Industry News

Over the past couple of years, the locksmith and security industry has been transformed with the introduction of smart home technology, from smart locking solutions to smart alarm systems. Simon Emmons, Sales and Marketing Director at Yale UK, discusses how … Continue reading →

We are all different, and studies show that we all have varied emotional responses to the same situations. Being a victim of crime is no different. Many people are surprised by the psychological impact being a victim of even a … Continue reading →

Paul Fletcher of Fletcher Locksmith and Safe Co has been lending a helping hand during lockdown to local essential workers and community organisations in and around Sunderland. As well as offering discounted services to NHS and care homes in the … Continue reading →

Secured by Design (SBD) member company uWatch have another success to add to their portfolio of crimes prevented, with their uWatch Cube thwarting a theft at a golf club. On Thursday 7 May at 21:06hrs the Hadden Hill Golf Club … Continue reading →

Locksmiths affected by the coronavirus crisis are being encouraged to utilise online training resources to upskill in preparation for the industry’s recovery phase. Nearly two thirds (64%) of companies in the construction industry that are still trading have furloughed staff, according to the latest statistics from the ONS. But learning new skills … Continue reading →

Fire doors are a life-saving feature, engineered to hold back flames and smoke allowing evacuation and access routes to remain clear for fire and rescue services, and helping to protect people and property. It is imperative that all fire door … Continue reading →

Three-year-old Jack Hampton from Kings Lynn in Norfolk received a very special surprise recently which will help him to lead a more independent life; a specially adapted trike, which was purchased on his behalf by the Videx Charitable Trust. The … Continue reading →

My name is Morgan O Donovan I’m the current chairman of the Irish Locksmith Organisation for the last two years. I really enjoy reading not only your intros; but also the articles so I wanted to send you our Irish … Continue reading →

Burg-Wächter, one of Europe’s largest security product manufacturers, is delighted to announce it has joined Secured by Design (SBD), the national police crime prevention initiative. Burg-Wächter is a recognised brand in 26 countries around the world.  The company operates from … Continue reading →

Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) is keen to reiterate to its members and the wider industry that, despite the challenges faced by the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s very much ‘business as usual’.  Just two weeks ago, the proactive Tamworth-based trade association … Continue reading →

Bigger and better than ever before, Yale’s all new commercial test rig opens the way for superior capabilities, smarter testing and greater opportunities. Using its new super scale testing rig, Yale is able to ensure customers of the durability, capability … Continue reading →

With the recent increase in flexible working, facilities managers are seeing lower occupancy levels in properties across the country. Colin Campbell, Managing Director of Codelocks, talks about what this means for security – and how access control technology can help … Continue reading →

Newcastle Power Chair Football Club has received a generous donation to help them continue their achievements in the sport; a power chair, which costs £8,345, has been mainly financed by Videx Charitable Trust. Power Chair football is a unique sport … Continue reading →

The Covid-19 pandemic has forced the majority of high street retailers and businesses to shut up shop, with some of those on the government’s exemption list electing to reduce opening hours, or close the retail outlet side of their business … Continue reading →