Tim Almond

Adams Rite’s locks offer enhanced security with thermally efficient aluminium single and double doorsets by Krestel Aluminium Systems that have been proven to successfully resist all PAS24 attacks Adams Rite, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions is working with Kestrel Aluminium Systems to secure properties with doorsets tested to the important UK security standard PAS24. According to The Crime Prevention Website, enhanced secure doors and “their performance in terms of their contribution to reducing burglary has been quite breathtaking.” PAS24 is supported by Secured by Design on behalf of the UK Police Service. Resisting PAS24 attacks Kestrel Aluminum Systems are supplying a wide range of properties including dwellings and commercial properties, with the thermally efficient aluminium single and double doorsets that have been proven to successfully resist all PAS24 attacks. The doorsets offer ‘enhanced security’ and incorporate Adams Rite’s innovative Sentinel M commercial multi-point locks, which includes the new 3-star security rated cylinder platform. Thermal protection and high security Steven Shute, Managing Director at Kestrel Aluminium Systems, said, “Working with Adams Rite has allowed us to use ASSA ABLOY’s UKAS accredited test lab to ensure our components resisted all PAS24 attacks, without failure or opening.” “The testing included timed manual attack methods, hard and soft body impact tests, and mechanical load testing of 4500N, providing us with the confidence that our doorsets will not only conserve heat, but will also adequately protect the occupants and assets in a range of projects.” Tim Almond, OEM Commercial Manager for ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, said, “We are delighted to have such a longstanding working relationship with Kestrel Aluminum Systems, which enables us to help deliver the high level of security required across a number of buildings in order to reduce burglary.” “Sentinel M is a versatile solution that can be used in a variety of environments including hospitals, leisure facilities and commercial projects.” Save

Adams Rite and Total Glass come together to test an aluminium commercial swing door to PAS24 standard Adams Rite, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, is a provider in door opening solutions, and has successfully worked with Total Glass to test an aluminium commercial swing door to PAS24 standard. Access control for electric locks The doorset incorporated an Adams Rite direct pull magnet, which will be used as part of an access control system for electric locking, as well as UNION’s DC840 concealed door closer. The rigorous testing process, which took place in the ASSA ABLOY UKAS accredited test lab, provided the benchmarks to show the doorset has the capability to withstand sustained usage within a variety of environments. PAS24 security standard  Having undergone timed manual attacking methods, hard and soft body impact tests, and static load testing up to 4500N, the doorsets were successfully tested to PAS24. Chris Valentine, Technical Manager at Total Glass, said: “We have been manufacturing and supplying UPVC and aluminium products to the construction and building trade since 1981. It is essential that we work with trusted component manufacturers and test laboratories to ensure our doors are both secure and durable, and ASSA ABLOY were able to meet our requirements.” Tim Almond, Commercial Manager for ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, said: “We are pleased that we have been able to offer support to Total Glass to enable them to launch their commercial swing door.”

The doorset featured UNION Optimus3 sashlock, Specification Skyline hinges and door handles as well as DC840 concealed door closer ASSA ABLOY UK has tested a timber doorset with a range of ASSA ABLOY hardware to the PAS24 standard. A UNION sashlock from its Optimus3 range was fitted in the timber doorset, offering high performance security, ideal for use in social housing, residential care home and student accommodation. It is also suitable for uniform door preparation in large-scale projects. The doorset also featured bespoke door handles, as well as hinges from the ASSA ABLOY Specification Skyline range, which combine aesthetics with function, ergonomics, safety and longevity. ASSA ABLOY’s DC840 concealed door closer with Cam-Motion technology was used within the PAS24 test. The door closer would assist the user with the lowest possible opening forces, while retaining a high closing force. Rigorous PAS24 testing process The rigorous testing process, which took place in the ASSA ABLOY UKAS accredited test lab, provided the benchmarks to show the doorsets offer ‘Enhanced Security’, providing protection against attack within a variety of environments, including education, commercial and retail. Having undergone timed manual attacking methods, hard and soft body impact tests, and static load testing up to 4500N, the doorsets were successfully tested to PAS24. Tim Almond, Commercial Manager - OEM for ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, said: “The Optimus3 mortice lock provided the level of security needed for the doorset to be tested to PAS24. The Optimus3 range is specifically designed to be quick and easy to install for the contract market and is ideal for use where high performance and aesthetics are critical. “Timber doorsets are ideal for specification in residential applications, as they offer an unassuming appearance, ensuring the accommodation provides a relaxing environment, while ensuring residents’ personal belongings are protected.”

Adams Rite supplied its innovative Sentinel M commercial multi-point locks Adams Rite, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a UK division of ASSA ABLOY, the global leader in door opening solutions, has helped to provide solutions to a prestigious commercial property that required a higher level of security. Project Kestrel Aluminum Systems and Adams Rite supplied components to Fabrique Specialist Glazing Systems Ltd, who manufactured and installed bespoke doorsets that meet the PAS24 standard, offering ‘Enhanced Security’ to all exterior doors at the residence. Adams Rite supplied its innovative Sentinel M commercial multi-point locks, incorporating the new 3 star security rated cylinder platform and automatic overhead concealed door closers to the project. Maintained high level of security Steve Hildrith, Managing Director at Fabrique Specialist Glazing Systems Ltd, said: “Kestrel Aluminum Systems provided us with training to ensure that our manufacturing process maintained the high level of security that doorsets needed for this project. “We have worked with Adams Rite over many years on a variety of projects and have always found the brand’s products and team to be capable and competent. We will be using Sentinel M on future high security projects.” Mike Cresswell, Technical Manager at Kestrel Aluminium Systems, said: “Working with Adams Rite allowed us to use ASSA ABLOY’s UKAS accredited test lab to ensure our components resisted all PAS24 attacks, without failure or opening. “The testing included timed manual attack methods, hard and soft body impact tests, and mechanical load testing of 4500N, providing us with the confidence that we can adequately protect the occupants at this project.” Tim Almond, Business Development Manager at Security Solutions, said: “Sentinel M is a versatile solution that can be used in a variety of environments including hospitals, leisure facilities and commercial projects. “We are pleased that Sentinel M is able to provide some peace of mind to the residents in this building.”

The resilientES8000 V-Lock was integrated in the doorset, offering a fail-open motor locking mechanism Trimec®, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, has successfully tested its V-Lock within an electronic access control security door to security standard PAS24. Working together with Focus Windows Limited, the resilient ES8000 V-Lock was integrated in the doorset, offering a fail-open motor locking mechanism, ideal for use in secure environments, such as cash offices or secure health units. The rigorous testing process, which took place in the ASSA ABLOY UKAS accredited test lab, provided the benchmarks to show the doorset has the capability to withstand sustained usage within a variety of environments, including education, commercial and retail. Having undergone timed manual attack, hard and soft body impact tests, and static load testing of 4500N at each locking point, the doorset was successfully tested to PAS24. James Davies, Focus Windows Limited said, “As the new doorset will be installed in social housing and commercial buildings, we needed to ensure the hardware we fitted would be resistant to the latest methods of attack. The V-Lock has proved to be durable and can continue to perform when subjected to sustained attack, making it a reliable and resilient security solution for us.” Tim Almond, Business Development Manager for ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions said, “The ES8000 electromechanical V-Lock provided the level of security needed for the doorset to be tested to PAS24, also allowing for misalignment.”