by Herbert | 5. May, 2023 | Lock technology
The most important element of a swing bolt lock is the swing bolt, which, in contrast to conventional latches when the key is turned, as the name suggests. But be careful: A foreign object in the large hole in the faceplate can quickly lead to a blockage of the swing...
by Herbert | 4. May, 2023 | Lock technology
The central component of a swing bolt lock is the pivot bolt. Unlike conventional latches, which move straight forward when the key is turned, this one pivots outward – as the name suggests. However, with a swing bolt lock, it’s important to note that foreign...
by Herbert | 2. May, 2023 | Lock technology
Lock cylinders in the European Union, and therefore also in Germany, usually have protection against drilling. This protection is often achieved by hardened steel pins. Brass pin pairs are too easy to drill through, which does not provide sufficient protection....
by Herbert | 26. Apr, 2023 | Lock technology
The tumbler is an essential mechanism in a lock that securely blocks the deadbolt until the appropriate key precisely aligns the tumbler and unlocks the lock. A warned lock is a typical lock in which a tumbler can be found. Locking pins also play an important role in...
by Herbert | 25. Apr, 2023 | Lock technology
A hasp is a useful device that is attached to doors, gates, sheds, safes, boxes, or similar objects to use a padlock for locking. Although there are special sliding bolts that are equipped with a Padlock, a hasp is used in most cases. A hasp consists mainly of two...
by Herbert | 22. Apr, 2023 | Lock technology
If the door falls into the castle and the key is stuck inside, all seems lost. Normally, there’s no way to open the lock from the outside. But there are exceptions: A locking cylinder with an emergency function or an emergency cylinder makes it possible to open...
