STRAND HARDWARE LTD

STRAND HOUSE
PREMIER BUSINESS PARK
LONG STREET
WALSALL
WEST MIDLANDS WS2 9DY

Tel: 01922 639111
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Suppliers of: panic bolts emergency exit hardware door seals window openers fire door hardware panic exit bolt panic bolts finger protection window openers

Strand Hardware Ltd supplies high quality window and door hardware for commercial buildings.

Strand Hardware are sole UK distributors for some of the top European manufacturers such as Athmer automatic door seals, door finger protection and Anti-panic emergency and panic exit devices. Strand Hardware also offers a range of its own locally manufactured window and door hardware.

Products are sold primarily through leading industry wholesalers and architectural ironmongers to whom Strand offers first class customer service and technical support from experienced industry professionals.  

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Strand Technologies: Our new Sister Company provides technological solutions to Building Access: https://www.strandtech.co.uk

iContact ECO 3

iContact is versatile, compact and innovative solution, that specialises in remote asset management via GSM/GPRS. It enables real time monitoring, reporting and management of a range of security critical applications and access control systems.

Virtual Usher

Developed during the Covid-19 pandemic, Virtual Usher system is a traffic light system to restrict and control the number of people in an area. The system counts the flow of people entering and exiting given areas. Once maximum capacity has been met, the lights change to red; indicating no entry.

CONSULTANCY

Our experienced team can assist in designing appropriate access control and hardware specifications for your building.

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Strand Hardware Products: 

Emergency and Panic Exit Hardware

The Strand Anti-panic range of emergency exit hardware is the result of European co-operation. This has produced the ultimate range of escape devices combining ease of operation, simplicity of fixing and aesthetic appearance.

  • Panic hardware (with full width crossarm) is tested and certified to BS EN 1125: 2008
  • Emergency exit hardware (with push pad) is tested and certified to BS EN 179: 2008
  • The whole range is CE marked in line with the latest European directives
  • Surface mounted and supplied with necessary fixings for the type of door specified. Suitable for timber, metal and PVC-U doors
  • Slimline design to suit narrow stiles on doors up to 2585mm high and 1050mm wide (unless otherwise stated)
  • Extra long crossarms and vertical rod extension kits available for larger doors.
  • ISO 9001 registered and have been since 1997

Window and Door Hardware

The Strand range of window and door hardware includes a vast selection of folding window openers which provide solutions to nearly every application, Strand window openers are suitable for Timber, Aluminium, PVC-U and Steel framed windows. Our Window and Door hardware range includes friction stays, finger protection, door selectors, door holders, door seals, electric strikes and alarms for doors.    

Door Finger Protection

Strand Hardware ltd are market leaders in the supply of finger protection for internal and external use, Our FP200 and FP400 have recently gained Class 2 in the new standard BS8613: 2017 – Finger protection for pedestrian doors.  

Strand finger protection range covers the use on single and double action doors including automatic doors (EN16005) glass doors, external doors and some of the range is suitable for 60min fire doors all can be retrofitted and come in different colours and fabric finishes.

Strand Window Control Systems 

Strand Window Controls are a range of manual and electrically operated systems to provide natural ventilation or automated smoke control to a wide range of window styles in timber, steel, aluminium or PVCu. The window control systems are beneficial for hard to reach windows, they are very easy to operate manually by simply winding a handle or electronically by a push of a button. They can also be used in conjunction with smoke, fire, wind or rain sensors to enable windows to open or close automatically.

Glass Central

Glass Central is a range of patch fittings and door rails for toughened glass doors. Strand Hardware hold exclusive distribution rights for UK and Ireland for the Preference range. Preference have been designing and manufacturing high quality fittings for over 25 years and constantly innovate to ensure that their range has the design edge over their competitors. 

We stock most items in our warehouse in the West Midlands and offer a rail manufacturing service to ensure that door rails are made to your specification and delivered in a matter of days.   For more information and up to date news visit our social media:

Technical Support

We offer a range of well-designed products for use in new buildings, refurbishments or conversions, Drawings and illustrations of all our products are available via our website and can also be downloaded for ease of use.

