We are pleased to inform all our customers that on the 14 June 2011, Crown Commercial Windows received the coveted Secured by Design (SBD) Award for UPVC Casement Windows.
Secured by Design is the initiative of the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) that aims to reduce crime through effective environmental design. The scheme also calls for the installation of security products that meet police approved standards. Manufacturers and installers, whose products have been certified by an accredited testing body to the specified standards, can apply for SBD membership and licence to utilise the scheme's logo. Further information on the scheme can be obtained by visiting www.securedbydesign.com.
The SBD logo is the only symbol that guarantees national police approval of a product, providing architects, planners, specifiers, builders and end customers with reassurance that it provides a realistic level of resistance to criminal attack. It is widely recognised within the building industry and is increasingly being listed as a mandatory requirement in tenders.
Utilising SBD accredited products helps meet new planning requirements for developers to demonstrate what they are doing to reduce crime. Planners recognise the effectiveness of Secured by Design and creating a development that is SBD compliant and/or utilises SBD accredited building and security products, is a quick and simple way to ensure compliance with new guidelines. Consumers and specifiers are also recognising that SBD provides an easy route to help identify which of the many technical standards indicates a product is an effective crime prevention measure.
Gaining SBD approval for casement windows is a significant achievement and demonstrates Crown Commercial Windows commitment to safety and sustainability and provides our valued customers with reassurance that our product matches performance claims.
Securing SBD accreditation provides Crown Commercial Windows with a unique competitive advantage and reiterates our statement of supplying first class products.
