budget , practicality , door type and frequency of use . The flow chart of questions , for example , is an excellent tool for enabling the reader to locate the sections of the document relevant to them .
“ The doors in our buildings are the one thing we all touch on a daily basis and serve as a physical barrier to keep us safe and help control temperature . However , now more than ever , touching a door can pose a
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greater risk to health . The new best practice guide is a further example of our continuing commitment to the health and safety of those who have a responsibility towards the well-being of others . The document will hopefully provide clarity and enable the reader to seek further specialist advice with regards to their requirements .”
DHF prides itself on keeping its members - and the industry - informed of changes in the sector , and despite the turbulence of 2020 , has been as proactive as ever in its provision of vital advice , support and guidance to the wider community .
www . dhfonline . org . uk
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» SECURITY SPECIALIST Mul-T-Lock has launched the new MTLTM500 multipatented mechanical platform , boasting next-level protection for both residential and commercial environments .
Claire Blakemore , Managing Director at Mul-T-Lock , comments : “ We know that homes and businesses can be ever-changing environments from time to time , with staff turnover , contractors needing short-term access , and different staff or tenants requiring access to only specific areas . The MTL™500 ensures complete convenience for these requirements , without compromising on security .”
The new platform is designed to replace its predecessor the
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MT5 , but with Mul-T-Lock ’ s backward compatibility function , customers are able to secure their facilities with an up-to-date , high security solution , while the new master keys remain compatible with previous products . This means locksmiths can assure customers that they can gradually upgrade their existing systems , rather than needing to replace the whole system at once – saving them precious financial resources .
Upon grant of patent , the MTL™500 is protected against unauthorised key duplication until 2039 , and Mul-T-Lock customers will be supported with replacement or expansion products throughout and following the transition .
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With locksmiths in mind , the MTL™500 is quick and easy to pin and assemble , and allows locksmiths to utilise past investments such as the KC5 machine for key cutting and the original MT5 pinning kit . The MTL™500 patented system , paired with its unique magnetic card , grants the end user enhanced key copy control , since duplicate keys can only be cut on presentation of the key card and its direct use with the Mul- T-Lock KC5 key machine .
Integrating advanced security technology with heightened key control , the cylinder provides a combination of protective elements to create a double locking mechanism . Platforms
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are keyedalike and master keyable to ensure access permissions can be quickly changed and to allow access to multiple doors with a single key – all for added security and convenience . Anti-pick , anti-bump , anti-drill and fire resistant , the MTL™500 also offers a Break Secure cylinder variant , designed to snap off when attacked and leave the main portion of the cylinder fully intact and functioning .
www . mul-t-lock . co . uk
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