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Business owners rely on commercial-grade locks to secure their property, employees, and customers. These locks are more substantial than residential-grade options, partially because they are subject to more daily wear and tear. While a commercial locksmith is best equipped to explain which varieties would work best for protecting your warehouse or office space, the guide below gives an overview of some basic types you might choose to have installed.

What Kinds of Commercial-Grade Locks Should You Consider for Your Business?

1. Mortise

Mortise locks are ideal for businesses with heavy foot traffic because of their durability with constant use. A commercial locksmith must cut the mortise into the edge of the doora process that involves both drilling and hand-carving. The deadbolt then lives inside the lock's body, making the door more resistant to forced entry. These systems rely on a traditional key to open.

2. Panic or Crash Bar

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Instead of relying on a knob or lever to exit, panic bars require users to push a horizontal spring-loaded metal bar to unlock a door. This provides quick unlocking in emergencies. According to the International Building Code, certain companies must have these kinds of locks on their emergency doors. These industries include assembly lines with more than 100 people, educational environments with more than 100 people, and high-hazard work areas with five or more people. However, these systems are often used in coordination with more stringent exterior locks to prevent unauthorized entry.

3. Keyless

Keyless entry locks come in many forms. Most require an access code entered on a keypad, while others are unlocked using keycards that trigger the lock once the door card reader verifies the code embedded into the card's magnetic strip. These locks are programmable, allowing you to deny access to certain keycards at any time, such as if an individual is fired or quits. Businesses can also use them to track their staff's comings and goings.

 

The commercial locksmiths at A.B. Bonded Locksmiths in Cincinnati, OH, can help you secure your business by installing the right type of lock for your needs. These experienced professionals can identify access points across your property and install keyless entry systems, panic bars, or mortise locks where needed. Visit them online to learn more about their offerings. Call (513) 531-5552 to request an estimate today.

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