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and as you can imagine the drill holes are sometimes outside the handle profile . This is when the plates come into their own , saving you having to use any filler which can crack afterwards . Cover plates are available as a bundle offer , comprising of all the usual backset sizes . We have found them to be very popular with our locksmiths as we know you can never be sure what door profiles you may attend .
The door weld repair plates are used when the doors have been forced open in such a way that the corner welds simply crack , especially if the police have gained entry . The plates are lipped and are usually used as a pair . These can be screwed , riveted or bolted through to enable the door to still operate correctly . All our TORCHGUARD cover plates and corner door weld plates come in white as well as the standard colours to match UPVC or composite doors .
Threshold repair plates
After continued engagement and feedback with the locksmith community , we learnt that they require threshold repair plates too as customers and landlords often don ’ t want to purchase a new door , and they tend to prefer for these doors to be repaired . The threshold plates are simply laid over the damaged door section and are screwed on . Alternatively , you can use 1mm glazing tape to secure them and are strong enough to be stepped on . They come in 900mm lengths for single doors and 1800mm for double doors , tilt and slide or French doors and have lipped edges for 12mm or 18mm door profiles , again , these are also available in the usual colours .
At SASHSTOP , we are aware that locksmiths are looking to repair UPVC windows and glazing , so much so that we are also developing tools that can assist with the everyday tasks that locksmiths face .
We are proud to have designed the new Sheerframe clout bead removal tool ( deglazing tool ), which ( when used correctly ) can remove the beads quickly and safely . We have field-tested the tool ourselves and have also had our local council glaziers testing too , with fantastic results ! Our video ( accessible through the QR code ) shows Paul Batty doing a removal demonstration .
Whenever SASHSTOP exhibits , we take great pride in listening to our customers . We are always looking to develop new products and tools to improve security for our customers , businesses and the end-user too . Your continued feedback is extremely valuable in allowing us to move forward with new ideas .
So , from the whole SASHSTOP team thank you for all your support over the last five years buying our products and helping us to develop an amazing product range . As most of you know we are always here to help advise you on any problems you may encounter whilst locksmithing or carrying out UPVC repair jobs , so please do not hesitate to get in touch via email ( info @ sashstop . co . uk ) or by calling or WhatsApp on 01482 753283 .
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