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16/04/25

UAP Secures the Future of Door Hardware: The first 3-star cylinder with new BSI Kitemark security certification

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At UAP Ltd, we don’t just respond to change—we drive it. For the past 14 months, our team…

At UAP Ltd, we don’t just respond to change—we drive it. For the past 14 months, our team has been working behind the scenes, designing and developing a new standard in door hardware security. Today, we’re proud to share a landmark achievement in that journey:

UAP is the first company to have passed The first 3-star cylinder with BSI Kitemark security certification test

This is more than a milestone—it’s a signal to the industry that the future of door security is already here, and UAP is leading the way.


Raising the Bar with BSI Kitemark Certification

Our latest generation of Freezeguard cylinders has officially received the BSI Kitemark certification for 3-star security, making UAP the first Kitemarked customer through the latest version of TS007. This sets a new benchmark for strength, resilience, and reliability.

“We fully support the move toward higher security standards,” says David Jennings, CEO of UAP Ltd.
“Our early action means our customers don’t just meet the standards—they lead them.”

These advanced cylinders have been rigorously tested to resist the most aggressive forms of attack, including:

  • Freezing
  • Gluing
  • Snapping
  • Drilling
  • Picking
  • Bumping

Backed by Secured by Design and the latest PAS24:2022+A1:2024 requirements, this certification represents the highest level of independent assurance available in the market today.


The Impact: Leading the Industry Forward

Security regulations are evolving fast. With compliance deadlines expected by January 2027, the new PAS24 standard introduces significantly stricter performance benchmarks for euro cylinder locks. While many in the industry are still preparing, UAP customers are already equipped with the most advanced, fully certified solutions available.

By achieving certification ahead of the curve, we’ve removed uncertainty and built confidence—allowing fabricators, installers, and specifiers to move forward with clarity and peace of mind.


What’s Next: Innovation, Delivered

Certification is just one step in our long-term strategy. Alongside meeting the latest standards, we’ve also been developing an entirely new, cutting-edge security solution designed to lead the market.

Now, we’re proud to say: we’re ready.

Packaging is complete. Systems are in place. Cylinders are certified and ready for market.

This isn’t just a product launch—it’s the result of over a year of focused innovation and future-proof engineering. And it’s here.


Meet UAP at the FIT Show – Join the BSI Panel Discussion

We’re not only innovating in the lab—we’re shaping the industry conversation. This year, UAP has been invited to join the BSI Panel Discussion at the FIT Show as the first Kitemarked customer certified under the latest version of TS007.

Join Adam Dixon, our Senior Technical Manager, as he shares his insight on the PAS24:2022+A1:2024 updates, their impact on the market, and how UAP’s proactive approach is setting the pace.

See us at the FIT Show for expert advice, meaningful dialogue, and a look at what’s next in door hardware security.


Final Thoughts: Be First. Be Ready. Be Protected.

If you’re a fabricator or installer preparing for upcoming changes, here’s how to stay ahead:

  • Contact your certification body early
  • Begin planning your compliance timeline now
  • Ensure you’re using the Kinetica Freeze Guard Cylinder to meet the latest requirements

UAP is here to support you through the entire transition. With fully certified products available now and game-changing innovation just around the corner, the message is clear:

Trust UAP—The First to Certify. The First to Innovate.