# Fort Engineering Ltd - Full site content --- ## Pages ### [About](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/about) Type: generic Fort Engineering Ltd has designed and built certified steel security doors, windows, and safe rooms at our Luton factory since 2003. Learn more. Related queries: who manufactures Fort Security Doors, British security door manufacturer based in Luton, history of Fort Engineering Ltd, where are LPS 1175 certified doors made in the UK, company behind Magnificent and Sash Vault brands, UK factory making FB4 ballistic doors, Fort Engineering certifications and standards, who makes safe rooms in the United Kingdom, Skydas UK arm security manufacturing, how long has Fort Engineering been making security doors, British manufacturer of LPCB certified steel doors, where is Fort Engineering's factory located **Q: Who is Fort Engineering Ltd?** A: Fort Engineering Ltd is a British security manufacturer based in Luton, Bedfordshire. We design, fabricate and certify steel security doors, windows, safe rooms and shopfronts at our UK factory. **Q: What brands does Fort Engineering own?** A: Fort Engineering operates five customer-facing brands: Fort Security Doors, Magnificent, FS Doors, Fort Premium, and Sash Vault. Each brand serves a specific kind of buyer. **Q: Where are Fort Engineering products manufactured?** A: Every product is cut, welded, finished and tested at our 10,000 sq ft factory in Luton, Bedfordshire. Nothing is white-labelled or shipped half-finished from elsewhere. **Q: What certifications does Fort Engineering hold?** A: We hold LPS 1175 (SR2, SR3, SR4), FB4 ballistic, FD60 fire integrity, PAS 24, Secured by Design and ISO 9001:2015 certifications. All earned at our Luton factory. **Q: Does Fort Engineering sell directly to customers?** A: No, Fort Engineering Ltd does not take orders from end customers. Selling, surveying, fitting and after-care happen under our customer brands. ### [Architects](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/architects) Type: generic Free CAD blocks, BIM objects, NBS clauses and CPD sessions for specifying Fort Engineering security products. No login, no email wall, direct from the maker. Related queries: where to download CAD blocks for LPS 1175 security doors, Revit families for UK security doors and windows, pre-written NBS clauses for security doors, book a CPD on LPS 1175 for architects, PAS 24 BIM objects for residential schemes, manufacturer-direct specifier resources UK, how to specify Part Q compliant doors for residential, free DWG files for certified security products, NBS Source security door objects, Fort Engineering architect resources, who manufactures LPS 1175 SR1-SR4 doors in the UK, non-standard security door spec advice **Q: Do I need to register or provide an email to download CAD or BIM files?** A: No. All CAD blocks, BIM objects and NBS clauses are available without registration or an email-for-download form. **Q: Which file formats and software are supported?** A: CAD files are provided as DWG, DXF and PDF detail sheets. BIM objects are available as Revit (.rfa), IFC and ArchiCAD, compatible with Revit 2022+, ArchiCAD 26+, NBS Source and BIMobject. **Q: How do I get spec advice on a non-standard project?** A: Email specify@fortengineering.co.uk with the project type, target certification rating and any constraints. An engineer replies within one working day at no charge. **Q: What certifications do Fort Engineering products hold?** A: Products are independently certified to LPS 1175, PAS 24, Secured by Design and ISO 9001, with PDF certificates available on request for project files. **Q: Can I buy directly from Fort Engineering?** A: No. Fort Engineering manufactures only — purchases are routed through one of its four customer brands depending on project type. ### [BIM objects](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/architects/bim-objects) Type: generic Download Fort Engineering BIM objects: Revit, IFC and ArchiCAD files for every product line. Free for spec and design use. Browse the library now. Related queries: where to download Fort Engineering Revit families, BIM objects for security doors and certified products, IFC files for architectural specification, LOD 300 and LOD 400 BIM objects for architects, ArchiCAD objects for LPS 1175 rated products, how to request a custom BIM object from a manufacturer, are Fort Engineering BIM objects on NBS Source, free Revit families for specification and design use, parametric BIM objects with material parameters, BIM library for Part Q compliant products **Q: What BIM file formats does Fort Engineering provide?** A: Revit (.rfa), IFC and ArchiCAD files are available for every product line manufactured by Fort Engineering. **Q: Are the BIM objects free to use?** A: Yes, they are free for specification and design use, but cannot be redistributed outside your project file. **Q: Where else can I find Fort Engineering BIM objects?** A: The same objects are submitted to NBS Source and BIMobject, so you can access them through whichever library your firm uses. **Q: Can I request a BIM object that isn't in the library?** A: Yes. Email the engineering team with the product type, certification rating and LOD required, and an engineer will usually build it within a working day. **Q: What information is included in each BIM object?** A: Each object carries type catalogues, material parameters and the date it was last revised. ### [CAD library](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/architects/cad-library) Type: generic Free DWG, DXF and PDF detail sheets for every Fort Engineering product line. No registration, certification ratings and revision dates on every file. Related queries: where to download DWG files for security door manufacturers, free CAD details for LPS 1175 rated products, DXF files for architectural specification without registration, how to get CAD blocks for security doorsets, architect CAD library for Part Q compliant products, request a custom CAD detail from a manufacturer, DWG details with certification ratings and revision dates, specifier resources for security door product drawings, CAD files for L20 and L30 NBS sections, how to find latest revision CAD details for steel doors **Q: Do I need to register to download CAD files?** A: No. All DWG, DXF and PDF files are available without registration or forms. **Q: What information is included on each file?** A: Every file is labelled with its applicable certification rating, dimensions, and the date it was last revised. **Q: Can I use these files commercially?** A: Yes, they are free for specification and design use, but not for redistribution outside your project file. **Q: What if the file I need isn't in the library?** A: Email the engineering team with the product type, certification rating, and section or scale needed. Drawings are usually produced within a working day. **Q: What other specifier resources are available?** A: BIM objects (Revit and IFC), pre-written NBS clauses for L20, L30 and K10 sections, and 45-minute CPD sessions on LPS 1175 and Part Q. ### [Careers](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/about/careers) Type: generic Join Fort Engineering in Luton. Open roles for CAD Engineers and MIG/TIG Welders making British steel security doors, windows and safe rooms. Related queries: jobs at Fort Engineering Luton, MIG TIG welder vacancies in Luton, CAD engineer jobs in steel fabrication UK, careers at a British security door manufacturer, where to apply for welding jobs in Bedfordshire, steel fabrication careers Luton factory, LPS 1175 fabrication engineer jobs, permanent welding roles with paid coded ticket renewals, how to submit a speculative CV to Fort Engineering, apprenticeships at Fort Engineering, benefits of working at Fort Engineering, British manufacturing jobs not offshored **Q: What roles are currently open at Fort Engineering?** A: Two permanent on-site roles in Luton: a CAD Engineer and a MIG/TIG Welder, both working on steel security doors, windows, safe rooms and shopfronts. **Q: Who employs staff across the Fort Engineering group of brands?** A: All staff across Fort Premium, Magnificent, Sash Vault and FSDoors sit on a Fort Engineering Ltd contract, employed by the manufacturer in Luton. **Q: Can I send a speculative CV if no roles match?** A: Yes. Speculative CVs are welcome and kept on file for twelve months. Apprenticeships and work experience enquiries are handled through the same form. **Q: What benefits does Fort Engineering offer?** A: Workplace pension above statutory minimum, life insurance, Living Wage commitment, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and fully paid job-related training and ticket renewals. **Q: How quickly will I hear back after applying?