MLA EXPO PREVIEW
UAP launches industry leading Fullex Kinetica + K4 lock at MLA Expo 21
» UAP LTD , THE SPECIALIST IN hardware and security solutions for doors and windows , will showcase the company ’ s latest innovations at the Master Locksmiths Association ( MLA ) Expo 21 ( 22-24 October 2021 ), and provide a preview of upcoming launches including the Fullex Kinetica + K4 locking system .
UAP , the leading manufacturer of security and fire safety hardware for doors and windows , has launched the Fullex Kinetica + K4 ; a state of the art locking system that combines advanced , patented features to deliver one of the most secure 3 * cylinder locks ever produced .
Building on the credentials of the innovative Fullex Kinetica locking range , Kinetica + K4 breaks new ground in security hardware by combining a standard 3 * cylinder lock profile with multiple intricate design features , delivering a lock that is easy to install but virtually impossible to bypass . Rigorously tested at UAP ’ s in-house test facility and by a third party testing house as part of the product development process , the new lock has defeated the newest methods of gaining entry developed by locksmiths and is Secured by Design , British Kitemarked and Sold Secure Diamond Standard .
David Jennings , CEO of UAP explains : “ We invest in continuous product development at UAP because we know that the criminal fraternity never stops devising new ways to defeat security hardware , so we need to ensure that we are always several steps ahead of them .
“ With the Fullex Kinetica + K4 , we wanted to develop a best-in-class locking system that will set a new benchmark for the sector , providing homeowners with complete peace of mind while offering door manufacturers , contractors and locksmiths an easy-to-install product at a very competitive price point from a brand they trust . By combining multiple patented technologies engineered by our design team and working with established manufacturing partners to produce the locks to our strict quality assurance standards , we have achieved those goals with the Fullex Kinetica + K4 .”
Suitable for new door fabrication , new build installations and retrofit requirements , Kinetica + K4 has been designed for ease of installation and enhanced security . The industry-leading security features have allowed the lock to be designed with no ring on the cam , making installation faster and easier . A single sacrificial cut-line on the outside of the cylinder ensures a more robust and durable lock with improved protection from moisture and dust ingress , while aiding ease of installation . With extreme reliability and ultra-strong turning forces built in by design , the Kinetica + K4 also includes UAP ’ s patented anti-bump system and three anti-pick pins .
Supplied in plastic-free packaging , Kinetica + K4 is available with a choice of key or thumb turn internal locking . The thumb turn model features the patentpending Fullex Helix Easy Turn System , which provides effortless operation with no pressure needed to push before turning . The lock has been designed to reduce the risk of the thumb turn being inadvertently left from its security vertical position by a red indicator to confirm that the door has been properly locked from the inside .
Each Kinetica + K4 lock will be supplied with three Bio + keys ; a completely new concept in keys developed by UAP to protect end users against bacteria and viruses . While the blade of key is fabricated from conventional metal , the coloured plastic bow has been treated with special additive in the key ; proven to kill a variety of viruses and pathogens , including MRSA , fungal colonies and COV- SARS-2 ( coronavirus ). This innovative plastic bow provides permanent protection against the risk of infection from handling the keys and demonstrates UAP ’ s innovative commitment to making the world a safer place . The lock has been designed as a one key solution for easy keying alike , ensuring spare key availability and affordability .
In addition to product testing , UAP has also carried out a number of product trials with locksmiths , including Martin Pink from Rapid Locksmith , who comments : “ I found the Kinetica + K4 locking system very easy to fit and virtually impossible to penetrate once installed . It provides the quality and ease of installation I have come to expect from UAP ’ s products and the Fullex range , but raises the bar when it comes to combining security features for robust performance . I am very surprised that it is possible to purchase a lock of this quality with so many features at this price .”
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