Kaba - Ilco Simplex 5000 Mechanical Pushbutton DoorLock

This is the world reknowned Kaba - Ilco Simplex 5000 Mechanical Pushbutton Doorlock, that can be installed on almost any door.

I recently installed one of these locks in a high-trafficked door that requires keyless access.

This lock is a Grade 1 lockset that features a really easy entry method, options for passage function (to leave it unlocked), key override for selected keyholders.

It is relatively simple to install in place of most existing door locks and the installation can be completed in about 1 hour.

We recommend our Bilock Extreme Security cylinders be used in conjuction, to offer bump proof, pick proof and copy proof keys, preventing unauthorised duplication of keys.

$499.00

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2oz bottles of Triflow on sale

We previously posted about the Tri-Flow product on November 22, 2009 and now make it available to all our customers. From 2010 on, all new Bilock customers will receive a complimentary bottle with their first order. (Previous article below)

Having worked in the locksmith trade over a quarter century, I have worked with many lubricants over the years. My favorite lubricant and the one I recommend to all my customers is Tri-Flow.

Many tasks I perform for customers often involve repairing locks due to the wrong product having been used, in attempt by an unknowing homeowner or handyman to DIY (do it yourself).

While the DIY industry is one of the biggest, often the advice given may not be correct or may be given by someone with no real experience.

The most common lubricant (and I use the term loosely, here) found in most hardware stores is WD-40.

WD stands for Water Displacement and 40 is the fourtieth formula that achieved it's purpose.

When you displace water, you effectively dry out the application (remove any lubrication).

WD-40 was designed to dry the points on wet motors. It is designed to "dry out" wet metals. It is a penetrating fluid that can temporarily lubricate metal parts, but will dry out (and gum up) as it is designed to do.

I strongly recommend that customers think twice before using WD40. I cannot tell you the number of times I have seen or see it used in locks. Whenever I ask a client, "did you use something to lubricate this lock?" and they answer with "WD40", my standard reaction is "Uh Huh!". This often has them asking what they should use and I always recommend Tri-Flow.

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Locksport - The New Testing Laboratory

Schuyler Towne is a hobbiest with an unusual hobby. He is a member of Locksport International, a non-profit club of people whose interests include solving the mechanical puzzles of lock and key mechanisms.

Schuyler is not an unusual person, but a ethical and modern thinker, whose goal it is, to identify weaknesses in mechanical key (puzzles) locking systems.

This is why various nouveau manufacturers are seeking out the services of Schuyler and other locksport enthusiasts, to test their products before they come to market.

Police departments and other law enforcement offices across the United States, had hoped that Locksport International was a passing fad. According to Jim Pasco, National Executive Director of The National Fraternal Order of Police, lockpicking and other manipulation techniques are freely available to anyone and everyone through instructional video's on Youtube and other online mediums.

This can represent a serious concern for home owners and tenants, offices and corporations, concerned with everyday people's abilities to covertly bypass the security of their properties.

Schuyler and his fellow locksport enthusiasts, maintain strict adherence to their cardinal principle, "Never pick a lock you don't own, and never pick a lock that's in regular use," but the same cannot be said for other on-lookers.

Bilock products represent a thorn to many lock pickers and locksport enthusiasts because the product is so difficult to pick or bypass. Bilock cylinders are tailor made to retro-fit many existing hardware brands, so even if you have a Schlage, Baldwin, Arrow, Corbin-Russwin, Yale, Assa, Abloy, Medeco, Mul-t-lock or Lockwood product (and many others), you can convert them all to one of the industry's few 100% bump proof and virtually pick proof and copy-resistant key and locking products, without the expense of replacing hardware.

Combined with the almost 8000 color key head combinations, you can easily identify your keys, improve use by arthritically challenged or even sight impaired users.

An article appeared today on National Public Radio.

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Biometric Ignition Lock System

We are pleased to announce an upcoming product we will soon make available.

The Biometric Ignition System is a DIY installation, although we do recommend a professional auto-electrician complete the install.

We do believe that the future of car security products will be heading this way.

This complete systems offers fingerprint recognition/access to vehicle systems, GSM communications port and standard car alarm style audio alerts.