** A: Every enquiry receives a reply from a real person within two weeks, even if the answer is no. ### [Certifications](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/certifications) Type: generic Fort Engineering's five third-party certifications: LPS 1175, LPS 1056, ISO 9001, FB4 ballistic and Secured by Design. Verify cert numbers on RedBook Live. Related queries: what certifications does Fort Engineering hold, how to verify an LPS 1175 certificate on RedBook Live, which UK manufacturers hold LPS 1056 fire certification, Fort Vault FB4 ballistic test certification details, is Fort Engineering Secured by Design accredited, what is the difference between LPS 1175 SR2 SR3 and SR4, who issues LPS 1175 and LPS 1056 certificates, ISO 9001 certified security door manufacturer UK, BS EN 1522 1523 FB4 ballistic door testing UK, how to request manufacturer certificates for a tender **Q: Which certifications does Fort Engineering hold?** A: Fort Engineering holds five third-party certifications: LPS 1175, LPS 1056, ISO 9001:2015, FB4 ballistic classification to BS EN 1522/1523, and Secured by Design. All are issued by independent UK bodies. **Q: How can I verify Fort Engineering's certificates?** A: Cert numbers for the LPCB-issued certifications are published on the LPCB RedBook Live register, where you can verify each one directly without contacting Fort Engineering. **Q: Why aren't certificate PDFs published on the website?** A: Certificates are tied to specific products and revisions, so PDFs are sent on request. This ensures you receive the current version relevant to the product you are specifying. **Q: Who issues Fort Engineering's certifications?** A: LPCB (part of BRE Group) issues LPS 1175, LPS 1056 and ISO 9001 under UKAS 0007. DJ Goode & Associates issues the FB4 ballistic certificate under UKAS 4621, and Police CPI issues Secured by Design. **Q: What LPS 1175 security ratings does Fort Engineering hold?** A: Fort Engineering is certified to LPS 1175 Issue 8 at ratings SR2 (B3), SR3 (C5) and SR4 (D10), covering its FORT002, FORT003 and Fort Vault FB4 doorsets. ### [Contact](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/contact) Type: generic Contact Fort Engineering Ltd in Luton for press, careers, partnerships and supplier enquiries. To buy a door, use one of our four customer brands. Related queries: how to contact Fort Engineering Ltd, Fort Engineering Luton factory address, how to buy a Fort security door, Fort Engineering press and media enquiries, Fort Engineering careers and job vacancies, Fort Engineering supplier and procurement contact, Fort Engineering partnership enquiries, phone number for Fort Engineering Luton, where is Fort Engineering based in the UK, Fort Engineering company registration number, how to send a CV to Fort Engineering, Fort Engineering customer brands list **Q: Can I order a door directly from Fort Engineering Ltd?** A: No, Fort Engineering is the manufacturer and does not take direct orders. Buy through one of the four customer brands: Fort Premium, Magnificent Security, Sash Vault or Fort Security Doors. **Q: Where is Fort Engineering Ltd based?** A: The factory and registered office is at Unit E, Bramingham Business Park, Enterprise Way, Luton, LU3 4BU, United Kingdom. **Q: How do I make a press or media enquiry?** A: Email info@fortengineering.co.uk with the subject 'Press'. A media kit with logos, factory imagery, executive headshots and boilerplate copy is available to download. **Q: How quickly will Fort Engineering reply to an enquiry?** A: The honest SLA is one working week, with faster responses for press and partnership enquiries where possible. **Q: Can recruitment agencies contact Fort Engineering?** A: Recruitment agencies should email info@fortengineering.co.uk using the subject 'Agency'. Sales pitches and cold outreach will not receive a reply. ### [Cookies](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/cookies) Type: generic Fort Engineering Ltd doesn't use cookies on this site. No analytics, no marketing, no tracking, no third-party embeds. Read our straightforward policy. Related queries: does Fort Engineering use cookies on their website, why doesn't fortengineering.co.uk have a cookie banner, UK manufacturer website with no tracking cookies, what is a cookie and why do websites use them, how to contact Fort Engineering about data protection, does Fort Engineering use Google Analytics, cookie policy for Fort Engineering Ltd, websites that don't track visitors, do Fort Premium Doors and Sash Vault use cookies, how to find out which cookies a website uses **Q: Does fortengineering.co.uk use any cookies?** A: No. The site uses no cookies at all — no analytics, no marketing, no third-party embeds, and no strictly necessary cookies either. **Q: Why isn't there a cookie banner on the site?** A: Because there are no cookies to consent to. Banners exist to gather permission for tracking, and Fort Engineering doesn't track visitors. **Q: What about the linked customer brand websites?** A: Fort Premium Doors, Magnificent Security, Sash Vault, and Fort Security Doors are separate sites with their own cookie policies, most of which do use cookies. **Q: Will this policy change in future?** A: There are no current plans to change. If the approach ever changes, this page and its date will be updated first. **Q: Who do I contact about cookies or data protection?** A: Email Fort Engineering directly — the same address handles cookie questions and data protection enquiries, and a real person reads every message. ### [CPD content](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/architects/cpd-content) Type: generic Free 45-minute CPD sessions for architects on LPS 1175, Part Q and sector deep-dives. In-person UK-wide or remote on Teams. Book a session today. Related queries: free CPD sessions for architects on physical security, LPS 1175 CPD training for architectural practices, Part Q compliance CPD for residential architects, how to book a security specification CPD, what does LPS 1175 SR1 to SR4 mean, Approved Document Q requirements for new-build dwellings, RIBA CPD on doorset standards and PAS 24, remote CPD on Teams for architecture firms, sector-specific CPD for data centre architects, engineer-led CPD for specifiers in the UK, 45 minute lunch and learn for architects, how PAS 24 maps to Part Q building regulations **Q: How long is each CPD session?** A: Each session is a 45-minute presentation followed by 15 minutes of Q+A. The format can be shortened or extended on request when you book. **Q: Is the CPD free for architectural practices?** A: Yes, all CPDs are free for architectural practices with no minimum attendee count. Travel for in-person UK sessions is also covered. **Q: Are the sessions RIBA-accredited?** A: CPD content is currently delivered without formal accreditation. RIBA-approved status is in progress. **Q: Can sessions be delivered remotely?** A: Yes, sessions can be delivered in-person at your office anywhere in the UK, or remotely via Teams or Zoom. **Q: What is the typical lead time for booking?** A: Lead time is typically 2 to 3 weeks. Bookings are confirmed within a working day of enquiry. ### [Data centres](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/sectors/data-centres) Type: generic LPS 1175 SR3-SR4 steel doors and windows for hyperscale, colocation and edge data centres. Mantrap pairs, EMC and TEMPEST shielding manufactured in the UK. Related queries: LPS 1175 SR4 doors for data hall envelopes, TEMPEST shielded doors for classified data centres, mantrap door pair manufacturer UK, EMC shielded steel doors for data centres, physical security standards for hyperscale data centres, EN 50147 attenuation tested door fabric, steel doors for colocation facility perimeter, biometric reader integration in security doors, Uptime Institute Tier III IV physical security doors, ballistic glazing for data centre admin blocks, edge data centre security door supplier, EN 50600 compliant data centre doors and windows **Q: What LPS 1175 rating is required for a data centre?** A: SR3 is typical at the campus perimeter and gatehouse, with SR4 specified on the data hall envelope where the tier rating or customer classification requires it. **Q: Do you manufacture mantrap door pairs?** A: Yes. We supply interlocked mantrap pairs with single-occupancy enforcement, dual-occupancy detection integration, and biometric reader cutouts built into the door fabric. **Q: Can your doors provide TEMPEST and EMC shielding?** A: Yes. We manufacture Faraday-cage door fabric with suppressed emissions and shielded gasket sets, with EN 50147 attenuation testing available on request. **Q: Do you supply both hyperscale and edge data centre projects?** A: Yes. The same factory, engineering team and certification scheme applies to a 100-rack edge facility as to a hyperscale campus — only the tier rating differs. **Q: Where do I purchase Fort Engineering products for a data centre?