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Certifications
Our vision is to be the most widely certified company in architectural hardware, and in the last decade we have invested heavily to put ourselves at the forefront of the industry.
We hold our products to the highest standards of safety and performance, as reflected by the breadth of the certifications we have sought and achieved. Our entire range of products are designed with first consideration given to performance, fire safety, security, accessibility, acoustics, and weather.
To ensure our products exceed the latest industry standards, we work closely with third party testing laboratories such as Certifire/Warrington Fire and UL. All testing is done by random selection to ensure our products are up to standards every time.
We are proud to have been the first-ever company to achieve CERTIFIRE approval for our lever handles.
We have a vast range of products which achieve certification for European or American fire standards and in some cases our products achieve both, increasing their adaptability.
With regards to European testing, we have tested many of our major product lines to 240 minutes for steel doors and 120 minutes for timber doors. We have tested most American National Standards Institute (ANSI) products to three hours in accordance with UL10c.
We undergo twice annual mechanical evidence testing on all our items, as well as annual external testing to the standards required. Additionally, we carry out annual factory control audits by third parties to ensure accountability at all of our facilities.
A detailed list of our certifications is included in the Appendix. We are continually seeking further certifications for our product ranges and this list is ever-expanding. If you require any specific certification not listed in the Appendix, please inquire with our team as we may have achieved it since production of this catalogue.
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Longevity
Architectural hardware is one of the most heavily-used elements of your lived-in space. A typical busy door can be used 150 times per day, meaning that in 25 years, that hardware is used 1,350,000 times.
In addition to offering a beautiful product, which may be the first thing that the end user sees or touches in a space, Consort hardware offers unbeatable functionality and longevity. Consort manufactures products for a full life cycle and long-term performance, safeguarding against impacts on time, cost, and the environment.
We operate with complete transparency and have full traceability on all of our products, so you can rest assured of the quality and provenance of our materials.
We believe in the integrity of our product and our long-term warranties reflect that. Additionally, our products feature unique date stamps, making warranties easily traceable by time rather than cycle. Refer to the full index of products for more information on warranties in each category and range.
Not only is Consort hardware a wise investment financially, but it is also an investment in the future of our planet. Our commitment to creating products that last also means reducing unnecessary waste and impact on our ecosystems.
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Bespoke
Consort takes a solutions-based approach to meeting the needs of any project we are associated with.
As a family owned and operated business, we provide a personal service and level of attention to detail which reflect the value we place on each client and project. At the same time, we have the benefit of more than 50 years of expertise and operations, widely-certified product ranges, and well-established global manufacturing capabilities and resources.
We are therefore uniquely positioned to provide the highest-quality bespoke products, designed to the exact specifications of your project. We have crafted entirely custom designs, finishes, colours, and sizes to reflect the unique needs of prominent projects, such as the Oman National Museum and the Ritz Carlton, Amman, Jordan.
Our capabilities include:
• Production of custom product and finishes, with warranties;
• Addition of antimicrobial finish to any existing hardware
• Matching products across furniture fittings, doors, and glass;
• Creating custom sizes of our hardware
• Developing specific lines to complement existing interiors, including entirely new product ranges; and
• Matching hotel locking systems with any of our own levers.
In support of British manufacturing, much of our bespoke product is produced in Birmingham.
For more information, please speak with our team about how we can deliver the most beautiful and functional products to meet your needs and vision.
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I have had the privilege to work closely with Consort over the past 4 years in Baku, Azerbaijan.From the initial brief / scope of works being discussed with their on-site sales manager, to the provision of schedule of materials and competitive quotations, all within a reactive timeframe, I have found the service from Consort, second to none.Furthermore, their management style and delivery can only be described as excellent and the after sales service only reinforces the commitment and willingness to go the “extra mile” to ensure that the customer is their direct focus.Products, availability and delivery are all part of the “we can do” attitude that is evidently proven, from ALL levels within the Consort Group.It is not often that I recommend/ praise companies for completed works, but in all the years that I have worked with Consort, I would have no hesitation in recommending them for future projects here in Azerbaijan, or anywhere else in the world.
Hill International, Design Manager
www.hillintl.com
AMBB have worked closely with Consort over a number of years and some challenging projects, we have over this period welcomed and enjoyed the benefits of a very technical and supportive team within Consort who have on all occasions worked within our time and budgetary constraints to achieve a high level of end user satisfaction for which we thank Consort. We look forward to working with their team for many years to come.
General Manager, AMBB Building Contracting
I have had the pleasure of working with Consort on a number of projects throughout the region, in recent years, and have always found their service and reliability second to none. I hope that our relationship will continue to strengthen in years to come.
Senior Projects Manager, Al Tayer Stocks
Working with Consort is unlike any other hardware supplier. They have the passion for their industry, the qualified staff and the infrastructure which enables them to deliver the unparalleled service I require at short notice. They protect the specifications we demand, whilst ensuring the package is delivered on time and within budget to the contractor.
U+A, Partner/ Design Principal, U+A
We have been working with Consort in the MENA region since opening our office in 2010 and our relationship has strengthened in this time due to their impeccable delivery, innovation and adherence to working with the high standards we set ourselves and our supply chain – we hope to build on this relationship in the years to come.
Perkins+Will - Principal Managing Director, Perkins+Will
It’s always a pleasure to work with Consort due to the fast and helpful responses we receive to all our enquiries.
Export Manager, Apton Partitioning Limited
Consort offer a wide range of products that fill any design aesthetic and budget. The team continually deliver quality service for any assistance we need and products are installed on time and without any issues.
Laila Al-Yousuf, Design Director – SAY studio
We have had the pleasure of successfully collaborating with the Consort team on various project sizes and types for almost a decade now. They are simply ‘a safe pair of hands’ always delivering on time, with the highest level of professionalism and accuracy. What sets Consort apart form the other suppliers is always positive attitude and taking advisory roles to junior team members. When it comes to meeting design briefs and criteria, the ranges Consort carries paired with their team experience and knowledge never fail to deliver outstanding support. An amazing team to work with.
Adil Amin - Head of Interior Design/ Dragana Cemalovic-Ndedu - Associate / Emily Wong - Associate - ID
Consort have provided a wealth of support to AAID on many of our projects. Extremely responsive, always on hand with technical advice, supportive during value engineering or specification changes, they are always available to help us navigate the ironmongery arena. The team are approachable, friendly and happy to help. They have been a huge support to our team and our projects and we are extremely grateful to them all. Thank you!
Julie Thom Associate Director – Allen Architecture Interiors Design
We have been dealing with Consort Architectural for a number of years and have been lucky enough to deal with the same people within the business. During this time they have consistently performed well in providing support from specification to delivery of goods, ensuring that through every stage we are kept informed on anything that arises. Consort are an approachable and reliable business who will always offer their knowledge, support and recommendations for the best possible solution.
Door manufacturer
We have been using Consort as one of our major suppliers since Tuscan was formed, some 20 years ago and we are still using them to date which bears testimony to their useability and performance. They are well stocked with a full range of CE / BS certified products, some of which are not available anywhere else. We look forward to the next 20 years of continuing our professional working relationship.
Paul Mason, Managing Director, Tuscan Architectural Hardware ltd
We’ve dealt with Consort since we started in 2019, their product range - which is ever evolving, their reliable stock levels and helpful staff make life that bit easier
Mark Corlick Managing Director, Astoria Ironmongery Ltd
I have been purchasing from Consort for over three years now and have never had an issue. They carry a good level of stock to fulfil orders, the quality is good, and the customer service is excellent.
Purchasing Manager, Midlands based Distributor
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