The changes in PAS 24:2016 Enhanced security performance requirements for doorsets and windows in the UK has recently been revised with the new revisions having a significant impact on the door market to ensure it continues to offer users the highest level of security suitable for dwellings and other buildings exposed to comparable risk . As the standards of security in the manufacture of doors and windows has increased over the last decade , high security hardware products such as the G-U ’ s Secury range has been developed to enhance security further and stop attacks on a window or door units . However , we should never become complacent and as much as the OEM ’ s are looking at providing a high level of security at the point of installation , intruders will still continue to gain distance , hot on the tail of trying to overcome innovations and the efforts provided by suppliers .

The new improved revisions to the standard are particularly significant for the door market and mean that testing of a complete doorset to achieve PAS 24:2016 has to replicate that of a casual or opportunistic burglar , not only attempting attack by levering and pushing / pulling against the door unit , but also trying to enter the door using a hand tool , such as a screwdriver or another sharp objects . The new cutting test for doors has now officially been applied to all types of entrance doors extended to doors using a euro cylinder locking barrel ; previously this had only been in place for doors using a key / thumb-turn cylinder . Ongoing , the standard does have a period of grace and manufacturers , installers and aftersales providers are still able to abide to the current Approved Document Q , which still refers to PAS24 : 2012 until it changes in 2018 . As a Global manufacturer and supplier of security products and locks , G-U has already tested our products to ensure that they are able to suffice the demands of the

revisions for both the OEM and aftermarket now . And , with the recent launch of our new Secury 3 star euro-cylinder , this has enhanced our existing multi-point locking offering in terms of security . One aspect of the new test , means more inferior locks will fail to achieve the new revisions , which in my opinion is a good thing for the market and the homeowner : giving confidence in the hardware products which are fitted . G-U are in the process of developing more products for launch in the commercial and domestic markets in the next few months , and with these product launches we like to ensure we offer our customers the best service and the latest up-to-date information ensuring they don ’ t need to worry when it comes to ensuring they are offering the highest in quality to customers .

For more information on the new revisions of PAS24:2016 , G-U UK or its products visit www . g-u . com / uk

WHAT ’ S COVERED IN PAS 24:2016 ?

• PAS 24 covers test methods and acceptance criteria for :

• Windows - singular and multi-light :

• Top hung , side hung , bottom hung , butt hinged

• Top and side hung projected

• Top hung and side hung fully reversible

• Tilt and turn and turn and tilt

• Vertical and horizontal sliding

• Fixed and fixed casements ( dummy vents )

• Parallel opening

• Double opening ( French windows )

• Vertical and horizontal pivot

• Doorsets : Single and double leaf

• Single and double swing

• Hinged

• Sliding ( single and multi-track )

• Pivot

• Folding sliding ( single and multi-track )

• Stable

• With or without integral side panels and fanlights

WHAT ’ S NEW IN PAS 24 ?

• A wider scope , increasing the range of security doorsets and windows covered .

• Building Regulations Approved Document Q1 primary reference is PAS 24 and the intended wider scope effectively enables more products to use this option to demonstrate compliance .

• A number of test methods have been simplified .

• More robust requirements for letter plates .

• Addresses the requirement for easy egress from all new build dwellings instigated by the NHBC ( National House building Council ), by ensuring all doorsets are suitable for use with thumb turn cylinders and other easy egress hardware .

• Single option to ensure all doorsets can be used with easy egress hardware .

Source : BSI Group

PVCu window , door and conservatory installer Daniel Wagg Doors and Windows set up in business last year and took full advantage of marketing support from trade manufacturer Glazerite . Director Daniel Wagg said : “ Glazerite proved invaluable with getting my business off the ground and creating awareness in the Midlands . They helped me with everything from designing my logo and website to assisting with my van signage . “ More recently , Michelle Wright – Glazerite ’ s Group Marketing Manager

- arranged for the design and print of some advertising boards to maximise publicity on a project

we ’ re working on . We ’ re now looking at ways of developing my website further and how I build

my social media activity . I also really like the new sales presenter they recently launched .” Daniel added that from a sales perspective , the product and industry information he received ensured he was up to date with everything needed to run his business . He uses the online ordering system which saves time , allowing the business to focus on delivering PVCu windows , doors and conservatories . He added : “ The overall service really is five star and has played a vital role in the success of our first year trading .” Michelle Wright said Daniel ’ s story showed the importance of

marketing a business effectively , whatever the size . Installers already have access to the VEKA marketing hub , a customised sales presenter for use on tablets , a bespoke website and an in-house design function .

For more information on Daniel Wagg Doors and Windows visit www . danielwaggdoorsandwindows . co . uk or call 07817780965 . For more on The Glazerite UK Group Limited visit www . glazeritewindows . co . uk or call 01933 443222 .