** A: Fort Engineering manufactures the steel core. Procurement for hyperscale, colocation and edge data centres is fulfilled through Fort Security Doors, our commercial customer brand. ### [Education](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/sectors/education) Type: generic Steel doors and windows for UK schools, colleges and universities. PAS 24, LPS 1175 SR2, BB67/BB68 and lockdown-grade hardware, manufactured to spec. Related queries: PAS 24 entrance doors for UK schools, LPS 1175 SR2 doors for school reception offices, BB67 and BB68 compliant doors for new-build schools, lockdown-grade classroom doors with single-action closure, steel security doors for universities and FE colleges, Secured by Design doors for education projects, counter-terror door specification for schools, fire-rated security doors for school compartments, heritage steel windows for listed school buildings, ballistic glazing for school reception areas, Department for Education door layout guidance, who manufactures Part Q compliant school doors **Q: What security standards apply to school entrance doors?** A: PAS 24 is the new-build baseline for manual attack resistance, with LPS 1175 SR2 specified on higher-risk elevations like reception offices, IT rooms and examination stores. **Q: What are BB67 and BB68?** A: BB67 and BB68 are Department for Education guidance documents covering acoustic, security and counter-terror layout for new-build school projects. They are design frameworks, not certifications. **Q: How does lockdown hardware work on classroom doors?** A: Single-action lockdown is operated from the classroom side by the teacher without a key, with a centralised override at the head's office coordinated with the wider lockdown procedure. **Q: Who supplies Fort Engineering doors to schools?** A: Fort Engineering manufactures the steel core. School and university procurement is fulfilled through Fort Security Doors, the commercial customer brand. **Q: Can security doors be matched to a school's colour scheme?** A: Yes. Doors are powder-coated to any RAL colour with no compromise to the security rating or certification. ### [FB4 Ballistic](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/certifications/fb4-ballistic) Type: generic Fort Vault FB4 doorset holds FB4 Pass S ballistic certification to BS EN 1522/1523, tested by D.J. Goode & Associates. Request the certificate. 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Pass NS requires additional rear-face treatment to eliminate splintering. **Q: Which ammunition is used in FB4 testing?** A: FB4 testing uses .44 Remington Magnum at 440 m/s and .357 Magnum at 430 m/s, both with full metal jacket soft core bullets, fired three times each at specified angles. **Q: Who tested and certified the Fort Vault FB4?** A: It was tested by D.J. Goode & Associates Ltd at their UKAS-accredited enclosed range in Suffolk in November 2020, under UKAS Testing accreditation reference 4621. **Q: Does the FB4 classification cover all door configurations?** A: No. The FB4 classification applies only to single-leaf outward-opening configurations. Inward-opening, double-leaf, or alternative hardware sets require further testing. **Q: How do I obtain the FB4 certificate?** A: The DGA028 certificate is available on request. Contact Fort Engineering with your project brief and threat profile to receive the certificate and supporting test report TS110/R. ### [Healthcare](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/sectors/healthcare) Type: generic Steel doors and windows for NHS trusts and private hospitals. PAS 24, LPS 1175 SR2-3, anti-ligature hardware, HBN 03-01 and HTM compliant. Enquire today. 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Anti-ligature door and window hardware is available for mental health, behavioural and forensic units, designed to remove tie-off points and comply with HBN 03-01. **Q: Can security ratings be combined with anti-ligature hardware?** A: Yes. For acute and forensic environments we integrate LPS 1175 SR2+ resistance with anti-ligature hardware in a single certified doorset. **Q: Where do NHS trusts purchase Fort Engineering doorsets?** A: Fort Engineering manufactures the products. NHS and private hospital procurement is fulfilled through Fort Security Doors, our commercial customer brand. **Q: Are ballistic glazing options available for hospital windows?** A: Yes. Ballistic glazing tested to EN 1063 is available for high-risk reception or pharmacy windows where the threat profile justifies it. ### [Home](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk) Type: generic British manufacturer of certified security doors, windows, safe rooms and shopfronts. LPS 1175 and PAS 24 rated, made in-house in Luton since 2003. Related queries: UK manufacturer of LPS 1175 certified security doors, where to buy bulletproof windows and doors in Britain, British made safe rooms and panic rooms for homes, PAS 24 certified steel security doors manufacturer, anti-ram-raid shopfronts supplier UK, heritage sash windows with steel security core, ballistic rated EN 1063 panic room manufacturer, Secured by Design member security door manufacturer, CAD blocks and BIM objects for security doors, Luton based security door fabricator, bespoke residential security front doors UK, specifier resources for security door specifications **Q: What does Fort Engineering manufacture?** A: Fort Engineering manufactures four product categories: steel security doors, steel windows, bespoke safe rooms, and anti-ram-raid shopfronts, all fabricated in-house in Luton. **Q: Where can I buy Fort Engineering products?** A: Products are sold through four customer brands: Fort Premium for homeowners, Magnificent Security for London residences, Sash Vault for heritage windows, and Fort Security Doors for commercial projects. **Q: Which security certifications do Fort Engineering products hold?** A: Products are independently certified to LPS 1175 (LPCB), PAS 24 (BSI), Secured by Design, and ISO 9001 standards, with certificates downloadable from each certification page. **Q: Where are Fort Engineering products made?** A: Every door, window, safe room and shopfront is designed, fabricated and finished at the Fort Engineering factory in Luton, UK, with 100% in-house fabrication since 2003. **Q: Do you provide resources for architects and specifiers?** A: Yes, the architects hub offers CAD blocks (DWG/DXF), BIM objects (Revit/IFC), NBS specifications, and RIBA-aligned CPD content for download. ### [Housing](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/sectors/housing) Type: generic Steel entrance doors and windows for housing schemes. PAS 24 certified for Part Q, Secured by Design accredited, LPS 2081 for higher-risk regeneration sites. Related queries: what security standard is required for new build housing entrance doors, PAS 24 compliance for Part Q residential doors, Secured by Design steel doors for council housing, LPS 2081 doors for regeneration schemes, steel entrance doors for housing associations UK, communal block entrance doors social housing, high security doors for local authority housing, PAS 24 windows for ground floor residential, manufacturer of steel doors for build-to-rent schemes, heritage steel windows for conservation area housing, what is Approved Document Q for housing, volume steel door manufacturer for housing regeneration **Q: What security standard is mandatory for new-build housing entrance doors?** A: PAS 24 manual attack resistance is mandatory on all new-build residential entrance doors and ground-floor windows under Building Regulations Approved Document Q. **Q: Is Secured by Design a Building Regulations requirement?** A: No. Secured by Design is a police-backed procurement requirement on most council-funded schemes, specified alongside PAS 24 rather than instead of it. **Q: When is LPS 2081 specified on housing schemes?** A: LPS 2081 is specified on regeneration sites and neighbourhoods with documented break-in history where higher attack resistance than PAS 24 is required. **Q: Who buys Fort Engineering housing doors?** A: Fort Engineering manufactures the steel core, and housing association and social housing procurement is fulfilled through Fort Security Doors, the commercial customer brand. **Q: Does the manufacturing standard change with scheme size?** A: No. The same factory, engineering team and certification scheme apply to a 12-unit infill as to a 400-unit regeneration block. ### [ISO 9001](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/certifications/iso-9001) Type: generic Fort Engineering holds UKAS-accredited ISO 9001:2015 (Cert 1607) via LPCB/BRE Global, covering design, manufacture, sale, supply and installation. Related queries: Does Fort Engineering have ISO 9001 certification?, What is Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 certificate number?, Is Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 UKAS-accredited?, What does ISO 9001:2015 actually certify in a factory?, Why does UKAS accreditation matter for ISO 9001?, What scope is covered by Fort Engineering's ISO 9001?, How do I verify an LPCB ISO 9001 certificate?, Who issues Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 certification?, How can I request Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 PDF for a tender?, What is the difference between ISO 9001 and UKAS-accredited ISO 9001?, Is ISO 9001 required for NHS supply chains?, When does Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 certificate expire? **Q: What is Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 certificate number?