We can provide you with advice and guidance on the right products from our extensive range and we also offer free expert telephone advice to assist with more detailed technical enquiries. Call our experts on 01922 639111.

Or take a look through out brochures and technical information here on our BPindex profile.

ACCESS CONTROL Electric Strikes
ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS Door Monitoring
ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS Door Monitoring Entrance Systems
ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS Electro-Magnetic Systems
ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS Electronic
ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS Electronic Locking Systems
ACOUSTIC SEALS .
ACOUSTIC SEALS Door
ACTUATORS Electric Actuators
ACTUATORS Linear
BOLTS Electric Solenoid
CASEMENT STAYS Friction Stays
CASEMENT STAYS Friction Stays Sliding Telescopic
CATCHES
CONSERVATORY VENTILATION .
CONSERVATORY VENTILATION Motorised
COUNTING PEOPLE UNITS People Counters Monitor Counts Persons
DOOR ALARMS
DOOR CLOSERS Emergency Release
DOOR CONTROLS Automatic Emergency Exit
DOOR CONTROLS Door Closers - See Also DOOR CLOSERS:
DOOR CONTROLS Door Holders - See Also DOOR HOLDERS:
DOOR FRAME Protection
DOOR FRAME Seals
DOOR FURNITURE Emergency Exit
DOOR FURNITURE Glass Door
DOOR FURNITURE Glass Door Frameless Glass Door Fittings
DOOR GEAR Hold Open
DOOR HANDLES Glass Door
DOOR HOLDERS CE Marked
DOOR HOLDERS EN 1155
DOOR HOLDERS Foot Operated Step-On
DOOR HOLDERS Telescopic Ajustable
DOOR LOCK RELEASES Emergency
DOOR LOCK RELEASES Magnetic
DOOR SEALS Acoustic
DOOR SEALS Automatic Doors Acoustic
DOOR SEALS Automatic Doors Sound/Fire/Smoke/Draught Proofing
DOOR SEALS Automatic Doors Threshold Seals
DOOR SEALS Automatic Doors Wheelchair Access
DOOR SEALS Commercial Door
DOOR SEALS Finger Protection
DOOR SEALS Smoke
DOOR SEALS Smoke / Fire Combined
DOOR SEALS Threshold
DOOR SELECTORS
DOOR SELECTORS BS EN 1158:1997 CE Marked
DOOR SELECTORS Fire Door Selectors BS EN 1158:1997 A1:2002 3553113 CE Marked
DOOR STAYS .
DOORS COMMERCIAL Chrome Plated
EMERGENCY EXIT DOOR ALARMS Unauthorised Use Security Device
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Accessories
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Alarm Activated
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Alarm Linked
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Alarms
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Architectural
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Electric
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Escape Doors
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Exit Devices
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Exit Devices BS EN 1125:2008
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Exit Devices BS EN 179
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Fire Exits / Fire Doors
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Outside Access Devices
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Outside Access Digital Locks
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE Pullman Latches
EMERGENCY EXIT HARDWARE System Controls Management
FINGER PROTECTION Door Finger Protectors
FINGER PROTECTION Door Finger Protectors Automatic Doors
FINGER PROTECTION Door Finger Protectors Automatic Doors EN 16005 Compliant
FINGER PROTECTION Door Finger Protectors Door Hinge
FINGER PROTECTION Door Finger Protectors EN 16654
FINGER PROTECTION Door Finger Protectors External / Internal
FINGER PROTECTION Door Finger Protectors Glass Doors
FINGER PROTECTION Door Finger Protectors GS Mark (German Safety Mark)
FINGER PROTECTION Hinges
FIRE ALARM Control Panels
FIRE ALARM Control Panels Custom Engineered Systems
FIRE ALARM Control Panels EN 54:2 1998
FIRE ALARM Control Panels EN 54:4 1998
FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS Detectors and Control Panels EN 54
FIRE DETECTION Control Equipment
HEAT DETECTORS EN 54
HINGE Finger Protection
HINGES Finger Protection Function Integral Finger Protection
HINGES Glass Door
HINGES Glass Door Hydraulic
LOCK Strikes Electric Stikes for Panic Exit Devices
LOCK Strikes Electric Strikes
LOCK Strikes Electric Strikes for Fire Door Applications
LOCK Strikes Glass Doors
LOCK Striking Plates
LOCKS Digital
LOCKS Electric Strikes .See Also LOCK Strikes: Electric Strikes
LOCKS Emergency Exit
LOCKS Entrance
PANIC HARDWARE Modular Systems
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Bars
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Bolts
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Bolts Alarmed
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Bolts EN 1125:2008 CE Marked
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Bolts Outside Access Devices
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Latches
