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  • Powering Standalone Electromechanical Locks
    Powering Standalone Electromechanical Locks

    Standalone electromechanical locks require battery power in order to operate. Most network-capable, standalone electromechanical locks have a battery condition indicator. As the battery in a networked lock begins to reach replacement, the software can...

    Article • January 28th, 2011

  • Trends in Electronic Locks
    Trends in Electronic Locks

    The electromechanical lock is not new. I installed battery operated motorized deadbolts and electronic locks way back in the 1980s. I remember a “key free” electromechanical knob and deadbolt lockset that was pretty amazing. To enter the...

    Article • January 27th, 2011

  • Opportunities in Safe Deposit Boxes
    Opportunities in Safe Deposit Boxes

    Professional locksmiths call on a variety of special job skills to generate profits. Things like basic key duplication, rekeying and lock installation are a given. Even selling safes is a common occurrence in lock shops. In addition, there are...

    Article • January 26th, 2011

  • News Briefs
    News Briefs

    Walmart™ Chooses Alarm Lock's DL2700 For Remodel Alarm Lock is supplying its top-selling Trilogy® T2 DL2700 to a major procurement company, which supplies Walmart General Contractors nationwide. The Trilogy® DL2700s are used in the Pharmacy for...

    Article • January 11th, 2011

  • Changeable Function Mortise Locks
    Changeable Function Mortise Locks

    The mortise lock has been around for more than 100 years, installed into commercial buildings and residences. The mortise lock is stronger and has more function choices than cylindrical or tubular locks. The reason is the case is larger and more parts...

    Article • January 11th, 2011

  • Sesamee Packaging
    Sesamee Packaging

    New packaging for CCL's Sesamee Padlock line highlights user features to stimulate sales.  The new look packaging positions the Sesamee line for greater retail visibility and adding new freshness to a line which has been marketed since 1926.  The...

    Product • December 13th, 2010

  • Front Dial Sesamee
    Front Dial Sesamee

    K2620 and K2621 Sesamee padlocks with hardened steel shackles from CCL Security Products feature a front combination dial, making it easier for users to operate the lock or change combination as necessary.  The K2620 has a 1-inch shackle and the...

    Product • December 13th, 2010

  • What Does IP Mean?
    What Does IP Mean?

    Contrary to what you may have been told, IP does not necessarily mean “In for Problems.” IP is the acronym for Internet Protocol which is the set of techniques used by many hosts for transmitting data over the Internet. The current version of the...

    Article • December 10th, 2010

  • Patented, Proprietary and Restricted Key Blanks and Related Lock Mechanisms
    Patented, Proprietary and Restricted Key Blanks and Related Lock Mechanisms

    To preface this article, I am not an attorney and the following information is intended to provide a general understanding of the terms higher and high security, key control, patented, restricted, proprietary and other terms used by lock manufacturers...

    Article • December 6th, 2010

  • Napco Commercial 24V Commercial Burg./Fire or Addressable Fire Systems
    Napco Commercial 24V Commercial Burg./Fire or Addressable Fire Systems

    Napco Commercial Platform

    Product • November 30th, 2010

  • Real Living™ Locks
    Real Living™ Locks

    Yale Locks & Hardware, has introduced locks specifically designed to integrate into the digital home. These new deadbolt and lever locks are the first products in the Yale Real Living™ portfolio of residential access control and home security...

    Product • November 11th, 2010

  • Banner Thunderbird Sticks With Sargent Locks

    The 2009 expansion of Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale, AZ, was all about the doors - literally and figuratively. From a figurative perspective, the expansion opened up the door to a new level of medical attention and patient service...

    Article • October 1st, 2010

  • Thoughts On Master Keying

    With the introduction of electronic locks many years ago, some locksmiths predicted that by this time all metal keys would be extinct. Nothing could be further from the truth.

    Article • October 1st, 2010

  • Surface Mounted Door Closer Accessories and Options

    Determining exactly what the end-user needs and installing the best door closer with the appropriate arm and options will give your customer many years of trouble free operation.

    Article • October 1st, 2010

  • Master Electronic Keypad Deadbolt
    Master Electronic Keypad Deadbolt

    Master Lock's Electronic Keypad Deadbolt fits all doors with standard deadbolt prep and provides convenient, keyless access. It also includes patented NightWatch® deadbolt technology for enhanced security while meeting ANSI grade 2 standards. Eight...

    Product • September 14th, 2010

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