Windows Trade Plus knows security is a big issue. That is why we commit to using high quality security components in all our products.
Windows Trade Plus has spent many years working closely with national UK hardware suppliers to achieve a finish that gave the quality and consistency across the hardware range. The attention to the finer details such as colour, style and finish is vital for creating a unified aesthetic.
The Fab & Fix range supplied by ERA hardware ticked all the boxes, not only for the hardware being pleasing to the eye with consistent features, but the Hardex coating which is a anti scratch on the Fab & Fix range is a process that takes meticulous preparation of the surface of the material, followed by a complex series of chemical baths with each submersion calculated to the second once the item is ready for the final Hardex finish to be applied. After this there is a curing period in high temperatures.
The process from start to finish takes over 24hrs per item. Windows Trade Plus understands there is a lot of effort for the manufacture of hardware but the end result is well worth it.
Choice of colours
Using the finish described in the section above, there is a large range of colours available. Not only will the window handle and door handles match, the letter box and all accessories also match perfectly. This means your door knockers will also be a perfect match throughout the whole of your home. You will find on the designer white, black, bright chrome, satin chrome, graphite, gold and bronze.
White
Black
Chrome
Satin Chrome
Graphite
Gold
Bronze
Trickle Vents
There has been much discussion in regards to trickle vents. A trickle vent is a product that was designed to accommodate movement of air flow within a property, and will remove polluted air using positive and negative air pressure. The vent when fully open removes the moist air which causes damp, this is because this is lighter than dry air, allowing it to escape from the property and be replaced with dry air, which is not only good for the property but also humans.
When used correctly trickle vents do not contribute to heat loss, if anything they make the atmosphere more appealing. Windows Trade Plus uses the 2500mm2 as BS13414-1:2004 as standard, which has an overall length of 400mm. This is installed into the door sash.
Windows Trade Plus can offer acoustic trickle vents but does not recommend them as they are not only very expensive but are also very bulky in size, and take away from the sleek design of the window. Windows Trade Plus recommends an Acoustic controllable wall vent available at most electrical suppliers.
Additional Links
Below you will find the technical documentation which relates to the uPVC trickle vents.
Mechanical Parts
Windows Trade Plus many years ago instructed an official survey on how many times a door would be opened and closed compared to windows. We were surprised with the results that came back over a 12 month period on average a door is opened and closed 24.2 times more than a window. This result meant that testing and retesting was taken into account for the choice of hardware used.
Patio sliding doors are supplied with a 6 point integral hook locking, bi-directional movement, three in one direction and three in the other having the effect of integrated anti-lift locking security system. There is also an Anti slam pin preventing the hooks setting until the door is fully closed, eliminating damage to the lock due to misalignment. The lock is manufactured using stainless steel and BZP CR passivate + Seal. The lock and keep are Corrosion tested BSEN 1670 Grade 4 and operation function to 100,000 cycles, meaning if you locked your door 6 times a day they would last over 45 years.
Additional Links
Below you will find the technical documentation which relates to the uPVC patio door mechanical hardware.
Door handle
The Patio Sliding handles door handle is from the Pembroke range, and is a classic design. It is manufactured from solid die cast zinc. The handle design itself is a sculpted ergonomic lever with a low friction nylon bush, making it easy to grip with a smooth clean action. The screws that are visible on the inside of the door are colour coordinated again bringing the sense of quality throughout. The handles have been corrosion tested to meet the requirements of BS EN 1670:2007 grade 5 (480 hours).
Fixing Straps
Fixing straps are used mainly in new build properties for ease of installation. The fixing strap is a galvanised metal bracket, supplied to suit the type of product. It is screwed to the side of the uPVC patio door and then protrudes into the building with holes for the fixing position to be made.
Letterplate
The letterplate defines the quality of the door. Almost all online suppliers use a low grade letterplate. Windows Trade Plus has broken the mould and decided that quality and styling is more important. Staying with the Fab & Fix range, the letterbox offers a 300mm letterplate with a 250mm opening, meaning an A4 letter will easily fit, fully sprung with an Antisnap function to allow the letterplate to open to 180° with a fully weather sealed design, and acoustic insulation taken into account. Not only will this letterplate will be perfectly colour matched to your handle, it is to a secured by design standard for additional peace of mind. The letterplate has been corrosion tested to BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 5 (480 hours). The flap has been tested to 30,000 cycles, meaning if you receive post twice a day everyday it would last over 41 years, and conforms to BS EN 13724:2002, and has been tested as a part of a complete door set that successfully achieved PAS24.
Additional Links
Below you will find the technical documentation which relates to the uPVC door letterplate specification.
Barrels
Barrels have a few options. The standard barrel is from ERA. Windows Trade Plus used the highest pin point of security of six hardened pins in relation to key location point. The barrel is also anti-pick anti-drill. This is available in a standard option and also a split spindle option. The standard option requires to be unlocked with a key and until the key is put back in to lock the door, the door can be opened from both inside and outside. The split spindle option allows for the door to remain not locked so from the inside it can be opened by simply pulling down the handle leaver. From outside the split spindle will always require a key to enter the building so it cannot just be opened by pulling down the handle as can with the standard barrel. The Barrels are supplied with 3 keys and are available in brass and nickel, which is colour coordinated to suit your hardware. For example, if a chrome handle is chosen a nickel barrel will be fitted. The barrels are corrosion resistance to BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 3 and are manufactured from solid brass or nickel plated brass.
Additional Links
Below you will find the technical documentation which relates to the uPVC door barrel specification.
Anti bump barrels
Windows Trade Plus if requested install and ERA 3 Star Anti Snap Barrel. The Anti bump barrels are recognised because they are dual colour and have a key with a red finger grip section. As with the standard barrel, the anti bump has the same features six pin hardened pins, anti-pick and anti-drill on top of this the barrel also has an anti snap, with an automatic pin which triggers and blocks the cylinder. The barrels are corrosion tested to BS EN 1670:2007 Grade 3 and have been independantly tested to meet BS EN 1303:2005 accredited to TS007 3* with a BSI Kitemark licence number 5530301, and are designed to the requirements of PAS24. With a fire test to BS 476 FD30 and EN 1634 FD30, and cycle tested to 100,000 which means if you unlocked the door 6 times a day the barrel would last over 45 years.
Additional Links
Below you will find the technical documentation which relates to the uPVC door barrel specification.
Thumb turn
Thumb turn barrels are a variation of the standard barrels but have an internal section that does not require a key to be used. These are perfect for porches for east of use. Thumb turn barrels are also required to be used for HMO properties under the fire regulation section.
Additional Links
Below you will find the technical documentation which relates to the uPVC door thumb turn specification.
When you choose Windows Trade Plus - you'll be choosing a Company that's easy to do business with. Our windows and doors come with a whole host of unique features and benefits that ensure you're fitting quality products in your home or if you're in the trade, your customers' houses too. Plus, our online quote designer and ordering system enable you to cost your jobs speedily and instantly order them, it's a great way to keep your projects on track.
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