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IAI AGM & Dinner 'Sold Out'

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:20:09 GMT

This year's IAI AGM & Dinner at Marriott City Centre, Liverpool has sold out. We have seen an extremely high number of bookings. We would like to thank our sponsors for their generous support and everyone at the IAI branches who have promoted this event. We look forward to having a superb day in Liverpool!

Code of Practice: Hardware for Fire and Escape Doors

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:20:09 GMT

This Code has been compiled by members of the Door and Hardware
Federation (DHF) and Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI), to
provide advice on best practice in the selection of building hardware
for use on fire-resisting doors and doorsets, and escape doors.

"GO LIVE" DATE ANNOUNCED FOR FIRE DOOR INSPECTION SCHEME WEBSITE

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:20:09 GMT

The Fire Door Inspection Scheme (FDIS) is continuing to make excellent progress towards launch, and a ‘go live’ date has now been announced for the FDIS website.

The website gives full details of the scheme and the FDIS online education programme which is available to anyone who wishes to have a greater knowledge of fire doors and a qualification to prove it.

From 1 February, members will be able to register on the FDIS website [www.fdis.co.uk]. Once registered you will be able to start working through the education modules, and then book and sit the final FDIS Diploma examination at a local test centre. Successful candidates will be awarded the Diploma in Fire Doors and will be entitled to use the designation DipFD after their name.

Work is being finalised on a Transition Module which provides a route for Diploma holders to become Certificated Inspectors, provided they successfully complete the module and go on to pass an on-site practical assessment of their skills and knowledge.

The FDIS Diploma will provide a comprehensive level of knowledge in fire door specification, installation, inspection and maintenance:

• Foundation module – A basic understanding of fire doors and their components, including testing and certification, regulations and standards, inspection and maintenance.
• Timber doors and frames – A more detailed look at timber fire and escape doorsets, their construction, installation and functional performance.
• Seals – About the function and technology of intumescent, acoustic and smoke seals, how they’re identified and installed.
• Glazing – About the types of fire resistant glass, glazed apertures, glazing retention systems and beading and the importance of getting it right.
• Ironmongery and Signage – Two modules covering all essential and non-essential ironmongery, panic escape mechanisms and signage on fire doors.
• Metal fire doors – How steel doors differ from timber doors, how they are tested, glazed, installed and maintained.

The Diploma is very close to launch, and promotional events will be held for members and the media by the end of March 2012.

The FDIS working group, comprising members of the GAI and BWF-CERTIFIRE scheme, has worked very hard to develop a scheme from scratch – one which brings significant commercial benefits and training opportunities to our members involved in fire doors and associated supply chain.

The FDIS is the first such scheme in Europe, designed to transform people’s knowledge and understanding about the critical purpose and function of fire doors. Its ultimate purpose is to help improve safety and save lives through creating a new pool of expertise and competence to help those with legal responsibilities under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order. It provides a vital new resource to help the ‘Responsible Person’ complete fire risk assessments for the premises they manage. It also raises awareness of defective fire doors and the potentially tragic consequences of leaving these unchecked.

This has been a major undertaking with the coming together of two trade associations and the working group dedicating significant amounts of time to the scheme alongside their day jobs.

We will keep you regularly updated on progress up to launch and beyond through our news updates and website.

IAI Survey Winner

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:20:09 GMT

Congratulations go to Natalie Ebler, the winner of the IAI Survey prize draw. Natalie has won an exclusive package (double room) for the IAI AGM and Dinner at the Marriot City Centre, Liverpool on February 18 2012.

Thanks again to everyone who took part in the survey!

IAI Survey - Thank you!

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:20:09 GMT

Thanks to all those who took part in our IAI Survey and had the opportunity to enter into our prize draw to win a package at the IAI AGM and Dinner at the Marriot City Centre, Liverpool on February 18, 2012. Your opinion matters to us and we appreciate the time that you took to complete the survey.

The winner will be announced shortly.

Event: AGM & Conference

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:20:09 GMT

The 51st AGM & Conference is due to take place in at the Marriot Forest of Arden Birmingham CV7 7HR.

Please mark this weekend in your diary, more details to follow...

from:12/05/2012 to 12/05/2012

Event: Sout East IAI Branch Meeting

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:20:09 GMT

Topic: Best Practice in accessible Bathroom Design by Julie Meade of Pressalit Care plc (CPD Seminar)

Venue: The Sekforde Arms, Clerkenwell

Time: 6.30p.m. for food – 7.00 p.m. for presentation

Please can you confirm your attendance by Monday 19th March 2012 to Cheryl Flinders at c.flinders@geze.com

from:27/03/2012 to 27/03/2012

Event: Midlands IAI Branch Meeting

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:20:09 GMT

Topic: Branch AGM – followed by presentation AI An historical Account – Presenter Bob Ramage

