The Locksmith Journal May/Jun 2019 - Issue 62 | Page 51

DOORCLOSERS&HINGES • 51 GOOGLE COMES TO MLA EXPO 19 LEADING THE WAY IN FIRE DOOR SAFETY » » AT THE END OF 2017, several UKAS Accredited authorities withdrew certification for almost all door closers used on uninsulated metal fire doors. With around eight out of 10 metal fire doors sold in the UK being non-insulated, this left many doorsets deemed non-compliant. A number of certifications have now been reinstated, but with a caveat meaning they can only be installed on the fire risk side of a door. In many properties and locations it can be difficult to determine which side of the door is most at risk of fire, so this caveat challenges the use of many door closers on the market for installation on uninsulated metal fire doors. Metal fire doors provide superior levels of fire performance compared with other door materials, with a fire integrity performance of four hours often possible. However, this is reliant on compatible performance from the hardware devices that enable them to satisfy industry standards and provide the door’s desired functionality In response to the ongoing challenges and needs in the industry, ASSA ABLOY has continued with substantial testing and standardising of its door closers. As a result, its door closers have demonstrated that use on metal fire doors is not restricted by the side of the door to which it is required to be installed and remains fully compliant with EN1634 on any uninsulated metal fire door. With no caveats attached to the series, this takes away a huge risk of error in the design, manufacture and installation process. Furthermore, stringent testing has proved the EN1634 range dependable for up to 240 minutes of integrity. The combination of these market leading door controls combined with premium fire doors from the Door Group, a unit of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, ensures high quality solutions and uncompromised performance throughout the commercial and industrial building market in both timber and steel. Specifying and buying the right product solution is essential for compliance and peace of mind, however, regular fire door checks are vital in maintaining a high quality performance and can highlight potential risks within a fire doorset. Ignoring or not acting on these risks once they have been highlighted can lead to huge consequences for building owners and managers, as liability rests with them. www. assaabloyopeningsolutions. co.uk/service-and- maintenance LOCKSMITHJOURNAL.CO.UK | MAY/JUN 2019 Sponsored by Mul-T-Lock » » GOOGLE IS BRINGING ITS Google Digital Garage to MLA EXPO 19, offering people within the locksmithing industry free advice and coaching on their digital skills to help them grow their business Ronan Harris, Google UK & Ireland Managing Director, said: ‘In the digital age, a basic understanding of how the online world works is useful and when it comes to business, it’s essential. We are delighted to bring the Google Digital Garage to MLA Expo 19 and ensure everyone has access to free digital skills workshops. We hope you’ll pop in and get the skills you need to become more confident online, grow your career or business, and FIRST TIME @ A TRADE SHOW FREE TRAINING To book please email: [email protected] maybe even launch the next big idea.” COURSES AVAILABLE: • 4th Oct - 2PM: Get your business visible on Google • 5th Oct - 11AM: Get your business visible on Google • 5th Oct - 2PM: Introduction to Digital Advertising • 6th Oct - 11AM: Introduction to Digital Advertising All visitors are welcomed to attend. Spaces are allocated on a first come, first served basis, to reserve your spot e-mail us today at enquiries@ locksmiths.co.uk PORTHOLES LOUVRES POWER TRANSFER UNITS LOCKS AND CYLINDERS SPECIALIST ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE SUPPLIERS TO THE DOOR OPENINGS INDUSTRY FLUSH BOLTS VISION FRAMES FINGER PROTECTION DOOR STAYS PANIC HARDWARE ACOUSTIC SEALS ZERO SEAL SYSTEMS LTD UNITS 43-45 LADFORD COVERT SEIGHFORD STAFFORD ST18 9QG TEL - 01785 282910 E-MAIL - [email protected] WWW.ZEROPLUS.CO.UK