Door Industry Journal - Summer 2020

108 THE door industry journal summer 2020 Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk Locks & Building Hardware Anodised Finishes: Taking Aluminium to the Next Level Aluminium is known for being a versatile metal. Its flexibility, strength and corrosion resistance make it the ideal building material. Although aluminium can withstand weathering better than other metals, it can still tarnish and oxidise over time if it does not receive additional treatment. One of the best ways to protect aluminium is by giving it an anodised finish. HOPPE (UK) has been using anodised finishes for its aluminium door and window hardware for over 35 years. The anodising process enhances aluminium’s natural qualities making it even more durable. No additional covering is applied. It simply creates a hardwearing layer that is fully integrated with the metal substrate. This increases its abrasion resistance and helps to retain its appearance for longer. Corrosion resistance One of the biggest benefits of anodising aluminium is the increased corrosion resistance. Suitable for external applications, including coastal locations, HOPPE’s Atlanta and Tokyo external door handles are available with anodised finishes. Each handle is available as a profile or security set, allowing design choice without having to compromise on quality or security. As part of HOPPE’s commitment to high quality products, all HOPPE handles have a 10 year mechanical operation guarantee, as long as assembly and maintenance guidelines are followed. Design choice During the anodising process, the final finish can be altered. As part of HOPPE’s duranorm range, the Dubayy, Seattle and Ibiza offer a contemporary handle design, in silver and polished chrome, to match a range of interiors. HOPPE brand name products are tested to ensure flawless operation. These tests closely reflect the everyday knocks hardware experiences and extend beyond the requirements of technical standards such as DIN EN 1906. Handle of excellence Experienced HOPPE (UK) product experts are on hand to help with technical queries and provide specification support. For further information about anodised finishes or for technical support, contact HOPPE (UK) on 01902 484 400 or visit www.hoppe.com Another Step to Defeating Workplace Infections DoorPedL™, an innovation from Selo, has been developed to allow doors to be opened and closed hands-free. Helping to create safer and more hygenic environments for offices, schools, hospitals and other buildings. The World Health Organisation (WHO) believes that hand transmission is the major cause of the coronavirus infection. Therefore, eliminating the use of using door handles in buildings is the best way to avoid cross contamination. Hans Purdom, Managing Director of Selo, the inventors of DoorPedL™, says: “We are really excited to be launching the DoorPedL™ range. These products will help prevent the spread of infection in a number of different buildings, creating safer spaces to help get people back to work and education.” The foot plates allow unlatched doors to be opened using just a foot have been on the market for some time, but DoorPedL’s™ major innovation also enables latched doors to be opened and closed by stepping on a footplate. DoorPedL™ is available in two variants; one for unlatched doors (DP01) and latched doors (DP02). DP01 is available in white, black or stainless steel, and DP02 is available in stainless steel. Special colours are also available for larger orders. Both products are manufactured using 3mm folded steel for extra strength and durability and are shipped with fixings, installation instructions, mounting templates and signage. See how each model differs in these two videos at https://bit.ly/2VlXAiW on YouTube. DoorPedL™ is simple to install and can be achieved with only basic DIY competence. For more information or to place an order visit the website at www.doorpedl.com, call 0203 880 0339 or email sales@doorpedl.com In use DoorPedL™ for latched door (DP02)