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The Surprising Connection Between Keys and Your Collarbone

Did you know your collarbone is named after a key? Discover the fascinating history and anatomy behind why the clavicle is called the “little key.”

Sargent

New Jersey City University enhances student safety and campus life with on-demand access control

When responsible for the well-being of thousands of students, safety, convenience, and peace of mind (without making campuses overly restrictive) become top priorities.

Corbin

New Jersey City University enhances student safety and campus life with on-demand access control

NJCU needed versatile, reliable security solutions that didn’t cut corners on convenience and supported modern student life. Corbin Russwin delivered.

ACCENTRA

Centralize Access Control for Multi-Family Buildings

With the sheer number of integrations that need to be managed, a multi-tenant property can be challenging to secure. Learn how an integrated solution provides full visibility.

Arrow

The Arrow Advantage for Wholesalers

Inventory depth that delivers a positive customer experience isn’t just “nice-to-have.” Learn how Arrow offerings strengthen your inventory.

Norton-Rixson

Wiring Made Simple

Learn how minimized wires streamlines your installs and adds greater accessibility to ADA-compliant bathroom doors.

Medeco

Medeco retrofit solutions for SARGENT 10X

This Technical Bulletin contains Medeco product recommendations for those who have SARGENT 10X, SARGENT 30-10X (30 prefix), SARGENT 10X ECOFLEX, and/or Corbin Russwin CLX3300 handle sets and are in need of a locking cylinder.

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Important UL Listings for Locksmiths and the Security Industry

These listings help locksmiths ensure that the products they recommend are not only durable and tamper-resistant, but also compliant with building codes, insurance requirements, and customer expectations

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When a Better Lock Would’ve Helped: Famous Prison Escapes Involving Lock Picking

In some of history’s most shocking escapes, the only tool needed was a small piece of metal—and some patience. Lock picking, though often overlooked, has played a key role in several prison escapes.

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ASSA Locks for New and Renovated Detention Facilities

When it comes to correctional facility construction—whether breaking ground on a new build or upgrading existing infrastructure—security and efficiency are non-negotiable.

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The Power of a Master Key System

A master key system is a sophisticated locking system where a single key, the "master key," can open all or a designated set of locks, while individual keys can only open their specific locks.

Sargent

7 Things to Know About the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA)

Looking to understand the ins and outs of the Build America, Buy America Act? Our experts at SARGENT and Corbin Russwin share answers to the most common questions we hear from customers.

Sargent

Where Does EAC Belong in Higher Education? A Guide for Colleges and Universities

As campuses grow increasingly connected, colleges and universities are rethinking how to manage access without compromising convenience. EAC door hardware can help.

Corbin

Where Does EAC Belong in Higher Education?

As campuses grow increasingly connected, colleges and universities are rethinking how to manage access without compromising convenience. EAC door hardware can help.

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Taking a look at Medeco Series Numbers

At the beginning of Medeco part numbers, the first two digits represents what we call the series number. For example, all our rim and mortise cylinders start with the number “10.”

Sargent

Built to Adapt: A Multifunction Lock That Performs.

Simplify door hardware with the SARGENT 8200 Series mortise lock—one lockbody, multiple functions, and proven durability for any facility type.

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The Mortise Lock That Adapts: ML2000 Series Multifunction Capability

Discover how the Corbin Russwin ML2000 Series mortise lock simplifies facility management with modular, reconfigurable functionality. Adapt to changing security and room needs without costly replacements.

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Key Storage for ASSA, Inc.

ASSA’s Intelligent Key Cabinet (IKC) is a robust steel cabinet that provides beginning-to-end accountability.

Medeco

Deploying a New Key System: Proper Protocols

Deploying a new key system can be a daunting and nerve-wracking task. Many months of preparation, lots of money invested, people and material assets to keep safe, lots of input from lots of people. Without proper preparation and consideration, things can go sideways very quickly. To help you avoid errors

Corbin

7 Everyday Places That Benefit from Cylindrical Locks with Visual Status Indicators

Discover how cylindrical locks with status indicators improve safety, privacy, and efficiency across seven everyday commercial and institutional spaces.

Sargent

7 Everyday Spaces That Benefit from Bored Locks with Visual Status Indicators

Facilities are shifting to door hardware with built-in visual indicators to improve privacy and reduce disruptions. Is your building keeping up?

Securitech

Byline Spotlight: Alleviating Stress, Building Confidence, and Creating Safer Schools Through Empowerment

Empowering students to lock down their classroom door at any time is the key to safer schools and better learning environments. Read more from Mark Berger and Guy Grace.

ASSA Lock

"Pretty Please" Doesn't Cut It - The Myth of "Do Not Duplicate"

Do the words “Do Not Duplicate” give you a warm and fuzzy feeling about the integrity of your key system? We hope not. Because those words are completely meaningless.

Corbin

Top 3 Reasons to Avoid Barricade Devices on Classroom Doors

Unfortunately, barricade devices are being marketed to K-12 schools as an easy aftermarket solution to provide classroom security, even though most security experts advise against these devices for three key reasons.

Sargent

Are Barricade Devices Appropriate for K-12 Classroom Doors?

As threats against classrooms grow seemingly every year, it’s natural to want the easiest and quickest solutions available to secure classroom doors and protect students and staff. Are barricade devices one of those solutions? The short answer is no.