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WINDOW HARDWARE SPECIFICATION MADE EASY WITH TECHNICAL CD-ROM FROM SECURISTYLE

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Leading window hardware manufacturer Securistyle makes the specification process easy with the launch of its new technical CD-Rom. A comprehensive guide to its enhanced range of market leading products, the CD-Rom focuses on what specifiers should consider when selecting safe, secure hinges, handles and locking mechanisms that are going to perform well in the long-term.

Securistyle director Nigel Thompson says: “Local authorities and housing association specifiers have a duty to their residents to fit the most appropriate window hardware, taking into consideration issues such as safety, security, fire egress and corrosion as well the requirements of the Decent Homes Standard and the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA).

“The technical CD-ROM is a user-friendly guide which provides in-depth product information, fitting instructions and transforms complex issues into simple terminology.”

A free copy of the technical CD-ROM can be obtained by calling Securistyle on 01242 221200.

For further press information please contact:
Monica Green or Sophie Pope
The Partners Group
105 The Mount
York
YO24 1GY
Tel: 01904 610077
Fax: 01904 641646
email: monica@partners-group.co.uk


CHINESE TAKE AWAY FOR SECURISTYLE

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Chinese imports are commonplace in the British window industry but one UK manufacturer has turned the tables and is taking the Chinese market by storm.

Securistyle is the UK’s leading window hardware manufacturer and its reputation is spreading to the Far East. Increased business has led to the company producing a corporate brochure and product guide.

Focusing on the company’s commitment to product innovation and development, investment in people and new products, the brochure gives customers a flavour of the investment Securistyle is making now and in the future and the ethos behind this approach. The firm is half way through a five-year £5 million product development programme, which has seen 80% of its market leading product range enhanced to accommodate changes to British and European legislation.

The international and UK case studies included within the brochure – The Main Tower, Frankfurt, Germany, Ministry of Education, Singapore and Aldwyck Housing Association, London – reflect Securistyle’s market leading position in the commercial, new build and social housing markets.

Nigel Thompson, sales director at Securistyle, comments, “The corporate brochure has been designed to educate our customers, both here and abroad, on the investments we are making and what we are working towards. As market leaders, our product range is second to none and we continue to develop products for the future. China is just one of the countries that is recognising the quality of our product range and we expect to see a buoyant export market.”

To receive a copy of the corporate brochure in English or for more information on all of Securistyle’s products please call Maria Fatica on 01242 221200 or contact Securistyle.

For further press information, please contact:

Monica Green or Sophie Pope
The Partners Group
105 The Mount
York
YO24 1GY

  • Tel: 01904 610077
  • Fax: 01904 641646
  • Email:monica@partners-group.co.uk


    • ‘TAKE ADVICE BEFORE YOU ACT’ URGES SECURISTYLE

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    Leading window hardware supplier Securistyle is urging fabricators and installers to take advice before replacing windows to ensure that recent changes to Building Regulations compliance regarding fire egress are met.

    Ken Evans at Securistyle explains: “FENSA under the directive from the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister (ODPM) are having to change their guidance where means of escape windows are concerned. We believe this is a huge issue for the window industry as it means that in some instances there may be a requirement to redesign the window.

    “The new directive means that matters cannot be made worse by either change of design or by change of material, even if the proportion of the window (mullion centres) are maintained. For example, changing from a metal window to a PVC-u frame window will result in the opening being reduced, simply because of the material change.

    “As we understand it if the original window conformed and the change in material produces a reduction of opening to less than the minimum size required in the Building Regulations then a redesign will be necessary.

    “It appears the ODPM and FENSA are not prepared to compromise on this issue. FENSA have been instructed to ensure their registered businesses follow the new rules and therefore all future inspections will be on that basis.”

    “Like for like replacements may not always be possible under the new requirements, therefore we believe the person or organisation taking the order from the client, becomes the designer, and therefore responsible for the risk assessment. All window companies should be aware of the full implications of this responsibility and seek further advice.”

    UK manufacturer Securistyle has more than 25 years’ experience of developing products and solutions for the UK window industry. It is halfway through a five-year £5 million investment programme, which has seen 80% of its product range redesigned to comply with recent and forthcoming changes to Building Regulations, British and European Standards.

    Says Ken Evans: “We realise that any changes in regulations can cause considerable confusion we are more than happy to put forward our experience in helping window companies, both fabricators and installers, find the right solutions to these issues.
    Securistyle’s enhanced Defender Egress friction hinge with centre track fixing provides improved weathersealing, smoother closure and greater stability and may form part of the solution to this latest requirement by the ODPM. Our advice to fabricators and installers is not to panic and to seek advice. The regulations are complex but by working with a reputable hardware supplier such as Securistyle you will be able to find the right solution and protect yourself from potential prosecution.”

    All Securistyle Defender friction hinges come with a “no quibble” 10-year guarantee and are available in 430 ferritic, and 304 austenitic stainless steel for enhanced corrosion resistance.

    For more information on all Securistyle products or to arrange a meeting to discuss Building Regulations and British Standards please call Maria Fatica on 01242 221200 or contact Securistyle.


    For further press information, please contact:

    Monica Green or Lucy Calvert
    The Partners Group
    105 The Mount
    York
    YO24 1GY

  • Tel: 01904 610077
  • Fax: 01904 641646
  • Email: monica@partners-group.co.uk


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