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It goes without saying that technology is changing our personal and professional lives. It is far easier to stick with what we know but complacency can affect our job options and profits. Many installers and contractors have extensive experience with only one brand. Specialisation is an asset but can limit potential when presented with larger projects. With over 30 years of experience with hundreds of brands, we know a thing or two about staying ahead of the curve. Our library is home to over 5,900 pieces of literature designed to aid installers in the door entry trade. There has never been a better time to cultivate more knowledge to help you hit the ground running and grow your projects. Door Entry Direct is the best resource to help you with that.

Let us assume for the moment that we keep up to date with many of the changes that happen across our industry. How can we learn to install these systems with confidence? The first concern is being unfamiliar with how to go about it and where

We know this is a challenging time for many in our industry. Door Entry Direct is no stranger to overcoming challenges so we have implemented some minor changes to ensure business still runs smoothly and safely. You will find that we are mostly business-as-usual!

We are still open for business. There are many ways that you can still receive your goods: 

• We encourage you to continue using Door Entry Direct online. There are no interruptions to delivery to your home or office.
• Email [email protected] to order, check stock or make an appointment to collect your goods.
• Contact us on 0208 621 6210 to discuss with one our sales team.  Our team is available between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday.

Where necessary, you can make an appointment to collect or return at our Trade Counter:

• Our Trade Counter is still open for business, but we will not be permitting any visitors inside our office.  Please arrange an appointment with our team by phone or email should you

With their elegant design and slim style, the 3.5-inch Agata video monitors blend perfectly into any setting.

The monitors from the Agata range are available in multiple colours and allow users to choose from several rings and four different melodies from the external entrance panel. Check out the  range:

• The Agata is designed for wall mounting and is compatible with the X1 2-wire system, for the XIP, System 300 digital systems or for the 200 multi-wire system
• 8 intercommunicating calls (X1 system) or 5 intercommunicating calls (200 system)
• All the Agata models share their ease of use, stylish modern design and functionality.
• Video monitors comprise of a 3.5 inch colour LCD display
• Door lock release with the Agata Building range
• Panic" button to call the Porter for help (X1 system)
• MASTER/SLAVE function

Take a look at the AGATAVC - This VC Colour LCD Video Monitor has been designed for System X1 and includes controls to adjust the contrast, brightness and volume which can also be turned

Fermax’s VDS, is a simple digital system that can be used on both Audio and Video. Available as a Skyline modular panel, a Cityline aluminium panel or the Marine VR panel this system keeps all the benefits of your existing door entry whilst adding a modern feel.

The VDS wiring system which makes it ideal for or carrying out replacement works or upgrading from analogue entry to video entry system while making use of existing wires.

The video entrance panels feature a high quality colour camera that can be manually adjusted by 10 degrees at any angle. The built-in LED offers illumination in low lighting condition for better picture quality on video monitor.

The Loft monitor is built from high-impact ABS plastic making it durable and shock resistant. The 3.5" screen provides a clear image from the panel and comes with options to change the contrast and brightness as needed. Additional buttons (F1, F2) control auxiliary functions ranging from operating lights to a panic call button. To make

Are you searching for a solution to your access control needs which doesn’t cost the earth? Have you found yourself lost in a market of vast choice, left confused about your options going forward? We introduce you to the range of SRS standalone access control kits.

SRS standalone access control has been designed for simplicity and has two central features, the keypad and the proximity reader. Some kits contain either and some kits contain both.

Choose an SRS access control keypad and available options are:

• DC60SS- The DC60SS is our bestselling access control keypad for outdoor installation, featuring a modern, vandal resistant design with illuminated buttons.

• DC260- This standalone door access control unit is suitable for use within small shops, factories or office buildings. These control units are compact in size, the coded access keypad is manufactured from ABS plastic and is designed for indoor use.

• DC90SS- This product is an upgraded version of the DC60SS. This modern keypad combines

Whether working on one home or a larger installation, everything will be moving towards IP in the coming years. Dahua have a range that can fit any size or shape. Their range of 1-way kits are simple to install. Don't believe us? Check them out here.

Modular stainless steel video panel with name window panel. Panel can be either flush or surface mount.

Features:

• Colour video & audio call
• IPC surveillance
• Alarm integration
• Remote intercom with mobile APP

Technical Specifications:

• 2 outputs
• IP65 rating
• Surface mounted

The flagship on the range in my opinion is certainly the VTO9231D. This IP digital call touch sensitive door entry panel with 2MP wide angle camera with night vision is made of aluminium alloy plate which has IK07 impact rating and a IP55 rating features an 10inch IPS touch screen tempered glass with embedded Mifare and fingerprint reader. This panel is flush mounted only. Following the latest technologies, it is an IP based system which enables remote intercom communication

So we hear you’ve got a thing for Electric locking…well have you heard about CDVi?

The CDVi Group are a major player in the market for access control and locking systems.  The products provide high-quality performance without any fuss!

CDVi are electric locking experts, just check out their product ranges below:

• SDA Series - The SDA series from CDVI offers high quality, double action locks in fail secure or fail safe versions like the SDA251

• MV Series - motorised locks that provide electronic deadlocking to suit a wide range of applications. (MVM)

• GPCF Series - The GPCF is a high performance and versatile lock to suit many requirements. Including high security, due to it’s one metric ton of holding force measured at the jaw, half a million duty cycles and superior fire resilience

CDVi electric locks feature a choice between fail safe and/or fail secure locks and you can explore the whole range here.

So, if you’re looking to bring your electric locking A-game, you can’t

We have collated a list of training videos, webinars and guides designed to help the door entry trade. These come from from our own library and industry partners. It is encouraging to see how many companies are ramping up their training material. There is plenty of new and refreshed material available so we will be updating this on a regular basis.

There has never been a better time for tradespeople to dust up their skills and cultivate new knowledge to help them hit the ground running when we are business-as-usual. Door Entry Direct is the UK's #1 largest stocked range of door entry systems and expertise. Our mission is to help installers gain new business by making their lives easier with the largest door entry stock and unmatched support.

Upcoming Webinars of interest

Door Entry Direct updates this list daily so make sure to check in regularly! We recommend you bookmark this page as a reminder.