Clearview National May 2017 - Issue 186 | Page 130

HARDWARE New heritage hardware range » » QUICK TO LAUNCH NEW products for the composite door sector, Endurance® Doors, is now offering the recently announced and perfectly engineered Fab&Fix heritage door handle, as part of its extended hardware range, through its partners ERA. This new Lever Lever and Lever Pad handle range is offered in antique black, along with hardex chrome, gold and graphite and is designed within a suite of perfectly matching products including letterplate and bull ring knocker. The operation of this new handle has been tested to in excess of 200,000 cycles and the finish across the range meets the requirements of BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 Corrosion Resistance (480 hours). Many consumers like the traditional appearance of some of the period inspired designs within the Endurance® Doors collection and the availability of a new heritage hardware range that’s designed to last is a major plus, at a time when some antique hardware options have high failure rates and a short operational lifespan. These new finishes will also be featured on the Door Designer. Stephen Nadin, managing director of Endurance® Doors commented: “We’re one of the first companies in the UK to make the investment.” www.endurancedoors.co.uk UPGRADING DOOR HARDWARE » » VEKA TRADE FABRICATOR CONSORT has just announced that all its residential doors will be supplied with Trojan’s stainless steel door hardware. Jeff Dunn, Head of Sales and Marketing at Consort, said: “Our industry has experienced a noticeable increase in the volume of door hardware that is pitting and corroding. This can cause much irritation to the homeowner resulting in a remedial visit for the installer. Stainless steel hardware is not affected in this way, which is why Consort will be using Trojan’s stainless steel door hardware on all residential doors from 6th March 2017. As well as helping to reduce callouts, the decision to switch to stainless steel hardware will give Consort installers an additional USP at the point of sale. Jeff said: “The anti-corrosion benefits of stainless steel gives homeowners added reassurance that they are investing in a high-quality product for their home.” Jeff added : “The decision to move to Trojan’s TS007-compliant 2 Star high security stainless steel hardware on our Magnum composite doors was well-received by our customers . Having this evidence made the decision to introduce stainless steel across all door ranges a simple one.” www.trojangroup.com Specification support service » » FOR SOCIAL HOUSING providers, it is important to consider all the issues early during the specification process, as choosing robust, effective solutions from the outset can help to ensure a tenant’s feeling of trust and safety, whilst also reducing the need for costly call backs in the long-term. Yale’s Specification Support Service offers the opportunity to take a detailed walk through the relevant legislation, standards and guidance, enabling housing providers and specifiers to make an informed choice. John Pearl, Specification Manager for Yale, said: “Yale’s Specification Support Service aims to help you make the right choices in window and 130 » MAY 2017 » CL EARVI E W- UK . C O M door hardware. We’ll provide a clear and impartial guide to the issues you need to address, the legislative requirements that you must
meet and the products most suited to the application and environment in which they need to operate. “You can rest assured that Yale’s extensive industry experience will help you find the best hardware solutions, for you and your residents.” As the leading name in home security, Yale is able to provide expert guidance and advice on safeguarding residents and properties with its free RIBA accredited CPD seminars. www.yaledws.co.uk