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Latches BS EN 1125:2008 CE Marked
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Latches Electric
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Latches Electric Pushbars
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Latches Electric Touch Bars
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Latches Mortice Pushbars
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Latches Motorised Touch Bars
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Latches Touch Bars
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Pushbars
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Pushbars Certifire Approved
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Pushbars Coloured
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Pushbars EN 1125: 2008 CE Marked
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Pushbars Modular Systems
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Pushbars Mortice Pushbars ,
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Pushbars Motorised Touch Bars
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Pushpads
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Pushpads BS EN 179 CE Marked
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Pushpads Certifire Approved
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Touch Bars
PANIC HARDWARE Panic Touch Bars BS EN 1125:2008 CE Marked
PANIC HARDWARE Stainless Steel Grade 316 Salt Spray Tested 800 Hours
PANIC HARDWARE Touch Bars
ROOF WINDOW Accessories
ROOF WINDOW Controls Electronic Control Systems
ROOF WINDOW Controls Opening Gear
ROOF WINDOW Controls Opening Gear Remote Controlled
ROOF WINDOW Controls Opening Gear Wireless Radio Controlled
ROOF WINDOW Ventilation
ROOFLIGHT OPENERS .
ROOFLIGHT OPENERS Automatic
ROOFLIGHT OPENERS Electric
ROOFLIGHT OPENERS Manual
SENSORS Exterior Rain
SENSORS Exterior Wind
SIGNS Emergency Exit
SIGNS Exit Self Illuminating
SKYLIGHT Openers
SMOKE CONTROL Actuators
SMOKE CONTROL Control Panels Control Units
SMOKE CONTROL Control Panels Control Units EN12101-10
SMOKE CONTROL Control Panels Purpose Made
SMOKE CONTROL Door Actuators
SMOKE CONTROL Firemans Override Switches
SMOKE CONTROL Sensors Smoke Detectors
SMOKE CONTROL Smoke Products
SMOKE CONTROL Systems
SMOKE CONTROL Window Actuators
SMOKE DETECTORS Testing Spray
SMOKE VENTILATOR Call Points Break Glass
THRESHOLD Door Seals
THRESHOLD Door Seals Automatic Doors
THRESHOLDS Low Profile
VENTILATION CONTROLS Actuators
WINDOW CONTROLS Automatic
WINDOW CONTROLS Automatic CO₂ Sensors
WINDOW CONTROLS Automatic Rain Sensors
WINDOW CONTROLS Automatic Smoke Release
WINDOW CONTROLS Automatic Smoke Release AOV
WINDOW CONTROLS Automatic Thermostat Combined
WINDOW CONTROLS Automatic Ventilation
WINDOW CONTROLS Automatic Wind and Rain Sensing
WINDOW CONTROLS Automatic Wind Sensors
WINDOW CONTROLS Conservatory
WINDOW CONTROLS Electric Operation
WINDOW CONTROLS Manual Operation
WINDOW CONTROLS Remote Control
WINDOW FURNITURE PVC-u Windows
WINDOW FURNITURE Security
WINDOW FURNITURE Timber Windows
WINDOW GEAR .
WINDOW OPENERS .
WINDOW OPENERS Automatic
WINDOW OPENERS Automatic Chain Operated Actuators
WINDOW OPENERS Automatic Heat Extraction
WINDOW OPENERS Automatic Linear Actuators
WINDOW OPENERS Automatic Smoke Extraction
WINDOW OPENERS Automatic Smoke Release
WINDOW OPENERS Automatic Smoke Release AOV
WINDOW OPENERS Automatic Thermostat Combined
WINDOW OPENERS Automatic Ventilation
WINDOW OPENERS Automatic Wind and Rain Sensing Weather Control
WINDOW OPENERS Chain Drives
WINDOW OPENERS Conservatory
WINDOW OPENERS Electric Operation
WINDOW OPENERS Electric Operation Chain Operated Actuators
WINDOW OPENERS Electric Operation Linear Actuators
WINDOW OPENERS Electric Operation Linear Actuators Roof Window
WINDOW OPENERS Electric Operation Single Actuators
WINDOW OPENERS Electric Operation Twin Actuators
WINDOW OPENERS Electronic
WINDOW OPENERS Emergency Break Glass
WINDOW OPENERS Fanlight Openers
WINDOW OPENERS Folding Openers
WINDOW OPENERS Folding Stays
WINDOW OPENERS Friction Stays
WINDOW OPENERS Locking
WINDOW OPENERS Manual Winding Gear Controls
WINDOW OPENERS Pole Winder Crank Rod
WINDOW OPENERS Radio Controlled
WINDOW OPENERS Remote Operated
WINDOW OPENERS Smoke Control
WINDOW OPENERS Smoke Control Automatic
WINDOW OPENERS Tandem
WINDOW OPENERS Telescopic
ANTIPANIC Emergency and Panic Exit Devices
ATHMER Automatic Door Seals
ATHMERSPHERE Automatic Door Seals
D-FINE Panic Exit Hardware
DEFINE Window Openers
DFINE Panic Hardware
DITEC Automatic Barriers
DUO Linear Actuators
DUOFLEX Folding Window Openers
FAST Actuators
GLASS CENTRAL Glass Partition
LOKKIT Folding Window Stays
MODULAR RANGE Emergency Exit Hardware
P and M Glass Doors
RACK Window Openers
SMOKE-PROOF Door Seal
STRAND ACTUATOR Actuators
STRAND-ANTIPANIC Panic Bolt
STRANDFLEX Folding Window Openers