** A: Fort Engineering holds ISO 9001:2015 certification under cert number 1607, issued by LPCB/BRE Global. It is UKAS-accredited via reference 0007. **Q: What scope does Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 cover?** A: The scope covers design, manufacture, sale, supply and installation of security and fire products, audited as a single management system. **Q: Why is UKAS accreditation important for an ISO 9001 certificate?** A: An ISO certificate is only as credible as the body issuing it; UKAS accreditation confirms the certification body audits to the standard's required rigour. **Q: Is Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 certificate currently active?** A: Issue 03 expired on 20 April 2026 and renewal with LPCB is in progress. Surveillance audits run continuously, so the management system itself remains active. **Q: How can I get a copy of Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 certificate?** A: You can verify Cert 1607 directly on the LPCB management systems register, or contact Fort Engineering to request the current PDF for a tender pack. ### [LPS 1056](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/certifications/lps-1056) Type: generic LPS 1056 certified firebreak doors from Fort Engineering. Three products, fire ratings from EI₂30 to EI₁120-C0, listed on RedBook Live. View certificates. Related queries: What is LPS 1056 certification for fire doors, What does EI₁120-C0 fire rating mean, Which Fort Engineering doors are LPS 1056 certified, Dual certified fire and security doors UK, Fort Vault FB4 fire rating specifications, How to read EN 1634-1 fire door classifications, LPCB certified firebreak doorsets RedBook Live, Fire rated doors for data centres and MOD List X, Difference between I1 and I2 insulation fire ratings, Where to find Fort Engineering fire certificates **Q: What is LPS 1056?** A: LPS 1056 is the LPCB standard for firebreak doors and shutters, certifying them against European fire-resistance standards EN 1634-1 and EN 13501-2. **Q: What does EI₁120-C0 mean?** A: It means integrity-rated with stricter I₁ insulation, for 120 minutes, with C0 self-closing cycle classification. It is the highest fire rating in the Fort range. **Q: Which Fort products are LPS 1056 certified?** A: Fort 001 (EI₂30), Fort 002LP2S (EI₂30), and Fort Vault FB4 (up to EI₁120-C0) are all certified under cert 1607a, with five separate RedBook Live listings. **Q: What is the difference between I₁ and I₂ insulation ratings?** A: I₁ is the stricter test measuring peak temperature rise at any single point, while I₂ measures the average temperature rise across the unexposed side. **Q: Can I request a Fort fire certificate for a tender?** A: Yes, tell Fort the project and rating you are specifying and they will send the current certificate revision the same working day. ### [LPS 1175](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/certifications/lps-1175) Type: generic Fort Engineering holds LPS 1175 Issue 8 certifications at SR2, SR3 and SR4. Verify all three doorsets on RedBook Live. See certified products and specs. Related queries: What is LPS 1175 and how is it tested?, Which LPS 1175 SR rating do I need for a data centre?, LPS 1175 SR2 vs SR3 vs SR4 attack profiles explained, Where can I verify an LPS 1175 certificate on RedBook Live?, Best LPS 1175 SR4 doorset for MOD List X projects, LPS 1175 certified security doorsets in the UK, What toolkit does LPS 1175 SR4 testing use?, Doorsets certified to both LPS 1175 and LPS 1056 fire, LPS 1175 Issue 8 certified manufacturers, Which SR rating suits an embassy or high-net-worth safe room? **Q: What is LPS 1175?** A: LPS 1175 is the Loss Prevention Certification Board standard for forced-entry resistance, rating doorsets, shutters and other building components against defined attacker profiles, toolkits and attack times. **Q: Which Fort doorsets are LPS 1175 certified?** A: Three doorsets: FORT002 LP2S at SR2, FORT003 LP3S at SR3, and Fort Vault 004 FB4 at SR4. All are certified to LPS 1175 Issue 8 and listed on RedBook Live. **Q: How do I verify a Fort LPS 1175 certificate?** A: Each certificate is listed publicly on RedBook Live by its number (1607b/01, 1607c/01, 1607d/01). You can verify directly with LPCB without contacting Fort first. **Q: Which SR rating is right for my project?** A: It depends on the threat assessment, insurance specification and procurement brief. SR2 suits lower-risk commercial and education, SR3 covers data centre perimeters and utilities, SR4 covers MOD, embassies and critical rooms. **Q: Does any Fort doorset combine LPS 1175 with fire and ballistic ratings?** A: Yes. Fort Vault 004 FB4 holds LPS 1175 SR4, LPS 1056 fire integrity certification and FB4 ballistic certification — the only product in the Fort range carrying all three. ### [Manufacturing](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/manufacturing) Type: generic Fort Engineering manufactures certified steel doors, windows, safe rooms and shopfronts at our British factory. LPS 1175, PAS 24 and ballistic-rated. Related queries: Who manufactures LPS 1175 certified steel security doors in the UK?, Where can I buy bulletproof SR4 fire exit doors made in Britain?, British manufacturer of ballistic-rated security windows, Who makes steel-core Accoya sash windows for listed buildings?, Where to get a bespoke panic room built into a UK home?, UK manufacturer of anti-ram-raid retail shopfronts, What is the manufacturing process for certified security doors?, Which UK factory makes EN 1063 ballistic glazing products?, Difference between SR1, SR2, SR3 and SR4 security ratings, Who supplies PAS 24 certified steel windows in the UK?, Security product manufacturer with ISO 9001 certification, Where to buy Secured by Design accredited steel doors **Q: What does Fort Engineering manufacture?** A: Fort Engineering manufactures four categories of security products: steel doors, steel windows, safe rooms and shopfronts. Each is fabricated and finished at our British factory. **Q: Which security standards are your products certified to?** A: Our products are independently certified to LPS 1175 (SR1–SR4), PAS 24, BS 476 for fire, EN 1063 for ballistic resistance, Secured by Design and ISO 9001. **Q: Where is Fort Engineering based?** A: All design, fabrication and finishing takes place at our British factory, using British-sourced steel. The company has been manufacturing since 2003. **Q: Can I buy directly from Fort Engineering?** A: No — Fort Engineering manufactures the products, but you purchase from one of our four customer brands depending on your project type. **Q: Do you make products for heritage and listed buildings?** A: Yes. We manufacture steel-core timber sash windows in Accoya and Tricoya, designed for heritage and listed-building projects where appearance is critical. ### [Media kit](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/media-kit) Type: generic Fort Engineering media kit: logos, boilerplate, key facts and brand structure for press use. Copy-paste ready assets and direct press contact details. Related queries: Fort Engineering press contact details, where to download Fort Engineering logos, Fort Engineering company boilerplate for press, Fort Engineering company number and VAT, how many people does Fort Engineering employ, what brands does Fort Engineering own, Fort Engineering certifications and standards, Fort Engineering headquarters location, how to request imagery from Fort Engineering, Fort Group brand structure explained, Fort Engineering logo usage rules **Q: How do I contact the Fort Engineering press team?** A: Email press@fortengineering.co.uk or call +44 203 583 0880, Monday to Friday 09:00–17:00 GMT. The team aims to respond within one working day. **Q: How should Fort Engineering be styled in editorial copy?** A: Use 'Fort Engineering Ltd' in legal or formal references and 'Fort Engineering' in editorial body copy. Avoid 'Fort' alone or 'Fort Engineering Limited'. **Q: What brands does Fort Engineering Ltd operate?** A: Six brands: Fort Engineering, Fort Premium Doors, Magnificent Security, Sash Vault, Fort Security Doors and FSDoors. Each serves a distinct audience. **Q: Can the logos be used commercially?** A: No. Logos are provided for editorial use in coverage of Fort Engineering Ltd. For commercial use, advertising or modified assets, contact press@fortengineering.co.uk. **Q: Does Fort Engineering sell directly to customers?** A: No. Fort Engineering is the manufacturer brand and does not sell direct. Products reach end customers through its five customer-facing brands. ### [NBS specifications](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/architects/nbs-specifications) Type: generic Pre-written NBS clauses for security doors, windows and shopfronts. L20, L30 and K10 references formatted for NBS Chorus and NBS Building. Browse the library. Related queries: where can I find NBS clauses for security doors, pre-written NBS specification for security windows, NBS L20 clause for LPS 1175 security doors, NBS K10 specification for shopfronts UK, how to specify a security door in NBS Chorus, ready-made NBS clauses for architects, NBS specification template for fire and security rated doors, request a custom NBS clause for combined SR and fire rating, NBS Building clauses for certified security products, specifier resources for security door specifications **Q: Which NBS sections are covered by the clauses?