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2 SEPTEMBER 2015 PRO INSTALLER PRO NEWS ISSUE 30 September 2015 If you would like to find out more about the PRO Installer: Write to: Unit 2-3 Burleigh Court, Burleigh Street, Barnsley, S70 1XY. Tel: 01226 321 450 Fax: 01226 730 825 Email: steve@ cvgroup.co.uk All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronically or mechanically without the consent of Clearview Group Ltd and any of its subsidiaries. Whilst every effort is made to ensure accuracy, this publication does not accept liability for errors, printing or otherwise appearing in this publication. The views expressed by contributors are not necessarily those of the editor or publisher. www.proinstaller.co.uk Marking a Turning Point for Door Security Avocet Hardware has welcomed Aviva’s latest ‘Hardfacts’ information sheet on locks and lock standards, which explains the benefits of TS007 3-star and SS312 Sold Secure Diamond accredited locks to better protect against the risk of lock-snapping. Through the ‘Knowledge Store’ section of its risk management website, Aviva provides a range of factsheets on security, and other property protection matters, all designed to help customers better understand their exposure to risk and how they may best protect themselves. Avocet’s managing director, Clive Lloyd said: “This is a very welcome and timely addition to Aviva’s Payatrader [Acceptacard] - ETH.pdf 1 and 01/04/2015 Knowledge Store is a significant step in raising awareness of the risk of lock-snapping and the UK Standards developed to protect against it.” “The first indication of a change in insurers’ general awareness of the issue occurred earlier this year when the RISCAuthority incorporated an explanation of lock-snapping, and the importance of TS007 and SS312 in the fight against it, in its publication S24: Physical Security for Homes – Guidance to 12:07:39 Occupiers.” C M Y CM MY CY CMY K FREE CHIP & PIN CARD READER Join for £99 and qualify for a FREE Bluetooth card reader. Use code LOCK when you apply at www.payatrader.com Pay As You Go • No Monthly Fees • No Contract • Rates From 2.3% Reader costs £79+VAT. This will be credited to your Payatrader account after your terminal order has been placed. ‘praised by police forces around the country and be given the Police’s ultimate seal of the approval, Secured by Design accreditation’ Since then, Avocet has seen its TS007 3-star and SS312 Sold Secure Diamond accredited lock praised by police forces around the country and be given the Police’s ultimate seal of the approval, Secured by Design accreditation. The company also works closely with Neighbourhood and Home Watch Network to promote home security and lock-snapping prevention. “Our aim is simple,” concluded Clive. “We want to put an end to lock-snapping.” “Yes it’s a major issue, but it’s one for which there is a readily available solution, and with the help of organi- Start the week with Clearzine every Monday... Find out more: 01226 321450 sations like the RISCAuthority and Neighbourhood and Home Watch Network we can make sure nobody is left in the dark when it comes to properly securing their homes.” Visit www.avocethardware.co.uk or call 01484 711 700 64,000 New Customers We’ve found them! Latest News Video News Contact Us Advertise with Clearview Editor’s Comments latest news from across the industry. Here you can keep up to date with all the latest stories, product innovations and business developments. exhibition and loads more stories from some of the top companies in the glass and glazing industry. Latest Industry News masterclass free commercial masterclass, designed to help them understand commercial contracts and maximise delivered by consultants who specialise in commercial and project management. Read more... What grand doors! Solidor will be exhibiting at Grand Designs Live at the Birmingham NEC from 4th-6th October 2013, with the purpose of promoting their pioneering composite door range and Recommended Installer initiative.