With the advent of globalization, a lot of global hardware brands have entered in the Indian market that is doing pretty well. Here is the list of various brands who offer a complete array of architectural hardware (Glass/ Furniture/ Kitchen) fittings to their customers.
Hafele is one of the leading hardware brands from Germany. Currently, it is offering a wide selection for furniture solutions, architectural lights, door fittings and complete architectural hardware solutions including access control, locking system, door hinges, shower panels, glass door fittings, window fittings and more.
The latest in the product line is Hafele Foot Panel plate which is a hands-free and safe way of exiting a premise/room. Mounted towards the bottom of the door, this plate offers the user an option to open the door with your foot instead of hand thus making it more hygienic. Another interesting product is Hafele Space2 Countertop Extension that literally multiplies the existing space while seamlessly integrating in your interiors.
Launched in 1995, Dorset is a completely home-grown brand which manufactures door-ware, locking mechanism and glass fixtures and fittings. Today it operate a 200,000 sqft state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Gurugram with a market extending to South-East Asia, the Middle-East, and Africa.
Recently, it has launched cloud-based e-key system which allows tailor-made access rights to anyone through a smart phone. It even allows for real time one time password for guests to access the locks. Another interesting product is iGen soft close hinge which comes with soft close mechanism ensuring silent closing of doors along with high end design and functionality.
Ozone Oversease offers internationally certified Architectural Hardware & Security Solutions through its product portfolio of more than 3000 products strategically categorized under 09 product brands, including Glassage for architectural glass fittings, Ergozone for kitchen and furniture fittings, Ozo motion for sensor doors and intelligent locks and more.
Recently, the brand has introduced, fourteen new products in the glass hardware and security space that will provide a premium experience to its consumers and encourage them to refurbish their spaces and make homes smarter and safer. The new range of products in Ozone’s portfolio, include Lateral Sleek Design Shower Hinges, Super Patch-Sleeker Slimmer Smarter, and Kubik-Luxury Partitioning Systems etc.
Talking about the USP of Ozone Overseas, Veena Arora, AVP, Procurement and Product Development, Ozone Overseas, said, “Based on latest design trends, consumers are opting for long-lasting and yet value for money products. Ozone Overseas with its innovative and problem-solving approach caters to these needs of the consumer. Post extensive market research, a new range of wardrobe accessories for organizing wardrobes and storage was launched. The range is designed to create a functional and equally stylish storage system, equipped with an innovative soft close mechanism for seamless motion. The grey matte finish creates a warm and luxurious feel elevating your surroundings. With product solutions such as assortment trays and pullouts for trousers and uppers, the base unit spaces of wardrobes can be well-utilized for the arrangement of essentials. Using the state-of-the-art Hanger Lid, one can easily navigate across the full floor-to-ceiling size wardrobe. The Hanger Lid can be pulled down to access the clothes and then retracted back to its original height softly. The never-failing and durable soft close mechanism helps prevent unnecessary slamming while choosing your favorite attire and provides a luxury-like experience.”
One of the premiere global brands, in the last few years ASSA ABLOY has marked its presence in the Indian market as well due to its innovative technologies in digital locks and automated operations. It has operations in over 70 countries and possess a portfolio of around 190 brands including the world renowned YALE (digital locks), ASSA ABLOY (automation door) etc. ASSA ABLOY is one of the market leaders in entrance automation and efficient door opening. The YALE Locks brands are one of world’s oldest lock manufacturers.
The latest Incedo hardware can control who gets into your premises and how they move around. An Incedo Cluster Controller Module is the heart of an Incedo system: it connects doors to your Incedo management software via Door Reader Modules or communication hubs. You choose Updaters and Credentials to suit the needs of your site and its users. In addition, it also has Infrared Touchless Actuator Switch in its product portfolio which provide a totally contactless solution for door Egress, Access or Request to Exit applications. The Actuators provide both a Latching Output function along with an inbuilt timer for adjustable output times.
The Hettich group of companies, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of furniture fittings with headquarters in Kirchlengern, produce a variety of fittings for all sorts of different functions which include drawer systems and runner systems above Hinges as well as Sliding and folding door systems.
With over 7,400 members of staff in almost 80 countries, Hettich is one of the largest producers of architectural hardware world over. The Door Hinges from Hettich is one of the most reliable hinges available in the market.
Launched recently, AvanTech YOU gives every furniture its own signature light. A winner of Interzum High Product Quality award and iF Design Award 2022, this LED light set simply clips onto the drawer side profiles and the rechargeable battery holder is stuck to the rear panel.
Push to open Silent by Hettich is meant for handle less furniture. It provides a convenient closing without any noise. The system is installed without any wires.
Julius Blum GmbH is an Austrian luxury brand operating specialising in the manufacture and distribution of furniture fittings. Its main product groups are lift, hinge and pull-out systems for furniture, predominantly in kitchens. Blum offers mechanical and electrical motion technologies to deliver enhanced user convenience. A wide range of e-services support customers along the entire value-added chain. It is currently operating in more than 120 markets with production sites in Poland, Brazil and the USA, and 33 subsidiaries and representative offices around the world.
REVEGO- Pocket systems by Blum is a unique sliding door system for single and double door applications whose fittings have been fully integrated into the system. Therefore, it can quickly open up complete living areas when you need them, and simply close them off again when they are not in use. Another latest launch by the brand is AVENTOS HKi – the integrated lift system which has an extremely slim construction that fits perfectly into cabinet sides with a thickness of 16 mm or more.
Talking about the inspiration for Blum products, Nadeem Patni, Managing Director, Blum India says, “We take inspiration from these latest trends when we develop new Blum products. When it comes to matching or coordinating the consistent color scheme of dark surfaces in the living spaces, Blum offers products which fall in line with this trend. Dark colors and materials merge inside and out, producing a harmonious whole. We’ve also reduced our fittings to the essentials, thin front for wall cabinets, doors and pull-outs, handless fronts and integrated furniture fittings enable clean minimal living spaces.”
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