Architectural News

Specifying Door Ironmongery - Häfele CPD Seminar (June 2010)

Häfele UK's latest training seminar for specifiers has been approved by RIBA for inclusion in their CPD core curriculum.
Entitled 'Specifying Door Ironmongery - A Basic Guide'..

BS8300 disability recommendations (10/03/2010)

A wide range of door levers can be used which allow the architect to meet the requirements of BS8300..

How can Sliding Shutters aid Part L compliance? (23/01/2010)

By fitting a system of shutters, large areas of glazing can be shaded to protect buildings from heat loss and heat gain.

Startec Glass Door Fittings (13/01/2010)

Häfele UK have expanded their Startec range of Architectural hardware to include a brand new range of top quality budget glass door patch fittings.

New Improved DBB Morticer (02/11/2009)

Häfele are launching the new improved version DBB Morticer on 2nd November 2009. New carbide tipped cutters which have a screw-on and "anti-lock" feature

Invisible Glass Doors (22/10/2009)

The VISUR system is especially attractive to clients who place particular emphasis on all-glass transparency and spaciousness in their living areas, offices, reception, meeting rooms, or any other areas for that matter.

GAI educational awards (20/10/2009)

Häfele UK have agreed to sponsor this years GAI educational awards lunch which will be held at the Kensington Garden Hotel, London on November the 5th 2009.

Gira Keyless In Access (24/09/2009)
Häfele UK now offers something for building technology that has long been standard in the automotive industry: Keyless In products for keyless access into rooms and buildings. With no keys required, convenient and secure access control for inside and outside areas is achieved.

Soft close comes out of the closet! (16/09/2009)
Soft closing doors are no longer limited to cabinets and wardrobes thanks to the new Smuso softclose 80 system from Häfele UK for full sized sliding doors. The hidden softclose mechanism means sliding doors are smoothly and silently brought to a stop when they are closed and gently pulled into the end position.

Metalglas Pocket Door Flush Pulls (15/09/2009)
Metalglas Pocket Door Flush Pulls can now be used on the full range of Hawa, Metalglas, Eku and Coburn sliding systems to have true frameless glass disappearing doors.

HAWA Purolino sliding door (15/09/2009)
Hawa, the Swiss sliding door expert's new solution for frameless glass sliding doors with concealed suspension for super fast wall and ceiling assembly is now available in the UK from Hafele.

25th AI Awards (15/09/2009)
Hafele UK and James F Stephen Architects have been recognized at the 25th Architectural Ironmongery Awards with a commendation for the 'Milton Studio' in Glamis.

Balconglas: New from Metalglas (15/09/2009)
Balconglas is a folding and stacking single glazed walling and window system, designed to protect outdoor leisure areas from the worst that deteriorating global weather conditions can throw at them.

Silent Aluflex sliding door system (15/09/2009)
The new Silent Aluflex system from Hafele UK is a truly versatile product that complies with stringent requirements in terms of design and functionality.

Easy specifying with Häfele specifier toolkit (14/09/2009)
Häfele has improved its services to specifiers by offering a free NBS specification writing service - the NBS Plus is an essential part of the specifier toolkit. Launched in 1998 with 26 manufacturers it is continually growing and currently includes over 450 manufacturers

Häfele introduces Programma CAP from PBA (14/09/2009)
The Programma Cap range of bathroom fittings launched by Häfele UK allows designers to create bathrooms for everyone, with a range that includes grab rails and shower seats that disappear from view when not required by the user.

New circular vision panels from Häfele UK (01/07/2009)
Häfele have launched a new range of circular slimline vision panels available in various architectural finishes, including satin stainless steel, polished stainless steel or new chrome pearlite silver which with their clean lines and flush fitting qualities can enhance the appearance of any door.

5 Star Shower Solutions (24/02/2009)
Häfele UK have launched a new range of high quality fittings for frameless glass shower doors and cubicles in their latest catalogue. Designed to suit all types of applications including hinged, folding and sliding screens, the range also includes suitable seals and support bars.