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UAP records 15th successive year of revenue growth
17th January 2025
UAP Ltd, a Manchester-based door hardware specialist, has announced revenue of £28.4 million for its latest financial year, marking its 15th consecutive year of revenue growth. UAP Ltd revenues grew by more than a third in the year to April … Continue reading
Jackloc window restrictors provide security and safety for homes ahead of the winter
17th January 2025
As 20% of burglaries in England and Wales are through windows, it is not surprising that the first and most essential element of property security is to lock all windows. The Titan by Jackloc folding window restrictor is the most … Continue reading
DoorBird – Flying High Since 2014
15th January 2025
Not far from Kurfürstendamm, Berlin’s number 1 shopping boulevard, a handful of people are working high up on the 13th floor to conquer the global market for smart door intercom systems with a compact and ultra-modern and above all high-quality … Continue reading
Autowave strengthens partnership with YMF Car Parts with increased key services
13th January 2025
Autowave, a leading supplier of car keys and programming equipment, is delighted to announce an expanded supply agreement with YMF Car Parts. This strengthened partnership, following demand from YMF customers, now includes an increased range of Autowave’s remotes, keys, and … Continue reading
Open Key Locksmiths: From Picking-up Waste to Picking Locks
13th January 2025
It’s interesting how personal experiences can help shape new journeys and steer you towards different trades (such as locksmithing). This is what happened to Josh De Asha from Open Key Locksmiths, Liverpool, whose interest in locksmithing came about from actually … Continue reading
Mark your calendars for MLA Expo 2025
13th January 2025
MLA Expo 2025: October 17-19, 2025 MLA Expo is the largest locksmith event and offers an excellent opportunity to meet new people. Held at the Telford International Centre, it provides a chance to discover the latest products and learn about … Continue reading
Maximise Door Security This Home Security Month
3rd January 2025
National Home Security Month and the nights getting longer and longer, both provide the perfect time for locksmiths to focus on the importance of door security in protecting homes and businesses. Despite some positive trends, burglaries still pose a major … Continue reading
MMarcus R500 SPI locking system: ‘a beacon of innovation and reliability’
3rd January 2025
  M.Marcus Ltd introduces the innovative R500 SPI locking system. Designed and patented in accordance with the highest security standards. In an era where security is paramount, the ISEO R500 SPI cylinder stands out as a beacon of innovation and … Continue reading
New KL1200 NetCode® by Codelocks for time-sensitive access code functionality for tough locker environments
3rd January 2025
Codelocks has added the KitLock by Codelocks KL1200 NetCode® electronic locker lock to its KitLock range, to provide flexible, temporary access for heavy duty, high-use environments where additional robustness is required. It is particularly suitable for self-service locations, storage facilities and … Continue reading
Why are Quality Products Key to a Successful Locksmith Career?
3rd January 2025
Why Quality Matters in Our Products: At 3D Group, we understand that the quality of our products is not just a feature; it’s a necessity. As an industry leader, we have always prioritised genuine products due to their high quality: … Continue reading
From Locks to Leads: Locksmiths Cashing in on Empty Property Rewards
3rd January 2025
With more than 300,000 long-term empty properties in England, Empty Property Hunters is on a mission to turn abandoned houses into refurbished homes. And locksmiths are perfectly placed to help; while earning some serious cash rewards in the process. A … Continue reading
Arc Locksmiths: Held at Gunpoint but still a locksmith
3rd January 2025
We caught up with Robert Carney of Arc Locksmiths in Manchester, whom has been a locksmith since 1988 and is in his 35th year of business. Bob (for short) has worked in the industry his entire career since leaving school, … Continue reading
Keeping leisure centres safe, comfortable and accessible for all
18th December 2024
Garrath Willshaw, business development manager at HOPPE (UK), explains all of the things that need to be considered when choosing new door hardware for use within leisure centres. Leisure centres are a key part of our society. Providing access to … Continue reading
60 years of Anglia Locksmiths
18th December 2024
60 years ago people were going crazy over The Beatles in America and BBC2 starting broadcasting. This was also the beginning of Anglia Locksmiths. It all began when my late father Ray Ward had a small decorating shop in the … Continue reading