Locks
Mortice locks
Mortice Deadlock
The mortice deadlock is key operated from both sides and ranges from 2 lever through to 5 lever British Standard depending on the security level required. These locks are suitable for all single wooden doors. If there is need to put this lock on a set of double doors his can be done by a rebate kit supplied independently to the lock. British Standard 5 lever locks are designed for external doors to meet with insurance standards and can be accompanied by a Nightlatch Cylinder Lock (I.E Yale) to keep the door closed when the deadlock is not in use.
Mortice Sashlock
The mortice sashlock is key operated from both sides with a latch British Standard depending on the security level required. British Standard 5 lever locks are suitable are designed for external doors to meet with insurance standards.
Mortice Latch
The mortice latch is not a security lock in itself, the main purpose is to hold a door closed against a breeze or wind. Mainly these are the tubular style but other styles are available, these are fitted to wood internal hinged doors with a pair of latch handles but can also be fitted to double rebated wood doors also.
Mortice Clawbolt
These locks are found in wood and metal sliding doors. They can be operated with either a mortice style key or a Yale style cylinder key. Various sizes available to suit many applications.
Hasps & Staples
These come in various different sizes and range from very low security to very high. There are many applications that the hasp and staple can be used for such as Lockers, Sheds, Vehicles, Garage Doors, Fridges etc. The only downside to the hasp and staple is the fact it isn't the nicest looking security item. Low and Medium security hasps and staples are better for internal use, high security hasps and staples are better for external use.
Mul-T-Lock
Mul-T-Lock is our flagship product where key protection is required. When lock(s) are purchased they come complete with a security card and key registration form, we will complete this with you and when completed will carry all the authorised signatures who are allowed to have keys cut. To reproduce a key the card and one of the correct signatures need to be supplied. The main rule is "No Card, No Key".
The Mul-T-Lock Range consists of Padlocks, Euro/Oval/Rim Cylinders, CamLocks, Switch Locks and unusual cylinder shapes like Ingersoll, Banham, Scandinavian Oval and Kaba. All the locks can be to differ, keyed alike or master keyed as required. The euro cylinders are available with Anti-Snap or Anti-Snap and Anti-Bump resistance if required.
Oval & Euro
This type of lock is a component, where it is used in conjunction with a mortice the oval is common on Aluminium doors. You can use the euro style on aluminium doors as well, however both styles of cylinders can be used on wooden and metal doors. Both products are standard dimensions in size except for the length i.e. One side to the other, the length can be equal measurement but many are offset.
It is important to know the size when replacing the cylinder. You can buy both products in 3 different formats; Single Sided Key, Double Sided Key And Key or Double Sided Key And Turn.
The security level of the euro cylinder varies from a standard 5 or 6 Pin key to a high security patented key ,giving key protection. The euro cylinder is also available in anti-snap, anti-pick and anti-bump from various manufacturers. The oval is available on different key sections but don't have the anti-snap, anti-pick and anti-bump facilities. There is a range of products that can be keyed the same as another cylinder and also a Yale style lock and various padlocks etc. Satin and Brass are the usual finishes but other special finishes are available.
Padlocks
From Low Security (Brass Style) through to High Security (Commercial Style). They are also available in many different types here is a list of some of the different types available; Brass, Steel Laminated, Weather, Marine, Hardened, Long Shackle, Open Shackle, Closed Shackle, Slide Bolt, Discus, Combination Re-Keyable. Most padlocks are available keyed the same or master keyed, on the medium to high range padlocks patented key systems are available. There is no set out British Standard for padlocks they are instead graded by C.E.N. Grades between 1 and 6. The main insurance requirement is the padlock must be close fitting and need to be one of the high security padlocks.
Rim Cylinder Locks
Traditionally known as the "Yale" Lock, these locks are available with various operations and in a selection of different finishes. The styles of this lock are as follows:
- The Basic Rim Cylinder Lock
This is just a slam shut locks i.e. As you slam the door behind you it will lock.
- The Outside Deadlock Rim Cylinder Lock
Pull the door to, then turn the key 360 degrees to deadlock.
- The Square Bolt Deadlock Version
Pull the door to, then you have to lock the lock with the key otherwise the door will be open.
- The Double Deadlocking Rim Cylinder Lock
On this version before you leave the house you open the door, lock the inside handle with the key, then close the door. The handle will then remain locked until released by the key from the outside or the inside. This version or rim cylinder lock is available in a British Standard Version.
The standard rim cylinder lock is not high security, if you require a higher security lock on the door either fit a British standard version or complement the rim cylinder lock with a British Standard 5 Lever Mortice Deadlock. The finishes available are; Dark Grey, Green, Polished Brass, Satin, Polished Chrome, White, Champagne Gold and black (Not all Locks are available in all finishes). Most of the rim cylinder locks are designed to fit a single leaf wood door, but some can be adapted to fit a single leaf outward opening door, and also double leaf doors. These locks can be keyed alike or master suited, and are also available on a patented key system.
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