This powerful device combines a primary and secondary security system that allows only authorised fingerprints (Primary) to deactivate the guard, in turn allowing an authorised key holder to operate the ignition.

The benefit here is that even if your keys are stolen, the perpetrator can still not steal your car because their fingerprint will not be enrolled.

The system also uses a shock sensor to indicate attempted unlawful entry or to alert when objects hit the vehicle. Do you like to know when those pesky neighborhood kids kick their ball and it hits your car? Now you can be alerted with a text message to your cell phone.

The unit houses a GSM SIM card that can connect to the carrier of your choice. This enables 2-way communications with the security system on your car.

Has your car been stolen? Use your cell phone to switch off the fuel system, effectively making the thief run out of gas.

Taken your car to the mechanic? Temporarily disable the fingerprint controller, remotely until the mechanic's work is completed.

(coming soon)

Bioaxxis BD-1 Fingerprint Deadbolt

THIS PRODUCT IS DISCONTINUED
We spoke about this product about 2 years ago and have installed and sold a number of them.

The only pitfall we have found with fingerprint products, is the age related issues.

Specifically, it seems that elder people (>60) have difficulty operating many fingerprint activated readers/devices. This is due to fingerprints wearing as we age. What we need to do in this case is lower the sensitivity of the reader.

We can achieve this simply, but the possibility of unauthorised prints being recognized is only marginally increased.

We believe that the product is by far, the best of it's kind and continue to offer them.

History Of Lock Companies I

Corbin Russwin

The Russell & Erwin Manufacturing Company originated in 1839 when H.E. Russell, Cornelius B. Erwin, and Frederick T. Stanley formed a partnership to produce locks and builders' hardware, under the name of Stanley, Russell & Company. When Mr. Stanley withdrew from the partnership in 1840, Smith Matteson and John H. Bowen were added, changing the name of the company to Matteson, Russell & Company. In 1846, with the death of Mr. Matteson and the expiration of the partnership terms, the company's name changed to Russell & Erwin. In 1851 the partnership was reorganized as a joint stock company and was from that time known as Russell & Erwin Manufacturing Company, until its merger with P.& F. Corbin in 1902. Cornelius Erwin served as president of the company from 1851 until his death in 1885. The company is best known as the pioneer of the wrought steel lock industry.

P. & F. Corbin originated in 1849 when brothers Philip and Frank Corbin, and Edward Doen established the firm of Doen, Corbin & Co., to manufacture ox balls. The company's name changed to P. & F. Corbin in 1851. In the last half of the 19th century they broadened their products to include coffin trimmings, knobs, and stove handles. In 1868 they began specializing in the manufacture of builder's hardware and locks.

108 years old and still going strong, Corbin Russwin products are an American institution. Owned now by the Assa-Abloy group of companies, they continue to innovate.

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Bluetooth Controller - For Door Locks etc

We are negotiating with a very talented USA based manufacturer of an exciting and useful new product aimed at cellphone users, to enable users existing cellphones to be used as their entry key.

This technology is very close to official product release and will enable either free entry or PIN code entry to door strikes, magnetic locks, garage doors and almost any other device that uses power to activate a switch.

This amazing product is speculated to sell for less than $200.00, is made in the USA (mid-west), has a range of up to 30' (or less possibly due to obstructions, like solid walls etc).

We are also talking to another manufacturer (overseas) of a RFID/Bluetooth embedded antenna used in a door lock to enable virtually unlimited access control.

I would love to provide a link to the companies involved, but I have been sworn to secrecy.

Stay tuned for updates.

Pocket Door Lock With Key - Available Now

Our new product, the Cowdroy P697 Pocket Door Lock With Key, arrived on Wednesday December 23, 2009. This sensational product is specifically designed to fit in place of other brands of pocket door locks and allows you to secure that door from both sides. It is easy to install, occupies a small footprint and comes with at least 2 keys.

We have a total of 100 units, 50 in brass and 50 in silver. All locks are individually keyed.

**NOTE** This product is designed for doors up to 42mm (1-11/16") thick.

First in - best dressed.

We have been inundated with inquiries lately for this excellent product and anticipate selling out quickly.

We request email contact with quantity requested and your name.

$85.00 each + shipping.

Thank You for your patience.

Colors

Silver $85.00 Brass $85.00