With COP26 having taken place this November all eyes are on sustainability in the built environment. For Ironmongers this means that they are increasingly asked about product lifecycle.
The quest for environmental sustainability has become widespread. A recent report from Karen Trigg in the UK’s Architectural Ironmongery Journal states that a 2019 survey found 47% of internet users worldwide had stopped consuming products and services that opposed their personal values – protecting the environment topped the list as a reason for switching that product or service. With expectations on corporate responsibility also growing, it is clear that meeting environmental obligations – whether as an individual or organisation – is growing in importance.
For Ironmongery, this is no different. Building environments account for around 40% of the UK’s carbon footprint, and the products used within are contributing to this total. With architectural ironmongery constructed of iron, steel, aluminium and timber, this subset of the construction industry would also have an impact on the environment and contribute to these statistics.
To combat this, decision makers can look to ‘reduce, reuse and recycle’ in a bid to improve their sustainability. Much of this is achieved by eliminating product and packaging waste, repurposing excess or discarded materials and creating innovative products and solutions that are better placed to meet environmental regulations.
Source: https://aijmagazine.co.uk/cop26-why-product-lifecycle-matters/
New Kasp Combination Locking Bolt – convenient keyless security
Kasp, a leading brand in safety and security from Carl Kammerling International, is expanding its popular range of combination security products, which offer high quality, cost-effective security solutions for a multitude of domestic and industrial environments.
The new Kasp Combination Locking Bolt is no exception, offering convenient, keyless security for a number of applications. This premium, easy to use combination locking bolt features a die cast matt black weatherproof body for durability and superior corrosion resistance. The bolt can be fixed in a horizontal or vertical position. With its 10mm hardened steel bolt and black tamper-proof and stainless-steel clutch head screws, it offers the perfect high security solution for gates, sheds and lockers.
A 4-dial combination is resettable, and offers a choice of 10,000 settings, which can be set quickly and easily. The Kasp Combination Locking Bolt measures 120mm x 48mm with a 10mm bolt, with a large black slider button for ease of use in all locations. The bolt is lockable in both open and closed positions for added security and safety. A handy door frame fixing plate is also supplied with the combination locking bolt.
By offering a complete range of quality combination security products that are growing in demand, Kasp provides the ideal one stop shop for customers looking to maximise sales. The Kasp Combination Locking Bolt is featured, along with other Kasp products, in the exciting new CKI Magnetic Winter Sales promotion which runs from 1st September to 21st December
Simply contact your local sales representative or telephone CKI customer services on +44 (0) 1758 704704 or email sales@cki.uk.com for details of the fantastic savings on offer.
Newest trend in Door Ironmongery
The newest trend in Door Ironmongery are premium finishes. These finishes help boost the designer look of your customers’ door and in turn their home. This trend can also be seen in other areas of the home such as bathroom fittings, wiring accessories and cabinet furniture.
Pat O’Donovan from Locks & Hardware says “Since the start of the pandemic people are willing to invest more on their homes than they may have been previously. Earlier this year Locks & Hardware launched our Luxury Collection door packs to cater for this growing demand.
The premium finishes are Matt Black, Satin Brass, Antique Brass and Matt Bronze. The Luxury Collection door packs are building regulations compliant with our component matching suited finish door lock and 3 Grade 13 hinges. To distinguish the Luxury Collection door pack from our
Standard Ultimate door pack we came up with a new sleek white box to show the matching finishes more clearly. Our new shop displays can be seen in this image from Morris’s Builders Providers & DIY in Waterford.”
Seamus Reynolds, CEO Morris Builders Providers & DIY, says, “Locks & Hardware have given us eye catching Carlisle Brass displays and with their extensive range it gives us a complete offering in our doors and floors section. The Luxury Collection door pack is the latest addition to our range which gives us something that the change in customer tastes requires. The finishes in the Luxury Collection are exactly what the consumer is looking for today. Locks & Hardware back this up with their knowledgeable staff and quality service.”
