As World Standards Day is marked on 14 October, Birmingham-based security door manufacturer Warrior Doors is highlighting the importance of manufacturing quality, independent product testing and recognised security approvals in an industry where performance can be critical to protecting people and property.
For Warrior Doors, technical standards are central to the development and manufacture of its proprietary security systems. From high-security communal entrance doors to specialist security doors and display vaults for luxury retailers, the company places considerable emphasis on engineering products that deliver measurable, independently verified performance.
Managing Director Brett Barratt believes recognised security standards provide an essential framework for manufacturers, specifiers and customers, particularly as physical security products become increasingly sophisticated.
“Quality starts with the way a product is designed and manufactured, but independent testing provides the evidence of what that product can actually withstand,” said Barratt. “When you’re manufacturing security doors, every element matters. The strength of the frame, the locking mechanisms, the glazing and the way the complete system performs under attack all contribute to the finished product. Recognised standards give customers confidence in that engineering.”
Warrior Doors manufactures its security systems in Birmingham, retaining direct control over product design, fabrication and assembly. This in-house manufacturing capability allows the company to develop proprietary security technology and oversee the quality of its products throughout production.
Independent testing and certification provide a further level of assurance, with recognised Loss Prevention Standards (LPS) establishing defined methods for assessing resistance to physical attack.
Among the standards relevant to Warrior Doors’ product range are LPS 1175 and LPS 2081, both of which provide recognised approaches to evaluating the security performance of doors and other physical security products. Barratt believes understanding the distinctions between these standards is an important part of responsible product specification.
“We frequently meet customers who have been advised to procure a Secured by Design approved communal entrance specified to LPS 1175 SR2,” he explained.
“That is an established security classification, although achieving it can involve considerable additional expense, particularly where specialist security glazing is required.
“LPS 2081 SRB provides another recognised testing route. It uses the same defined toolkit and three-minute attack time as LPS 1175 SR2 under the relevant earlier edition, although the testing methodology is different. For suitable applications, it can provide a more cost-effective specification while retaining the assurance of independent security testing.”
The distinction illustrates the importance of technical knowledge when selecting security products. Each standard has defined testing requirements and intended applications, allowing specifiers to assess products against the risks they are designed to address.
Warrior Doors believes that independently verified security performance should be supported by consistent manufacturing processes and appropriate oversight. A security door is a complete engineered assembly, with its performance dependent on the interaction between the frame, door leaf, locking system, hinges, glazing and associated components.
Maintaining manufacturing consistency is therefore essential to ensuring that production units reflect the design and construction of the products subjected to testing. For Warrior Doors, the ability to manufacture its own products provides valuable control over these processes, while supporting continued investment in product development.
“Having our own manufacturing operation gives us direct oversight of how our products are made,” said Barratt. “We understand the engineering behind each system and the importance of maintaining that quality throughout production. The approvals and testing are an important part of demonstrating the performance we have designed into the product.”
The company also recognises the role of Secured by Design, the police-backed security initiative that promotes products meeting recognised security requirements. For customers, the combination of appropriate product approvals, independent testing and consistent manufacturing standards provides a clear basis for assessing security performance.
Warrior Doors’ manufacturing operations reflect a wider tradition of British engineering expertise, combining specialist fabrication with the development of proprietary security technology. Its products are designed for demanding environments, including communal residential buildings, commercial premises and luxury retail locations where protection against forced entry is a key requirement.
As security threats evolve, Barratt believes continued investment in engineering, product testing and manufacturing quality will remain fundamental to the company’s development.
“World Standards Day is an opportunity to recognise the work that goes into establishing and maintaining recognised levels of quality and performance,” he concluded. “For Warrior Doors, manufacturing quality and independent verification go hand in hand. We take considerable pride in making our products here in Birmingham, and in developing security systems whose performance can be demonstrated through recognised testing.
“That is what gives customers confidence in the products they are buying, and it is why standards will always be an important part of our business.”
