Replacing a standard cylindrical door lock with a mortise lock can seem like a simple decision. For some people, a mortise lock just looks better; others may like the fact that, with a mortise lock, they can use one turn of one key to get the security of both a latch and a bolt. But unless you turn to an expert locksmith to get the job done, that "simple" decision can quickly get complicated and expensive.
If you're a homeowner, you don't want to have to pay to meet all the restrictions and local ordinances that a business owner has to deal with. And likewise, the last thing an entrepreneur wants to find out is that a brand-new mortise lock has to be pulled out and replaced because the first one wasn't up to code.
Switching from a cylindrical to a mortise door lock also requires a locksmith who knows a thing or two about carpentry or metal-working. Multiple cuts to door hardware are needed when changing locks like this, and customers rightly expect the results to show a professional, high-quality appearance.
And when you choose Bill's Mobile Lock, that's exactly what you get. Call us today 734-421-1230 or visit us at www.billsmobilelock.net to find out how we can help with all your security needs.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
A Healthy Approach to Hospital Security
Many people know that hospitals take special care to keep patient records confidential and safe, but that's really just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the security of healthcare facilities. The buildings themselves can require a wide range of different types of hardware in different departments to keep everyone and everything adequately protected. Further, national and local rules and regulations also must be taken into account.
The expert team at Bill's Mobile Lock knows what it takes to provide up-to-date hospital security and can work with clients to make it happen. As just one example, hospitals often use drugs that need to be both refrigerated and secure. Our team can achieve this with hardware like the CompX eLock, which provides audit trails, a temperature monitor/alarm and keypad/prox/magstripe access.
To help with your hospital security headaches, take two aspirin and call us in the morning at 734-421-1230—or visit us online at www.billsmobilelock.net.www.billsmobilelock.net.
The expert team at Bill's Mobile Lock knows what it takes to provide up-to-date hospital security and can work with clients to make it happen. As just one example, hospitals often use drugs that need to be both refrigerated and secure. Our team can achieve this with hardware like the CompX eLock, which provides audit trails, a temperature monitor/alarm and keypad/prox/magstripe access.
To help with your hospital security headaches, take two aspirin and call us in the morning at 734-421-1230—or visit us online at www.billsmobilelock.net.www.billsmobilelock.net.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Want Wireless? Try Trilogy.
For high-performance, low-cost door security, Bill's Mobile Lock is proud to recommend two new Trilogy Networx systems (DL6100 and PL6100) from the electronic-access experts at Alarm Lock.
Trilogy brings all the benefits of wireless-lock technology to the company's proven line of door-security products. That means you get lower installation costs and easy retrofits along with Grade 1 BHMA certification, the ability to support up to 5,000 users and the power to handle a 35,000-event audit trail. In addition, The systems are easy to run on a PC, thanks to Alarm Lock's DL Windows software.
Each Trilogy lock takes about an hour to install and runs on four "C" batteries, which the company claims is enough for five years of functionality.
Focusing on "stile" as well as substance, Alarm Lock has also introduced a new line of simple-to-use Narrow Stile Exit Trim pushbutton locks. Designed to resist vandalism while being compatible with many major brands of panic-exit devices, the Narrow Stile locks can support up to 2,000 users and a 40,000-event audit trail.
For more information on Alarm Lock products like the Trilogy Networx, or assistance with any of your residential or business security needs, contact us at 734-421-1230 or visit www.billsmobilelock.net.
Trilogy brings all the benefits of wireless-lock technology to the company's proven line of door-security products. That means you get lower installation costs and easy retrofits along with Grade 1 BHMA certification, the ability to support up to 5,000 users and the power to handle a 35,000-event audit trail. In addition, The systems are easy to run on a PC, thanks to Alarm Lock's DL Windows software.
Each Trilogy lock takes about an hour to install and runs on four "C" batteries, which the company claims is enough for five years of functionality.
