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Despite the challenges of the last year, the furniture manufacturing industry never ceases to amaze in its ability to adapt, while also continuing to make a significant contribution to the nation’s economy. We looked at some of the recent changes we particularly have observed, as a supplier of fixtures and fittings to the furniture manufacturing industry. Home Working Home working has increased the need for home office furniture as the WFH (Work From Home) movement takes a strong hold on the workforce. People are willing to invest in WFH spaces seeing this transition as a permanent one. Not just a decent ergonomic chair, but dedicated workspaces rather than utilising the kitchen table or breakfast bar as a desk. More People are Renting As it becomes increasingly difficult for younger people to get onto the property ladder, the option of renting also offers lower commitment and the freedom to relocate with less headache. The challenge for the furniture industry is to supply lower ...

Soft Close and Push to Open Drawer Runners Of course we get excited about all our product launches, but this is a first! We have not previously supplied a runner with the two functions of soft close and push to open combined.  These runners conveniently accommodate the trend for drawers without handles which alludes to modern minimalist style along with the luxury and quality of the fitting itself: providing simplicity and style with functionality. Where can we use them? These side fix runners are normally used in a bedroom or living room. There is no reason they can’t be utilised in kitchen drawers as well. The big appeal is preventing banging when closing, and the soft glide mechanism is a pure delight.   Noise is reduced as drawers close silently and gently every time and can never be slammed shut. All that is needed is a gentle touch which engages the mechanism that fully closes or opens the drawer. Replacement, upgrade and new design These side mounted drawer...

Unico Components Ltd are a leading supplier of Lehmann locks in the UK, and we consider ourselves as being the home of the dial lock particularly.  So what is so special about Lehmann dial locks and what makes them so popular at the moment?  Lehmann is a brand that many trust and it comes as no surprise that the main elements of design, functionality, and security rate so highly. Design Simply put, Lehmann dial locks just look great! The style is contemporary with a modern sleek appearance. Usually supplied in black but with other colours available subject to a minimum quantity order. Dial locks have been designed for use with various materials and different thicknesses making them highly versatile. We particularly like how the knob also acts as a handle and there is a visual indication when locked. Functionality Consumers demand high functionality and Lehmann, as a company, are very keen to be in tune with the requirements of their customers. Left and right-handed models are...

With Huwil cylinder locks having been so popular in the past,   Lehmann have now developed their own version. These come with the same high standards you would normally expect from the family run business based in Germany. Lehmann are well known for investing in design and innovation, so when it comes to locks they are among the best available. Characterised by quality and durability, we supply Lehmann locks because we know they meet customers’ needs. Lehmann locks always offer good value for money in a great product. Cylinder Lock Applications Cylinder locks can be used on a variety of furniture and they offer convenience and peace of mind for the office, school, laboratory, medical centre, work place and home. When you need to keep documents or other items safely under lock and key, choose Lehmann because security comes first. The range we currently stock consists of the following cylinder locks: MLM Lehmann Cam Lock These can be used on drawers, pedestal cabinets, cupboa...

Extendable Table Design and Manufacture An extendable dining table is exactly what it sounds like ; it has extensions that can be insert ed into the table to increase the size of the table to accommodate dinner parties and special occasions . Mostly,  all you have to do is pull open the table top from each end, lay the leaf, or leaves, into the opening and push the table top closed again . At Unico we offer a range of fittings for making either beautifully crafted custom made   tables as well as supplying furniture manufacturers with the fittings for producing tables on a large scale. Extendable tables for the home or at work Extend ing dining tables are commonly used to maximise   kitchen and dining room space but we   also see many versions of   extendable tables being used to utilise space in an office, conference room or educational facility, for example. They can provide a versatile seating arrangement to host meetings and parties an...

We already recognise the security and reliability offered by traditional Lehmann locks, however there are quite a few appealing features that come with their newer electronic locks as well. If you own a business, now could be a good time to make improvements and to upgrade your lockers and drawers with this new technology. Lehmann E Solutions Offer Keyless Comfort Electronic locks are a battery powered alternative to standard key entry locks.  The various sensor options that are available include: FingerprintScanner Perhaps the most futuristic of all the electronic locks, whereby a scanner provides unique recognition for up to 50 fingerprints per lock. It is easy to use as a stand alone application and comes with a m aster code or emergency opening code . Code setting and modification do not require additional accessories . Includes a useful o ptical indicator and battery warning on the keypad. Keypad Available for use by an unlimited number of different users requi...

At the beginning of the pandemic working from home seemed an inviting novelty in some ways. I could stay in my pyjamas all day, snack constantly from the fridge and do a bit of gardening during my lunch break. That novelty soon wore off after the back pain set in from trying to work on my laptop while sitting on the sofa. When moving to the breakfast bar was no better, I realised I needed a dedicated work from home space; where my feet could touch the floor, I could have all my documents close to hand and not be constantly tripping over cables. Invest in remote working We all can see that working from home now looks more like a long term scenario for many staff who were previously office based. It has the benefit of saving money and time not having to endure a tiresome commute. Staff are more productive and apparently, work longer hours on average when working from home. It seems to make sense then, to invest in a dedicated work from home space right now. Deciding how to configure ...