More Reason to Steer Clear of Kwikset Smartkey

Kwikset products were recently sold again by their parent company Stanley Black & Decker, picked up by Spectrum Brands of Minnesota. Kwikset, Baldwin and some other well known brands in the mix were also acquired by Spectrum.

A rather revealing video (after the jump) of the simple method to unlock any Kwikset Smartkey Product has surfaced. In most circumstances, this method (like most others) will defeat any Kwikset Smartkey Product without identifiable damage and in most cases, the original key will still work, although the rekey (or Smart) feature is completely disabled.

Lockwood 7444 Keyed Pocket Door Lock- Run Away Sales

Lockwood 7444 Keyed Pocket/Cavity Door Lock

The fabulous Lockwood 7444 Keyed Pocket/Cavity Door Lock has arrived and is now in stock.

There are 2 colors available. Satin Chrome and Chrome Plate.

View the videos below to see installation instructions and a marketing video from Australia.

UPDATE 10/24/12 WE ARE OUT OF STOCK OF SATIN CHROME PRODUCT New supply expected soon.

UPDATE 10/26/12 New Satin Chrome product is expected in about 4 weeks

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Colors

7444CPDP $105.00 USD 7444SPDP $105.00 USD

Meroni Nova _ The Original Premiapri Mechanism

The Premiapri Nova has long been considered the flagship product of the Meroni product line. The classic style knob with the black pushbutton top can be found on many doors across the world since it was first introduced in the early '70's.

Nova offers multiple different color choices and materials, some of which are listed below. We also include the applications and their explanations.

Meroni Forma - With The Premiapri Mechanism

Premiapri Forma

The Premiapri Forma design handlests are the direct successor to the ever popular Nova design range. remaining true to the original design mantra, Forma leaps forward into the future with a stylish and user-friendly appealing contemporary design.

There are two primary build for the Forma range. Metallic and Resin.

Of course the above pictured colors are all available with any of the versions similar to Combina and Nova. 

Stylish and contemporary design is the hallmark of this fine modern Italian door hardware product. 

Many modern interior designers are choosing this product for their discerning clients, who want to be different while maintaining form, function, ease of use and personal taste.

As with other Meroni door products, there are many options. Contact us for an individual estimate.

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Meroni Camlock 2C256 - Camlock Security At A Fraction of The Usual Price

 The 2C256 Camlock, produced by Serrature Meroni is a simple and inexpensive model that is used in varied applications. It is clip (horseshoe) mounted inside with provisions for different width drawers or doors.

 Here are the measurements of the size of these locks. This might assist cabinetmakers and owners with the required dimensions for their choice of cabinets/drawers.

Pictured here, is a type of application it can be used for.

















Meroni are one of the most well known manufacturers of cabinet and furniture lock systems in the world. Proudly manufactured in Italy, to the highest industry specifications, many fine European furniture and cabinet makers continue to source their locks from Meroni, not just because their price is super-competitive, but the quality and reputation for quality is second to none.

We are proud to represent Serrature Meroni products in the lucrative North American market.

For inquiries about this or any other Meroni product please contact us for special pricings.

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Multi-Touch System To Contemporize Touch Screen Use.

About 3 years ago, Light Blue Optics, a UK based technology innovator, introduced a product that will redefine the nature of touch screen controls. The Light Touch™, is an image projector that allows for any surface to be converted into a touch screen.

When combined with recent research undertaken by a Purdue University team, whereby a multi-touch system using a computer, video projector and kinect camera, has shown that hand gestures and movement characteristics can be defined by the individual user, it is possible that such a system could lead to new access control solutions that increase security for sensitive openings/areas. (see video after the jump)

Meroni Locks In America - Exclusively Here

We continue to become known as the distributor for Meroni Products in the lucrative North American market.

Meroni have long been producing some of the most innovative and contemporary designed handlesets for a wide variety of markets across the world.

We are very pleased to have represented Meroni and delivered their excellent quality products to discerning customers in Mexico, Australia, Ecuador and many different cities in the USA and Canada.

We have been updating our sister site recently to include Meroni products as a featured item. We invite you to visit our other site to find out some more details and options. It is a continual process of building new pages to explain Meroni products and we hope to publish more pages there as time permits.

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Clopen - Hidden Safe In Your Bookshelf

The Clopen is a unique idea thought of and designed by Japanese architecture firm Torafu Architects.

This product looks like any conventional floating shelf. It is made from an aluminum frame that sports a thin piece of veneer to give it the "wood" look. It is locked using two magnets, one at each end. You are provided with two magnetic keys that need to be used simultaneously to release the catches.

A simple, yet elegant idea that combines aesthetic beauty with functionality.

It is attached to a wall with aluminum crossbars that are mounted securely. The shelf then attaches to the crossbars making what looks like a bracket-less shelf.

Securing your extra cash or documents will be a cinch with this intelligent product.

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