By William Deutsch A deadbolt is a physical security standard for protecting exterior doors. When selecting a deadbolt to protect your business, there are several factors that you should consider. ANSI Grade 1 ANSI stands for American National Standards...
By Rita Totten So you’ve locked yourself out of your house. Now what? Ideally, you’ll already have given a spare house key to a trusted neighbor or friend for just such an occurrence. But if not, here are a...
By Erica Mace In 2016, there were nearly eight million property crimes in the US, resulting in $15.6 billion worth of losses. If you’ve ever wondered how burglars decide which homes to target, read on. We dive into this...
By Terry E. Walton Specifying doors and door hardware has always been a complex task, given the large number of doors in many facilities, the evolution of product offerings, and changes in codes and access guidelines. But the task...
By Insurance Information Institute Burglars won’t find your home an easy target if it’s well lit and features security measures that slow them down. Don’t let your home be an easy mark for theft and vandalism. Protect yourself and...
By William Deutsch Have you considered the importance of safeguarding the records, legal documents, marketing data, cash, and individuals that exist within the confines of your business? Are you making diligent efforts to ensure their protection? Here are 10...
Not every incident of unauthorized access is a criminal break-in – some of the most common types spring from common courtesy, like holding the door for a colleague. Some of the most common modes of unauthorized access include: •...
By Staff This new year, put your home’s security first. You might have a long and ambitious list of resolutions you want to complete this year, but be sure to keep lock maintenance and upkeep at the very top....
By nearsay.com HOW OFTEN SHOULD COMMERCIAL LOCKS BE UPDATED? Part of running a successful business is being diligent about security. This means installing the correct surveillance and alarm systems and staying on top of who has access to specific...