Commercial Security

  • HASPS –The Closing Mechanism for Padlocks

    People have been locking up their possessions forever. To secure possessions, there are specialized locks like door locks, vehicle locks and utility locks. These types of locks provide specific functions. They are not designed to be taken off and used...

    Article • March 3rd, 2010

  • American Lock Helps The Locksmith Sell

    The American Lock tagline tells it all, “The Locksmith’s Lock.” American padlocks have always been known for quality products and that saying remains true today. American Lock is now a Division of Master Lock Company, but the solid body...

    Article • March 3rd, 2010

  • The Transformation From Mechanical To Wireless Communicating Locks

    Wireless communication means no wires to transfer the information to a personal computer or to another lock.

    Article • March 3rd, 2010

  • DoorJak®: An Extra Hand You Pay For Only Once

    This new tool enables locksmiths to remove, service and install doors weighing up to 750 pounds without hiring an assistant.

    Article • March 3rd, 2010

  • Locksmithing Etc.

    News You Can Use

    Article • February 1st, 2010

  • Integrating & Interfacing Electronic Security Elements To Create A Custom Tailored Solution

    Aiphone’s video entry system met the customer’s access control needs.

    Article • February 1st, 2010

  • 30 Under 30

    Jared Urman, Access Locksmithing

    Article • February 1st, 2010

  • Editorial: It's A New Era

    Any successful locksmith business has to advertise. How much you advertise and what method you use to convey your message is an individual consideration. Some companies use a printed form such as the yellow pages or develop brochure for mailing to...

    Article • February 1st, 2010

  • Latch Protection and Security Strikes

    Latch protection products limit access to the latch and the bolt areas between the lock edge of the door and the jamb.

    Article • February 1st, 2010

  • Key Wizard™ Ultimate Key Management Solution

    Medeco’s newly updated Key Wizard is a one-stop shop for all of your all key management needs.

    Article • January 8th, 2010

  • Delayed Egress: The Safe Solution for Security, Loss Prevention & Patient Safety

    The locksmith must determine the hierarchy of LAHJs for a particular situation, and to take the necessary steps to assure compliance.

    Article • January 8th, 2010

  • NAPCO Introduces Indoor/Outdoor BioReader Keypad

    The BioReader is easy to program, and functions as a mean and lean biometric access controller when deployed as a standalone, or an element in a powerful security management device when integrated with a GEM or other alarm panel.

    Article • December 3rd, 2009

  • Security Bars Can Add Profits On Every Job

    Periodic news broadcasts tell of children who have fallen from upper floor windows in apartment buildings. While security bars are primarily considered as a method to prevent the wrong persons from entering a building, they can just as well...

    Article • November 1st, 2009

  • Norton Trinity 9000 Series Door Closer

    The basic design of a door closer is to safely close, latch and secure a door without slamming or endangering persons trying to enter or leave through the doorway opening. For most applications and taking into account the frame and door are...

    Article • November 1st, 2009

  • Locksmith Ledger: Seventy Years And Going Strong

    Locksmith Ledger celebrates its 70th anniversary this month. It is impossible to mention our anniversary without considering the man who started it all, Leonard Singer. Organized locksmithing began a century ago as a secretive trade with servicing...

    Article • November 1st, 2009