A comprehensive guide to domestic external door security has been published jointly by the Door & Hardware Federation and the Glass & Glazing Federation. Aimed at security and building professionals, installers and locksmiths, the Best Practice Guide for Specifying Security … Continue reading →

UAP Limited is launching MAX6MUM SECURITY, the new high-security guaranteed door hardware brand for homeowners, at The FIT Show at Telford in April. The MAX6MUM SECURITY range helps installers to produce a higher security door without adding any cost to … Continue reading →

UAP TradeLocks  enjoyed a positive start to the New Year with a new addition to the team in the form of accomplished locksmith, Warren Rockley. Warren, who has more than 10 years’ experience in all areas of locksmithing and who … Continue reading →

More than 100 specialist police units in Britain’s biggest force could be scrapped as part of sweeping budget cuts of more than £500 million. Burglary squads, robbery teams and other small units “focused on narrow crimes” will all go and … Continue reading →

The Locksmiths’ Exhibition returns in 2013 for its fourth year and the organisers assure us that it is going to be better than ever, with more than 60 top firms exhibiting to date. Opening times will be: Saturday 02/03/13 10:00 … Continue reading →

ABUS, market leader in padlocks, is pleased to introduce to the UK their new ‘SegPlay’ display stands, utilising their proven ‘Shop-in-Shop’ (SiS) merchandising programme. Divided into segments the new ‘SegPlay’ 1 metre SiS padlock merchandiser enables lock distributors to maximise … Continue reading →

The news that Bradford City were on their way to Wembley had the “Bantam’s” many loyal fans – and indeed, what seemed to be all of Bradford from the Lord Mayor down – overjoyed; but none more so that the … Continue reading →

Securikey, a leading supplier of Cash Safes, Fire Safes, Key Cabinets and other Physical Security Products, will be hosting a double stand at the Locksmiths’ Exhibition. Visitors are welcome to come and meet the experienced Securikey team at Stands 17 … Continue reading →

The Locksmith’ Exhibition, now in its 4th year,  has become one of major events in the SKS calendar.  This is very much a ‘hands on’ exhibition, where customers meet suppliers face to face, gaining knowledge of new and existing products, … Continue reading →

In response to customer demand, SALTO Systems has launched a black version of its class leading GEO (Global Electronic Opening) electronic cylinder lock. Already one of the most versatile electronic cylinders available on the market, the new GEO product is … Continue reading →

The sight of corroded, failing door hardware is becoming increasingly common on homes all over the country. And while the appearance is unappealing for homeowners, it’s even more unappealing for installers needing to fit replacements when the hardware hasn’t lived … Continue reading →

Stapleton’s Lock and Safe is a family run business based in Worksop and established in the locksmith and physical security industries for 48 years.  As fully licensed Master Locksmith and member of the Master Locksmith Association, Stapleton’s offers a quality … Continue reading →

New Merchandising Stand from Sterling Locks Sterling Locks promises retailers value, quality and service.  A promise it lives up to, as demonstrated by the launch of its new merchandising stands.  Sized to fit neatly on the counter top, the stands … Continue reading →

Comment by Dr Steffan George, development director for the Master Locksmiths Association (MLA). 2012 has been an eventful year for all of us within the security industry – with the crowds at the Olympics and changes in legislation surrounding squatting … Continue reading →