The Locksmith Journal Sep-Oct 2015 - Issue 40 | Page 24

24 • industrynewS PROUD SPONSORS OF THIS PAGE CHEERS TO APPROVED DOCUMENT Q1 Avocet Hardware has welcomed the imminent adoption of Approved Document Q1 of the Building Regulations 2010. »»“Approved Document Q1 is a real game changer,” said Avocet’s marketing manager, Derrick Purvis. “At present, product hardware specification and options for selection in relation to security vary significantly.” “For every high quality product, which brings with it peace of mind and excellent value for money, there are a host of cheaper options that win hands’ down on price, but fail to provide any real level of security.” “Q1 completely redresses the balance by permanently removing such cheap products from the specification equation, while also placing security firmly to the fore. The industry really should be shouting about it from the rooftops.” ‘should be shouting about it from the rooftops’ Approved Document Q1 of the Building Regulations 2010 comes in to force on October 1st, 2015. From that date, all doors and windows will, at the minimum, have to be either PAS24:2012 rated or Secured By Design (SBD) – a move that finally regulates against the products that make them less secure. Avocet has a complete range of products that enable companies to meet the requirements of Approved Document Q1. These include ABS and ATK 3-star and Sold Secure SS312 Diamond rated Euro cylinder locks, Affinity 3D UPVC and composite door hinges, Affinity Secured by Design rated multi-point door locks and a full selection of suited door furniture. For a full list of Avocet’s Secured By Design approved products visit www.goo.gl/ cMtK1C www.avocet-hardware.co.uk or call 01484 711700 YOU HAVE FITTED SECURE LOCKS BUT ARE THE WINDOWS SIMPLY LIKE UNLOCKED DOORS TO A BURGLAR? Many homes have double glazed windows where the glass is secured by a beading on the outside. This can easily be removed and is one of the most common ways that burglars get in. Taking out the glass is quick and makes no noise. NO-GO GLASS LOCKS lock the glass into the frame so that the glass cannot be removed without smashing the glass. NO-GO GLASS LOCKS are designed to be easily fitted to existing windows and are a very cost-effective way to make a property even more secure. NO-GO SECURITY PRODUCTS are looking for companies to sell and install our NO-GO GLASS LOCKS. If you would like to expand your business then contact us. To find out more email us on [email protected] Or see our website www.nogosecurity.co.uk Or phone 0845 528 0183 locksmithjournal.co.uk | SEP/OCT 2015 Sponsored by TradeLocks