Focusing on "stile" as well as substance, Alarm Lock has also introduced a new line of simple-to-use Narrow Stile Exit Trim pushbutton locks. Designed to resist vandalism while being compatible with many major brands of panic-exit devices, the Narrow Stile locks can support up to 2,000 users and a 40,000-event audit trail.
For more information on Alarm Lock products like the Trilogy Networx, or assistance with any of your residential or business security needs, contact us at 734-421-1230 or visit www.billsmobilelock.net.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Exit Security in a Snapshot
For many business owners, there's a certain time of day when even the strongest exit locks just can't provide all the security you need. That's during working hours, when you need to open your front doors to the customers that keep you in business in the first place.
The solution: Camden Door Controls' new CV-EX36 doorframe camera. This high-resolution CCTV camera is designed to snap images of people right as they leave your store or business.
The actual CV-EX36 camera is hidden within the kind of "height strip" often found at store exits, so it's very unobtrusive. Yet it's also highly effective, even in low-light situations. The system is flexible as well, so it can be used with either a stand-alone monitor/DVR combination or as part of a more comprehensive CCTV system.
Either way, the CV-EX36 doorframe camera a great addition to any business' security strategy and can be expertly installed by the team at Bill's Mobile Lock. Just call us at 734-421-1230 or visit www.billsmobilelock.net for more information.
The solution: Camden Door Controls' new CV-EX36 doorframe camera. This high-resolution CCTV camera is designed to snap images of people right as they leave your store or business.
The actual CV-EX36 camera is hidden within the kind of "height strip" often found at store exits, so it's very unobtrusive. Yet it's also highly effective, even in low-light situations. The system is flexible as well, so it can be used with either a stand-alone monitor/DVR combination or as part of a more comprehensive CCTV system.
Either way, the CV-EX36 doorframe camera a great addition to any business' security strategy and can be expertly installed by the team at Bill's Mobile Lock. Just call us at 734-421-1230 or visit www.billsmobilelock.net for more information.
Monday, July 20, 2009
Exit alarms standards raised
Exit security, including exit locks, exit alarms and alarms for exit devices, is an important part of many business owners' toolkit. The proper hardware can protect both valuable property and, when used with fire doors, people's lives. That makes it crucial that your exit hardware is up to industry standards, which have recently changed for the first time since 2002.
In fact, the Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association, the organization accredited by ANSI to oversee product standards for architectural hardware, made a number of enhancements to exit security standards, including adding new tests for preload, key cylinder operation and outside pull.
That means that as good as your current exit safety was when you bought it, it still might not be up to today's more rigorous benchmarks. And that means it might be time to call Bill's Mobile Lock for a consultation. Our security professionals can help you determine if you need an upgrade and, if so, what security products best meets both your needs and your budget. Bill's Mobile Lock is also your source for new construction security needs, with the ability to sell, install and service the latest in exit security hardware.
For more information, contact us today at 734-421-1230 or visit online at www.billsmobilelock.net
In fact, the Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association, the organization accredited by ANSI to oversee product standards for architectural hardware, made a number of enhancements to exit security standards, including adding new tests for preload, key cylinder operation and outside pull.
That means that as good as your current exit safety was when you bought it, it still might not be up to today's more rigorous benchmarks. And that means it might be time to call Bill's Mobile Lock for a consultation. Our security professionals can help you determine if you need an upgrade and, if so, what security products best meets both your needs and your budget. Bill's Mobile Lock is also your source for new construction security needs, with the ability to sell, install and service the latest in exit security hardware.
For more information, contact us today at 734-421-1230 or visit online at www.billsmobilelock.net
Monday, July 6, 2009
Bill's best bets for safes
While our last entry dealt with some of the things you should look for when shopping for safes, this one will provide some tips on what safes to look for.
If you need an all-in-one unit that offers protection against both theft and fire, Bill's Mobile Lock can recommend AMSEC's line of CSC Composite Safes. These will protect your valuables against heat of up to 1700 degrees F for two hours.