Venue: HOPPE(UK) Ltd Wolverhampton WV10 7GW

Time: Buffet 6.30pm, Presentation starts at 7.00pm.

from:13/03/2012 to 13/03/2012

Event: South West IAI Branch Meeting

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:20:09 GMT

Topic:TBC

Venue: Cleve Country Club, Mantle Street, Wellington, Somerset TA21 8SN (01823 662033)

Time: 7:30pm

from:07/03/2012 to 07/03/2012

Event: IAI AGM

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:20:09 GMT

The next IAI AGM will take place on 18 February 2012 at the Marriott City Centre in Liverpool. This event has now sold out!

from:18/02/2012 to 18/02/2012

Event: South East IAI Branch Meeting

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:20:09 GMT

Topic: Presentation by Justin Ratcliffe CE of Council for Aluminium. His presentation will be on sustainability in the built environment and carries a CPD point.

Venue: TO BE CONFIRMED

Time: 6.30p.m. for food

Please can you confirm your attendance by Monday 6th February 2012 to Cheryl Flinders at c.flinders@geze.com

from:09/02/2012 to 09/02/2012

Event: Midlands IAI Branch Meeting

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:20:09 GMT

Topic: Intumescent Technology – Presenter Mann McGowan

Venue: Oxley Park Golf Club, Wolverhampton WV10 6DE

Time: Buffet 6.30pm, Presentation starts at 7.00pm.

from:07/02/2012 to 07/02/2012

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Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:20:09 GMT

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Jobs: Area Sales Manager

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:20:09 GMT

Company: Aldridge Security Ltd
Location: London & Surrounding Areas
Description: How would you like to join one of the UK market leaders in the distribution of Security Products?

Aldridge is the largest trade only security wholesaler in the UK and Ireland and has over 60 years of experience in the industry. With over 17,000 different products in stock from 270 suppliers available, the Aldridge portfolio includes Access Control, Ironmongery/Hardware, Key Cutting, Locking, Locksmiths Tools & Accessories and UPVC products.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Area Sales Manager covering London & Surrounding areas. The role will involve growing and maintaining existing accounts and developing new business opportunities within the security industry.

The candidate will be responsible for selling all aspects of the company’s portfolio, from Key Blanks to Key Machines, Locks to Access Control, to a variety of customers, including Locksmiths, Architectural Ironmongers, Builders Merchants and Hardware Stores.

We are looking for an organized and target driven individual with the dedication and passion to make this challenging role a success. Previous Field Sales experience is preferred along with related experience within the Security/Specification Industry.

In return we can offer an attractive salary, bonus, company car, laptop, and pension scheme, and the opportunity to join a company with over 60 years experience within the security industry

Please email your CV to ugne.midwinter@aldridgesecurity.co.uk or telephone Ugne Midwinter on 08444 125101 for any questions.Salery: Salary dependant on experience, as well as Benefits including Bonus, Pension, Company Car etc.
Date listed:27/01/2012
Email Contact: ugne.midwinter@aldridgesecurity.co.uk
Expiry date: 27/02/2012

Jobs: Product Manager

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:20:09 GMT

Company: Laidlaw
Location:
Description: Job Purpose Statement:

To manage and develop Laidlaw Solutions Limited’s product offering within all product market areas of Architectural Ironmongery, Doorsets, Handrail & Balustrading and Access Control focussing on the fundamental marketing mix area’s of Product, Price, Placement and Marketing Communications in line with corporate objectives set by the Board and the Supply Chain department. This role will also involve extensive liaison with new and existing Suppliers and the Laidlaw Solutions Sales Centres.

Qualifications and Professional Memberships

• Guild of Architectural Ironmongery Diploma (Dip.GAI) desirable but not essential
• Engineering qualification/experience i.e. HND or similar

Key Accountabilities

• To develop, maintain and monitor product portfolio’s with allocated suppliers including the management of our own brands of Orbis, Centurion etc. and any others that may be deemed necessary to launch
• To recommend supplier and product selection/de-selection subject to final approval by Supply Chain Team Management
• To conduct any product evaluation and sampling required to make a commercial decision
• To produce data analysis/reports geared around products and customer segments for developing our offering and maximising sales and profit
• To ensure compliance with relevant technical product legislation and manage the certification process through to fruition
• To monitor competitor activity including understanding the product offerings
• To recommend pro-active and tactical product marketing initiatives – joint supplier initiatives etc.
• To interface with all levels of Operations/Salesforce and Customers to ensure full understanding of their needs and assist in driving innovative concepts through to market
• To interface with all levels of Operations/Salesforce/Suppliers and Customers to ensure any complaints and product issues are dealt with via the correct procedure proactively
• To develop and deliver product training and technical support to Salesforce and other internal colleagues as appropriate via PowerPoint Presentations
• To guide other team members such as the Marketing Assistant on pricing and stock management system as appropriate in relation to your product sector
• To strive to be a pro-active team player within the Supply Chain Team including effective liaison with Commercial, International Sourcing and Purchasing

