The Locksmith Journal Nov/Dec 2022 - Issue 83 | Page 68

SECTOR INSIGHT

Mul-T-Lock ’ s Triple GAI Success

» MUL-T-LOCK IS CELEBRATING A triple success at the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers ( GAI ,) thanks to the dedication and commitment of key members of its team .
Michelle Sutton ( Senior Technical and Internal Sales Administrator ) Jacques Vermeulen ( Regional Sales Manager South East ) and Lee Mitchell ( Regional Sales Manager , North & Scotland ) have each passed ‘ with flying colours ’ their Stage 2 GAI exams for the Certificate in Architectural Hardware .
Says Claire Blakemore , Mul-T-Lock UK Managing Director : “ The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers is especially relevant to Mul-T-Lock to pledge our support to achieving the highest standards when it comes to technical excellence and professionalism in security .
“ We are hugely proud of the achievements of Michelle , Jacques and Lee . Each has committed to continuous improvement and learning outside of their everyday jobs to succeed . We encourage all of our team members to do the same , so that we can evolve our service offering to architectural ironmongers and the wider construction sector .”
The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers is a not for profit professional trade association that supports , assures and represents architectural ironmongers , wholesalers and manufacturers , promoting higher standards to the wider construction industry and its clients . The Certificate in Architectural
Hardware , specifically provides an
introduction into ironmongery . The course , arranged in 14 modules and five learning blocks , establishes full competence in making informed decisions when working with particular products and materials , as well as having an understanding of best practices and industry standards .
Says Rachel Tipton of The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers : “ We are thrilled with Mul-T-Lock ’ s commitment to the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers ’ education programme , demonstrating their competent workforce are able to address the needs of construction sector clients with requirements for smart and mechanical security .
“ Congratulations to Michelle , Jacques and Lee who have completed their current courses to such a high standard . We look forward to welcoming more members of the team to do the same .”
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NEW HARDWARE HELPS SCHOOLS COMPLY WITH GOVERNMENT DESIGN BRIEFS

» NEW BATHROOM TURNS from ARRONE will help schools meet the Department for Education ( DfE ) requirements for school buildings .
The AR961 non-coin release bathroom turn range has been developed by ARRONE , a HOPPE brand , to provide a bathroom turn set that is in line with the latest generic design brief output specification . The DfE ’ s guidance covers the design and construction of school buildings , as well as outlining safety and security , operability , and maintenance requirements .
As part of its most recent updates , DfE added in the requirement for schools to use a bathroom lock “ that can be locked from the inside by turn
or lever and can be released from outside by a non-coin slot key ” to improve safety and give increased privacy .
Jonathan Walker , product manager at HOPPE ( UK ), said :
“ The AR961 indicator and turn set can only be opened from the outside using a dedicated key , so meets the guidelines set out by the Department of Education for schools and colleges .
“ This latest addition to the ARRONE range makes it easier for specifiers working on education projects to source compliant hardware for every part of a school building from just one supplier .”
The AR961 range is made up of a stainless steel disabled
indicator and large turn on an 8mm rose . A key to operate the release is available separately . Our AR961 / 10- SSS lever handles provide product to BS EN1906 Grade 4 making it an ideal combination in a school environment .
The grade 304 stainless steel lever handle has been included in a successful fire test on FD30S and FD60S fire doors . The AR961 range complies with BS8300 and Technical Part M which requires commercial levers to have a minimum of 19mm diameter with a return to door design .
This new range completes ARRONE ’ s product offering for schools , which includes all
signage options that schools and other high use environments that require additional privacy and durability may need , as well as hooks , door stops and finger plates .
For more information on the AR961 range , visit : www . hoppe . com / gb-en / arrone-the-complete-range /
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