Door Industry Journal - Summer 2016

108 THE door industry journal summer 2016 building hardware Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk THE SMART CHOICE FROM SECUREFAST Securefast plc, one of the UK’s Leading Security and Access Control providers has announced the launch of the SmartLock Proximity Access System as part of the company’s wide range of mechanical and electronic access control solutions. The stylish new Smartlock ASL900 is a wire free, stand alone, intelligent computer based access control system that uses MIFARE® RFID proximity card technology, which offers a cable free, easy to operate and secure access solution that is ideal for both small and large installations such as public buildings, hotels, schools, colleges, offices, hospitals and residential accommodation. With 60min fire rating, the new Smartlock by Securefast incorporates centralised card programming, which utilises easy to use Windows based software that enables individual and personalised card access to doors and areas, time and date validity and shift control, all without the need for unsightly cable installations around the building. The Smartlock Virtual network system includes a battery powered door mounted lock, a mains powered controller that governs the frame mounted electric locking mechanisms, lifts, barriers etc. and the Total Management software, which can include card printing and system integration. Alternatively, the Smartlock ASL900W by Securefast is a wireless networked version which offers all the advantages of the standalone system, but with the benefit of wireless networking including features such as instant card cancelling, real-time logging and fault reporting. For the ultimate in secure, flexible and easy to use access control, the new Smartlock system from Securefast provides the perfect economic solution. For further information on the Smartlock range please contact the sales team at Securefast on 01543 501600 or visit the website www.securefast.co.uk . PASSIVE HOUSE CERTIFIED DESIGNER PET FLAP It probably never occurs to homeowners until they get a cat, how important a pet flap can be. Not only does it provide a means of access for your pets, but it also has to ensure that the security (and insulation) of your property is maintained. Pet flaps are particularly essential when your cat isn’t homebound, and they have definitely come a long way in the last few years. However, if you are installing a spectacular door (which no doubt will be an expensive one too) then it would be a crime to have a white eyesore of a pet flap ruining its’ natural beauty even if it is a side door. So what are the options? Well, Urban Front have a fantastic product that allows you to ‘hide’ your pet flap on the outside of the door, keep you safe with extra security and also prevent all of those draughts that come with having any sort of opening at the bottom of your door. As already stated in the headline, this pet flap is also Passive House certified and the pictures we’ve included are of a house which is Passive as well. As you can see on the outside of the door above, the pet flap is barely visible and opens automatically for your cat/dog as they approach and then closes automatically behind them (working from a chip under their skin). The pet flap also has a remote control for you to lock it if you need to and security bolts to ensure no-one or nothing else can enter. For more information about costs and details about this Pet Flap please call Urban Front on 01494 778787 or visit www.urbanfront.com . External View Barely Visible Installation Internal View (open)