** A: The library covers NBS L20 for doors, L30 for windows, and K10 references for every major product line. **Q: Are the clauses compatible with NBS Chorus?** A: Yes, each clause is pre-formatted for both NBS Chorus and NBS Building, with material specs, certification ratings and performance criteria filled in. **Q: Can I request a custom NBS clause?** A: Yes. If you need a clause that isn't pre-written, such as a combined SR and fire rating, email the engineering team with the project context and they'll usually respond within a working day. **Q: Are these specifications suitable for non-UK projects?** A: No. NBS is a UK-format specification system and isn't used in non-UK projects. **Q: How often is the clause library updated?** A: Clauses are sorted by most recently updated, with new clauses added as product lines develop. ### [Privacy Policy](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/privacy-policy) Type: generic Read Fort Engineering's privacy policy. We collect minimal enquiry data, use no cookies or tracking, and never share your information for marketing. Related queries: What is Fort Engineering's privacy policy?, Does Fort Engineering use cookies or tracking?, How does Fort Engineering handle enquiry data under UK GDPR?, What personal information does Fort Engineering collect?, How long does Fort Engineering keep contact form data?, Where does Fort Engineering store customer data?, What are my UK GDPR rights when contacting Fort Engineering?, How do I request data erasure from Fort Engineering?, Does Fort Engineering share data with third parties?, How do I complain about data handling at Fort Engineering?, Is Fort Engineering's website cookie-free?, What is the lawful basis for Fort Engineering processing enquiries? **Q: Does Fort Engineering use cookies?** A: No. Fort Engineering Ltd does not use any cookies on this website, including tracking, analytics or marketing pixels. That is why there is no cookie banner. **Q: What information does Fort Engineering collect?** A: Only the details you submit via the contact form: name, work email, company, phone if provided, and your message. Nothing else is collected. **Q: Will Fort Engineering use my details for marketing?** A: No. Your information is used solely to respond to your enquiry. It is never sold, shared for marketing, or used for profiling or automated decision-making. **Q: How long is enquiry data retained?** A: Typically 12–24 months, or longer where an active commercial relationship exists in line with HMRC and statutory record-keeping requirements (usually six years). **Q: How do I make a data protection complaint?** A: Please contact Fort Engineering first so we can try to resolve it. You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk. ### [Retail](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/sectors/retail) Type: generic Steel shopfronts, shutters and doors for UK retail. LPS 1175 SR2-SR3, Sold Secure, anti-ram-raid detail. Built for end-of-day operation and 4am threats. Related queries: LPS 1175 SR2 shopfronts for UK high-street retail, anti-ram-raid shopfront manufacturers UK, SR3 Sold Secure shutters for jewellers, ballistic glazed shopfronts for high-value retail, steel security doors for retail back-of-house, end-of-day shutters for retail premises, PAS 68 anti-ram protection for shopfronts, BS 6375 tested retail shopfront systems, insurance-spec security shutters for pharmacies, retail park security frontage manufacturer, how to specify security rating for a shopfront, convenience store shutter and shopfront supplier **Q: What security rating do high-street retail shopfronts typically need?** A: LPS 1175 SR2 is standard for high-street frontage, with SR3 plus Sold Secure specified for jewellers and high-value retail where insurers require it. **Q: Do you build anti-ram-raid protection into shopfronts?** A: Yes. Anti-ram detail is engineered into the frame, fixing points and door fabric itself, referencing PAS 68 where documented impact resistance is required. **Q: Can shopfronts include bulletproof glazing?** A: Yes. Bulletproof glazing options to EN 1063 are available on jewellers and high-value retail where the threat profile is sustained. **Q: Does Fort Engineering also supply back-of-house retail doors?** A: Yes. Rear-yard entrances, stockroom doors and staff entries are manufactured to LPS 1175 SR2-SR3 with anti-cut, anti-pry and insider-risk-aware ironmongery. **Q: Where do retailers buy Fort Engineering products?** A: Fort Engineering manufactures the steel core; retail and estate procurement is fulfilled through Fort Security Doors, the commercial customer brand. ### [Safe rooms](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/manufacturing/safe-rooms) Type: generic Bespoke safe rooms manufactured to LPS 1175 SR3-SR4, with ballistic glazing, CBRN ventilation and concealed biometric access. Built to your threat profile. Related queries: who manufactures bespoke safe rooms in the UK, what is the LPS 1175 rating for safe rooms, how are blast-resistant safe rooms constructed, safe room with CBRN ventilation and biometric access, EN 1063 ballistic glazing for residential safe rooms, how long does it take to build a safe room, concealed safe room entry behind bookcase or panelling, safe room specifications for architects and specifiers, difference between SR3 and SR4 safe room doors, British manufactured safe rooms for HNW residences, corporate boardroom safe room design, safe room CAD and BIM resources for specifiers **Q: What security standards do your safe rooms meet?** A: Walls and doors are rated to LPS 1175 SR3-SR4, glazing to EN 1063 BR1-BR7, with fire performance to BS 476 and Secured by Design accreditation. **Q: Are safe rooms standardised or bespoke?** A: Every safe room is one-of-one, designed and manufactured to the specific threat profile and architecture of the project. There is no standard product. **Q: What is the typical lead time for a safe room?** A: Lead times are typically 12-24 weeks from specification through to delivery, depending on complexity and project requirements. **Q: How is access controlled and concealed?** A: Access is biometric, dual-factor or mechanical, with egress always available from inside. Entry is typically concealed behind plaster, panelling or a bookcase. **Q: Where can I buy a Fort Engineering safe room?** A: Fort Engineering manufactures the rooms but sells through customer brands — Magnificent for residential and HNW London, Fort Security Doors for corporate, government and institutional clients. ### [Sectors](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/sectors) Type: generic Fort Engineering manufactures certified steel doors and frames for education, healthcare, utilities, data centres, housing and retail. Explore each sector. Related queries: which sectors does Fort Engineering manufacture steel doors for, what security rating is needed for NHS hospital doors, LPS 1175 rating for electrical substations and utilities, PAS 24 Part Q compliant doors for social housing, data centre perimeter door security rating SR3 SR4, anti-ram-raid shopfront doors UK manufacturer, BB67 BB68 compliant lockdown doors for schools, EMP shielded doors for hyperscale data centres, CPNI compliant doors for critical national infrastructure, Secured by Design accredited doors for housing schemes, anti-ligature steel doors for mental health units, who manufactures certified security doors in the UK **Q: Which sectors does Fort Engineering manufacture for?** A: Fort Engineering manufactures for six sectors: education, healthcare, utilities, data centres, housing and retail, all from one factory in Luton, UK. **Q: What is the typical Security Rating for each sector?** A: Education and retail typically require SR2-SR3, healthcare SR2-SR3, utilities and data centres SR3-SR4, and housing requires PAS 24 under Part Q. **Q: Does Fort Engineering supply directly to end users?** A: No. Fort Engineering manufactures, while customer brands such as Fort Security Doors take the order for B2B sector procurement. **Q: What certifications does Fort Engineering hold?** A: Fort Engineering holds LPS 1175 (LPCB), PAS 24 (BSI), Secured by Design and ISO 9001 certifications, all independently issued. **Q: What is the maximum LPS 1175 rating Fort Engineering can certify?