The Locksmith Journal Jul/Aug 2018 - Issue 57 | Page 25

PROUD SPONSORS OF LOCKEX 2018 LOCKEX2018 REVIEW • 25 UNION AT LOCKEX 2018 » » UNION, PART OF ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, showcased its latest door hardware and security solutions at Lockex 2018. Taking place at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry on 8 – 10 June, locksmiths at the show were able to visit UNION stand, inspect UNION’s range of mortice and cylinder solutions, including the renowned keyPRIME™ and keyULTRA™ master key solutions, anddiscuss the brand’s leading product portfolio for both timber and metal fire doors. Featuring an all-new reversible key design, the keyPRIME™ patented dimple cylinder platform currently offers the longest patent protection in the market, with an expected lifetime extension until 2036. Available in a strong and durable nickel silver, the platform is certified to the toughest requirements of BS EN 1303:2015, offering anti-pick, anti-drill, anti-bump and anti- pull protection as standard. Meanwhile, keyULTRA™ offers an exclusive 6 pin system using DuraPIN™ technology to prevent the unauthorised copying of keys. Featuring a new thumbturn design, keyULTRA™ is available in a range of six finishes, including brushed satin nickel, polished chrome, satin chrome, polish brass, satin brass or antique brass. UNION’s latest heavy-duty euro-profile mortice lockcases were also on display. Designed for areas where high performance, strength and durability are paramount, the new lockcases cover an extensive range of specifications, including sashlock, deadlock, mortice latch, deadlocking nightlatch, bathroom lock and an emergency escape lock. Tested to more than three and a half million cycles – twelve times greater than the industry standard – the range’s assured strength is supported by its superior durability, meeting the BS EN 12209 standard and offered with a 15-year guarantee. Lockex visitors also had the chance to view and discuss StrongBOLT lockcases, PowerLOAD hinges, the FastLatch range, and door closers, including the CE3F, CE24V, RetroV and DoorSense. Peter Crane, UNION’s Marketing Manager, said: “Following the success of its launch in 2016, this is the second time UNION has exhibited at Lockex;offering locksmiths in the UK an opportunity to discover the very latest door hardware and security solutions. The brand’s reputation for high- quality, durable and reliable products is well-established, with all of products designed to the highest standards and undergoing rigorous testing. www.uniononline.co.uk MORE NEW, INNOVATIVE AND VERSATILE PRODUCTS COMING SOON! AN INNOVATIVE, LOCKABLE SASH JAMMER RANGE... ...MADE BY A LOCKSMITH, FOR LOCKSMITHS LOCKSMITHJOURNAL.CO.UK | JUL/AUG 2018 Sponsored by APECS