We’re always on the lookout to talk to locksmiths about their businesses and find out about their rather interesting lives and career paths. We spoke to Graeme MacDonald of Claymore Lock & Safe Co, proud to be one of the … Continue reading →

Around the time that Amazon were becoming giants of e–commerce, NW Keys were in the process of adding all of their stock items to a computerized stock control. Part of this new system was an e-commerce application, which the software … Continue reading →

Newbury-based lock manufacturer, Codelocks was visited by Laura Farris, Newbury MP, last week to discuss the critical implications of proposed changes to fire door testing requirements for UK businesses. The proposed changes from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities … Continue reading →

The workshop here at our head office in Berkhamsted is a very busy space. We can cut a wide range of keys here on site including basic cylinder, mortice and laser/dimple keys on our wide range of JMA key machines. … Continue reading →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 →

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 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 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, 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 →