G-U picks up National Fenestration Award win

Gretsch-Unitas (G-U) has been crowned winner of the Door Component of the Year Award at the National Fenestration Awards, after being shortlisted for five awards on the day.

Announced at Doncaster Racecourse on 24 October, the win is said to highlight the company’s innovation in a category decided entirely by votes from sector professionals across the UK.

Gretsch-Unitas claimed the award for its GU Secury LogIQ Automatic Multipoint Lock.

By rethinking the locking mechanism, Gretsch-Unitas has reportedly created a solution that overcomes the installation and compatibility hurdles often found in automatic hardware, allowing for seamless integration into standard door preparations.

The GU Secury LogIQ has a trigger mechanism which is integrated directly within the top and bottom latch bolts.

This design allows the lock to engage automatically as soon as the door is closed, achieving a full 20mm bolt projection without the need for external triggers or magnets.

To ensure smooth operation for the end user, the system features an integral patented hold-back feature that allows for controlled movement during both daily use and the initial installation process.

The system is designed to fit standard door preparations, allowing fabricators to add automatic locking to their existing product range without the need for new tooling or bespoke routing.

With a 45mm backset and universal handing, the GU Secury LogIQ simplifies the retrofitting process for existing configurations, effectively reducing the requirement for specialised stock.

This mechanical reliability is supported by rigorous durability testing, with the mechanism exceeding the requirements of BS 6375-2 Class 5 by completing over 100,000 cycles.

“We’re very proud to receive this accolade for this fantastic product. That it was decided by industry vote makes it all the more humbling”, said Rob Rossall, Managing Director of Gretsch-Unitas.

He added: “We have some exciting announcements on advancements in door locking technology coming soon!”

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