Protecting Vulnerable Users: Why Finger Protection is Essential in Healthcare Setting

February 2025

Patient safety and wellbeing always the ultimate priority within the healthcare sector and the integration of appropriate safety measures within building design is key to its delivery. One often overlooked, yet critical, aspect is ensuring that doorways are equipped with reliable finger protection.

Hospitals, GP surgeries, dentists, hospices, and care homes provide services to diverse range of vulnerable individuals—children, the elderly, and those with mobility challenges—making it crucial to minimise hazards associated with door use. Strand Hardware’s Athmer FP600 range of finger protectors offer an advanced solution to meet these needs, providing a robust and dependable safeguard against finger entrapment accidents.

The Need for Finger Protection in Healthcare Environments

Healthcare facilities are high-traffic environments, with doors being opened and closed frequently throughout the day. This high usage increases the likelihood of fingers being trapped, especially on the hinge side of the door. For establishments serving those with limited mobility, reduced situational awareness, or cognitive impairments, the risk is even higher.

Automatic doors, often found in hospitals and clinics, pose an additional hazard as they close quickly and with a firm force, making fingers particularly susceptible to serious injury. The potential for harm in these settings underlines the importance of installing reliable safety devices that can withstand rigorous use while maintaining ease of function.

Strand Hardware’s FP600 Range: Designed for Heavy-Duty Use

The FP600 range by Strand Hardware is engineered to address these safety concerns, offering high-performance protection for various door types, including automatic swing doors. With its innovative design, the FP600 utilises a roller system that ensures fingers are shielded from the hinge side of doors, which is especially beneficial for automatic swing doors.

