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New door hardware brand Loxta based in Lancashire is offering a stylish , bright and technically advanced suite of handles , plates , door knockers , escutcheons , fasteners , accessories and more .

While the Loxta name is new , the family-owned business behind the brand has over 30 years ’ experience in door hardware manufacturing and ironmongery , and is looking for partners to help maximise its channels to market throughout the UK .

The company produces and distributes hardware products worldwide , taking pride in its design skills and continually looking to create new products . It has a range for all tastes , from modernistic and classy to functional and durable .

Loxta Hardware has extensive knowledge in engineering and design . It uses hot forging and its own unique ElectroCoat + coating techology to ensure every product meets the high standards set for each customer . The company ’ s ElectroCoat + is

tested to over 1,600 + hours of Salt Spray ( UKAS UK Lab ) and 1,000 + hours against a UV Weather Cycle test .

The business has its own manufacturing units allowing it to control the quality of every hardware product distributed .

The company ’ s MD , Shaun Singh said : “ It ’ s not just high quality door handles and hardware we produce and supply ; it ’ s great customer service too . Every one of our customers has different needs so we work with every customer closely to create a tailored package to suit them . Whether they are a small trader or a large-scale distributor , we have a hardware products range that will suit , at great value .

“ Customers can expect premium quality door handles , a selection of secure lock system options , a large variety of styles and some of the highest quality materials , ensuring every product lasts for years to come and is aesthetically pleasing to the eye .”

“ Our materials and production processes include Aero Grade Aluminium and High Tonnage Hot Closed Die Forging .” The processes create Loxta ’ s flawless finishes , resulting in soft

contours , enhanced strength , and superior levels of resistance to corrosion and UV damage . “ The durability of our products has already proven a major selling point with both trade customers and homeowners ,” Shaun continued . “ We back our products with a mechanical and anti-weather guarantee option and offer an additional bespoke design and manufacturing service - ideal for specifiers looking to satisfy a particular project requirement , and - as our design and production facilities are integrated – turnaround is quick and hassle free .”

Loxta is offering an extensive support package to stockists , including e-POS solutions , demo boards , and marketing support via PR , online listings , social media , digital catalogues and promotional imagery .

www . loxta . co . uk

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