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With increasing scrutiny on fire safety compliance and security standards in building hardware, it is more important than ever that everyone in the supply chain, from specifier to fabricator, installer to locksmith, understands exactly what is required when selecting and … Continue reading →

Fort Doors has teamed up with Yale and Mila Hardware to develop a security upgrade for all Pro 20 Insulated Side Hinged garage doors. To celebrate, Fort Doors is offering Yale Lockmaster three-point locking on all Pro 20 Insulated doors … Continue reading →

With van theft on the rise, especially among tradespeople carrying valuable tools, the need for reliable vehicle security is at an all-time high. For auto locksmiths looking to expand their skills, hook lock fitting offers a lucrative opportunity. Hook lock … Continue reading →

For decades, DES Locksmiths has been a trusted name across London and the South East – a family-run business with deep roots in security, innovation, and reliability. We first featured DES back in April, when they launched their Golden Key … Continue reading →

Squire is pleased to announce its support for a humanitarian mission delivering critical medical aid to communities in Ukraine, led by volunteers from the charity Convoy4Ukraine. The initiative will see a fleet of ambulances driven thousands of miles from the … Continue reading →

David Hill, founder of Thames Valley Lock & Safe in Witney, has spent over 40 years in locksmithing. From youth training in the 1980s to running his own MLA-approved business today, he believes adaptability is the key to survival. Starting … Continue reading →

As we approach the 40th anniversary of MACO UK, Jemma Brookes, Head of Product Management shares that the Technical Department is entering one of its most ambitious and exciting growth phases to date. Inspired by recent industry insights and the … Continue reading →

Kenrick has further enhanced the functionality of its AK Safe Secure smart lock box with the introduction of a new automatic self-locking feature, designed to improve security, efficiency and peace of mind for facility managers. The new auto-lock function ensures … Continue reading →

Marc Narbeth, CEO and business owner, shares how a small family key-cutting business grew into the nation’s go-to supplier for office furniture and locker keys – and why the future of locksmithing is going digital. The company might now be … Continue reading →

For more than 40 years, Cheshire Lock & Safe has been keeping homes and businesses across Macclesfield secure. What began in 1982 as a small local workshop founded by Alan Clayton has grown into one of the area’s most trusted locksmith … Continue reading →

If you’ve ever found yourself scratching your head over a faulty maglock, you’re not alone. After over a decade working hands-on with access control systems across commercial, industrial, and residential sites, I’ve seen every kind of maglock issue you can … Continue reading →

TrueCode If you are unfamiliar with TrueCode, it is an innovative key programming platform developed in the UK by Chris Halkyard. In May 2025, Chris joined us at 3D Group as an automotive software engineer, focusing on enhancing the platform … Continue reading →

Ultion reveals why brand reputation is replacing technical detail as the key driver of premium hardware sales For years, security sales have revolved around specification. Star ratings, accreditations and test results gave installers the evidence they needed to justify an … Continue reading →

Since we opened the doors to our training academy in 2024, we’ve gone from strength to strength. Throughout 2025, we had the privilege of welcoming growing numbers of industry professionals to our courses and webinars, equipping them with the cutting-edge … Continue reading →