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Rim Locks

One type of locking mechanism that is popular on both residential and commercial applications is a rim lock. This type of mechanism will normally be installed on the door itself versus a mortise type lock which would be installed inside the door itself. These types of locks are very popular all over the world and have been in use for many decades. Typically, a rim lock will be mated with other types of locks which makes it an adaptable solution to fit different particular security needs.

A traditional rim lock which is normally installed in the inside of a door will normally lock itself automatically each time you close the door. A rim lock that will operate this way will normally have a spring loaded mechanism in which will have some sort of a latch to be used for opening the door from the interior of the door while a key will be used for the exterior. A common security issue with these types of locks is the fact that they can be easily pried open. However, if a dead-latch would be installed, it will prevent this type of break-in attempts as this type will require a key from both sides in order to be unlocked.

If you wish to have an increased security, we would recommend installing a deadbolt type rim latch with can be resemble to a traditional deadbolt. Although it would lack the advantage of a standard rim lock with a spring loaded mechanism, it will give you the security you need and desired.

Rim locks will normally have more appearance quality than security. They are considered to be an auxiliary type locks and will lack security qualities most of the time. It is strongly recommended whenever you have these types of locks installed, to have a secondary type of lock installed as well for added and maximum security for your home.

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Residential Key-less Entry Lock System

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Padlock Types

Most of people do not realize, but a padlock can be very useful in providing security for many things around the house or other residential properties. It can be used to lock-up cabinets that contain important things, tool boxes, or other things that you don't want children in the house will have access to. There are many types of padlocks and different sizes in the market such as ones that are used with a key or ones that are used with a code.

The question to be asked is what would be the best padlock that will suit your needs? It will mostly depend on what the padlock would be needed for. With many types of padlocks in the market, there are many levels of protection. To take things into consideration, think about how important is the object your will use the padlock for to protect it or is it going to be used outdoor or indoor.

One of the most common type of padlocks many people use is a combination padlock. However, most types of combination padlocks available in the market have very low level of security as they are fairly easy to pick open. Some combination type of padlocks will come with a feature which will allow the user to reset the code in case it was forgotten.

The second type of padlock is one that operated by a key. Although it will add to your need of managing more keys, this type of padlock will deliver the highest level of security you desire. These padlocks are normally divided into 2 types of locking mechanisms. One would use a locking bolt where the other will use the traditional pins. Those 2 types of locking mechanisms will ensure that only the matching key will be able to unlock the lock.

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Automotive Re-key Service

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Restricted Key System

There are many ways a business owner can protect his property by choosing different types of security lock systems. There are the traditional ways of standard commercial grade locks and there are the more advanced technology of key-less entry locks. Most experienced locksmith technicians offer installation and maintenance services for most of these commercial type locks. However, most of the time, choosing a lock for your business can depend on other variables such as the type of business and budget. A good locksmith will find a good solution for every pocket.

I remember few years ago I got a call from a customer who owns a small store in the area. he recently got broken into his store and he was inquiring regrading higher security lock solutions for his store possibly to prevent another break in incident. According to him, he suspected one of his previous employees to be responsible for the break in. Luckily, I just re-stocked my service van with many types of commercial grade locks, so I had a lot of options to offer.

Once I got to the customer's location, I went with him over the options I thought would be most suitable for his situation and the store. Unfortunately he did not have a large budget, so key-less entry locks were out of the question. He also wanted something more than a Mortise lock since that what he had installed. I told him that the issue probably was the cylinder and a restricted key system might solve the issue. However, that was over his budget as well.

I gave a call to a Portland locksmith co worker of mine to see if he had any other ideas for increasing the security of the customer's store without going over budget. He suggested looking at installing a Schlage Primus cylinder or possibly re-key the existing cylinder if it was a Schlage type. Luckily, the customer did have a Schlage lock installed and I had extra Primus keys with me in stock from previous jobs. I was able to re-key the cylinder to match the Schlage Primus type key that way no one could duplicate the key in the future in the local hardware store and the customer can now enjoy having the security of a restricted key system with the price of a standard lock system.

Office Application Mortise Lock

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