As the evenings get darker and the nights get longer, safety and security – always of paramount concern – become an even more important consideration, as burglaries are more common during this time of the year. Here, Roland Etheridge, Category Manager at IronmongeryDirect, discusses some of the key products for keeping properties safe and secure during the winter months.
IronmongeryDirect, the UK’s largest supplier of architectural ironmongery, has a wide range of products from trusted manufacturers, such as ERA, Altro and Touchpoint, in stock to help protect homes, businesses and their occupants from theft. Some highlights of the range include:
Altro Heavy Duty Tubular Latch
Suitable for bolt through door furniture, the Altro Heavy Duty Tubular Latch is quick to install and easily reversible for left or right-handed applications. The heavy double springing ensures positive return of the lever or knob to its original position whilst the soft bolt spring ensures the latch locates into its keep quietly, making it ideal for use in HMOs. In addition, the latch comes with a removeable forend that can be replaced without having to remove the lock, allowing for easy maintenance and supporting the continued performance of the latch.
What’s more, the Altro Heavy Duty Tubular Latch is CERTIFIRE approved and CE/UKCA marked with a 60-minute fire rating, making it fully compliant with all British standards and regulations for fire doors.
5 Pin 70mm Euro Thumbturn Cylinder
The Touchpoint 5 Pin 70mm Euro Thumbturn Cylinder is an economical alternative to architectural cylinders, providing the same security and peace of mind for less. Euro Thumbturn Cylinders are suitable for use on a range of doors, including most UPVC, composite, wooden and metal doors, and are opened using a key externally and a thumbturn internally for ease of exit. Available in Polished Nickel and Polished Brass, this thumbturn cylinder features rust-proof springs for added durability and is supplied with three keys.
ERA Double Locking Nightlatch
Designed to replace most existing front door locks, and ideal for use with solid or glass panelled wooden doors, the ERA Double Locking Nightlatch is a versatile and dependable option for home security on darker nights and all year round. The main bolt automatically deadlocks when the door is closed, and the inside handle can be deadlocked by an anti-clockwise turn of the key from the inside, offering added protection against forced entry.
Altro Euro Profile Sashlock
The Altro Euro Profile Sashlock is part of the manufacturer’s Easi T range – a range of medium duty locks which are ideal for commercial use. It comes with a 1.5mm heavy duty steel case and medium duty spring and is suitable for use with sprung door furniture. The patented Easi-T reversal system means the latch bolt can be reversed quickly and easily without having to open the lock case.
CERTIFIRE approved and CE marked with a 60-minute fire rating, this product also comes with a 10-year guarantee, giving business owners the added security of long-lasting value and performance.
IronmongeryDirect is the UK’s largest online supplier of ironmongery to the trade, with over 18,000 products in stock including everything from specialist mortice locks and latches, to cylinders and access control hardware. Locksmiths can choose from a range of flexible delivery options to meet the needs of their busy schedules, including next day delivery, same day delivery to postcodes in selected areas of London and the East of England, as well as click and collect from 6,500 pick up points across the UK.