Door Industry Journal - Spring 2014

spring 2014 THE door industry journal 6 Sales Success at Aluroll Leads to Expansion Aluroll - the Shropshire based company, has moved its manufacturing operation to a larger site. 24 Allegion Provides Bomb Blast Protection at Heathrow Following the unforgettable events of 911, Dor-O-Matic bomb rated automatic doors have been fitted on all main entrances throughout the terminal building . 47 Garage Door Systems Launch Liftmaster Evolution Range GDS officially launched the new Liftmaster Evolution Range at the studios of Edd China, the star of ‘Wheeler Dealers’, in Bracknell, Berkshire. 52 Are Steel Doors About to Come of Age? With steel doors undergoing a metamorphosis in recent years, new regulations could be about to speed up the market. 54 Compliance Locked Up As we come up to one year on since the regulation came into force, how is CE marking affecting decisions made within the door industry? 62 Concealment Brings Hidden Benefits The recent introduction of a Free Swing model has further enhanced the appeal of Samuel Heath’s Powermatic® controlled, concealed door closers. 72 The Myth of the Self-Locking Gate Motor Do you know the difference between a reversible (‘non-locking’) gate motor and an irreversible (‘locking’) gate motor? 74 The Hottest Ticket in Las Vegas The IDAExpo is always a hotbed of activity. Have you got your ticket yet to the hottest event in town? 76 The Captain’s Trousers A navy captain is alerted by his First Mate that there is a pirate ship coming towards them. Why does he asks a sailor to get him his red shirt? Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk contents 5 industry news industrial doors garage doors doorsets building hardware powered gates across the pond take a break 6 20 29 50 57 69 74 76 classifieds/ advertising 77 6 DHF aims to raise the standards of training throughout the industry The imminent appointment of a full time DHF training manager signals the federation’s commitment to expand its training offering. fire & security 54