Accsys has developed the first sliding sash window, featuring slimline glazing bars and a 44mm thick sash, designed to meet the requirements of PAS 24: 2022. This was made possible through a collaboration with a consortium of stakeholders, including Midland Joinery, ERA, and SD Hardware.
PAS 24: 2022 is a rigorous testing standard that is designed to evaluate the enhanced security performance of windows and doors, ensuring their ability to withstand a specified level of attack. Designed to mimic an attempted break-in by a burglar using tools that are easy to conceal. A window or door is put through several tests including mechanical load testing, manual attack testing and impact testing; each designed to explore any vulnerabilities. The test was conducted at the independent UKAS accredited test house at ERA’s facility in Wolverhampton.
Statistics provided by the police force have highlighted that in domestic burglaries, 30% of all opportunist offenders gained entry through a window.
The innovative design of the Accoya sliding sash window includes a ¾-Inch Radius End Sash Pulley, Timber Series Sash Lift, Timber Series High Security Classic Cam Lock and Sash Window Screw Locks.
Cheryl Varley, Account Manager at ERA says: “It’s wonderful to see all stakeholders working together to achieve this important accolade. The independent UKAS test house housed within the ERA facility is a valuable resource for our customers. The test engineers really put windows through their paces to give consumers peace of mind.”
Mike Lewis, Technical Sales Manager for Accoya UK and Ireland commented: “We’re thrilled that the Accoya sliding sash window, replicating a traditional and historical design, has successfully passed this rigorous security test. Thanks to Midland Joinery, SD Hardware and ERA, homeowners will know that their homes are equipped with some of the most secure timber windows available on the market.”
Tim Heeley at Midland Joinery states: “We’re passionate about delivering top-quality joinery and making sure our customers are completely satisfied. It’s been a privilege to be a part of the development and testing of our Accoya range of heritage sliding sash windows that have achieved PAS 24 accreditation. This recognition gives our customers confidence in knowing their windows meet the highest safety standards.”
Gary Ewings at SD Hardware said: “We are dedicated to supplying hardware that meets the highest standards to the joinery industry. Bringing this project together along with Accoya, ERA, and Midland Joinery, to achieve PAS 24: 2022 in a sliding sash window is bringing down the boundaries for every joinery to comply with Part Q. Something we believe the industry has needed for some time – the first sash window to pass using Accoya is great news for everyone in the joinery industry.”
