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
Newly releasedToolbox Talks, designed to share specific safety messages on worksites, are now available from the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF). They are two short presentations aimed at explaining the use of personal fall-prevention equipment (PFPE) when using Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) and what to look for when checking PFPE before use. The presentations are […]Read More
Gate Safe is delighted to announce a bumper month for its Gate Safe Distance Learning course, which has seen a record 67 delegates undertake the training in one month. While the charity is delighted to welcome so many newcomers wishing to improve their knowledge and understanding of the required protocol to ensure a safe and […]Read More
Tamworth-based trade association, the Door and Hardware Federation (DHF), has hailed 2020 one of its most productive years, despite also being one of its most challenging. The organisation has been applauded by members for its‘business as usual’ approach, and willingness to engage with members throughout the year, despite increasing levels of uncertainty in the construction […]Read More
Gate Safe has now been operational for over 10 years and in that time, we’ve seen and reviewed a lot of automated gates. To help educate installers and improve the standard of safety in 2021, we’ve identified the most common mistakes witnessed in the field. The seven deadly sins associated with automated gates 1. Lack […]Read More
For many years, DHF (Door & Hardware Federation), has been advising the garage door industry on the interpretation of the standards for garage door safety and the legislation surrounding their use. A key part of the safety message, relating to the use of ‘hold-torun’ controls, has proved to be controversial, with some manufacturers and installers […]Read More
The Gate Safe charity is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a recent survey of members indicating that business is booming. Around 73% of respondents reported an increase in the automated gate aspect of their business which means that there is an ever increasing requirement to ensure the safety of the high number of gates being […]Read More
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