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Commercial Grade Lock

Commercial Grade Lock

Understanding commercial grade locks and how to choose the best ones for your business

Whether you own a small shop or a large office, preventing burglaries is a key factor in protecting inventory and ensuring the safety of your assets. If you are concerned about the security of your business property, then you might consider upgrading your locks.

Commercial grade locks provide extra protection for your business while also giving you peace of mind. The team here at Ambassador Locksmiths have written this article in the hope that you can better understand the basics of commercial grade locks and figure out which type of lock your business needs

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What is a commercial grade lock?

A commercial grade lock is a lock with a stronger rating, as determined by the Council of Standards Australia (the official association in charge of determining the safety standards of locksets and hardware for doors and windows).

Locks that are classified as commercial grade are designed to provide a higher level of protection against forced entry methods used by burglars and have extra security features that protect against picking and drilling to ensure that they hold out even during the most sophisticated break-in attempts.

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Why use commercial grade locks at your business property?

Commercial grade locks are invaluable for businesses because they are a cost-efficient security measure and offer many advantages over other types of locks. Let’s take a look at five benefits that the most secure commercial grade locks can bring to your business.

Increased safety

When it comes to commercial grade locks, everything from the interior mechanisms to the lock’s materials has to pass strict regulations. Commercial grade locks are extremely difficult for burglars to pick or break so you can secure your business place from getting robbed.

Long-lasting

Business owners should see commercial grade locks as a long-term investment. All too often people get used to changing out their locks every year or two, due to wear and tear or safety concerns. Commercial grade locks are made from high-quality materials and continue to work well and look good for many years after installation.

Restricted keyway systems

At Ambassador Locksmiths, we speak with many business owners who are concerned about the safety of their premises after keys have gone missing or have been copied without their knowledge. Commercial grade locks come with the added feature of a restricted keyway system to prevent unauthorised duplication.

Money-saving

Not only do commercial grade safety locks prevent burglars from entering your property, they are also known to deter attempts of theft. This means you won’t need to pay unnecessary money to replace damaged locks to ensure the safety of your property after an attempted break-in.

Peace of mind

There is no better feeling than locking up your business premises knowing that everything will be right where you left it the next morning. You’re sure to relax more during your off time knowing that your business is secured by a reliable commercial grade lock.

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Which commercial grade lock is best for your business?

The type of commercial grade lock that you need depends on the level of crime your business is at risk from. This can depend on many factors including the business’ location, size, industry and accessibility to name but a few.

There is no doubt that businesses face security threats in every industry. A report published by the Australian Institute of Criminology found that:

  • 51.5% of small businesses in Australia have experienced crime.
  • Burglary, theft and vandalism were among the most common types of crime.
  • 27% of all retailers reported at least one burglary in the preceding 12-month period.
  • Crime costs small Australian businesses $170m per annum.

The above statistics show the prevalence of crime against businesses in Australia and highlight the importance of having a secured premise to minimise the risk of burglary, theft and vandalism.

Types of commercial grade locks

If you’re considering installing new locks on your property, you’ll need to understand which locks are designed to provide the kind of security you need. This way, you can choose the best features offered from some of the most popular commercial lock brands on the market.

Six of the most common types of commercial grade locks include the following:

  • Keyless entry
  • Restricted key systems
  • Commercial strike
  • Magnetic locks
  • Master key system
  • Door closers.
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Rely on professional locksmiths for commercial grade locks

When selecting a commercial grade lock, it’s always useful to consult with an expert who can advise on the best, most effective ways to keep you and your property safe. A professional locksmith from Ambassador Locksmiths can create a security solution that identifies and solves all of your property’s safety issues.

An experienced locksmith, such as the ones at Ambassador Locksmiths, can show you a range of commercial grade locks that would be suitable for your business premises.  By working with a professional locksmith, you can ensure that the commercial grade locks that you receive are:

  • Made from high-quality materials.
  • Properly fitted.
  • Meet your insurance requirements.
  • Suit your security needs.

Contact Ambassador for Commercial Grade Locks in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Surrounding Areas

At Ambassador Locksmiths, we are one of Newcastle and Lake Macquarie’s leading suppliers of high-quality commercial locks for both business owners and individual customers. We want to offer you the best products for your security needs, rather than just selling products off the shelf.

Since establishing in 2000, we have been supplying a carefully selected range of commercial grade locks to customers throughout Newcastle and Lake Macquarie, with everything from dead locks, bolts and latches to window locks and security door locks.

Our loyal customers include business owners and security managers who are concerned about ensuring the safety of their sites. Regardless of what you need to secure, our commercial locksmiths in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the surrounding areas are here to solve your security needs.

To find out more about our commercial grade locks and other services, contact us today on 0407 452424 or 02 4942 2202. Alternatively, send us an email at info@ambassadorlocksmiths.com.au.