Squire, the world’s oldest padlock manufacturer, will be exhibiting at The Security Event 2026, offering visitors an exclusive look at its newest Bluetooth innovations at stand 5/B135. Squire’s new range will enhance convenience even further for locksmiths, security installers and … Continue reading →

In an industry often judged by its worst operators, Stewart McCracken is quietly doing the opposite. Based in Leeds and covering West Yorkshire, the founder of Yorkshire Locks is building a reputation around trust, education and professionalism in an unregulated … Continue reading →

As we close the chapter on 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on a year filled with trade shows, digital events, training opportunities, and exciting new products. Together, we’ve achieved growth, strengthened connections, and delivered real value to the … Continue reading →

From police vehicles to healthcare facilities, community food banks to farms, cabinets are used in a wide range of applications. Often, they’re operated by keys. However, this comes with several problems, not least the lack of accessibility and convenience when … Continue reading →

Cars are becoming more complex, and so is auto locksmithing. Darren Dean believes his background in mechanics and diagnostics gave him the perfect foundation for tackling immobiliser systems, control modules, and the challenges of modern vehicle security. From Portsmouth, he’s … Continue reading →

Eidos is a new digital profile reader for cylinder and security keys that uses AI technology to recognise the most suitable key blanks and ensure professional duplication. AI TECHNOLOGY UNIQUE IN THE MARKET A pioneering machine that includes interactive AI … Continue reading →

Sternfenster has strengthened its position as a forward thinking UK fabricator by integrating Sense by MACO, the smart window and door sensor technology, across its product portfolio. The move reinforces a 16 year partnership between the two companies and positions … Continue reading →

Longstanding hardware manufacturer Kenrick has appointed Suzanne Nicholl as Sales and Marketing Director, further strengthening its leadership team as the business continues its next phase of growth and innovation. Suzanne joins Kenrick with extensive experience across the fenestration sector, having … Continue reading →

Robust UK, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of steel door solutions, and HOPPE (UK), a specialist manufacturer of window and door hardware, have collaborated to create new cost-effective, security tested emergency exit hardware available exclusively through Robust. The cost-effective … Continue reading →

We had great pleasure in interviewing a former Royal Navy specialist believes honesty, structure and logic are the most underrated tools in the locksmith’s kit. Chris Levy is not a locksmith who just drifted into security. After 25 years in … Continue reading →

Technology advancements shaping 2026 The auto locksmith industry has grown rapidly over the past year, and there’s no sign of it slowing down. As vehicles become more innovative and secure, the tools and technologies locksmiths rely on are evolving just … Continue reading →

In a world where ‘almost’ every business relies on websites, reviews, and social media to stay visible, Stantons Leeds Ltd is quite an exception. This long-standing, family-run locksmith business in Harehills, Leeds, has no website, no social media presence, yet … Continue reading →

The P600+ cylinder from ASSA ABLOY has had its patent extended to 2036, providing customers with total peace of mind that their keys are protected against duplication. The only legal way of securely protecting key blanks, patents prevent unauthorised key … Continue reading →

At Fensterbau Frontale 2026 in Nuremberg, MACO will showcase how the combination of integrated system solutions and close collaboration can deliver future ready results. Under the motto “Moving forward together”, the company will welcome visitors from 24–27 March 2026 at … Continue reading →