The Locksmith Journal Nov/Dec 2018 - Issue 59 | Page 34

34 • ANNUALREVIEW PROUD SPONSORS OF THIS PAGE LOOKING BACK, AND ENJOYING THE VIEW » » THE END OF THE YEAR PROVIDES A natural marker to reflect on the last 12 months. The past year here at Clearview has been one of many exciting developments, including new editor Gemma, taking over from Helen in May, followed by the whole team heading over to Lockex 2018 – Security & Fire Safety (organised by our sister publication The Locksmith Journal) which not only provided the excuse to catch up with old friends and meet some new ones, but was also the perfect opportunity to see the latest and greatest designs and developments in hardware, security, smart technology, and the ever-prevalent fire safety upgrades and updates. From a business point of view, the Clearview Group has seen strong customer retention rates across all publications, one of which – The Locksmith Journal – will be celebrating its 10-year anniversary in January. As always everyone here at CV HQ would like to thank all of our customers, and readers, for another wonderful year, we wish you a Merry Christmas, and all the very best to you and your families for 2019. ody a Wishing ever yb as and Merr y Christm 019! a prosperous 2 uk ithjournal.co. www.locksm aller.co.uk www.proinst -uk.com www.clearview Still the safe choice in an uncertain year » » DESPITE THE ONGOING ECONOMIC uncertainty, the security market has continued to grow in 2018. This may be partly due to customers seeking to improve levels of protection around their homes and businesses. Advances in technology have also brought CCTV, smart locks and remote alarm/monitoring systems into the realm of affordable security solutions. For Burg-Wächter UK, 2018 has seen several innovative ‘Smart Security’ solutions introduced into the UK and Irish CONSISTENT SERVICE AND WORLDWIDE CUSTOMER BASE » » CARLISLE BRASS IS A UK BASED designer, manufacturer and distributor of quality architectural ironmongery. Since our establishment in 1986, we have become one of the most recognised brands within the UK and Ireland. Our worldwide customer base is supported from the headquarters in Carlisle, UK and Dubai, UAE. We are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 registered, which means our products are fully traceable from the point of manufacture to the point of delivery. Our consistent service encouraged more than 1000 customers to choose to trade with us for more than 10 years. The top 10 UK housing developers specify our products. We are a member of the Supply Chain Sustainability School and have been recognised with Gold Member status. We can supply everything from 5-pin, 6-pin, 10-pin and 15 pin cylinders and are available as KA or KTD, and guarantee a consistent and speedy service, delivered by our team of 12. markets, including the BurgCam video surveillance and BurgProtect wireless alarm/monitoring systems, whilst the company’s Safe Centre Partnership has continued to expand its safe dealer network across the UK and Ireland. With its European parent company busy developing further innovations and expanding existing ranges, the company hopes to continue to grow security sales for locksmiths in 2019 and help them think beyond the initial sale; making the most of each customer’s visit. Cylinder Workshop Increased stock for better service and more choice Faster lead times for KA /KTD cylinders Next day service for mortice locks Speak to our specialists on 01254 274140 or email [email protected] www.carlislebrass.com LOCKSMITHJOURNAL.CO.UK | NOV/DEC 2018 Sponsored by ABUS Eurospec Cylinder Shop full page advert.indd 1 14/11/2018 09:32