The Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) has announced its support for the new Common Assessment Standard, created by a representative organisation for the construction industry, Build UK. As a member of Build UK, DHF has contributed to its formation. The new Common Assessment Standard, which has been endorsed by the Construction Leadership Council, means that […]Read More
Footballing legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Sky Sports commentator Martin Tyler teamed up recently to open the doors on MKM’s new Aldershot branch. Customers, fans, and staff all witnessed ‘Just how the pros do it’, with twice Premier League Golden Boot Winner, Hasselbaink, taking penalties against MKM Aldershot Co-Branch Director, Matthew Ince, while Martin Tyler […]Read More
The Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) has launched a series of new Technical Specifications: DHF TS 013 parts one, two and three. Entitled Code of practice for the safety of industrial doors, domestic garage doors, powered gates & traffic barriers, parts one and two of the series replace the separate guidance previously issued forgates (TS 011) […]Read More
Door & Hardware Federation is celebrating 10 years of TS 007, and in so doing, reflecting upon its continuing reputation as the‘gold standard’ for cylinder lock security. Launched in 2011, the kitemark standard continues to provide assurance to domestic householders. “We live in a world full of standardsand regulations, and although we may not agree […]Read More
DHF, a member of Construction Products Association (CPA), has voiced its support for the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI). CPA has just launched the Code in a bid to drive higher standards in the presentation of construction product information in the manufacturing industry. The new Code, viewed by DHF as an important part of […]Read More
Murray Peat, Manager at Line watch, one of the leading pipeline safety and awareness groups, talks to us about how fencing contractors can ensure they stay safe on-site whilst better protecting the UK’s underground network of pipes at the same time. On average approximately 300 pipeline infringements, where a pipeline is damaged or narrowly missed by […]Read More
Gate Safe is continuing to challenge those in the gate manufacturing industry to play a stronger role in ensuring the safety of automated gates and barriers – including companies selling automated gate kits. The charity has set up a petition to lobby against the sale of such kits to the general public. Currently, ANYONE can buy […]Read More
DHF (Door & Hardware Federation) is celebrating its decade of support for the automated gate and traffic barrier sector. The Tamworth-based trade association continues to be a vocal advocate for raising industry standards. Through its key initiatives such as training and collaboration, and as a result of its tireless efforts in advancing safety across all […]Read More
Gate installers are challenging the manufacturers of automated and manual gates to step up and take more responsibility for the products they are bringing into the market. A recent Gate Safety Surgery course held by charity Gate Safe, revealed a genuine sense of disappointment amongst installers who have invested in the training, only to be […]Read More
Door & Hardware Federation’s (DHF) marketing sub-committee for its Building Hardware Group members has been working hard since August 2020 to identify the most pertinent issues currently facing the building hardware sector. It has been a challenging year for the industry, with Brexit and Covid-19 creating a ‘perfect storm’ of trial and uncertainty. “One of […]Read More
