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CAME KMS now announced the rollout of a number of quality of life updates to its SimpleKey Web (SKW) platform, designed to provide installers, end users, and advantage residents with new tools, improved usability, and enhanced security — all at no additional cost. October 2025 update The October 2025 update introduces several new features, including: Sign-Off Certificate Email Confirmations: Installers can now generate digitally approved sign-off certificates and send them directly to multiple email addresses, strengthening audit trails and customer documentation. Certificates can be issued on the day of sign-off or retrospectively, ensuring accuracy for both existing and future installations. Embedded Help Pages: Help resources are now embedded directly into SKW installations, providing faster access and eliminating potential firewall or external site conflicts. This improves usability and strengthens organisational security. Updated Communication Device Naming: To improve clarity, SKW has simplified communication device terminology, aligning names with current mobile and broadband technologies. This ensures consistency across devices from legacy 2G systems to modern 4G-ready controllers. Quick contact reference A frequently updated contact directory has been integrated into the Help Pages, giving users direct access to the UK Business Development Manager team for faster support. “These updates reflect our commitment to continuous improvement,” said Russell Mayes, Product Manager, CAME KMS. “We listen to installer and customer feedback, and by delivering these updates at no extra cost, we ensure SimpleKey Web remains a trusted, future-ready solution.” Benefiting from the new features The new features will begin appearing across SKW installations from October 2025. No action is required by users, updates will roll out automatically. Installers and housing providers can start benefiting from the new features as soon as they appear. For installation guides, video tutorials, and additional resources, visit the official CAME UK YouTube channel. To stay informed about future developments, join the CAME KMS mailing list or follow CAME KMS on LinkedIn.

CAME UK released a new digital brushless underground operator. Their most advanced gate motor is yet available to installers throughout the UK.  FROG-X gate motor The brand new Digitally Controlled Brushless Underground Operator is fully available. Following a programme of real-world installer testing and installation, to ensure seamless integration into future automation projects for all, CAME is proud to present its brand new brushless 24V gate motor.  Designed to provide unmatched reliability, efficiency, and control, FROG-X combines advanced technology with sleek aesthetics to deliver a gate operator that surpasses all expectations.  Key features There are so many improvements that are set to revolutionise installations across the UK:  Fast and silent – refined opening for prestige entranceways. Improved stress resistance – hardened and tempered steel gearing for increased stability.  Advanced electronics – for precise control and guided configuration. Adaptive speed and torque – assuring better reliability and safety in case of obstacles. Easier wiring, with no additional encoder – saves time.  Incredible weatherproofing at IP67 protection. Fully retrofit compatibility – for easy installation in every scenario.  No-nonsense connectivity with a smartphone – intuitive and time-saving. Easy and quick installation But don’t just take CAME’s word for it. Here’s what their testers said, “A pleasure to install,” said CAME Gate Installer in Northeast Lincolnshire. “Smooth as silk and a breeze to install,” said CAME Gate Installer in Middlesborough.  “It's a game changer. We have now switched over completely to the Frog-X,” said CAME Gate Installer in Cambridgeshire. “The installation is quicker and easier due to simplified wiring. A much smoother and silent underground motor,” said CAME Gate Installer in Herefordshire. Best-in-class FROG-X motor and control panel “We are very excited to finally launch the next generation digitally controlled brushless underground system, FROG-X. The UK & Ireland has been one of the first CAME export markets to receive the product within the global CAME network," said James Bostock, Managing Director of CAME UK.  He adds, "Our valued and trusted installer network has also had its part to play throughout the entire development process giving us critical product feedback along the way ensuring CAME delivers an installer-friendly, best-in-class FROG-X motor and control panel. Combining FROG-X with our award-winning CAME CONNECT cloud system is a system that we believe simply cannot be matched!” 

Amthal partners with CAME BPT on a number of prestigious projects to create bespoke door entry systems that operate using integrated smart technology for the benefit of residents across the UK. Renowned intercom specialists CAME BPT has continued to specify use of Amthal, operating with leading real estate consultants to design and integrate door entry solutions in line with high-end specification. Specialist networked systems This minimises the supply chain and ensures a more efficient works programme from start to finish, and ongoing" CAME BPT and Amthal have worked together from initial design and specification stages to create specialist networked systems, incorporating high-end smart technology entrance panels and video hands free intercom handsets. Says Steve Bond, Installer East Sales Manager at CAME BPT UK: “Amthal as an all-encompassing fire and security specialist, collaborates well with our team to deliver on smart technology, created and installed to achieve exact customer expectations. The real professionalism is shown in Amthal’s ability to partner with us right from the initial design process, through planned installation to maintenance and monitoring services. To the customer, this minimises the supply chain and ensures a more efficient works programme from start to finish, and ongoing!” Smart video control Most recently, Amthal and CAME BPT have collaborated to upgrade smart video control at the prestigious Arundel Square development. Based in the heart of Islington, Arundel Square has been designed in symmetry of the surrounding prominent Victorian terraces. Run by a Resident’s Management Company (RMC,) it presents studios 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with full concierge services, overlooking a professionally landscaped vista of an established garden square. With every finishing detail considered in line with the sensitive design, a necessary upgrade to its video intercom system was extensively planned with a bespoke solution, created by CAME BPT in partnership with Amthal to complete the integrated installation. Jamie Allam, Amthal Commercial Director concluded: “The work at Arundel Square is testament to our close working relationship with CAME BPT, whereby we are confident in their products and know we can operate together well to ensure a smooth delivery with minimal disruption to those involved.” Remote monitoring Amthal Fire & Security is dedicated to satisfying end user needs for security safety and convenience “By being involved so early on, we are able to understand and make recommendations on the right approach, when it comes to security design and installation without compromising on style or cutting-edge technology. The result is the perfect blend of smart security, to add finishing touches to any development and guarantee a very professional job all round.” Independently owned, Amthal Fire & Security is dedicated to satisfying end user needs for security safety and convenience offering design, installation, service and remote monitoring of advanced electronic fire & security solutions, including intruder, fire, access and CCTV systems. Amthal Fire & Security are accredited by the Security Systems and Alarm Inspection Board (SSAIB) United Kingdom Accreditation Services (UKAS) and British Approvals for Fire Equipment (BAFE).