Charlotte Armstrong

A unique perspective on preferences and trends across the sector. Creating kerb appeal According to HOPPE (UK)’s business development manager Darren Shufflebotham, polished brass is becoming less popular. Once a finish of choice among homeowners, it’s now being replaced with … Continue reading →

We caught up with Able2Access, a well-established business in Leicester with a 15-year history, that has recently undergone a change in ownership. The company was acquired by Sara Farrington and Brett Howard, both of whom were former employees with a … Continue reading →

The Ultion Nuki has been awarded the BSI IoT Kitemark™, marking a significant achievement in the security standards for smart home devices. This certification is proof of Ultion’s commitment to providing premium security solutions for the growing smart home market. … Continue reading →

We had the pleasure of catching up with one of, if not the, UK’s oldest locksmiths! Dennis Cozzi is still working in the locksmith trade at the grand age of 85, running A & D Cozzi based in Stevenage along … Continue reading →

Mul-T-Lock’s MTL™300 Break Secure® 3XP has been installed by Shearline Locksmiths and designed on a one-key system for the security and convenience of innovative start-up, Kinisi Run Hub. The Bristol-based running specialist is now open for business, offering in-depth moving … Continue reading →

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland is highlighting its commitment to youth development by recognising the growth and contributions of one of its team members, Callum Starkey, a Quantity Surveyor within the commercial team. After discovering an interest in … Continue reading →

Codelocks has secured CE marking for its mortice locks and tubular latches, establishing an extensive range of access control solutions and fire door assemblies with CE-certified locks and latches. This achievement provides specifiers, installers, and end-users with comprehensive quality assurance, … Continue reading →

Autowave, a prominent provider in car keys and programming equipment, has signed a supply agreement with YMF Car Parts. All seven of YMF’s branches now sell replacement keys and deliver to their customers on the same day. With YMF’s extensive … Continue reading →

Northgate has turned to TVL Group for the supply and installation of an array of vehicle security products for new Ford e-Transit electric vans for its customer the Nurture Group. Nurture Group is a specialist in grounds maintenance, landscape construction, … Continue reading →

Codelocks is building on the already impressive pedigree of its flagship locker lock range. Eighteen years on from the launch of the first KitLock product, known at the time as the Cabinet Lock, Codelocks has been steadily evolving and developing … Continue reading →

ARRONE, a HOPPE brand, has extended its range of mortice satin stainless steel locks to provide options for both door manufacturers and on-site installers. Already available with a radius corner, ideal for large-volume door manufacturers where the cut out is … Continue reading →

Perfect Workwear – for less than perfect days. Snickers Workwear’s new range of lightweight Mid-layers are a Fusion of style and performance – built for active work in the Autumn. Crafted for full flexibility on site and optimal comfort and … Continue reading →

The Ultion Nuki has been awarded the BSI IoT Kitemark™, marking a significant achievement in the security standards for smart home devices. This certification is proof of Ultion’s commitment to providing premium security solutions for the growing smart home market. … Continue reading →

Paul Thompson, Head of Specification & Openings Studio for ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions, discusses the duty of contractors to ensure a building’s fire doors are installed correctly, and how Building Information Modelling (BIM) holds the key to ensuring compliance. Since … Continue reading →