Safe repair is never cheap. Depending on the type of safe, and the issues you have, it can take two or three men just to work on the safe repair. Worst case, you could have to drill the safe open and replace it altogether. So how can you keep your safe in tip-top shape? Our […]
Read moreThroughout many of our blog posts, we commonly refer to hardware grades. This is because hardware grades are among the most important things to consider when you select products. Let me explain it this way: If you were a professional photographer, would you use a disposable camera, a base model digital camera, or DSLR camera? […]
Read moreLast week, Whitney Fay shared with you her amazing seven year old self’s vision of what the security of the future would look like. And oddly enough, some of her outlandish dreams have actually come true. Today I want to dive into what security credentials actually exist in today’s market. Security credentials are used to […]
Read moreDoor maintenance is often something we put off. Case in point: This morning, as I was heading into my on-suite to get ready, the door hinges gave off a nice loud squeeeeeeak! For most people, this wouldn’t be an issue. However, when there is a baby in the room who I just got back to […]
Read moreOne of the hardest hit spots for vandalism in retail facilities in urban areas is the bathrooms. Senseless bathroom vandalism can cost businesses lots of money, but don’t worry. We have some solutions for you. Access control can be incredibly beneficial when dealing with bathroom vandalism. You have several options that allow you to restrict […]
Read moreWith so much focus on access control and security on exit doors, people often overlook the importance of cabinet and drawer locks. However, one of the most common issues retail stores have is the locks on the drawers not being able to withstand any sort of force and that can make break-ins easier. For example, […]
Read moreTypically, cabinet and drawer locks aren’t top of mind when you think about the security in your facility. Doors? Sure. Safes? Of course. But cabinet and drawer locks? Not always your first thought when someone mentions facility security. However, that doesn’t diminish their importance. Just like everything in this industry, you have several options to […]
Read moreIf you want to notice door maintenance issues wherever you go, just come and work at LockNet. You will officially become a door nerd and will never look at doors and locks the same way again. I always made fun of my parents and brother growing up, because they constantly inspected doors wherever we went. […]
Read moreOfficially, hurricane season is nearly upon us. Unofficially, the recent close call of Tropical Storm Ana is a stark reminder that it’s critical to ensure you have hurricane hardware installed on exterior doors in storm-prone areas. While hurricane hardware looks similar to standard hardware, there are a few major differences. What Makes Hurricane Hardware Windstorm-Rated? […]
Read moreDid you know that improper door plans could cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars? Yes—you read that correctly. If your door plans specify doors and hardware that violate ADA code, you could be fined $55,000-$110,000 per violation. Yikes! And that’s not the only way they can cost you. Here are the top three ways […]
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