** A: The factory certifies LPS 1175 from SR1 through SR8, with the right rating determined by threat assessment, insurance and procurement brief. ### [Secured by Design](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/certifications/secured-by-design) Type: generic Fort Engineering Ltd has held Secured by Design membership since 2016. Police-backed crime prevention accreditation for housing, education and healthcare. Related queries: What is Secured by Design accreditation in the UK, Is Fort Engineering a Secured by Design member, Difference between SBD membership and LPS 1175 certification, Does Secured by Design cover PAS 24 compliance, Which sectors require SBD on UK tenders, How do I verify a company's Secured by Design licence, What is SBD New Homes scheme, Who runs the Secured by Design scheme, SBD requirements for housing association procurement, How to request Secured by Design confirmation for a tender, Is SBD a product test or company membership, Secured by Design requirements for schools and education **Q: Is Secured by Design a product certification or a company membership?** A: SBD is a membership scheme awarded at the company level, not a product test. Fort Engineering Ltd holds the licence as the manufacturer; product-specific compliance such as PAS 24 or LPS 1175 sits separately. **Q: How long has Fort Engineering held SBD membership?** A: Fort Engineering Ltd has held Secured by Design membership continuously since 2016, with the licence renewed on an annual review cycle by Police Crime Prevention Initiatives. **Q: Which SBD sub-scheme applies to my project?** A: SBD has named sub-schemes including SBD New Homes, SBD Schools, SBD Hospitals and SBD Commercial. The relevant scheme depends on whether your project is housing, education, healthcare or commercial. **Q: How can I verify Fort Engineering's SBD membership for a tender?** A: SBD has no public register like RedBook Live. Member status is confirmed directly with Police CPI or by requesting the current licence document from Fort Engineering. **Q: Does SBD membership cover PAS 24 compliance?** A: No. SBD and PAS 24 are separate credentials often required together. PAS 24 compliance is handled at the customer brand and product level, not under the manufacturer's SBD licence. ### [Shopfronts](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/manufacturing/shopfronts) Type: generic Anti-ram-raid shopfronts, security shutters, bulletproof glazing and entrance doors. Engineered as one system to LPS 1175 and EN 1063. Enquire today. Related queries: who manufactures anti-ram-raid shopfronts in the UK, bulletproof glazing for jewellers and pharmacies, LPS 1175 SR2-SR3 rated shopfronts, end-of-day security shutters for retail premises, EN 1063 BR7 ballistic glazing suppliers UK, security entrance doors integrated with shutters, welded steel shopfronts for high-risk retail, shopfront manufacturer for banks and betting shops, anti-ram-raid columns for retail frontages, Secured by Design certified shopfronts, BIM objects and CAD files for security shopfronts, how shopfronts are tested for impact resistance **Q: What security ratings do these shopfronts meet?** A: Shopfronts are certified to LPS 1175 SR2-SR3, with bulletproof glazing rated up to EN 1063 BR7 and Sold Secure and Secured by Design accreditations where applicable. **Q: Can I buy a shopfront directly from Fort Engineering?** A: No. Fort Engineering manufactures the shopfronts, but specification, supply and installation are handled by Fort Security Doors across the UK. **Q: Which businesses are these shopfronts designed for?** A: They are engineered for high-risk retail premises including jewellers, pharmacies, banks and betting shops, as well as general retail requiring anti-ram-raid protection. **Q: Do the shutters still work after a ram-raid attempt?** A: Yes. The whole assembly is engineered as one system so shutters continue to roll smoothly and doors still open even after the frontage takes an impact. **Q: What resources are available for architects and specifiers?** A: A CAD library (DWG, DXF, 2D drawings), BIM objects (IFC, Revit, ArchiCAD), pre-written NBS clauses and physical samples of frames and finishes are available on request. ### [Sitemap](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/sitemap) Type: generic Browse the full structure of fortengineering.co.uk by section or audience. Find certifications, sectors, capabilities and case studies in seconds. Related queries: where can I find a full list of pages on the Fort Engineering website, Fort Engineering sitemap, how is the Fort Engineering website structured, where to find Fort Engineering case studies, Fort Engineering certifications page list, which sectors does Fort Engineering serve, how do I buy a Fort Engineering product, Fort Engineering press and media resources, Fort Engineering architect resources CAD BIM NBS, Fort Engineering XML sitemap location, Fort Engineering legal and privacy pages, Fort Engineering careers page **Q: How many pages are on the Fort Engineering website?** A: Approximately 34 pages are indexed, grouped into eight main sections plus legal and technical resources. **Q: Does Fort Engineering sell products directly?** A: No. Every Fort product is sold through one of four customer brands. The Where to buy page routes you to the right one. **Q: Where is the machine-readable sitemap?** A: The XML sitemap for search engines is available at /sitemap.xml, and crawler rules are at /robots.txt. **Q: How is the sitemap organised?** A: It is presented two ways: by section (mirroring site navigation) and by audience (buyers, specifiers, press and prospective employees). **Q: When was the sitemap last updated?** A: The sitemap was last regenerated on 16 May 2026. ### [Steel doors](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/manufacturing/steel-doors) Type: generic Patented welded steel core doors clad in any finish - timber, paint, period replica. LPS 1175, PAS 24, BS 476 certified. Manufactured in Britain. Related queries: who manufactures patented welded steel core doors in the UK, LPS 1175 SR2 certified steel doors with timber cladding, bulletproof steel doors rated to EN 1063 BR1-BR7, fire-rated steel doors 30 60 120 240 minutes BS 476, acoustic steel doors with 48dB attenuation, Victorian replica front door with steel security core, louvred steel doors for plant rooms and risers, PAS 24 certified steel doors for residential specification, steel doors with rockwool fill and multipoint locking, BIM Revit CAD files for specifying steel security doors, British-manufactured steel doors for architects and specifiers, what is inside a high-security steel door, heritage steel doors for listed buildings **Q: What is the core construction of every Fort Engineering steel door?** A: Every variant uses the same patented welded steel frame with full-cavity rockwool fill and multipoint locking. Only the rating, glazing and external cladding change between variants. **Q: What security and fire standards are the doors certified to?** A: Doors are independently certified to LPS 1175 (SR1-SR4), PAS 24, BS 476 fire resistance, and Secured by Design. Ballistic variants meet EN 1063 BR1-BR7. **Q: What finishes and cladding options are available?** A: Engineered timber cladding accepts any paint, grain or finish including mahogany, oak, cherry and any RAL colour. Period profiles for Victorian, Edwardian and Georgian replication are also available. **Q: Does Fort Engineering sell steel doors direct to customers?** A: No. Doors are sold through four customer brands covering residential, HNW London, heritage, and commercial audiences, each with their own range, install team and pricing. **Q: What acoustic and fire performance can the doors achieve?** A: Up to 48dB acoustic attenuation through the leaf, and fire resistance ratings of 30, 60, 120 or 240 minutes to BS 476. Performance is rated to project specification. ### [Steel windows](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/manufacturing/steel-windows) Type: generic British-made welded steel windows with LPS 1175, PAS 24 and EN 1063 ratings. Heritage sash, tilt-turn, fixed and bulletproof variants for any project. Related queries: who manufactures LPS 1175 rated steel windows in the UK, bulletproof windows for data centres EN 1063, steel-cored sash windows for Grade II listed buildings, welded steel window section with engineered glazing channels, PAS 24 certified steel windows for commercial projects, Accoya timber sash windows with steel core, tilt-turn security windows LPS 1175 SR3, anti-bandit laminated double-glazed steel windows, concealed steel windows for HNW London residences, British manufactured security windows for architects, steel windows for conservation areas, ballistic glazing windows BR1 to BR7 **Q: What security ratings do Fort Engineering steel windows meet?** A: Our windows are independently certified to LPS 1175 SR1-SR4, PAS 24, EN 1063 BR1-BR7 ballistic, and Secured by Design standards. **Q: Can steel windows be used in Grade II listed buildings?** A: Yes. Our heritage sash variant uses steel cores wrapped in Accoya or Tricoya timber, profiled to match Victorian, Georgian or Edwardian originals. **Q: Do you sell steel windows directly?** A: No. We manufacture the steel cores and supply them through four customer brands covering residential, HNW London, heritage and conservation, and commercial markets. **Q: What variants of steel windows are available?