Garador have just expanded their range of standard colours on their market leading sectional garage doors. Two beautiful new colours, Agate Grey (RAL 7038) and Chartwell Green (BS 14C35), have now been added to the range, providing further choice for homeowners. Agate Grey is a stunningly popular shade that matches well with modern architecture and monotone colour palettes often found in new build properties and expensive renovation projects. Its low-key formality gives a long lasting fresh look that won’t diminish over time. Chartwell Green is a lovely tranquil shade of green that was na ..read more

Introducing the new DoorBird Gigabit High-PoE-Injector A1093 – the solution for easy network expansion! With the ability to provide power and data via Ethernet cable, this injector is compatible with High-power PoE+ IEEE 802.3at and PoE IEEE 802.3af devices, ensuring versatile compatibility. The user enjoys lightning-fast 1000-Mbit/s gigabit Ethernet transmission speed and effortless setup with its Plug and Play functionality – no configuration required! Its Auto-Sensing LAN Port supports 10/100/1000 Mbit/s for optimal performance. Plus, with simple and fast installation options for mounting ..read more

Ken Price (left) presents the award to Neil Rule of Access2 seen here with Philip Goldberg (right), Treasurer of the GAI. Access2 clinched the ADSA Sponsored Product Design and Innovation Award (Electronic) at the AI Specification Awards 2024 on 18 April 2024. The Newcastle-upon-Tyne company, which specialises in the supply of master keyed cylinder locks, scooped the prestigious award for TeDee – a keyless home locking system which can be used remotely via a smartphone or watch. ADSA managing director Ken Price attended the ceremony at Southwark Cathedral and presented the award to ..read more

Leading architectural ironmonger HAF @ John Planck has received a hat trick of awards for its outstanding work on London’s prestigious The Old War Office (The OWO) renovation. Scooping the Residential Award for The OWO Residences by Raffles, as well as the Hospitality and Winner of Winners Awards for Raffles London at The OWO at the AI Specification Awards 2024, HAF @ John Planck was recognised with the accolades at a ceremony at Southwark Cathedral. Presented by the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) in conjunction with the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), the awards iden ..read more

ROAD SAFETY and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is encouraging motorcyclists to be alert to potholes and poorly-maintained road surfaces. As the riding season gets under way, GEM says more roads than ever are in poor condition, posing a serious risk to riders.  GEM is also warning of other safety hazards for riders on rural roads, where two thirds of motorcycle fatalities occur1. An exceptionally wet winter has left large amounts of mud and debris on road surfaces, compromising a rider’s ability to stop or change direction promptly. Recent data from the Asphalt Industry Allia ..read more

Three employees working at Hörmann UKs Coalville warehouse facility have just successfully completed their Team Leader Apprenticeships. Committed to providing first-class training and nurturing talent throughout the company, Hörmann worked with the Executive Development Network (EDN) who specialise in the provision of apprenticeships and training courses in leadership and management. EDN’s Level 3 Team Leader apprenticeship is a first-line management training programme which focuses on developing relationships and delivering results. Ian Russell - Warehouse & Logistics Team Leader, Lee Wi ..read more

Endurance® Doors is highlighting its impressive ability to delight homeowners across the UK with unique and highly customisable solid, secure, and stylish composite doors. To complement its extensive portfolio of over 85 door styles, which can be produced in 19 different colours, the manufacturer offers an equally impressive choice of hardware and glazing. In order to showcase these important finishing touches, the business has enhanced its already extensive website with two new and dedicated pages. Russell Hensman, group marketing manager at Endurance® Doors, comments: “When it comes to ..read more

Demo room in BFT Automation in Swindon Leading automation specialist, BFT Automation, is celebrating 20 years of business success in the UK. The BFT brand was originally founded in Italy in 1981 and opened its first UK branch in 2004 in the North of England. BFT joined the Somfy Group – a global leader in automation products for gates, garages, awnings, blinds and smart home solutions – that very same year. Today, BFT employs over 35 people in the UK and has two distribution centres with training facilities in Stockport and Swindon. Over the years, BFT has provided expert training ..read more

The Joint Competency Initiative (JCI), in which the Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA) is involved, is finalising its first framework for installers within the door, gates and shutter industry. ADSA is working with the Door Hardware Federation (DHF) and the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) to establish the first of the ‘routes to competence’ for the sector. This is due to be published next month (May). The JCI was established in response to the Building Safety Act and is considered to be the most significant change to health and safety legislation within the construction industry ..read more

Bristol-based family-run business, Shearline Locksmiths has placed its trust in Mul-T-Lock’s brand-new MVP1000 vehicle security system to enhance the security of its commercial vans. Mul-T-Lock’s MVP1000 is an entry-level locking system suited for almost any type of van door, both rear and sliding. It also has a robust aluminium body and a push-to-lock mechanism, for quick and easy keyless locking.  By installing the MVP1000 onto its commercial van, Shearline Locksmiths has instantly enhanced its van security. As an active physical and visual deterrent, it acts to prevent theft, safeguar ..read more