For more unique needs, Fort Knox Security Products offers a selection of gun safes and heirloom safes to go with their "standard" home safes. These products are designed specifically for custom uses and include attractive finishes to go with their effective protection and fireproofing features.
The Gary line from FireKing also includes specific-use safes, but these are oriented more towards the office. Front-deposit safes, executive safes, laptop safes and more are available, and all deliver high levels of security in a small package.
And if you're ready to step up to more serious levels of security with safes that have passed stringent Underwriters Laboraties' TL testing, Bill's Mobile Lock can help with this, too. Just call us at 734-421-1230 or visit us at:
www.billsmobilelock.net
If you need an all-in-one unit that offers protection against both theft and fire, Bill's Mobile Lock can recommend AMSEC's line of CSC Composite Safes. These will protect your valuables against heat of up to 1700 degrees F for two hours.
For more unique needs, Fort Knox Security Products offers a selection of gun safes and heirloom safes to go with their "standard" home safes. These products are designed specifically for custom uses and include attractive finishes to go with their effective protection and fireproofing features.
The Gary line from FireKing also includes specific-use safes, but these are oriented more towards the office. Front-deposit safes, executive safes, laptop safes and more are available, and all deliver high levels of security in a small package.
And if you're ready to step up to more serious levels of security with safes that have passed stringent Underwriters Laboraties' TL testing, Bill's Mobile Lock can help with this, too. Just call us at 734-421-1230 or visit us at:
www.billsmobilelock.net
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Safe Shopping Tips
When it comes to buying safes, customers need to beware of products that don't live up to their name—differently rated safes mean different levels of safety for your valuables.
First, a safe designed to offer protection against burglary won't necessarily protect your valuables from fire, and vice versa. To maximize your security, consider getting a safe rated to withstand both.
And speaking of ratings, both insurance companies and Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) offer them, and you should be aware of the differences. Most "big box" stores offer only B- and C-rated safes, which require UL-rated lock hardware, but don't have to undergo any physical testing.
To see how a safe stands up to this kind of testing, look for a UL listing label: A safe labeled a Residential Security Container has resisted entry for five minutes in a UL test using specific tools and methods; a TL-15 safe can resist entry for 15 minutes; a TL-30 for 30 minutes, etc.
Fire protection information should also be on the safe's label, providing information about how long it was tested, at what temperature it was tested and the highest internal temperature measured during the test. Be especially careful about storing items like computer discs and similar media, which may need special humidity protection, too.
If this sounds a little confusing, there's an easy way to make sure you get the right safe for your needs: Call Bill's Mobile Lock (734-421-1230) and talk to one of our friendly, trustworthy professionals. We'll provide the right combination of customer service and locksmith expertise!
www.billsmobilelock.net
First, a safe designed to offer protection against burglary won't necessarily protect your valuables from fire, and vice versa. To maximize your security, consider getting a safe rated to withstand both.
And speaking of ratings, both insurance companies and Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) offer them, and you should be aware of the differences. Most "big box" stores offer only B- and C-rated safes, which require UL-rated lock hardware, but don't have to undergo any physical testing.
To see how a safe stands up to this kind of testing, look for a UL listing label: A safe labeled a Residential Security Container has resisted entry for five minutes in a UL test using specific tools and methods; a TL-15 safe can resist entry for 15 minutes; a TL-30 for 30 minutes, etc.
Fire protection information should also be on the safe's label, providing information about how long it was tested, at what temperature it was tested and the highest internal temperature measured during the test. Be especially careful about storing items like computer discs and similar media, which may need special humidity protection, too.
If this sounds a little confusing, there's an easy way to make sure you get the right safe for your needs: Call Bill's Mobile Lock (734-421-1230) and talk to one of our friendly, trustworthy professionals. We'll provide the right combination of customer service and locksmith expertise!
www.billsmobilelock.net
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