OZI Lock

OZI Lock is another Australian manufactured supreme quality mortise door lock, that is available in both 60mm (2-3/8") backset and 45 mm (1-3/4") backset.

Especially designed to comply with the international building code. This stylish and modern approach to locking system design and function, provides much sought after solutions to building design and hardware selection.

I think the ability to install easily into multiple different styles and builds of doors, separates this product from other considerations.

Clearly, Nidus have have positioned themselves in a new and exciting world of form and function hardware. They (like me) are keen promoters of Italian design and quality products as well.

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Locksmith Scam Busted, thanks in part to Missouri

Crime Statistics - West St Louis County June 1-30, 2010

The map here represents crime incidents reported by St Louis County Police for the West County Precinct, for June 2010.

As usual, we are primarily concerned with Burglary, Robbery, Larceny.

There are 150 of these incidents reported to St Louis County Police in June.

It seems the higher rates of these crimes are appearing in Chesterfield, Manchester, Wildwood and Ballwin.

Crime prevention involves adequately securing your premises with suitable and correctly functioning products.

We prefer not to report the precise location of these crimes and if you want to know the block and street location of these crimes, please click the source.

We are regularly servicing both residential and commercial clients in the West St Louis County region, securing their properties, repairing faulty lock and door products and re-keying properties (to prevent unauthorised access).

We can help you with that sticky lock, that rubbing door or that sliding patio or pocket door that is hard to operate.

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Bilock Press Release July 16, 2010

BiLock is proud to announce the certification of the BiLock New Generation Quick Change Core locking system to EN 1303.

This high security standard is the pinnacle of security standards in Europe.

After extensive internal testing, and some additional upgrades, we are getting ready

to submit an even more improved version for US and Canada certification.

This BiLock system will far exceed the requirements set forth in UL 437.

The new design will also thwart even the most sophisticated picking and decoding tools that are in use by the US intelligence agencies.

Our rigorous testing and the certifications demonstrate that a convenient interchangeable core system can be manufactured to withstand physical attack, picking, and decoding and still be a real value for end users.

We expect to be in full production of this newer generation product this fall.

Honda Motorcycles Now Secured By Meroni

The motorcycles of the great Japanese manufacture are protected by Meroni locks.

Among the many companies that have adopted Meroni products for their guaranteed and certified quality is the prestigious motorcycle manufacturer, Honda.

The core of the chosen locking device is the 33 series, certified by the CNPP and TUV institutes, that lies at the heart of many of Meroni's leading products, including the antitheft-padlock Luccotto. and the innovative UFO 'versatile defender'.

The key characteristics of this drill-proof, anti-picking steel locking device, available with over 250,000 combinations and designed to withstand determined attack, made it the ideal device around which to build locks for the Japanese motorcycles. A Honda motorcycle is a high-value item that must often be left unattended at insecure locations; it deserves the kind of high-quality security protection offered by the 33 series from Serrature Meroni.

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Pratiko by Meroni - A New, Easy To Install Furniture Handle

Quality construction, easy fitting and high versatility make Pratiko a true resource for furniture manufacturers

A detailed market survey among producers of office furniture revealed a strong demand for new closure solutions that were faster to fit, had fewer component variants and with a greater emphasis on quality. Meroni's first response to this demand is Pratiko., the revolutionary patented doorknob design that satisfies all of the requirements in a single model.

Pratiko is easy to fit in a few simple steps

1) remove the lock cylinder using the special extraction key

2) mount the Pratiko knob on the cylinder

3) insert the lock cylinder into the Pratiko knob

Pratiko is versatile

Pratiko is extremely flexible and is totally compatible with all Meroni cylinder locks. It is also equipped with a special adaptor device, allowing it to be used on panels ranging from 17 to 21 mm in thickness. In addition, thanks to a special spacer system, Pratiko eliminates the play that is often a problem between the door and a handle not perfectly flush with the panel surface.

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Lockable Stopcock By Serrature Meroni

There is growing demand from utility companies for stopcocks with integrated security locks. Much of this demand is being driven by the introduction of new regulatory standards, in particular UNI-CIG 9036/01, which stipulates that, for reasons of safety, the stopcock fitted to each meter should be operable only by the user. The requirement can only be satisfied by fitting stopcocks with security as well as, in the case of single users, lockable cabinets.

The new Meroni 26RB5 is a patented lock system which is even more secure, flexible and quick to install and can be used on every type of stopcock – water, gas or compressed air.

Thanks to its automatic fitting system, the 26RB5 can be installed in half the time of a conventional stopcock lock.

In addition to the 26RB5, the 28RB5 model is a stopcock lock with body and cylinder in brass.

— brass tumbler lock with zama alloy body

— personalised groups of combination codes available for individual suppliers

— reversible key with over 500 combinations

— dust cover for maximum protection from dirt and weather

— automatic locking – key required for opening

— cylinder with service suspension key – lock dismantles for easy replacement

Many educational institutions and local councils would benefit from being able to secure the taps of their watering systems, reducing the crimes of convenience committed by persons wishing to disrupt normal efficient operations.

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Breaking News - Bioaxxis Development Corp Close Their Doors

July 3, 2010 - The BBB (Better Business Bureau) report that Bioaxxis Development Corporation, makers of the innovative BD1 Deadbolt and Thumblock, have recently closed their operations.

Bioaxxis were at the forefront of biometric access technology, producing some surprisingly inexpensive yet good quality modern, aesthetically appealing and functional security hardware.

Personally, we found the products to be useful but in low demand.

The Kwikset & Schlage cheap mentality era is still upon the USA.

We will be clearing our excess stocks and anticipate reductions to cost + shipping.

Used properly and in conducive environments, the products hold up well. I did find some age related implications for the product line, however. It seemed that there was a problem with the scanners ability to properly load, store and distinguish fingerprints in the memory, but only of people over 65.

It is a known issue, that as we age, we literally wear out and sometimes fingerprints are one of the first body parts to wear.

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