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Window Security By Design:Standards, Specification & Application

Company Background

Established in 1999, safety and security products and services are provided across the 5 company divisions.

Cardea Solutions is the new trading name of Fingershield (UK) Ltd.

Company Background

Door Safety ProductsFinger guards, fire door safety devices etc.

Target Markets: Schools, nurseries, trade.

Child & Baby Safety ProductsSafety gates, baby monitors, playpens etc.

Target Market: Domestic

Solar Protection ProductsSolar blinds and sun awnings

Target Market: Schools, commercial.

Company Background

Security Door ChainsSecured by Design Door Chains

Target Markets: Housing, trade.

Window Security ProductsWindow Grilles, Security Shutters & Polycarbonate Shields

Target Market: Commercial

Company Division focusing on in this presentation:

Speaker Introduction

Dominic Corry

• Projects Manager for Window Security Solutions.

• Experience in working with customers in a variety of sectors

Learning Aims & Outcomes

Understand the principles of window security including:

• Awareness of current window security standards.

• Types of window security products available.

• Which window security products could be considered for your projects.

Question

How do you define security?

Definitions

1. Freedom from risk or danger; safety.

2. Something that gives or assures safety.

3. Protection or precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage etc.

Window Security Standards

(1) BS: 7950, 1997

Specification for Enhanced Security Performance of Casements, Tilt/turn Windows for Domestic Applications

(1) BS: 7950, 1997

BS 7950 must be supported by performance standards relevant to the materials used:

• BS 4873, 2005 - Aluminum Windows.

• BS 7412, 2007 - Plastic Windows (PVC-U extruded hollow profiles)

• BS 644-1, 2003 - Wood windows

• BWF:TWAS - Timber window accreditation scheme.

(1) BS: 7950, 1997 cont.

BS 7950 must be supported by performance standards relevant to the materials used:

• BS 6510, 2005 - Steel windows, sills, window boards and doors.

• LPS 1270 (Draft) - Burglary resistance of security glazing and glazing films.

Enables specifiers to select glazing films that offer resistance to attack.

(2) LPS 1175: Issue 2007

Specification for testing/classifying the burglary resistance of building components, strong-points and security enclosures.

Covers windows for higher risk premises with risk graded from levels 1 to 6.

(3) LPS 1270 (Draft)

Specification for testing/classifying the burglary resistance of security glazing and films.

Based on LPS 1175 this standard enables specifiers to select glazing films that offer resistance to manual attack.

(4) BS EN: 356, 2000

Specifies requirements and test methods for security glazing.

Classifies security glazing products into categories of resistance to actions of force.

Question

What is Secured by Design?

Secured by Design

Official UK Police flagship initiative supporting the principles of 'designing out crime.'

Secured by Design cont.

Focused on crime prevention at:

Design, Layout & Construction stages of homes and commercial premises.

Promotes the use of security standards for a wide range of applications and products.

Secured by Design cont.

Did you know?

522,640 burglary offences are reported each year.

Research has shown that areas operating an SDB policy have up to 75% fewer burglarieson a sustained basis.

SBD Developers Award

• Certificate given to building developments which,conform to SBD guidelines.

• Built following consultation with local Crime Prevention Design Advisors.

SpecifyingWindow Security

Types of Window Security

• Retractable Window Grilles

• Removable Window Bars

• Security Shutters

• Mesh Window Grilles

• Polycarbonate Window Shields

• Polycarbonate Glazing Alternative

Retractable Window Grilles

Product SpecificationMin Width x Height: 500mm x 1000mm

Max Width x Height: 6000mm x 3000mm

Max Area: 18sqm

Material: Galvanised Steel - patented fixing system

Options: Grade steel construction in cross ‘X’ lattice (standard) or ‘S’ lattice.

Fixing: Fit internally- window reveal or around the opening (single or double-sash configuration).

Security: Multi-point locking system – single key operation.

12 months Manufacturers Warranty

Retractable Window Grilles

Product Benefits

• Police Preferred and Insurance Approved version available that can reduce insurance premiums.

• Provides a tough physical barrier.

• Visual deterrent to vandals and burglars.

• Can be folded back when not in use.

• Multi-point locking system.

• No ongoing maintenance required.

