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ERA specified for Haringey Safer Streets Project
» OVER 350 ERA BRITISH Standard nightlatches , British Standard mortice locks and 3 * cylinders have been installed throughout properties in Haringey , as part of the anti-burglary Safer Streets Project .
Led by Haringey Council and the Metropolitan Police Service Designing Out Crime Team , the scheme has provided over 80 households throughout Noel Park with free security upgrades to provide enhanced protection against acquisitive crimes within the neighbourhood .
The certified suite of British Standard hardware has been installed alongside a range of additional security products free of charge by local security specialists GK Locksmiths and RS Locksmiths to improve each property ’ s level of defence against forced entry .
As the front door of a property is typically involved in over 50 % of burglaries , ERA ’ s British Standard nightlatches , British Standard mortice locks and 3 * cylinders were chosen to provide the highest possible standards of security .
Sergeant David Lucy from the Metropolitan Police Services ’ Designing Out Crime Team said : “ This project aims to reduce crime risk throughout the area by mitigating against potential opportunities for burglary , which typically occur through the front door or window of a household .
“ By working in partnership with Haringey Council , GK Locksmiths and RS Locksmiths , we have been able to successfully upgrade the level of security throughout homes within the area , to help keep residents safe .”
Conforming to British Standard 3621:2007 , ERA ’ s iconic High Security Nightlatch has sold over 500,000 units over the last 15 years . The 40mm or 60mm backset offers easy installation for locksmiths as they are suitable for replacing most existing timber door locks .
Rob Stoddart , Director of RS Locksmiths , said : “ ERA ’ s British Standard Nightlatch is well known throughout the industry for providing quality security and functionality , so it was an obvious choice for this scheme . It has been fantastic to take part in the Safer Streets Project and support the local community by providing individuals with greater security protection and more peace of mind .”
ERA ’ s Fortress 5 Lever Mortice Deadlock , which also adheres to British Standard 3621:2007 , features hardened steel plates that are resistant to drilling , as well as two hardened steel plates in the deadbolt to resist hacksawing .
The steel levers also feature false notching to resist lock picking .
Julian Korosec , Director at G K Locksmiths , said : “ This is the first time we have been involved in a project of this nature and it has been a real privilege for us to be able to work closely with the Metropolitan Police to help make Haringey communities safer .
“ We chose ERA ’ s portfolio of British Standard door hardware as we have built a strong relationship with the company over recent years , so we knew the product quality and service they would provide for this project would be second to none .”
Delivering maximum protection and peace of mind , ERA ’ s British Standard Fortress 3 * Cylinder features six hardened high security pins that provide resistance against the most common forms of forced entry . As a result , the cylinder is antisnap , anti-pick , anti-drill and anti-bump resistant , and in the event of an attack , a security pin automatically triggers ,
blocking the cylinder cam to prevent unlawful entry .
Garry Pare , ERA ’ s Business Development Manager for the South , said : “ The Safer Streets Project is a fantastic initiative that will help Haringey ’ s residents feel safe and secure , with the knowledge that their property is better protected from potential forced entry .
“ As entrance doors are one of the main potential points of entry that are targeted by burglars , we are committed to providing locksmiths and their customers with a complete portfolio of British Standard door hardware that delivers first class security and performance . We are extremely proud that our products have been chosen for this initiative .”
The project was also supported by the Master Locksmiths Association ( MLA ), of which GK Locksmiths and RS Locksmiths are both Approved Company members . Speaking of the project , Steffan George , Managing Director of the MLA , said : “ As the UK ’ s largest trade association for locksmiths , we are committed to promoting the highest standards of conduct , practice and materials throughout the industry .
“ It is important that everyone feels secure in their homes , so schemes such as the Safer Streets Project are vital to ensure the highest quality hardware is fitted correctly by MLA approved locksmiths , to provide individuals with first class service and protection .”
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