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ASSA ABLOY Door Group strengthens offering with new EMEIA Door Business Segment partnership
3rd May 2024
ASSA ABLOY Door Group is proud to announce a new internal restructure that sees the company joining forces with all comparable business units across Europe, the Middle East, India and Africa, to form a new global division – the ASSA … Continue reading
Shearline Locksmiths Locks in Van Security with Mul-T-Lock MVP1000
3rd May 2024
Bristol-based family-run business, Shearline Locksmiths has placed its trust in Mul-T-Lock’s brand-new MVP1000 vehicle security system to enhance the security of its commercial vans. Mul-T-Lock’s MVP1000 is an entry-level locking system suited for almost any type of van door, both … Continue reading
Brisant’s lock is first to pass the new security test
3rd May 2024
Following a successful test on 25th April, Brisant-Secures patented ALPS lock technology is the first to pass the 2024 security test update introduced in January.  This update will be used for 3* euro cylinder locks by Secured by Design, PAS24 and Sold Secure Diamond. Why is there a new standard, and why hasn’t everyone heard … Continue reading
New training academy driven by auto locksmiths
3rd May 2024
As 3D Group opens the doors on its new £100,000 auto locksmith academy, The Locksmith Journal booked a slot to catch up with the team behind the training. Except, after a Friday afternoon video chat with the team, it was … Continue reading
The Importance of Door Closers: Safety, Security & Compliance
1st May 2024
Whatever the shape, size, material, and weight of your door, fitting an appropriate door closer can help improve your building’s safety, security, accessibility, and energy efficiency. But what are the main functions and benefits of fitting door closers? Controlling the … Continue reading
Hands-on Locksmith Training: The Locksmith Training School
30th April 2024
This month we caught up with The Locksmith Training School Merseyside ran by David Mitchell and Jackie Denning, in St Helens. They train all who are interested in learning about the locksmith trade, not just in the North West; people … Continue reading
IronmongeryDirect Proud of its Achievement in Customer Service
29th April 2024
Specialist supplier, IronmongeryDirect, has recently been awarded In-house Research’s Outstanding Achievement Award for Customer Satisfaction. The award is recognition of the company’s great work in providing consistently high customer service levels. In-house Research is a specialist research and consultancy business … Continue reading
Dynamic Hardware introduces the Dynamic Letterplate
24th April 2024
Dynamic Hardware has launched its Dynamic Letterplate, which has all the benefits of the hardware manufacturer’s expertise and experience. Tony Chadwick, Dynamic Hardware’s CEO, said: “Like all the products in our range, the Dynamic Letterplate is precision-manufactured and independently tested … Continue reading
Abloy UK showcases new digital portfolio at The Security Event 2024
24th April 2024
Abloy UK is set to unveil its latest line-up of access control systems at The Security Event 2024, welcoming guests to explore its cutting-edge electromechanical and digital solutions on stand 5/F50. Abloy will have two operational doors on the stand, … Continue reading
Mul-T-Lock Celebrates Women in Locksmithing Industry with “Ladies Who Locksmith” Campaign
24th April 2024
Mul-T-Lock, a leading provider of patented locking solutions, is proud to announce the launch of its “Ladies Who Locksmith” campaign, aimed at raising awareness of and celebrating women in the locksmithing industry. Despite being a male-dominated field, Mul-T-Lock recognises the … Continue reading
L4V Van Alarm – A new level of load area protection
22nd April 2024
Locks 4 Vans award-winning van alarm is the only Thatcham-certified aftermarket van alarm dedicated to the LCV market and provides features that add a new level of protection to the load area. One of the unique attributes of the L4V … Continue reading
The benefits of a master key system in a commercial building
22nd April 2024
Despite the continued rise of digital locking solutions, many companies are still opting to secure their premises using good old-fashioned keys. Glen Butler, Sales Centre Manager at HOPPE (UK) explains how a master key system can provide reliable access control … Continue reading
30 Years Service – High Street to Smart Homes
20th April 2024
Louise Frost, a senior marketer at Door Controls Direct, sat down with her long-serving MLA locksmith colleague Mike Drayton. Join them as they look back at the last three decades of being a trusted provider of comprehensive door control solutions, … Continue reading
Mul-T-Lock gears up for new commercial vehicle protection range
10th April 2024
With commercial vehicle crime continuing to rise according to the latest crime survey statistics, security specialist Mul-T-Lock has introduced a new portfolio of vehicle security solutions, designed to offer the ultimate protection. Latest figures show that 11,714[1] vans were stolen … Continue reading