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The new FalcoPod 2.0 cycle hangar has passed the Sold Secure Diamond test, the highest standard of security accreditation in the UK. This rigorous testing process, conducted by the Master Locksmiths Association, simulates real-world attack scenarios to verify the product's resistance to theft and vandalism.
Falco UK, a leading manufacturer of high-security cycle parking solutions, is proud to announce that their latest cycle hangar design has officially achieved the prestigious Sold Secure Diamond accreditation. This top-tier rating recognises the FalcoPod's exceptional resistance to theft and vandalism, providing cyclists with unparalleled peace of mind.
Falco design is both evolutionary and innovative by nature and the new FalcoPod 2.0 cycle hangar is no exception. It is a fourth generation of ‘bike hangar’ type product, building on the pedigree of the original FalcoPod cycle hangar, with some great new security and innovative features over existing cycle hangar products, as follows:
- Meets the Sold Secure Diamond standard for exceptional cycle security.
- Available with a manual key or smartphone app access (or a combination of the two).
- Size - fits in half a car parking space and houses 6 bikes, with covered weather protection.
- Family inclusive – with an ergonomically improved design, the additional space/height (55% more) means there is no need to remove child seats or baskets from the back or front of bikes.
- Bike security - the six place FalcoSound bike rack has three locking points including the ability to use a ‘D’ lock through the rear wheel and frame.
- Easy access - single door with integral lock and gas strut for assisted lifting.
In addition to Sold Secure Diamond, the FalcoPod 2.0 cycle Hangar is manufactured in accordance with the ISO 9001 Quality Management System, ISO14001 Environmental Management System and EN 1090 CE Mark Standard.
FalcoPod Cycle Hangar
The FalcoPod Cycle Hangar is a simple and effective solution for providing secure cycle parking in high density residential areas such as towns and cities. Taking up just less than one single car parking bay, The FalcoPod can securely accommodate up to six bikes in a purpose-designed cycle hangar that is only accessible by the residents who need it.
The ingenious cycle parking solution has already been rolled out to clients across the UK including the London Borough of Merton, Camden, Lewisham, Richmond and Wandsworth, Brighton City Council, City of Bath, Sheffield City Council, University of Glasgow, and Portsmouth City Council with available spaces available to book now via the Falco Rentals website at www.rentals.falco.co.uk.
For more information about the new FalcoPod 2.0 Cycle Hangar please contact our helpful sales team on 01538 380080.
Falco has been a family company with its own production site for over 70 years. Sustainability was in our DNA from the very beginning and this is reflected within our complete range of modular cycle parking and shelter products, all designed with full circularity in mind.
All products ranges are contemporary and durable, typical of a Falco product. Falco has been at the forefront of the cycle parking and street furniture market and has built up a renowned reputation for manufacturing products that exceed in both design and durability.
Falco’s operations have supported the Circular Economy for many years, simply manufacturing products with environmentally friendly products, that can last for decades and at the end of the product life can be 100% recycled and manufactured back into a brand new product.
