Door Industry Journal - Spring 2015

Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 92 THE door industry journal spring 2015 building hardware TRAKA 21 FROM MUL-T-LOCK Mul-T-Lock UK now offers the Traka21, stand-alone key management system. Traka21 combines innovative RFID technology and robust design for locksmiths to offer small and medium sized businesses intelligent management of up to 21 keys or keysets in an affordable plug and play unit. Traka21 authorises, secures and monitors all keys, automatically controlling and recording when a key is used and by whom - information which is made available either through the cabinet’s display or by exporting on a USB pen drive. Easy to operate, the user can simply enter a unique PIN code to gain access to the cabinet, with green LEDs indicating those keys to which this user has access. The user cannot remove keys highlighted by the red LEDs, which continue to remain locked in place. To return the key, the user enters their PIN to access the cabinet again, and an amber light indicates the return position. Simple reports can be reviewed on the screen, and exported data such as audit trails can be viewed and manipulated on a computer using Excel or similar. Kevin Menzies, Sales Manager for Mul-T-Lock UK, said: “Although commercial security is becoming increasingly sophisticated, there is still a lack of management when it comes to business critical keys. “In some cases keys are often left in open view or unsecure locations, meaning they can easily get lost or taken by unauthorised persons. This creates the risk of losing security of access to buildings, facilities, secure areas, equipment, machinery, lockers, cabinets and vehicles. “Traka21’s market-leading, innovative plug and play system is a simple, efficient and cost- effective solution for locksmiths to offer, helping trace and account for every key or keyset, to ensure security is not jeopardised.” For further information on the Traka21 or other products and services available from Mul-T-Lock UK, please visit www.mul-t-lock.com ALLEGION INTRODUCES INSPEC - A COMPLETE SPECIFICATION SOLUTION FOR DOOR HARDWARE Leading global provider of security and safety solutions, Allegion, has placed an emphasis on complete specification solutions to save specifiers, architects and contractors time and resources, through the launch of inspec - a new Specification Guide for 2015. inspec marks a move towards consultancy for the specialist security provider, enabling specifiers and architects to seek complete building solutions through products designed to work together, from one provider. Comprising a host of innovative solutions - encompassing details such as aesthetics, price, certifications and compliancy, and assurance of product guarantee periods of up to 10 years - inspec has been created to meet the needs of the healthcare, education, hospitality, and other commercial building sectors. Within the comprehensive guide are the details of Allegion’s market leading security and architectural ironmongery innovations, including brands such as Briton, CISA, Von Duprin, Normbau and Schlage. The suitability of each product is outlined for specific applications, addressing CE Markings and Building Regulations to ensure fire, life-safety and accessibility requirements are met. Alongside presenting precision manufactured units for exceptional ease of use and reliability, the guide is also backed by bespoke software, and a strong and dedicated specification team at Allegion, who will provide further technical support and service. Phil Street, Commercial Director for the UK and MEA regions at Allegion commented: “From door-sets and closers, to access control systems, and panic hardware, when it comes to mechanical hardware and security product specification, there can be an overwhelming amount of detail to consider. “Understanding such pressures has led to the development of the new inspec guide, which will aid accurate specification by providing expert advice to the industry, extending our role as a manufacturer even further.” All Allegion products are offered with industry needs in mind and are backed up by the company’s full design and project capabilities, providing end to end solutions for all security needs. The guide is now available to download at www.britoninspec.co.uk