Door Industry Journal - Spring 2018

Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 76 THE door industry journal spring 2018 Industrial Doors & Shutters Lintel Shutter System now manufactured at SWS UK SWS UK have now added a lintel shutter to their range of SeceuroShield physical products. Previously manufactured by Shellcast Security, the bespoke lintel system is installed during the build stage and incorporates a roller shutter which is concealed within the structural opening. Ideal for new-builds the discreet design is extremely popular with architects and is a visually acceptable answer to strict planning restrictions. Despite just recently taking over manufacture of this product, SWS UK are already very familiar with the lintel system which has been installed with shutter profiles from the SeceuroShield range for 18 years. SWS UK’s in-house development team have, alongside Shellcast assisted and contributed in the development of the product for many years, making acquirement of the product a natural transition into the SeceuroShield brand. Rob Hyrons, the previous Managing Director of Shellcast now joins SWS UK in the role of Product Coordinator and will facilitate the integration of the bespoke shutter system into the existing SeceuroShield range. With exceptional technical knowledge, Rob will be on hand to assist SWS UK’s distributors with support and specialist drawings for their site projects. If you would like to be included in the approved dealer program and add lintels to your range please contact Rob. Kevin Lindeque, SWS UK’s Managing Director said: “We are excited to be in a position where we can now offer a fully integrated shutter system. Having worked alongside Shellcast for a number of years, we are already aware of the benefits of the lintel shutter and of its popularity within the construction industry. We are thrilled to have Rob join the SWS team. His expertise in this product will undoubtedly prove invaluable and we look forwarding to introducing this exciting product to our distributors.” SWS UK are in the process of designing brand new literature, and web-based content to promote the lintel shutter. The new literature will highlight all the key-features, options and availability. If in the meantime, you would like to discuss the Lintel Shutter System, please contact Rob on 07713644602, or email rob.hyrons@swsuk.co.uk dhf releases new Code of Practice (DHF TS 012) for Industrial Door Sector A new code of practice (DHF TS 012:2018) designed to raise standards of safety in the industrial door industry has been announced by Tamworth- based trade association, the Door and Hardware Federation ( dhf ). The Code of Practice for the Design, Manufacture, Installation and Maintenance of Industrial Doors and Domestic Garage Doors ( dhf TS 012:2018) is the 13th in a series of dhf technical specifications covering the range of industry sectors represented by dhf and is available as a free download from goo.gl/DBv4Ks . Providing a framework to ensure the safe and compliant installation of industrial doors and roller shutters, the code draws on safety legislation, European standards, and industry best practice. It gives practical help to all those involved with industrial doors by providing clear guidance on their legal obligation and responsibilities. The code took more than nine months to develop and going forward, will form the basis of the dhf comprehensive two-day Industrial Door Safety Diploma course. The dhf ’s Industrial Door Group now represents more than 273 UK manufacturers, suppliers, installers or maintainers of industrial doors and industrial door equipment. “We welcome the release of dhf TS 012:2018 and see this as the ‘bible’ for those working with industrial doors and roller shutters,” says dhf Industrial Door Group Chairman, Dave Lewis. “Currently, there are too many untrained people working in the sector and with some of these products weighing up to three tonnes, safety is absolutely vital. If a door falls from 25-30 foot in the air causing an accident, the consequences can be life-changing for all concerned.” “This new dhf code of practice condenses and refines information from UK and European law and standards to provide accurate, clear reference and guidance for those working with industrial doors,” says dhf CEO, Bob Perry. “Reducing the ‘grey areas’ and supporting the requirements for competence and training at all levels in the process, we are confident that dhf TS 012:2018 will become the benchmark reference document setting standards across the industry.” The Code of Practice dhf TS 012:2018 is available now from the dhf website - www.DHFonline.org.uk . Alternatively, email the dhf on info@DHFonline.org.uk or phone 01827 52337 for further information.