03 July 2015

Aico 160e offers improved fire and CO detection

The new 160e design is 18% slimmer when compared to the previous 160RC alarms, allowing them to be less obtrusive whilst maintaining the same ease-fit footprint, making it simple to upgrade from previous Aico alarms.  Easy installation The Aico160e series has been designed to offer simple upgrade and installation, in addition to higher performance fire[…]

  • 03 July 2015

02 July 2015

Strebord fire door certified after one million cycle test

As part of the certification process, the Strebord product was subjected to a one million cycle test, demonstrating its durability by achieving a class 8 performance under the standard. The cycle test The Strebord was subjected to a one million cycle test to demonstrate its durability Key ironmongery elements used for the cycle test included[…]

  • 02 July 2015

26 June 2015

Electro-mechanical door closers specified for University

ASSA ABLOY DC700 with G460 door closers were specified after the university was having issues with closed doors being damaged by trolleys and fire doors being wedged open, making the building vulnerable to the spread of fire. The JCMB was having issues with closed doors being damaged by trolleys and fire doors being wedged open.[…]

  • 26 June 2015

24 June 2015

Pillow alarm offers protection for the hearing impaired

The Agrippa Pillow Alarm is a battery powered, wireless unit with a pad attachment that fits under the pillow.  The pillow alarm uses ‘listen and learn’ digital technology to react to a specific alarm The device uses ‘listen and learn’ digital technology to react to the unique sound of a specific alarm. In the event[…]

  • 24 June 2015

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17 June 2015

Sustainable security solution for assisted-living facility

Key requirements for the facility’s locking solution included a people-centred, secure electronic access control system which is suited to keeping a vulnerable client group safe. A further requirement was a system that used sustainable technology to cut unnecessary energy use at the new facility. The Tidomat access control system, integrated with Aperio wireless lock technology,[…]

  • 17 June 2015

16 June 2015

Luxury apartment complex installs Agrippa fire door holders

The luxury serviced apartment complex is located near Nelson’s Column in London’s Trafalgar Square. The unique ‘Listen and Learn’ function means that Agrippa Fire Door Holders will only respond to a specific alarm. As part of a recent refurbishment, 55 wire-free Agrippa fire door holders were installed throughout. This allows fire doors to be held[…]

  • 16 June 2015

16 June 2015

New Timonox flame retardant system showcased at CIH 2015

Protective coating system For over 40 years, Crown Trade’s Timonox flame retardant system has played a key role in fire safety within the social housing sector – slowing down the spread of fire, allowing more time for buildings to be evacuated. The system can help social housing providers bring premises up to the required safety[…]

  • 16 June 2015

10 June 2015

Security for the Dylan Thomas Centre supplied by Abloy UK

Abloy UK secures Dylan Thomas Centre exhibition Security for the Dylan Thomas Centre supplied by Abloy UK The new exhibition ‘Love the Words’ offers interactive displays telling the story of the work, life and cultural context of Thomas, and includes a learning space, activities for children, and a temporary exhibition area.  Display case locks installation[…]

  • 10 June 2015

10 June 2015

Specify Abloy UK products with smartphone app and handbook

The Abloy App The Abloy App can be used to check prices and availability, in addition to sending technical questions to the customer services team. Recent updates to the software include information about new door packages, enhanced search functionality, web news and videos. The Abloy App is available on both IOS and Android. Users are[…]

  • 10 June 2015