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The company maybe more familiar with plated steel, but it will be silver all way for UAP in 2021 as the hardware specialist celebrates its silver anniversary after 25 years in business. UAP first started trading as Universal Imports in July 1996 with a single product – a door knocker –…

Between July 2019 and July 2020, there were 348,291 reported cases of household domestic burglary across the UK, according to the Police.UK crime data for this period. A 28% drop was reported in March 2020 as lockdown began, but these figures have begun to rise again as restrictions are…

  The sixth and final instalment of the Hardware Intel podcast has now been released, sadly bringing an end to UAP’s first adventure into podcasting. If you’re new to the podcast and just catching up, our six episodes have covered a broad range of topics, including how COVID-19 will…

  To improve the look of a composite door, consider using a hinge plate to conceal the cut edges of the door’s leaf. Hinge plates can cover up the hinge and any gaps, creating a neater and more aesthetically pleasing appearance with an easy solution. Fullex hinge plates are…

In the final instalment of the podcast, host Sian Astley is joined by Simon Marr, General Manager of Intelligent Hardware, and Paul Goggins, Specifications Manager at UAP, to discuss third party accreditation for fire door hardware and how modern technology has improved its…

We’re not only helping to beat spring crime this Easter with our high-security door hardware solutions, we’re also helping to keep our customers safe with free PPE with qualifying online purchases made via www.uapstore.com.  Online Exclusive Spend £500+ VAT online and above on the UAP…

Intelligent Hardware has released a brand-new brochure for ORO&ORO, the Italian hardware brand designing beautiful high-quality door handles and escutcheons. Based in Brescia, North Italy, ORO&ORO apply a high attention to detail to create refined styles that add a touch of glamour to…

  A new feature, the Firemongery Pack Selector, has been added to the UAP website. This helpful tool will help you to find the right fire door products in three easy steps, just by asking a few simple questions. Step 1 of the Pack Selector asks “Do you need the door to lock”, and…

We all know that locks need regular maintenance to keep them operating optimally, and UAP brand Fullex recommends you refresh your locks every 4 weeks with a silicone-based lubricant - click here to watch our how-to video. Keeping your locks secure and protected from attacks by intruders is…