The European Association for Passive Fire Protection (EAPFP) has declared additional national approvals for CE-marked construction products are a clear barrier to trade and contravene European law. The move comes following the introduction in Germany of an additional national approval … Continue reading →

Pay-per-click (PPC) advertising such as Google’s AdWords is becoming more and more important to many locksmith business’s marketing efforts. When used well, it’s a highly targeted and cost-effective way of driving valuable business your way. However, like many sectors where … Continue reading →

Relcross have completely revamped their Keylex e-commerce website and turned it into a comprehensive resource on digital locks for trade users only. The site gives  immediate access to the complete range of Keylex Commercial Grade Mechanical Digital Locks and associated … Continue reading →

Exova, the global testing, calibration and advisory services provider, has opened a new 50,000 square foot supersite in Wednesbury, UK. Serving national and international customers in the automotive, door, window and hardware industries, the new testing facility draws together expertise … Continue reading →

For many years ABUS Door Bars have made a successful contribution to ABUS’ security portfolio in Germany.  While these products offer spectacular additional door security, their very specific fitting requirements have meant their sale in the UK would be mostly … Continue reading →

Before 1916, if you wanted goods from a grocery store, you would hand a list of items to a clerk, who would then go through the store, gathering the goods on your behalf. And then, one fine day in Memphis, … Continue reading →

Eurocell – the UK’s leading manufacturer, distributor and recycler of window, door, conservatory and roofline products – has announced the acquisition of PVCu Window and Door hardware distributor, Security Hardware Ltd. With a turnover of approximately £4 million, Willenhall-based Security … Continue reading →

A new high end, fully patented cylinder lock range with a lifetime trade mark has been launched by HOPPE (UK) for a wide range of commercial, residential and industrial needs. The AR3000 range boasts a unique 14mm core which allows … Continue reading →

The best industry professionals and most promising newcomers within the international door hardware industry were recognised at the Institute of Architectural Ironmongers (IAI) Awards. The IAI Fellowship Award is always given to an individual who has shown a longstanding and … Continue reading →

  Axim Architectural Hardware  are celebrating their 30 year anniversary in 2017 and are delighted to have reached this milestone. Axim Architectural Hardware is a division of TPG (The Parkside Group Ltd)  and was formed originally in1987 at Godstone, Surrey.  … Continue reading →

With crime analysis revealing a seasonal spike in shed and garage break-ins between March and May, and the contents of the average shed and other items left outside in the garden worth £2,000[1], Kasp®, the leading brand in security from … Continue reading →

Avocet Hardware has continued its fight against burglars with the launch of www.abs-secure.co.uk – a brand new website that brings together all the relevant information about lock-snapping, and how to counter it using the company’s market leading snap secure locks, … Continue reading →

Trojan are renowned for delivering high-quality, value-added hardware solutions which keep homes and families safe, while offering tangible benefits to fabricators and installers. Their latest pair of new products is no exception and Window Ware are proud to add them … Continue reading →

Security specialists Yale has announced the appointment of Veronica Adams as Territory Manager for the South East region, reinforcing its focus on strengthening its support network for trade customers. Veronica brings with her a wealth of expertise and experience to … Continue reading →