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ABUS as a lock manufacturer was founded in Volmarstein, Germany some 90 years ago in 1924.  The focus was originally on making padlocks, but by the 1970s in Europe euro cylinders had become a major part of ABUS production. The … Continue reading →

Avocet Hardware has appointed Paul Collins as its product design and implementation manager. The Brighouse-based business, which recently announced a further £2.1million investment from its owners, The Jain family, created the position in order to boost the company’s product development … Continue reading →

HOPPE’s door handles with Quick-Fit plus connections certainly live up to their name. But that’s not the whole story. Not only are Quick-Fit plus handles  a doddle to fit in double quick time, they are so stylish and sleek that … Continue reading →

Burg-Wächter is launching the Alutitan 770 range to help retailers capitalise on the growing trend for aluminium padlocks.  The new Alutitan 770 exploits the inherent strength and lightness of a special aluminium alloy to deliver a strong padlock that is … Continue reading →

Asec, the security product brand which is exclusively available through Aldridge Security, the leading distributors of security products has announced it is expanding its hugely successful range of Kite anti-snap cylinders, to now include the Kite Elite series. Kite Elite … Continue reading →

UPVC Maintenance Supplies is running a series of short training courses to help customers identify and solve on-site door and window maintenance problems instantly, when on emergency repair call-outs. The specialist window and door replacement hardware supplier, set up a … Continue reading →

A South Yorkshire homeowner has a local window company to thank when thieves failed to enter his house after it was targeted recently. The criminals tried to enter the property in Sheffield via the rear conservatory which had just had … Continue reading →

Leading physical security product supplier Securikey enjoyed a very busy show at the fifth annual Locksmiths’ Exhibition in Nottingham on 8th and 9th March, which attracted the highest number of visitors to date. As well as displaying a wide range … Continue reading →

The manually programmable Briton 9360 Electronic Digital Code Lock has been designed for applications in multi-occupancy buildings and has been introduced with retrofit in mind. Although the system can be used as a new installation, the electronic lock has the … Continue reading →

Repairing a lock as a result of a break in? Helping someone who has been locked out? They would like extra security measures, you would like extra profit Solution – Offer them a range of simple cost effective security solutions … Continue reading →

   Simon Ashby, Technical Manager for advanced Diagnostics, Explains why The MVPPro is The Perfect Choice for New Locksmiths. There are many factors for the traditional locksmith to consider when making the decision to offer car key programming for drivers. … Continue reading →

Experts from Hickleys, the vehicle key programming specialist, are continuing their tour of the country offering presentations and demonstrations on the new “all in one” Zed-FULL programmer at various locations around the country. This is your chance to see this … Continue reading →

Mitcheldean … Power management company, Eaton, has announced that Cooper Security is now Eaton. This important development will provide customers with a wider and more diverse product portfolio, which is backed up by unrivalled levels of knowledge and expertise. The … Continue reading →

Newcastle City Council has been cracking down on fly-tipping and is warning potential culprits that the illegal dumping of waste is a serious crime, with serious consequences. In the last year, the Council has made 183 prosecutions for waste crimes. … Continue reading →