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Tell TVL supporters join forces at CV Show Crime Prevention Zone
13th July 2023
Tell TVL’s Crime Prevention Zone is returning to the Commercial Vehicle Show, a year after the initiative launched at the same event. In its first 12 months Tell TVL has already made impressive progress – gaining several key official supporters, … Continue reading
Coveted Award for Best Technical Innovation
12th July 2023
UAP’s TS008 Soterian Slim Letter plate has been crowned the Best Technical Innovation at the GGP Installer Awards 2023 last Thursday. Run by Glass and Glazing Products (GGP) magazine, the awards recognise the hard work and professionalism of the UK’s … Continue reading
Make ‘LiteWork’ of working in Summer
5th July 2023
Cover up for shade with lightweight Snickers Workwear – a must for the summer months. LiteWork working clothes from Snickers Workwear are specially designed for craftsmen and craftswomen who need to keep cool when it’s hot and protected when it’s … Continue reading
Kaz for President
5th July 2023
GEZE UK MD Kaz Spiewakowski looks to focus on education and further developing relationships with RIBA and overseas members as well as ensure value for members as he takes over the two-year presidency of the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI). … Continue reading
GAI launches improved CPD model for 2023
3rd July 2023
The Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) has introduced a new model for the continuing professional development (CPD) of Registered Architectural Ironmongers (RegAIs) and others working in the architectural ironmongery sector. The changes have been designed to ensure the annual CPD … Continue reading
Aesthetic Access Control: Finding the Balance
30th June 2023
Where access control is concerned, architects and design teams must find the right balance between aesthetics, functionality and security, says Daniel May of Consort Architectural Hardware. Following a period of innovation and integration, access control has developed into an ever-prominent … Continue reading
Zoo Hardware confirms commitment to UKCA Certification
30th June 2023
One of the UK’s leading designers and suppliers of architectural door hardware, Zoo Hardware, has announced that it will continue to conform with the requirements of the new UKCA marking, despite its deadline being extended from January 2023 to June … Continue reading
MLA Training Facilities Secure with Mul-T-Lock eCLIQ
30th June 2023
The Master Locksmith Association (MLA) has once again turned to Mul-T-Lock to install its innovative eCLIQ solution at its state-of-the-art training facilities based at its headquarters, to provide a high level of access control. As the premier trade association for … Continue reading
Why Is Toyota Bringing Back Mechanical Keys?
26th June 2023
The automotive industry has seen plenty of changes in the past few years, and one of the most significant is the rise of electronic car keys. Electronic car keys offer convenience and enhanced security features compared to traditional mechanical keys. Now, however, … Continue reading
Abloy UK’s eCLIQ Solution Secures Hospital Estate
23rd June 2023
Security expert Abloy UK supplied NHS Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, with the eCLIQ® electromechanical solution for their on-site facilities management and security. NHS Raigmore provides an extensive range of healthcare services – surgical, medical, clinical support – and with eight floors, … Continue reading
Specialist Online Business Welcomed to the Group
23rd June 2023
UAP, a specialist in locks and hardware for doors and windows, continues to expand with the purchase of an online business. Maher London is the fourth company to join UAP within recent years. Prior to acquiring Security Hardware in 2022, … Continue reading
Security for any project with IronmongeryDirect
21st June 2023
Leading specialist trade supplier IronmongeryDirect has once again broadened its portfolio, offering locksmiths a vast range of lock and security products, from everyday options to maximum security solutions. The huge range includes over 800 mortice locks and latches and 600 … Continue reading
Codelocks supports convenience and customer care for SDS London
21st June 2023
Juggling the demands for thorough customer support and swift order collection can be difficult, especially when customer numbers are high due to online orders. To deal with this challenge, SDS London sought Codelocks’ help in creating queue-busting click and collect … Continue reading
Mul-T-Lock Combats the Rise in Shoplifting Incidents
16th June 2023
  Security specialist Mul-T-Lock is working with its network of locksmith dealers across the UK to support retailers, following the latest Police data showing an alarming increase in shoplifting incidents. The Police data, reports a 21.1% rise in shoplifting over … Continue reading