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    ARRONE™’s AR1500 - Why this good quality door...

    From ARRONE™, comes this little beauty of a closer. Elegant and stylish, available in a silver or satin stainless steel finish, we introduce to you the AR1500; the latest addition to our range of overhead door closers. They are flying off the shelves and it’s easy to see why; they do exactly what they were designed to do and are extremely affordable. You might think that if they are so inexpensive, there would be a compromise on product features and integrity but you’d be very wrong! Let’s take a look at...
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    The Key Advantages of Using Floor Springs

    The market has a wide variety of  door closers . You may wonder why you might choose to install floor springs rather than an overhead door closer. They do require more precision to install in comparison to rack and pinion closers. In this article, we explore some of the key reasons that you might choose a floor spring for your external or internal door. Aesthetics  <img...
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    Door Security Hardware 101

    Good quality doors and frames are often regarded as the key to property security.  However, the door and frame are only part of the wider picture. In reality, the security of the door must include the door furniture too; the hinges, the door handle, closer and, most essentially, the locking mechanism! A  lock system is fundamentally designed to prevent entry or exit to unauthorized persons or to keep specific areas protected. Traditional locks are...
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    Firedoor Responsibilities For Landlords

    It is somewhat shocking to find that many landlords fail to fit Fire Doors even though there are regulatory requirements particularly in multiple occupancy rental building.  However, it is not sufficient to just fit any old fire door; they must also have the correct fittings, be well maintained and checked regularly. The following information outlines basic requirements: Fire doors help to partition a building into zones. Most fire doors require intumescent AND smoke seals to be fitted....
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    Carrying out a fire risk assessment

    Carrying out a fire risk assessment on a regular basis is obligatory in all workplace environments, commercial premises and other places that members of the public have access to. Moreover, failure to comply with the regulations can carry serious penalties, including imprisonment in certain circumstances. If your company employs more than five staff members then the assessment must be recorded in writing and retained in a safe place. Ideally, your company should nominate one responsible person to be a fire...
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    The Importance of Compartmentation - Passive...

    There are many instances when an open-plan design just won’t do and not just because of noise and privacy issues. In hospitals, schools, offices, and hotels protective corridors, stairways, and shafts are needed to isolate the rest of the building in the event of a fire.  To meet Building Regulations all new, extended, or adapted places of work and public buildings, need to adhere to fire safety regulations. This has been an increasingly hot topic in recent years. Part of how this compliance is achieved is...
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    Is Your Home Safe From Fire?

    Unfortunately, the chief cause of most house fires is either accidental or simple carelessness; a curtain gently wafting near a burning candle, a cigarette which has not quite been stubbed out properly or a chip pan left unattended. Yes, electrical faults can occur too but they are far rarer! There are countless examples of exactly how easily a house fire can start.   Below you will find a useful fire-safety checklist which offers a few handy pointers on how to avoid becoming the victim of a house...
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    Fire Doors Are The First Line Of Defence

    Fire doors are the first line of defence in the event of a fire breaking out, designed to save lives and protect property, and yet despite the clear potential risks, fire doors are an area that is frequently neglected in both residential and commercial properties. It is essential for a fire door to play its role efficiently in terms of fire safety within a buildings fire protection system, but this can only happen providing: Careful attention has been applied to ensure that the specification...
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