Retractable Window Grilles

Applications

• Retail

• Domestic

• Offices

Removable Window Bars

Product SpecificationMin Width: 250mm x 200mm

Max Width x Height: 3000mm x 2100mm

Max Area: 6.3sqm

Material: Steel / 5kg/m²

Finishes: White/Powder Coat Option

12 months Manufacturers Warranty

Removable Window Bars

Product Benefits

• Visual deterrent to vandals and burglars.

• Low cost security solution

• Quick and easy to install.

• Can be removed as required.

• Flexible application.

Applications

• Offices

• Domestic

Security Shutters

Product Specification

Min Width: 900mm

Max Width x Height: 3000mm x 4000mm

Max Area: 12sqm

Material: Extruded Aluminium / 8kg/m²

Finishes: White / Brown / Cream                Powder Coat Option

(Info Available Upon Request)

12 months Manufacturers Warranty

Security Shutters

Product Benefits

• Can reduce insurance premiums.

• Provides a tough physical barrier.

• Visual deterrent to vandals and burglars.

• Police Preferred Specification available.

• Flexible application – built in/retrofit

• No ongoing maintenance required.

Security Shutters

Applications

• Retail

• Schools

• Domestic

• Offices

Mesh Window Shields

Product SpecificationFrame: Extruded aluminium - bespoke sections according to type. Alloy 6063 polyester powder coated.

Mesh: Perforated galvanised steel minimum Z200 - 2mm thick - hole pattern 4mm @ 5mm staggered 60 degree pitch - polyester powder coated black.

Fixings: Countersunk head 4.5 or 4.8 case hardened. Bespoke nylon protective one-way cap.

Warranty: 12 months on standard (anti-vandal) 5 years on police approved shield (anti-intruder)

Mesh Window Shields

Product Benefits

• No unsightly bars or opaque grills

• Unobtrusive window protection.

• Provides a tough physical barrier.

• Gives the impression of tinted glass.

• Visual deterrent to vandals and burglars.

• Cost effective alternative to re-glazing.

• No ongoing maintenance required.

• Police Approved Specification Available.

Mesh Window Shields

Applications

• Education

• Offices

• Pharmacies

• Public Sector

• Leisure

Polycarbonate Window Shields

Product Specification

Frame: Extruded aluminium - bespoke sections according to type. Alloy 6063 polyester powder coated.

Material: Utilises 3mm thick clear polycarbonate built into an extruded aluminium framing system.

Fixings: Countersunk head 4.5 or 4.8 case hardened. Bespoke nylon protective one-way cap.

12 Months Warranty

Polycarbonate Window Shields

Product Benefits

• Invisible window protection.

• Fits in front of existing windows.

• No unsightly bars, shutters or grilles.

• High impact resistance.

• Virtually unbreakable.

• Proprietary UV protection.

• Concealed fixing points

• No ongoing maintenance required.

Polycarbonate Window Shields

Applications

• Social Housing

• Pharmacies

• Retail

Polycarbonate Glass Alternative

Product SpecificationInsulate Polycarbonate

Insulated glazing system (double/triple glazing).

Coated to overcome problem of vapour in the dead space between the layers.

Sound reduction properties/ low U-value

Single Pane Polycarbonate

Various thicknesses for re-glazing in existing sashes.

Saves energy and improves the U-value.

Noise reduction of 30Db Rw.

Warranty: 5 Years Warranty

Polycarbonate Glass Alternative

Product Benefits

• Invisible window protection.

• 300 times stronger than glass..

• Can be integrated into any façade system.

• Almost as scratch resistant as glass.

• Sound and heat reduction benefits.

• Flexible – built in/retro fit.

• Extensively tested for assurance.

• No ongoing maintenance required.

Polycarbonate Glass Alternative

Applications

• Retail

• Pharmacies

Applications

• Leisure

• High Security

Summary

You should now have an understanding of the principlesof window security including:

• Awareness of current window security standards.

• Types of window security products available.

• Which window security products could be considered for your projects.

Questions

Specification for Enhanced Security

Performance of Casements, Tilt/turn

Windows for Domestic Applications

Thank You

The Old School HouseLind Street, ManchesterM40 7ES

Freephone: 0800 046 7399cardea-solutions.com