Squire Locks has updated its Stronglock range of padlocks for the home to offer new protective features, giving locksmiths a stronger, more versatile product line to offer customers. The Stronglock Plus padlocks introduce hardened boron steel shackles to provide further … Continue reading →
Mila has added a new contemporary option to its Supa™ stainless steel hardware range: the Town Lever on Rose door handle and cylinder escutcheon – a sleek, ergonomic solution for modern exterior doors. Designed to integrate seamlessly with the Supa™ … Continue reading →
This year marks an important milestone for LockRite Locksmiths – celebrating 18 years of keeping homes and businesses secure. Since our first job in 2007, when a customer snapped a key in their door, our focus has remained the same: … Continue reading →
Abloy UK is highlighting the growing need for improved security and access control in schools, colleges and universities, as new figures reveal the scale of risks facing educational institutions across the UK. A recent survey of 500 schools found that … Continue reading →
Door Group, a division of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, is urging building owners, facilities managers and duty holders to prioritise regular, professional fire door inspections to ensure escape routes remain safe and compliant. Fire doorsets play a … Continue reading →
We are thrilled to share that Chris Halkyard, the inventor and developer of the well-known programming tool TrueCode Online, has joined our team as an automotive software engineer. This marks an exciting new journey for both businesses. So, what is … Continue reading →
Lock bumping is nothing new. In fact, it can be traced as far back to 1925. If you google the history of lock bumping, Wikipedia states incorrectly that “a US patent first appeared in 1928 by H. R. Simpson called a … Continue reading →
Squire, one of the world’s oldest and most well-respected padlock manufacturers, is pleased to announce its support for the Band of Builders charity. As an Associate Supporter, Squire looks forward to being able to support Band of Builders’ upcoming projects, … Continue reading →
To mark the start of Fire Door Safety Week 2025, Abloy UK has called for action to improve fire door compliance, following new statistics that show a concerning increase in fires and fire-related deaths and injuries across England. The latest … Continue reading →
Kelly Gill, SVP & CTO, ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions EMEIA, explores today’s regulatory environment, including NIS2 and the Cyber Resilience Act and what the access control industry must do to remain digitally secure. In today’s connected world, attacks are more … Continue reading →
Checkatrade, the UK’s leading home improvement platform, has unveiled its latest quarterly product release, with Autumn ‘25 What’s New. The campaign brings together the latest innovations in product and technology to demonstrate the ways Checkatrade is simplifying how trades can … Continue reading →
Mila’s SUPASecure™ 220mm and Harbour Collection high-security TS007 2 Star door handles have achieved Sold Secure certification, joining the already accredited SUPASecure™ 240mm model. This means all three handles now carry Sold Secure Silver Grade, Secured by Design, and TS007 … Continue reading →
ASSA ABLOY Door Group has reinforced its commitment to developing skills and career prospects through its six-month secondment programme. Project Engineers, Ben Brown and Jordan Lyttle will be focusing on sales roles as part of the scheme, exploring a different … Continue reading →
I caught up with Brian Burr, a seasoned locksmith and proud Taurean, hence his business name, Taurus Locks. With over 16 years in the trade and a lifetime of hands-on graft, it’s a pleasure to feature Brian in his milestone … Continue reading →