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Locks and Security News: your weekly locks and security industry newsletter
26th February 2025 Issue no. 742

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Evolution in Mechanical Digital Access Control adds management versatility for additional control

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Codelocks is taking mechanical digital access control to the next level with the release of its new CL500KEY Mechanical Lock. The powerful addition to the CL500 Mechanical Lock Range incorporates a tougher and ergonomically superior handle assembly, featuring greater durability for heavy-duty use in high-traffic areas, as well as a practical key override.
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New 4G Communicator for robust next generation connectivity

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HKC, a leading manufacturer of intruder alarm solutions across the UK and Ireland, has launched its new 4G-WiFi Dual Path Communicator, providing HKC’s alarm panels with an ultrafast connection to the SecureComm Cloud. 
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Squire inigma smart access control system awarded highest BSI Kitemark certification for Secure Digital Applications

* Squire-Inigma.jpgSquire locks has accomplished a world first in achieving level 3 for Secure Digital Applications (SDA), the highest possible grade, which no other system or product has ever achieved. 
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Hanwha Vision brings object and attribute colour detection to Q series AI

* Hanwha-Q-series-AI.jpgHanwha Vision, a global leader in video surveillance and security solutions, has launched the Q series AI 5MP fixed cameras that utilise AI for object and attribute colour detection, enhancing forensic search and event responses. 
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Enforcer Post-Mount Bluetooth Proximity Reader

* Seco-larm-Enforcer.jpgSECO-LARM, a leading innovator in security solutions, is proud to unveil the Enforcer Post-Mount Bluetooth Proximity Reader, designed to streamline and enhance access control for gates, vehicle barriers, and other secure entry points.
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Securing rail infrastructure: The role of advanced door systems in enhancing safety and efficiency

* Abloy-Powershield-door.jpgBrian Sofley, Managing Director of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland, discusses the importance of securing rail environments with the correct door systems in order to ensure smooth operations and protect passengers and staff: 
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Final call for Lockexpo 2025 this weekend

LockExpo-logo2025.jpegThe UK's premier locksmith trade show opens its doors this Saturday at the Nottingham Belfry Hotel, with a packed schedule of exhibitions, demonstrations, and professional training sessions across the whole weekend.

A handful of places remain available on selected expert-led training courses, offering an opportunity to learn from some of the industry's most respected figures. The hotel is very close to being fully booked at the time of writing, though there are several other hotels nearby if you’ve left it to the last minute! 
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Mila - 25 years of Secured by Design

* Mila_SecuredbyDesign_award.jpegMila has been honoured for its 25 years as a member of Secured by Design (SBD), reinforcing its long-standing commitment to high-security fenestration hardware.

To commemorate this significant milestone, Secured by Design presented Strafford Cooke, Technical Director at Mila,with an engraved glass award in front of fellow colleagues during a ceremony at the Daventry site.
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Security Skills Board reveals suite of initiatives to upskill the industry

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The Security Skills Board, a committee of senior security industry leaders, brought together over 60 industry professionals at The Shard to present the next steps in their mission to support skills development and ambitions for security to be a profession of choice.
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Expert training returns to Lockexpo 2025

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Lockexpo has assembled an impressive lineup of industry heavyweights to deliver professional training sessions at this year's show, marking an exciting return of hands-on training to the UK's premier locksmith trade show.
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Hickleys Free Roadshow will show you the ‘Keys to Success’

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Have you ever considered adding automotive key programming to your existing locksmith business? This could be a great way to add new revenue & profits streams. But the field of key programming can appear very complex from the outside and many people are apprehensive to dip their toes into this area of locksmithing.
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Greater installation standards with new instructional videos

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Allegion UK, a pioneer in fire safety hardware and manufacturer of ‘Briton’ door controls, has expanded its library of customer support materials with new installation videos for its highly popular 2003 and 2003V surface mounted door closers.
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Videx Security appoints Strategic Sales Manager for the UK and Ireland

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Leading UK door entry and access control manufacturer Videx Security has announced the appointment of Billy Paton as Strategic Sales Manager for the UK and Ireland.
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