The Locksmith Journal Sep/Oct 2018 - Issue 58 | Seite 5

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entry and access control, has enhanced
its Portal Plus access control range by
introducing a lift interface relay unit
that enables the operation of a lift to be
controlled by the access control system.
Portal Plus is Videx’s networkable
access control system that supports
proximity, keypads and bio access readers.
It’s used in many applications across the
private and public sector and is scalable
from simple one entrance systems
through to multiple entrances with local
or remote management facilities.
The lift interface relay unit enables the
calling of the lift and the restricted use of
the lift to users programmed on the access
control system. It can be used to enable the
lift buttons or allow direct floor selection.
The RB0408 includes 8 relays to control
up to 8 floors. Using more than one
UNION exhibits at
Screwfix Live 2018
» » UNION, PART OF ASSA
ABLOY Security Solutions, a
UK division of ASSA ABLOY,
the global leader in door
opening solutions, showcased
its certified, durable and easy-
to-fit locks, cylinder systems
and door closers at Screwfix
Live 2018.
Taking place at the
Farnborough International
Exhibition Centre, visitors to
Screwfix also had the chance to
view UNION’s range of locks,
cylinder systems and door
closer solutions; including
the renowned keyPRIME™
and keyULTRA™ master key
systems, CE3F door closer and
its euro-profile lockcases.
UNION trade partners can
access this comprehensive
range of product solutions
through stock held locally
in regional markets. This
allows UNION to provide
installers with prompt service
for immediate needs, at a
competitive price that takes
budget into account and offers
excellent value for money.
Peter Crane, UNION’s
Marketing Manager, said:
“Our products are tested
and certified under the
most rigorous conditions,
while remaining easy to fit.
This means installers can
fit UNION products and be
completely confident in their
performance. We always
look forward to welcoming
customers old and new to
discuss becoming a UNION
trade partner, and to view our
range of high-quality, durable
and reliable products.”
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‘enables the operation of
a lift to be controlled by
the access control system’
RB0408, it’s possible to control lifts for up
to 32 floors. The RB0408 also includes LED
indication when a relay is active which is
useful for an engineer to see which floors
have access when a user operates a reader.
Four inputs are also included to enable,
disable and override the lift control.
www.videxuk.com
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HARDWARE ADVICE
FROM TRAINED
PROFESSIONALS
» » AFTER RECENT UK
Government investigations
found that fire doors from
five suppliers failed to
meet even the minimum
mandatory fire performance
standard, there has been
considerable confusion
about testing and fire door
performance.
On social media, the
IAI has seen many door
manufacturers, installers
and end users looking
for guidance on fire
door hardware testing
requirements. To avoid the
sharing of incorrect, unsafe
and in some c ases potentially
life-threatening installation
advice, it is always best
practice to seek advice from
the professionals.
Jo Milne-Rowe, chair of
the IAI, said: “When it comes
to fire door hardware, it’s
imperative that anyone who
is unsure seeks advice from
a qualified architectural
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