Essentra helps window systems supplier with first-of-its kind Push Button Swinghandle Lock solution
Albert Genau, a global leader in the design and manufacture of durable window systems, has turned to Essentra Components to create and provide a new espagnolette locking system for use across its window guillotine system.
Essentra Components created a first-of-its kind Push Button Swinghandle Lock System to meet the specific needs of Albert Genau as it sought durable, reliable locking solutions across its sliding and folding glass systems.
The finished Swinghandle Lock product not only provided significant cost savings for Albert Genau, leading to greater cost efficiency and resource optimisation, but also won the prestigious RedDot, IF Design and Good Design awards for its design.
Essentra Components, a partner of Albert Genau across its locking systems since 2015, worked with the glazing solutions manufacturer to develop the product with 3D CAD drawings and prototypes. These had to meet the objectives of creating an easy to operate, durable, reliable and long-lasting locking system. The locks also needed to seamlessly integrate into the new window systems, be easy to maintain, and fit the ergonomic and aesthetic requirements of Albert Genau based on its extensive customer research.
Adil Işildak, Chairman of the Board, Albert Genau is delighted with the outcome: “Our relationship with Essentra has been going from strength to strength. When we design a new product, we discuss possible locking options with Essentra and act accordingly.”
Serkan Ruzgar, Access Hardware Regional Sales Director APAC and EMEA at Essentra, adds: “We have a fantastic, long-lasting working relationship with Albert Genau and this latest locking system combines the expertise of both partners to deliver a truly award-winning locking system. We are very proud of this solution and our partnership and look forward to delivering more bespoke solutions for Albert Genau and other clients across our extensive portfolio.”
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About Essentra Plc
Essentra Components is the trading name of Essentra Plc, a FTSE 250 market-leading global manufacturer and distributor of essential industrial components. Established in 1955, the business operates in 28 countries worldwide, with 14 manufacturing facilities, 24 distribution centres and 33 sales and service locations. Its wide range of 45,000 products serves more than 70,000 customers across a variety of applications in industries including equipment manufacturing, automotive, fabrication, electronics, medical and renewable energy. For further information, please visit, www.essentracomponents.com or www.essentraplc.com.