Posted May 29th, 2011 | No Comments
The value of cost effective ‘mechanical’ key operated security is undoubted, even in the current era of electronic access control.
High tech electronic security solutions are the accepted norm for convenient, secure and auditable systems in multi-user environments both in the public and private sectors, however most systems require some level of mechanical back up or override for times when the ‘convenience’ system is inoperative.
The application of restricted keys is essential in this case as anything less leaves the facility vulnerable to a breach of security with little chance of detection as unrestricted keys are able to be copied without any form of authority or identification being required.
Restricted keys, sometimes referred to as ’security keys’ should be used in any situation where key control is required, that is where the owner or manager of a facility would like to retain control of who has keys issued to them and who is authorised to obtain copies of those keys.
This is a simple cost effective solution to an age old problem, that of unauthorised people being in possession of keys to secure premises. Restricted key cylinders are available for most applications and at a cost of little more than some unrestricted options.
The security of Schools, Churches, Youth Clubs, Sports Facilities, Business Premises and even Domestic Homes is vulnerable when keys locking those premises are able to be copied by anyone, without the need for proof or authorisation. Whenever anyone is given a key it is no longer under the control of it’s owner. If so inclined the key holder may then attempt to obtain copies and if not restricted could return the originals to the owner and they would be non the wiser that other ‘illicit’ keys were in circulation. Restricted keys would foil the attempt to copy the keys and in some cases may even lead to the attempted duplication being highlighted to the owner.
Even without criminal intent, many unrestricted keys are copied by people who simply want the convenience of holding a key themselves, without having to ask the authorised holder for it’s use. Once the additional keys are in existence however, the systematic corruption of security is underway. Should anything untoward occur on the premises secured by those keys then it becomes almost impossible to identify the perpetrator as no one is exactly sure just who, or even how many people may have had access to the keys.
Restricted keys are low cost, readily available at most Master Locksmith’s Approved security retailers and an essential consideration for anyone responsible for the security of home or business premises.
“Remember – Always use a Master Locksmiths Association ‘Approved Company’ when considering your security needs. You can be assured that our trained staff will provide a quality service with integrity to give you total peace of mind.”
Contact Authorized Access by e-mail or phone 0161 762 9936 for further information and a quotation.
Tags: Authorized Access, Business security, Crime prevention, High security locks, Home Security advice, Locks, Restricted keys, Security keys | Posted in Business Advice, Security Advice |
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Posted April 28th, 2011 | No Comments
Many Builders, Architects and Quantity Surveyors, using the services of an Architectural Ironmonger, automatically accept the locking solution offered by their supplier as the best option for their project.
In many cases Architectural Ironmongers have been supplying the same products for years; names known throughout the industry, tried, tested and well respected names but are they still the best value for money?
At Authorized Access Security Centres in Bury we offer the very best prices in Restricted Key solutions; Cylinders and Padlocks under Restricted Key Profile, Master Keyed or Keyed Alike to the configuration of your choice, with an absolute guarantee of Unique key differs, Master Keys and Key Control.
The benefits of working with Authorized Access:
- Guaranteed LOW Prices – You pay on order but secure the very best prices in the industry!
- Quick Lead Times – Premium Option for delivery within specified time scales!
- Unique Keys (NOT OFF THE SHELF SUITES) – Guaranteed key security for your client!
- Reliability and Integrity from a Master Locksmiths Company, 22 Years Established.
- We work to your specifications – Total flexibility!
- Speak to real people with a desire to satisfy your needs!
“We know the value of delivering service beyond our customers expectations, at a price acceptable to all parties. Our ethos is to provide a ‘WIN WIN’ solution for our customers and ourselves, that way everyone is delighted by the outcome and our customers come back time and time again!”
David Ramsden, Managing Director
AUTHORIZED ACCESS specialises in the supply of good quality, Restricted Key Solutions, either Keyed Alike or Under Master Key, in any quantity to suit domestic or commercial applications:
- One Key House for Builders, Door & Window Fitters, Home Owners.
- Master Suites for Architects and Quantity Surveyors designing commercial developments.
- Security/Operations Mangers in Commercial environments.
- Key control for Facilities Managers in Multi-Key Holder applications.
- Anyone to whom the control of keys is important!
Contact Authorized Access by e-mail or phone 0161 762 9936 for further information and a quotation.
“Remember – Always use a Master Locksmiths Association ‘Approved Company’ when considering your security needs. You can be assured that our trained staff will provide a quality service with integrity to give you total peace of mind.”
Tags: coded keys, cylinder locks, High security locks, high security padlocks, Keyed Alike, Locks, Master Keyed Locks, Restricted Key Cylinder locks, Restricted keys, Restricted Padlocks, Security keys, Suited Locks, suited padlocks | Posted in Security Advice |
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Posted March 4th, 2011 | No Comments
Securing your home or business against criminals is vital and need not be expensive or time consuming.
Most home owners would not consider restricted key systems when choosing locks for their home simply because they are NOT AWARE they are available, it is often considered a security solution only for businesses. Restricted keys enhance the security provided by any lock and without them, even ‘high security’ locks can be compromised by the keys being copied at random with little or no control.
At Authorized Access we will fit a security lock to your door then register its keys to YOU; this stops duplicate keys being cut without your knowledge, giving you total control of the keys to your home or business.
