These days a wide variety of commercial properties use Magnetic Locks. It can be hard to remember that their invention was actually quite recent. They were only introduced in the US in the 1970s, and have gained significant popularity only in recent years. Owners of commercial businesses have probably seen them on hotel room doors or in office buildings before but may be hesitant to adopt the same technologies for their own properties. Below are a few benefits that might change their minds.
Ease of Installation
In the early days it was hard to find a locksmith who was trained to install this new technology. These days magnetic locks have become fairly commonplace, and they are quite easy to install. In fact, some locksmiths consider them easier to install than traditional locks since they lack interconnecting parts.
Better Security
If someone makes a copy of a traditional key when they shouldn’t, the entire system of locks must be replaced. With magnetic locks the electronic code can simply be reset to prevent unwanted access. Each person who is intended to have access to the room or building can be given a key card, which cannot be copied by just walking into a hardware store. Some more advanced systems even differentiate between key cards and log entry times.
Increased Safety
Should a fire or other emergency arise modern systems are designed for quick release. This means that no one will be trapped in any room of the building fumbling with keys in the event of an emergency. Power failures do not typically fall under this category. Magnetic locks are usually equipped with a backup power source such as a standby battery inside of the door. This prevents the possibility of tampering from outside and means that cutting the power will not unlock the doors.
The most common disadvantage cited by users is the installation cost. However, this cost is constantly decreasing as the technology becomes more advanced and more available. Commercial business owners generally find that the added security and simplicity of using magnetic locks outweighs the high investment of having them installed. Contact Able Lock Shop for more information about Magnetic Locks and their installation. You can also like them on Facebook for more information.
