Primera anti-ligature window handles – Seamlessly balancing access and security

ANTI-LIGATURE WINDOW HANDLES FOR IMPROVED WINDOW SAFETY

Our range of anti-ligature window handles quickly and efficiently improves window security within mental health environments. As a great alternative to old window handles, they give patients the perfect balance of access and security. Our in-house experts help designers, and clinical teams choose suitable options for every project.

Replacing an old window handle with one from our anti-ligature range will provide a range of benefits:

Reduced ligature risk - designed to be resistant to suspension by ligature,

An excellent replacement for uPVC window handles that are not explicitly designed for mental health environments,

Robust and durable (thoroughly tested for product safety TS001 specification from the Door & Hardware Federation),

Give freedom to patients Vs lockable window handles.

Modern Mental Health units are often older buildings adapted from previous use, so window safety products must be flexible enough to suit every window style, from traditional windows to contemporary tilt-and-turns, in timber, aluminium and PVCu.

In various scenarios, new window costs could often overwhelm already stretched mental health facilities' budgets - replacing existing window handles is a much more cost-effective alternative. By choosing Safehinge Primera handles, you can eliminate ligature points and improve window safety simultaneously without breaking the budget.

TYPES OF WINDOW HANDLES FOR EVERY PROJECT

As well as offering anti-tamper fixings, rounded corners and chamfered-edged backplates, our window handles are robust and designed to withstand day-to-day use. Manufactured from die-cast zinc and solid steel plate, they're finished in satin stainless steel and can also be RAL powder-coated to match any design scheme.

Our flexible range includes locking window handles for all levels of access and security – allowing designers and clinical teams to choose the perfect level of window fittings for each project.

Lifeline Keyway Window Handle

Our closed keyway system uses a unique, staff-only key - keeping clinical staff in complete control of window use at all times. Combining safety with convenience, the same window key can be used to operate every locking mechanism on our doorset - this means staff need just one key to operate the vision panel, anti-barricade door stop and window.

Camlock Window Handle

With the same key used for all window security, the camlock, known as keyed alike, is a simple, tried, and tested handle. A solid 3mm cam arm for security is also compatible with magnetic hold-open window kits.

Standard Push/Pull Window Handle

Designed for windows with no locking mechanism, the standard push/pull window handle allows patients to operate their windows freely, restoring dignity and aiding recovery. Ideal for use with hold-closed magnets and horizontal or vertical sliding vents.

Convertible Window Handle

The lock can easily be converted from staff-controlled to user-controlled – and back again, providing simple flexibility on the ward. In staff mode, a key is needed to operate the small turn-rose, which offers insufficient grip to be turned manually. This gives staff complete control over window operation, maintaining security and patient safety.

LOOKING TO MAKE MORE SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS IN YOUR MENTAL HEALTH FACILITY?

Window Restrictors

Balancing a therapeutic and homely environment with window safety poses unique challenges in Mental Health units. Open windows provide an opportunity to escape, throw objects, or pass contraband. Yet permanently closed windows limit fresh air, essential to aiding recovery within mental health environments. Our window restrictors are a quick and easy way to improve window safety in any Mental Health facility.

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Anti-Ligature Door Components

At Safehinge Primera, everything we do is designed to enhance recovery for the patient and make lives safer. Our products are rigorously tried and tested to withstand the most extreme abuse. Because if this, we are the unrivalled experts in door components for Mental Health, providing superior solutions for challenging environments. Choose from a wide range of products that can significantly improve ligature safety on doors at a low cost.