The FP600’s fabric material is kept under constant tension, using a robust flame-retardant fabric that can withstand heavy cycles of operation. This tensioned fabric seamlessly covers the gap between the door and the frame, automatically engaging when the door is opened and retracting neatly when closed. Such a mechanism ensures the safety of users without compromising the smooth operation of the door.

Key Features of the FP600 Range

High Cycle Durability: The FP600 range is tested to withstand up to 200,000 cycles, making it suitable for high-traffic environments such as hospitals and care homes.
Flexible Length Options: Available in standard lengths 1925mm and 2015mm and special to order sizes from a minimum length of 325mm to a maximum length of 3000mm, making it adaptable to most single and double action doors and powered pedestrian door sets.
Maximum Fabric Travel of 260mm: Ensures complete protection on the hinge side, even for doors that open wide.
EN16005 and EN16654 Compliance: The FP600 meets stringent European safety standards, providing assurance that it delivers reliable and effective protection.
Easy Installation and Tamper Resistance: With an easy-fit CLICK system, the FP600 offers straightforward installation and prevents tampering and is ideal for use on doors which require a lot of maintenance.
Cleaning Products Resistance: All Athmer finger protection devices are extensively tested against a range of disinfectants and cleaning solutions.
Versatile Application: The product is suitable for use on a variety of doors, including automatic and manual types, making it ideal for healthcare facilities where different door configurations are common.

Aesthetic and Customisation Options

Strand Hardware understands the importance of aesthetics in maintaining the therapeutic and welcoming environments of healthcare settings. The FP600 range comes with a Satin Anodised Aluminium (SAA) housing finish with a Black flame-retardant fabric. For those seeking a tailored appearance, bespoke housing RAL colour matching is available upon request, allowing facilities to seamlessly integrate finger protection devices into their overall design scheme.

The FP range combines durability with convenience. There are a number of variations available including a waterproof version which is suitable for external use, and one designed for glass doors.

Says Craig Fox, Sales Director at Strand Hardware: “In healthcare environments, hygiene is critical to prevent the spread of infections. The FP600 range is not only easy to fit, but it can also be quickly removed and reattached for thorough cleaning, ensuring that high hygiene standards are maintained without compromising safety. This also makes them ideal for doors that require regular maintenance both internal and external.”

Safety First in Healthcare: Why Choose Strand Hardware?

Strand Hardware’s FP600 range is not just a product—it is a commitment to safety and peace of mind. Its award-winning German Safety Mark certification is a testament to its superior quality and reliability. By choosing the FP600, healthcare facilities can ensure they are providing the best possible protection against finger-trapping hazards, particularly on high-risk automatic doors.

Strand Hardware Unveils All New Technical Data Sheets

December 2024

Strand Hardware Unveils All New Technical Data Sheets

Strand Hardware has launched a brand new set of technical data sheets for its extensive range of finger protection devices, packed with more detail and clarity than ever before.

Designed to meet the exacting standards of architects, specifiers, and architectural ironmongers, these enhanced resources answer frequent client questions on finishes, sizes, material composition, technical specifications and British Standards compliance.

The updated data sheets make it easier to understand the unique features of Strand’s range of seven finger protection devices, with clear, easy-to-view tables and finish/fabric swatches that showcase product options at a glance. Additionally, critical compliance information, such as British Standard testing requirements for fire doors, is now explicitly detailed, giving buyers confidence in selecting the right solution for their needs.

Craig Fox, Sales Director at Strand Hardware, said: “We’re delighted to release these new data sheets, which are a big step forward in providing the transparency our clients want. All the key information—finishes, specifications, compliance standards, and technical data—is now readily available in one place, making the decision process faster and simpler.”

The new technical data sheets are now available for download – see individual products for details https://www.strandhardware.co.uk/index.php/products/window-and-door-hardware/finger-protection-devices

For more information on Strand Hardware contact: info@strandhardware.co.uk or call: 01922 639111

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