Restricted keys allow you to give a cleaner or other tradesman the key to your home and as long as you get it back, you know they will have been unable to obtain copies. At work, staff issued with keys to premises are unable to have extra keys cut without your express permission, again GIVING YOU TOTAL CONTROL over who has access to your premises.
Where would this be useful?
- Business premises with multiple key holders.
- Keep control and know which members of staff have keys
- At home where keys are made available to cleaners, neighbours, tradesmen etc.
- As long as you get the keys back you know nobody has been able to get copies made
- Churches, Schools, Clubs and Sports Clubs with multiple key holders.
- Nobody who is unauthorized will be able to get keys copied
- Any situation where key control is required.
- Stay in control of your security
IN BUSINESS
Looking after property, stock and the people who work within the business makes great business sense. It is vital that you make sure that the security measures taken are appropriate, realistic and cost effective. You need to keep criminals out while allowing your customers, suppliers and employees in.
Your business activity will guide your approach to security. In simple terms, high value products will attract more criminal activity and demand a higher level of security, however even those items with a perceived low cost value will be attractive to somebody. Taking a logical approach to securing your business will help ensure you don’t miss anything that might help deter crime. “In the current climate, the effect of interruption to business is greater than ever before.
By changing the locks and installing a RESTRICTED KEY SYSTEM you guarantee that you are in total control of who has keys and therefore access, to your property. Taking these simple steps now may save you from considerable heartache and upset later and costs little more than other non restricted options.
“Remember – Always use a Master Locksmiths Association ‘Approved Company’ when considering restricted keys as a means of securing your property, where you can be assured that trained staff will provide a quality service with integrity to give you total peace of mind.”
For assistance contact AUTHORIZED ACCESS or call 0161 762 9936, where our fully trained staff will guide you through the process.
Tags: Business security, High security locks, Home security, Home Security advice, Locks, Locksmiths Bury, Master Locksmiths Bury, Restricted keys, security, Security keys, security solutions | Posted in Security Advice |
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Posted May 6th, 2010 | 1 Comment
It’s decision time!
You now have the chance to decide your future, to choose which path to pursue – that of apathy or that of responsibility.
It’s time to vote. And I strongly recommend that you vote… For yourself.
Whichever politician gets in today, their focus is not yours or your families individual security but that of Britain as a collective although they’re all set on convincing you of how important they are to you and your life.
The truth is, our goal as responsible people, spouses, parents and business people is to make politicians irrelevant to the security of our lives.
I think elections are fascinating but I’m under no illusion that the ‘right’ choice will make a huge difference to my future or yours. Their decisions will certainly influence you and your family’s future but only within the context of UK PLC.
Yours and your families personal security is in your hands, take the time to have your security at home and work checked by a professional. AUTHORIZED ACCESS is a Master Locksmith’s Approved Company who offer a FREE of charge, NO OBLIGATION security survey to ensure that your security complies with the Minimum Security Requirement on your insurance policy.
We have the knowledge and are able to help, but only if you invite us to and sometimes that’s the hardest step. Give yourself peace of mind and contact AUTHORIZED ACCESS today to arrange your FREE of charge SECURITY AUDIT.
Security is a selfish thing, it doesn’t stop crime but it moves the criminal down the street to the next weakest link. Give yourself peace of mind, don’t be the weakest link.
“Remember – Always use a Master Locksmiths Association ‘Approved Company’ when securing your property, where you can be assured that trained staff will provide a quality service with integrity to give you total peace of mind.”
For assistance contact AUTHORIZED ACCESS or call 0161 762 9936, where our fully trained staff will guide you through the process.
Tags: Home security, Locks, Locksmiths, Master Locksmith's Association approved Company, Minimum Insurance Requirement, Security Audit, Security Survey | Posted in Authorized Access News!, Security Advice |
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Posted March 22nd, 2010 | No Comments
21st Birthday Party
Authorized Access cordially invites you to attend their 21st Birthday celebrations
Thursday 1st April 2010
Between 12pm and 2pm
RSVP
0161 762 9936
info@authorized-access.co.uk
50b Bolton St Bury BL9 0LL
As a thank you to our customers Authorized Access will be holding
21days of Celebrations starting on 1st April at our birthday Party.
At our party we will be giving away 21 safes
(£1000 cash rating worth over £65 each supported by Burton Safes)
through a variety of traditional party games.
Come along and have a go.
For the next 20 days, every Customer will be given the opportunity to take part in our ‘Lucky Dip’ and the chance to win anything from key cutting vouchers to a free safe.
A prize every time!
We will be ‘shaking the tin’ for Bury Hospice on the day, our nominated charity for this year
We will be welcoming the Deputy Mayor who opened our new premises in 2008 and Rossendale Radio a great new community radio station.
Come along to support us and join in the fun, what better way to start the Bank Holiday Weekend
For advice on the best solution for your business security,
contact Authorized Access
phone 0161 762 9936 or call into our showroom at
50b Bolton Street, Bury,BL9 0LL
and our helpful staff will advise and assist you
Tags: Business Success, Businesses in Bury, Key Cutting, Keys, Locks, Locksmith Bury, Locksmiths Bury, Master Locksmiths, Safes, Security Centre | Posted in Authorized Access News! |
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The value of cost effective ‘mechanical’ key operated security is undoubted, even in the current era of electronic access control.
