From the Editor
Always look forward , but never forget …
» ON ONE HAND JUNE SEEMED TO COME FROM nowhere , even though it also was accompanied by fanfare and flags , bunting and a bank holiday . As magazine publishers , the cyclic nature of the month perhaps has a different meaning to us . The Locksmith Journal may ‘ only ’ be published six times a year , but several of the Group ’ s other titles come out every four weeks , so we always have to be a step ahead ; we ’ re in July now , even though June is only just underway .
Designers and developers also have to ‘ live in the future ’ to forecast what consumers will want and need ( perhaps before they know themselves ) and provide locksmiths and installers with all the products and tools they need . Manufacturers make calculated predictions on the specification and application of hardware and security then develop lines accordingly . As new legislation and regulation changes along the way , these must also be incorporated into products , practices and processes . These can take years of development before they are ready for launch , and we are proud as publishers to play our part in getting these products into the right hands : yours .
Yet , while these designs are worked on behind-thescenes , sometimes circumstances call for reaction rather than action . News and events in the industry can happen very quickly . Sometimes scenarios that seem outside of our sector can directly impact the daily work of locksmiths and installers . Global events >> economy >> evolving safety and security considerations call for real-time response , and as the gateway between companies and corporations , brands and businesses , we strive to connect our readers to the right people in the industry who can help them navigate these new issues as they occur .
With all that said ; while we should always strive to move forward , we can never forget where we have come from . The art of locksmithing , the history of hardware , the methods in which we have honed the craft , can be traced back to the dawn of time . We learn from experience ( I don ’ t want to say mistakes ) and there is comfort in nostalgia , which we can collectively enjoy and share .
With that in mind , I hope you enjoy this issue of The Locksmith Journal , for all of the aforementioned reasons , and moving forward , we are currently in the process of updating our social media channels across the Group to fill in the gaps between printed issues ; I ’ d love to hear your thoughts on your preferred platforms .
See you next time , Gemma
ASSA ABLOY OPENING SOLUTIONS UNVEILS NEW WEBSITE
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland has unveiled its new website , which boasts a fresh design , updated content and streamlined user experience .
» THE EASY NAVIGATION makes it simple for users to find a solution that is right for their organisation and project , with support and advice just a few clicks away . Users are able to quickly find the information they need , with dedicated areas for ‘ solutions ’, ‘ services ’ and ‘ stories ’.
Alongside a general overview of the products available from Opening Solutions , there are solutions recommended for different situations , such as fire safety and inclusive design . The website also features industry specific information for sectors including healthcare , education , transport and more .
Kevin Campbell , Sales Director at ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland Door Group , said : “ Opening Solutions has the most complete and comprehensive range of doors and ironmongery available to the construction sector , and our new website has been designed to showcase the solutions available .
“ But it not just doors we offer . As a global leader in access solutions we provide the most comprehensive range of door products including mechanical and electromechanical locks , masterkey systems , architectural hardware , door controls , door sealing systems , access control
solutions , and much , much more .
“ We work closely with clients , architects and contractors to provide tailored door set solutions based on individual project requirements . We want our website to be the first stage of the customer journey , opening the door for us to work together and assist in any way needed .”
ASSA ABLOY Openings Solutions offer a complete service from specification consultation and product and standards training through to supply and installation of products and aftercare service , such as fire door inspections , maintenance and repair ; all of which can be seamlessly connected to support the Golden Thread ethos through their unique and innovative BIM application , Openings Studio .
www . assaabloy . com / uk / en
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