Please see the links below to PDF documents containing valuable information for improving security:

Latch Locks

• A look at morticed cylinder latch locks for automated locking

Magnetic Locks

• An overview of the Pros and Cons of magnetic locks

Locking Sliding Doors

• An article about locking sliding doors with hook-locks.

Master-Keying

• Have one key for all doors.

Cylinder locks: The Preferred Choice

• An interesting look at Cylinder Locks. Is the lock on your external door safe?

Using Deadlocks for Additional Security

• Why use a deadbolt ? A summary of the deadbolt's strengths, features and available options.

Panic Bars with Vertical Rods

• Did you know that designated fire escapes in buildings in South Africa which have a ‘designed
  occupancy of 25 or more persons’ are required by law to have outward-opening doors as fire
  escapes or emergency exits, through which occupants can escape to safety in an
  emergency?
  This documents shows some of the fundamental solutions for use on fire escape doors. For more options see our Alarmed Panic and Exit Hardware section.

Prevention of Shrinkage from Stores & Warehouses

• Various options for Safety and Security Managers to consider for combatting shrinkage.

Prevent Unauthorised Access to your Premises

• Who has keys to your Premises ? This document looks at the many security benefits of fitting TSP #736 LOCK CYLINDERS with the best-protected restricted key in South Africa.

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