Door Industry Journal - Winter 2015

Also online at: www.d ijonline.co.uk 110 THE door industry journal winter 2015 building hardware POWERTURN FROM GEZE MAKES ACCESS FOR ALL A BREEZE Even the largest of doors can be opened with ease providing access to all thanks to the launch of the new Powerturn drive by GEZE UK. Powerturn is an automatic swing door drive that can be used manually thanks to GEZE’s new Smart swing function so that even children and people with restricted mobility can easily open large or heavy doors. Designed with the end user in mind, Powerturn provides architects with a truly flexible design and accessibility solution. It is ideal for use on internal and external doors and is suitable for single or double leaf doors. At just 7cm high, the drive can be mounted on the door or transom and be used to open large or heavy doors, with a leaf weight of up to 600kg (300kg on fire doors) or leaf width up to 1600mm. It can be integrated with other door control systems including heat and smoke ventilation systems or complex security systems with interlocking doors. The Smart swing function is key to its power. This innovative new operation pre-loads the spring during the first cycle to reduce the energy required during normal operation, in the event of a fire the spring releases closing the door safely. Powerturn also includes an adjustable push and go function and ensures barrier free access, enabling compliance to the Equality Act and BS 8300. Andy Howland, sales director of GEZE UK said: “Powerturn can be integrated flexibly in to a wide range of different systems giving the architect the freedom to design whilst still meeting all safety and accessibility requirements. “This versatile operator provides full functionality from low energy operation to fully automatic opening and closing of large or heavy doors, which can assist in locations encountering adverse conditions.” For more information about Powerturn or GEZE UK’s comprehensive range of automatic and manual door closers call 01543 443000 or visit www.geze.co.uk . Timber Doorset Meets PAS24 with Assa Abloy UK ASSA ABLOY UK has tested a timber doorset with a range of ASSA ABLOY hardware to the PAS24 standard. A UNION sashlock from its Optimus3 range was fitted in the timber doorset, offering high performance security, ideal for use in social housing, residential care home and student accommodation. It is also suitable for uniform door preparation in large-scale projects. The doorset also featured bespoke door handles, as well as hinges from the ASSA ABLOY Specification Skyline range, which combine aesthetics with function, ergonomics, safety and longevity. ASSA ABLOY’s DC840 concealed door closer with Cam-Motion technology was used within the PAS24 test. The door closer would assist the user with the lowest possible opening forces, while retaining a high closing force. The rigorous testing process, which took place in the ASSA ABLOY UKAS accredited test lab, provided the benchmarks to show the doorsets offer ‘Enhanced Security’, providing protection against attack within a variety of environments, including education, commercial and retail. Having undergone timed manual attacking methods, hard and soft body impact tests, and static load testing up to 4500N, the doorsets were successfully tested to PAS24. Tim Almond, Commercial Manager - OEM for ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, said: “The Optimus3 mortice lock provided the level of security needed for the doorset to be tested to PAS24. The Optimus3 range is specifically designed to be quick and easy to install for the contract market and is ideal for use where high performance and aesthetics are critical. “Timber doorsets are ideal for specification in residential applications, as they offer an unassuming appearance, ensuring the accommodation provides a relaxing environment, while ensuring residents’ personal belongings are protected.” For more information visit http://www.uniononline.co.uk/Optimus3