** A: Four variants: fixed security, operable tilt-turn or casement, heritage sash in timber cladding, and bulletproof with ballistic glazing. **Q: What acoustic performance can the windows achieve?** A: Up to 45dB acoustic attenuation using laminated acoustic glazing, specified on a project-by-project basis. ### [Sustainability](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/about/sustainability) Type: generic Fort Engineering's honest sustainability position: carbon, materials, factory data, and ethical sourcing for procurement ESG screens. See what we measure. Related queries: are steel security doors more sustainable than composite doors, what is the embodied carbon of a steel security door, Fort Engineering ESG and sustainability credentials, UK steel security door manufacturer sustainability policy, Modern Slavery Act compliance for steel door suppliers, LPS 1175 SR3 Environmental Product Declaration EPD, recycled content of UK structural steel for doors, powder coating versus wet paint sustainability, steel security door service life versus composite doors, ethical procurement screening for MOD and NHS suppliers, what is the carbon footprint of a Fort Engineering door, is Fort Engineering a Real Living Wage employer **Q: Are steel security doors more carbon-intensive than timber or composite doors?** A: Yes, at the point of manufacture a steel door is heavier and more carbon-intensive. The lifetime argument is one steel door over 30 years versus three composite replacements in the same period. **Q: Does Fort Engineering have an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)?** A: EPD development is underway for the LPS 1175 SR3 door range. The timeline is currently being verified and will be published once independently audited. **Q: What recycled content is in Fort Engineering's steel?** A: Recycled content varies by route: EAF (electric arc) steel runs at 90%+ recycled, while BOF (blast furnace) steel sits at 25-35%. Steel offcuts return to the mill via scrap merchants. **Q: Is Fort Engineering Modern Slavery Act compliant?** A: Yes. An annual Modern Slavery Statement is published under Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015, with supplier audits run on direct material suppliers. **Q: Has Fort Engineering published a verified Scope 1 and 2 carbon baseline?** A: Not yet. Methodology scoping is in progress, with the first verified report targeted for FY26 or FY27. ### [Terms](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/terms) Type: generic Read the terms covering use of the Fort Engineering site, architect resources, CAD and BIM downloads, and our manufacturer information for specifiers. Related queries: what are the terms of use for fortengineering.co.uk, can I download Fort Engineering CAD files for my project, who owns Fort Engineering Ltd website content, is Fort Engineering a direct seller of steel doors, what is Fort Engineering's company registration number, can I scrape content from Fort Engineering's website, how does Fort Engineering handle intellectual property rights, who do I contact at Fort Engineering Ltd, are Fort Engineering's BIM objects legally binding specifications, what's the difference between Fort Engineering and its customer brands **Q: Can I buy steel doors directly from Fort Engineering Ltd?** A: No. Fort Engineering is a manufacturer that sits behind a portfolio of customer brands. Sales, pricing, and commercial terms are handled by those brands listed on the where to buy page. **Q: Can I use CAD, BIM, or NBS files from this site on a live project?** A: Yes, for legitimate project use, but technical drawings and BIM objects are indicative unless explicitly confirmed in writing by a customer brand against your specific project. **Q: Who is responsible if I specify a product based on information from this site?** A: Always confirm details with the customer brand handling the order before issuing a final specification. Fort Engineering cannot accept responsibility for design decisions based solely on website information. **Q: Can I republish or commercially use content from the Fort Engineering site?** A: No, not without prior written permission. You may browse, print individual pages for project reference, share links, and reference content with proper attribution. **Q: How will I know if these terms change?** A: The 'last updated' date at the top of the terms page shows when they were last changed. Continued use of the site after a change means you accept the updated version. ### [The factory](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/about/factory) Type: generic Inside Fort Engineering's 10,000 sq ft Luton factory: one site, 35 staff, in-house fabrication of certified security doors, windows, and safe rooms since 2003. Related queries: Where are Fort Engineering security doors manufactured?, Is Fort Engineering a real UK manufacturer or a reseller?, How can a specifier verify a security door manufacturer without a factory visit?, What happens inside a steel security doorset factory?, How big is Fort Engineering's Luton factory?, Does Fort Engineering outsource any fabrication?, What zones make up a security door manufacturing facility?, How are LPS 1175 SR3 doorsets fabricated in-house?, Who manufactures doors for Fort Premium and Sash Vault?, Can I tour the Fort Engineering factory in Luton?, How many people work at Fort Engineering?, What quality control happens before security doors ship? **Q: Where is the Fort Engineering factory located?** A: The factory occupies a single 10,000 sq ft site at Unit E, Bramingham Business Park, Enterprise Way, Luton, LU3 4BU, United Kingdom. **Q: Does Fort Engineering outsource any part of fabrication?** A: No. Steel arrives at one end of the factory and certified, finished, hardware-fitted doorsets leave the other. Cutting, welding, finishing, hardware fit, and QC all happen in-house. **Q: Can specifiers visit the factory?** A: Fort Engineering does not run factory tours, but specifiers can verify the manufacturer via certifications, case studies, or by requesting video footage of individual processes. **Q: How many people work at the factory?** A: Thirty-five people work across welding, fabrication, finishing, assembly, QC, dispatch, design and admin, most having been with the company five or more years. **Q: Is certification testing carried out on site?** A: No. In-house QC covers dimensional checks, coating thickness, and test fitting, while LPS 1175, LPS 1056, and FB4 ballistic testing happens at independent UKAS-accredited facilities. ### [Utilities](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/sectors/utilities) Type: generic LPS 1175 SR2–SR4 steel doors and windows for substations, EV charging hubs and utility kiosks. CPNI-aligned variants manufactured by Fort Engineering. Related queries: LPS 1175 SR3 steel doors for substations, CPNI-rated security doors for transmission sites, EV charging hub enclosure security manufacturer, anti-cut steel kiosks for rural distribution networks, DNO substation door and window specification, ballistic glazing for critical national infrastructure, EMC and EMP shielded windows for utility sites, manufacturer of LPS 1175 SR4 enclosures UK, Energy Networks Association substation physical security, BS EN 62271 compliant utility enclosures, steel doors for gas governor stations, water utility perimeter security manufacturer **Q: What LPS 1175 rating is the new baseline for substation new builds?** A: LPS 1175 SR3 is now the standard new-build baseline across most DNOs, with SR4 applied on CPNI-listed transmission and critical national infrastructure sites. **Q: Does Fort Engineering manufacture for EV charging hub rollouts?** A: Yes. Fort Engineering produces volume-deployable SR2–SR3 enclosures with anti-cut and anti-pry detail for EV charging hub networks and rural distribution kiosks. **Q: Are ballistic and EMP-shielded options available?** A: Ballistic glazing to EN 1063 and EMC/EMP shielding variants are available on CPNI-listed sites and the data-adjacent end of the utility estate. **Q: Where do utility customers buy Fort Engineering products?** A: Fort Engineering manufactures the steel core. DNO, utility and EV charging procurement is fulfilled through Fort Security Doors, the commercial customer brand. ### [Where to buy](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/where-to-buy) Type: generic Fort Engineering manufactures for four customer brands. Pick the one that fits your project for the right pricing, warranty, and expert team. Related queries: where can I buy Fort Engineering security doors, which Fort Engineering brand should I use for my home, how do I order a Fort Engineering door, who sells Fort security doors in the UK, Fort Engineering brands explained, where to buy heritage sash windows for a listed building, trade pricing for Fort security doors, how to contact Fort Engineering about an existing order, best security door brand for a Mayfair residence, LPS 1175 security doors for hospitals and schools, PAS 24 certified front doors for UK homeowners, difference between Fort Premium and Magnificent Security **Q: Can I buy directly from Fort Engineering?