SMITH OF DERBY THE EXPRESSION OF TIME. The world's most e xclusive prayer clocks

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1 SMITH OF DERBY THE EXPRESSION OF TIME The world's most e xclusive prayer clocks

2 2 Smith of derby at the heart of the faith communit y Established in 1856, Smith of Derby is the world leader in tower and public clocks and exquisite timepieces that adorn the world s greatest residences, palaces and mosques. Our luxury brand, Whitehurst, is the world definitive in high design and bespoke grand timepieces. Our family company flourished with the growth of the railways, important public buildings and our service to the religious faith of all denominations. We pride ourselves at being at the heart of the faith community. Our Managing Director, Mr Bob Betts, sits on the Forum of Faith for our home city of Derby - a group of city leaders committed to community integration, shared understanding and belief. As a 5th generation family company, Smith of Derby succeed through impeccable customer service and unmatched product innovation. We have created global patents and world records in every decade of our existence.

3 Asma Mosque Seif Palace, Kuwait New clock tower at Al Bustan, Oman - In creation 3

4 4 Today, we design and create wonderful timepieces for the world s most discerning clientele and high value luxury developments. We have over 4,500 public clocks in our care on service-contracts around the world, from the UK to China and across the Middle East region. We have operated across the Middle East for over 40 years. We have created and installed timepieces in local community churches through to St. Paul s Cathedral in London. Our highest achievement was to provide timepieces to the world s greatest centre for faith - Makkah; where we are proud to have supplied 16 golden luxury clocks. The President of Smith of Derby Group limited, Mr John Nicholas Wilkins Smith Makkah: wonderful interior timepieces, Holy Haram Mosque

5 5 "Working with Smith of Derby on the development of their Prayer Clock technology was exciting. The Islamic community in the UK wish the company great success in their endeavours." Lord Mohamed Sheikh, FCll, FPC. House of Lords London London: St. Paul s Cathedral Smith of Derby is proud to be operating at the integration on world cultures and faith

6 6 The Isla mic Clock Prayer clocks are vital in every Muslim s life, yet the design and quality available is poor and cheap. This is not good enough. The virtuous companion to the Prophet, Belal, was the sixth person to accept Islam and devote himself to Allah s cause. He became the Prophet s Muedhdhin making the daily call for prayers, Adhan. Belal possessed a clear and resonant voice and was the first Muslim to be accorded the honour of calling believers to prayer. The glorious act of prayer has become the world s greatest purpose for the provision of accurate and trusted timekeeping. It is therefore fitting that the world s most trusted and faithful company, through innovation, beauty and service, is truly honoured to provide the world s most important timepieces to the Muslim community. The Importance of Prayer Times Smith of Derby collaborated with the Islamic community throughout our inspirational journey. Islamic leaders in the London Mosque have been working with Smith of Derby for more than two years to create design, form and function a Prayer Clock that will live on in the hearts of its users. The chief purpose of prayer is to act as a believer s individual communication with God, to thank and praise him, and to ask for guidance. It is only right and befitting that the Prayer Clock created to inform this purpose, should be glorious in nature and created by people who understand this purpose. Smith of Derby has designed and created what we believe is the world s highest design and quality Islamic Clock that truly captivates the glory of faith through the unique exploration and expression of prayer time. Your prayer clock must truly be a work of art, which through Gods will, will become a symbol of the celebration of faith for the whole world to appreciate and follow.

7 7 Smith of Derby timepieces are works of art We understand the relation between the concept, art and the science of time to a degree no other company can match. Our work is crafted, using the world s best materials, designed by time engineers who understand the importance of form, function and purpose. Our company is at the centre of faith and our innovation in the world of prayer clocks has found global renown. Innovation and pride; these are values which we relentlessly protect in our journey to delight our customers. It seems then somehow very fitting that two of the great contributors to the measurement of time British horology and the Islamic tradition should come together to inspire a radical and unique clock both to measure time with tremendous accuracy, and mark the precise moment for prayer anywhere on earth. Kevin Litchfield, Inventor, Islamic Clock Mr Roger Harrison Arab News - August 201

8 8 The Isla mic Prayer Clock in gold pl ate with crystal chapters

9 9 Specifications of the Isla mic clock 700mm diameter, nominal size and upwards Prayer time indicators move daily (at midnight) to the next day, specific prayer time, in that city location Power failure auto re-set facility Easy maintenance with self diagnostic service 3 year (parts & labour) warranty with extended care package available Call to prayer sound system feature, on/off facility Personalised design/finish service available Smith of Derby engineer installation or easy customer set-up The m ain features of this superior Isla mic clock are Geographic specific prayer time setting, by city, country, continent All major juristic or custom calculation methods accounted for in the configuration software Synchronised to highly accurate Atomic Clock source Displaying local time and 5 prayer times through unique analogue indicators Self-setting, using bespoke Smith of Derby configuration software Ethernet Connectivity LED back-lit dial expressed in beautifully crafted and contemporary artwork design Highly bespoke or client specified finish to your requirements Blue Black Red Green

10 10 a beautiful piece of engineering Mr Omar Faruk, founder of EcoMuslim (an environmental group that raises awareness of issues through the teachings of Islam) said of our Islamic Prayer Clock development; The clock was a beautiful piece of engineering. This is an exciting development by a British company for the global Muslim people. I attended a focus group to assess the clock and its technology, it was very exciting. It was also wonderful to know that Smith of Derby already has clocks in Makkah, the holiest place in Islam.

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12 Smith of Derby, world leaders in the 'Expression of Time' hope you have enjoyed this brief introduction to our exclusive range of Islamic Prayer Clocks. To integrate 'Prayer Time' with your next project or personal requirement, please start your Smith of Derby journey today by calling or visiting the following contact options: SMITH OF DERBY THE EXPRESSION OF TIME T +44 (0) F +44 (0) M +44 (0) E design@smithofderby.com Smith of Derby Limited 112 Alfreton Road Derby DE21 4AU United Kingdom