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such intumescent products can be used to protect a wide variety of hardware; it is not affected by atmospheric moisture and has a strong resultant char that stays in place after activation.
WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR Fitting too much intumescence can mean an excessive amount of timber is removed, affecting the door integrity. This means that if a piece of fi re rated hardware is not fi tted with the specifi ed intumescent, it is not compliant and
therefore invalidates its certifi cation. Currently, there is no market requirement for intumescent hardware protection products to be assessed by an independent third party, which is something that needs to change. Hardware protection products are not CE or UKCA marked, and it is possible, unless explicitly stated by the hardware manufacturer, for intumescent materials to be swapped out to other brands if they are the same thickness and material type. For example, ‘graphite intumescent’ is often mentioned in test reports and fi re resistance certifi cates, but it must not be assumed that each brand of graphite-based intumescent is interchangeable. This is because graphite- based intumescent can contain varying quantities and grades of intercalated graphite and expansion ratios and activation temperatures vary between compounds.
It is also unlikely that manufacturers will disclose how much graphite is in their products which makes comparing materials very diffi cult without a side-by- side test. It is imperative that installers check any test evidence or certifi cation to understand what type and quantity of intumescent is necessary to be compliant. It is also recommended to only use intumescent that has been independently
SALTO launches Homelok, an all-in-one smart access solution
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ALTO Systems, a global leader in smart electronic access control solutions in the hospitality and commercial industries,
is launching a groundbreaking new platform aimed at the residential market. SALTO Homelok is set to revolutionize
residential living with its all-in-one solution that integrates smart access control technology, hardware, cloud software, digital keys, a smart living ecosystem, and global service support. SALTO Homelok will provide smart access
control solutions across the residential market, from multi-family to single-family housing, vacation rentals, and home care/assisted living establishments. SALTO Systems’ electronic locking solution is modern and easy to install and maintain, without the cost and complexity of traditional access control solutions. SALTO Systems brings a wealth of smart building expertise, groundbreaking innovation, a unique combination of fl exibility and control, and a market-leading portfolio to its residential solution, with a specifi c focus on the following fi ve value propositions:
• OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY Homelok uses digital access technology, rather than mechanical keys, and can be accessed from anywhere – allowing property management activities to be streamlined and carried out more effi ciently.
• AN ELEVATED EXPERIENCE Homelok delivers the smart living experience by providing a convenient and digital experience for residents, enabling seamless keyless access and management capabilities for day-to-day living.
• FUTURE-PROOF SVN ACCESS-DRIVEN
TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLOUD Homelok utilizes cutting-edge, innovative, and reliable SALTO SVN data-on-card technology from a high-value, versatile, and globally- compatible product range that will continue to evolve into the future to support any developing access control requirements.
• ENABLING THE SMART LIVING ECOSYSTEM Homelok delivers a core smart access solution within the Smart Building Ecosystem, by working with world-class Technology Partners and Property Management Systems (PMS) providers. It is an open platform that can be fully integrated to meet the growing demands for connected home living as well as enable greater control and visibility across property management systems.
Homelok gives the reassurance of robust 24/7 security and unmatched data protection and privacy using a unique combination of cloud-based and smart stand-alone access
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technology to create a market-defi ning level of safeguarding. SALTO has developed advanced and aesthetically-designed residential-specifi c electronic access control solutions that set a new standard in the industry – from building and perimeter access, common area organization, to unit door management – with one easy-to-use system for residential properties of all types and sizes. From the numerous smart access electronic
locking solutions (hardware products) to user-centered cloudbased software to an industryleading digital keyless experience, SALTO provides the ultimate all-in-one smart access experience for residents and property managers. Through SALTO’s Homelok platform, users
are now able to add their resident keys to Apple Wallet, allowing residents to unlock SALTO smart locks with a simple tap of an iPhone or Apple Watch.
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assessed by a third party which ensures the products have been tested to the relevant standards, and the material will behave consistently and as stated by the manufacturer every time. Third party certifi ed products also
ensure traceability throughout production, so if something goes wrong or there is a problem, it can be traced back to the original source.
Mike Sutcliff e is business development manager at Vanquish Hardware protection
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