** A: No. Fort Engineering is the manufacturer and does not take direct orders. Purchases are made through one of its four customer-facing brands. **Q: Which Fort Engineering brand should I choose?** A: Choose Fort Premium for UK homes, Magnificent Security for luxury London residences, Sash Vault for listed buildings, and Fort Security Doors for commercial projects. **Q: Is there a trade pricing option?** A: Yes. FSDoors sits under Fort Security Doors and offers instant trade pricing for contractors, builders, and quantity surveyors with a trade account. **Q: Who do I contact about an existing order?** A: Contact the brand you purchased from directly. If you are unsure, email info@fortengineering.co.uk and you will be routed to the right team. **Q: Where are Fort Engineering products made?** A: Every door, window, safe room, and shopfront is manufactured at the same British factory in Luton. --- ## Articles ### [A made-to-measure arched front door, manufactured in Luton for a London home](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/a-made-to-measure-arched-front-door-manufactured-in-luton-for-a-london-home) Type: article A made-to-measure arched steel front door, manufactured in Luton to PAS 24 for a London home. No brickwork alterations, 2-week lead time. Related queries: bespoke arched steel front door for a London home, made-to-measure PAS 24 front door manufacturer UK, who makes custom arched steel doors in the UK, PAS 24 certified single-leaf arched front door, how are bespoke steel front doors manufactured, steel front door for non-standard arched brick opening, stable-style split arched steel door manufacturer, residential security front door fitted nationwide UK, Luton steel door factory case study, custom front door for awkward brick reveal **Q: How long did the bespoke arched door take to manufacture?** A: The lead time was 2 weeks from order to delivery, with the door hung and tested at the Luton factory before dispatch. **Q: Was the door certified to PAS 24?** A: Yes, the single-leaf arched steel door met PAS 24 certification, including multi-point locking, concealed hinges and specified hardware. **Q: Did the brickwork need altering to fit the door?** A: No. The door was made to a template taken directly from the opening and installed into the existing arched brick reveal with zero alterations. **Q: Can homeowners order this type of door directly from Fort Engineering?** A: No. Fort Engineering manufactures the doors, but residential orders are fulfilled through Fort Premium, the customer-facing brand. ### [Inside the factory: how an LPS 1175 SR4 door gets built](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/inside-the-factory-how-an-lps-1175-sr4-door-gets-built) Type: article Walk through our Luton factory floor and see how an LPS 1175 SR4 certified security door is built, from steel selection to dispatch. Read the full process. Related queries: how is an LPS 1175 SR4 security door manufactured, what does the SR4 door manufacturing process involve, how are LPCB certified doors built in a UK factory, what steel is used for SR4 security doors, why do SR4 doors need welded reinforcement plates, how does LPCB audit door manufacturers, what hardware goes into an LPS 1175 SR4 door, how long should a security door last in service, what tolerances are required for SR4 door frames, why are SR4 doors heavier than standard security doors, how is traceability maintained in security door production **Q: What is an LPS 1175 SR4 door?** A: It is a certified door assembly - leaf, frame, hinges, locks and threshold - that must resist 10 minutes of category D attack with power tools during LPCB testing. **Q: How many operations are involved in building an SR4 door?** A: Around 200 individual operations occur between steel arriving at the loading bay and a certified SR4 door leaving on a truck. **Q: Why can't the lock on an SR4 door be swapped?** A: The door's overall certification depends on the hardware being separately LPCB-certified. Changing the lock invalidates the certification and requires a re-test. **Q: How does LPCB ensure ongoing manufacturing quality?** A: LPCB auditors visit unannounced several times a year, randomly select doors from the schedule and check build sheets. Findings must be closed within 90 days or certification is lost. **Q: What finish is applied to an SR4 door?** A: Doors are grit-blasted, primed with zinc-phosphate, then powder coated in two oven-cured coats, providing both appearance and corrosion protection for 15-20 years of service. ### [ISO 9001:2015 recertified – what the audit covered](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/iso-90012015-recertified-what-the-audit-covered) Type: article Fort Engineering has completed its ISO 9001:2015 recertification audit. New certificate valid through 2029. See what was assessed and download the PDF. Related queries: Is Fort Engineering ISO 9001 certified?, When does Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 certificate expire?, What does an ISO 9001 recertification audit cover?, How often is ISO 9001 recertification required?, Where can I download Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 certificate?, What is the difference between a surveillance audit and a recertification audit?, How does ISO 9001 complement LPS 1175 for security doors?, What was reviewed in Fort Engineering's quality audit?, Does Fort Engineering hold current ISO 9001 certification for tenders?, What is the scope of Fort Engineering's ISO 9001 certificate?, How long is an ISO 9001:2015 certificate valid?, Were any non-conformities raised in Fort Engineering's audit? **Q: What does Fort Engineering's ISO 9001:2015 certificate cover?** A: The scope covers design, manufacture and supply of security doors, steel windows, shopfronts and safe rooms. The certificate is valid from 12 May 2026 to 11 May 2029. **Q: Were any non-conformities raised during the audit?** A: No major non-conformities were raised. Minor observations were noted and have been addressed within the standard 90-day closure window. **Q: What areas did the recertification audit assess?** A: The audit reviewed steel traceability, welder certification, hardware specification control, non-conformance management, internal audits, complaint handling, calibration and training records. **Q: How does ISO 9001 relate to LPS 1175 and PAS 24?** A: LPS 1175 certifies a specific product resists forced entry, while ISO 9001 certifies that the factory consistently produces it to the same spec, batch after batch. **Q: Does the recertification change anything for existing customers?** A: Nothing changes operationally. Products in flight continue to ship to the same specifications, and the new certificate number supersedes the previous one on updated documentation. ### [LPS 1175 Issue 8: what specifiers need to know after the NPSA changes](https://www.fortengineering.co.uk/lps-1175-issue-8-what-specifiers-need-to-know-after-the-npsa-changes) Type: article After NPSA dropped fencing and gates from its catalogue, LPS 1175 Issue 8 matters more. Here's what specifiers need to know for CNI briefs in 2026. Related queries: what is LPS 1175 Issue 8, difference between LPS 1175 Issue 7 and Issue 8, how does the Issue 8 rating system work, are SR1 to SR8 certifications still valid, what replaced NPSA MFES testing for fencing and gates, how to specify LPS 1175 for CNI projects, SR4 equivalent in LPS 1175 Issue 8, what tool categories are used in LPS 1175 testing, how to layer security under LPS 1175 Issue 8, what does D5 mean in LPS 1175, how to check LPS 1175 certification on RedBook Live, LPS 1175 changes after NPSA removed fencing from catalogue **Q: What is LPS 1175?** A: LPS 1175 is the Loss Prevention Standard published by LPCB, the certification arm of BRE. It tests intruder-resistant building components against forced entry using categorised toolkits and timed attacks. **Q: What changed between LPS 1175 Issue 7 and Issue 8?** A: Issue 8 split the old single SR1-SR8 number into two parts: tool category (A to H) and delay in minutes (1, 3, 5, 10, 15, or 20). This gives 48 combinations instead of 8, letting specifiers match threat and delay precisely. **Q: Are older Issue 7 SR-rated certifications still valid?** A: Yes. Products certified to Issue 7 remain valid as long as the manufacturer keeps passing its factory audits and the product hasn't changed. There is no requirement to retest products holding valid SR certification. **Q: What are the rough equivalences between SR ratings and Issue 8?** A: Industry approximations are SR1 ≈ A1, SR2 ≈ B3, SR3 ≈ C5, and SR4 ≈ D10. Always verify against the actual certificate on RedBook Live before writing into a spec. **Q: Why does LPS 1175 matter more after the NPSA changes?** A: From 1 January 2026, NPSA removed fencing and gates from its Catalogue of Security Equipment and stopped testing to MFES. LPS 1175 is now the primary reference framework for intruder-resistant building components on CNI projects.