GOING FORWARD IN 2023
A constructive 12 months and our 125th anniversary …
Following a hugely productive 2022 , DHF stands ready to support its members and the industry throughout the coming year
» DOOR & HARDWARE FEDERATION ( DHF ) is once again reflecting on a successful , productive and constructive 12 months , and despite continuing challenges ahead , the Tamworth-based trade association will continue to support its members and the industry , fulfilling its enduring promise of maintaining and raising quality standards throughout the sectors it serves . It remains the first port of call for those seeking guidance , technical support , and information .
2022 got off to a tremendous start for the federation with the announcement of new Chairman , Paul Browne . The former ASSA ABLOY UK Chief Technology Officer & Business Development Director has been involved with DHF since 2006 and on the board since 2007 .
“ Paul ’ s support and guidance over the past year have been invaluable and with a challenging year ahead , we ’ re facing 2023 with great positivity with Paul at the helm ,” says DHF ’ s Head of Commercial Operations , Patricia Sowsbery-Stevens .
The beginning of the year also saw the launch of DHF ’ s garage door safety video for members and consumers , the first time the federation has produced such a video , but it has enabled DHF to reach a much wider audience and educate the consumer as to what they should looking for as standard when selecting a new garage door , and about the safety feature known as hold-to-run .
The launch of a series of new Technical Specifications : DHF TS 013 parts one , two and three this year , has combined the information on the safety of industrial and domestic garage doors , as well as
powered gates and traffic barriers , with parts one and two of the series replacing the separate guidance previously issued for gates ( TS 011 ) and industrial & garage doors ( TS 012 ) and part three being a guidance for owners and managers of these products .
Throughout the year , DHF has maintained its position as the go to centre of excellence for advice and training pertaining to raising the standards . For example , it was present once again at this year ’ s Fit Show and remains a longstanding supporter of its objectives . Chair of the DHF Timber Doorset Group , Fiona Critchley , presented The presentation on Standards & Legislation Affecting Flat Entrance Doorsets as part of the education programme . In addition , in April , DHF was on hand to offer muchneeded guidance and clarity on the CSCS card scheme , how to obtain one , and its important role in promoting safety and best practice for those working with
“ we are playing our part in improving safety on UK construction sites ”
industrial doors , domestic garage doors , automated gates & traffic barriers and metal or timber doors .
“ DHF continues to drive standards in ensuring that construction site workers are appropriately trained . After creating a joint venture with Automatic Door Suppliers Association ( ADSA ) called Entrance Systems Alliance ( ESA ), we now offer the industry specific NVQ . In this way , we are playing our part in improving safety on UK construction sites ,” said Patricia .
In reacting to the White Paper on Construction Products Competence ( CPC ), DHF also welcomed the proposals in ensuring that the built environment is safe , and that the modern workforce can meet their duties relating to construction products by placing compliance and competence as priority .
As ever , training has been at the very heart of the trade association ’ s activity ( both face-to-face and online ), and this year , DHF has helped almost 1000 learners with training , 91 % being members of
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