KPI’s

• Effective & Timely Product Management
• Meeting Personal Objectives
• Meeting Departmental Objectives
• Comprehensive support to Sales Centre Network

Technical Competencies

• Competent in Product Management principles
• Excellent communication skills
• IT skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Industry Knowledge
• Knowledge of B2B markets

Core Competencies:

Meeting timescales

• Meeting deadlines
• Maintaining productivity
• Multi-tasking

Checking things

• Finding errors
• Ensuring accuracy
• Producing high quality work

Team working

• Working participatively
• Encouraging team contributions
• Involving others in decisions

Resolving conflict

• Calming upset people/customers
• Handling angry individuals/customers
• Resolving arguments

Managing tasks

• Working methodically
• Planning activities
• Setting priorities

Seizing opportunities

• Identifying business opportunities
• Facilitating sales
• Outperforming competitors

Examining information

• Processing information
• Asking probing questions
• Finding solutions

Making decisions

• Deciding on action
• Assuming responsibility
• Standing by decisions

Convincing people

• Persuading others
• Shaping opinions
• Negotiating

Taking action

• Making things happen
• Using initiative
• Investing energy

Interacting with people

• Projecting enthusiasm
• Making contact
• Networking

Articulating Information

• Giving presentations
• Training colleagues
• Explaining things

Pursuing Goals

• Achieving outstanding results
• Acting with determination
• Persisting through difficulties

Value Behaviours:

Customer Focus

• Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers
• Gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in service.
• Acts with the customer in mind
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers
• Ensure delivery of the right product within the right timescale to meet customer’s requirements
• Practices attentive and active listening, has the patience to hear people out

Integrity/Respect

• Deliver to the agreed company policies and procedures
• Treat each other with dignity and respect
• Always acts in Laidlaw’s best interests, ensuring decisions & actions are company, not individually based.
• Has open and honest dialogue
• Takes responsibility when mistakes are made
• Treats company information with the utmost of confidentiality

Accountability

• Ensure good quality results are achieved
• Support open conversation around errors and concerns
• Taking ownership of issues - see through from start to finish
• Take responsibility for self development

Innovation

• Positively embraces company changes and new ways of working
• Confidence to put forward ideas
• Suggesting alternatives/solutions to problems

One Team

• Effective liaison within Supply Chain Team for the delivery of team objectives
• Pulls together for the benefit of the whole organisation
• Recognising through customer relations the opportunities for the whole of Laidlaw
• Be prepared to support other areas of the business as required (e.g. Doors and H&B)
• To be able to work in a variety of teams both vertically and horizontally
• Shares wins and successes

You may be required to undertake additional or other reasonable duties to meet the needs and requirements of the business including travel and overnight stays.Salery: Competitive
Date listed:24/01/2012
Email Contact: ShafiqSharif@laidlaw.net
Expiry date: 24/02/2012

Jobs: Area Sales Manager

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:20:09 GMT

Company: Aldridge Security
Location: Scotland & North East
Description:

How would you like to join one of the UK market leaders in the distribution of Security Products?

Aldridge Security is the largest security wholesaler in the UK and Ireland and has over 60 years of experience in the security industry. With over 14,000 different products in stock from 230 suppliers available, the Aldridge portfolio includes Access Control, Ironmongery/Hardware, Key Cutting, Locking, Locksmiths Tools & Accessories and UPVC products.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Area Sales Manager covering Scotland & North East areas. The role will involve growing and maintaining existing accounts and developing new business opportunities within the security industry.

The candidate will be responsible for selling all aspects of the company’s portfolio, from Key Blanks to Key Machines, Locks to Access Control, to a variety of customers, including Locksmiths, Architectural Ironmongers, Builders Merchants and Hardware Stores.

We are looking for an organized and target driven individual with the dedication and passion to make this challenging role a success. Previous Field Sales experience is preferred along with related experience within the Security/Specification Industry.

In return we can offer an attractive salary, bonus, company car, laptop, and the opportunity to join a company with over 60 years experience within the security industry

Please email your CV to ugne.midwinter@aldridgesecurity.co.uk or telephone Ugne Midwinter on 08444 125101 for any questions.

Salery: Salary dependant on experience, as well as Benefits including Bonus, Company Car etc.
Date listed:09/01/2012
Email Contact: ugne.midwinter@aldridgesecurity.co.uk
Expiry date: 09/02/2012

Jobs: Estimator/Project Manager

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:20:09 GMT

Company: IZE
Location: London
Description: Bespoke ironmongery company requires dedicated, hard-working architectural ironmonger for project management and sales, based in its Fulham office. Salary depending on experience. Please apply with CV.Salery: Negotiated based on experience
Date listed:09/01/2012
Email Contact: krisztina@ize.info
Expiry date: 09/02/2012