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Touch-free door opener & Automatic Door

All of us probably see and use automatic doors every day. You just come close to the door and it opens. However, have you ever wondered how it works? This door has many sensors and mechanisms, but the main system that operates it is an automatic door opener. This type of door is used in most public spaces, like shopping malls, airports, stores, hospitals, etc. They are easily accessible, so it makes it super convenient to enter the building even if your hands are full. Automatic doors provide hygiene control as you don’t have to touch door handles that have millions of germs and bacteria. Another great tool that provides that is a touch-free door opener. These devices became extremely popular after the COVID-19 outbreak. Sure Lock & Key is ready to tell you everything about the working principles of both systems and assist you in deciding if they’re suitable for you. Let’s dive in!

Security measures that every landlord should provide for their tenants

Everyone wants to feel safe and secure in their home, no matter if it’s rented or their own. However, if you rent a house, its security is the landlord's responsibility. If you’re a landlord, you need to ensure your tenants are protected when they’re on your property. First, people are more likely to choose an apartment or house with decent security. Also, if you secure your property in advance, there’ll be no need to deal with the consequences of a break-in. Sure Lock & Key knows everything about home security and we would like to share our knowledge with you. So, if you want to learn more about various security measures, keep reading.

Security Differences Between Pin pad and Key Fob Entry

We agree that protecting our property from any external threats is extremely important. There are many tools and devices you can use for that purpose. However, the first and most important thing to consider is the type of lock you choose for your doors. Front and back doors are the main entry points for criminals. Today, more and more people choose keyless locks over classical mechanical key locks. There are different types of keyless entry systems – key fobs, pin pads, key cards, biometrics, etc. All of them provide your building with a high level of security. They allow you to limit access to your property and avoid unwanted visitors. Another advantage of these locks is that they can’t be picked. So, the main question is, which keyless system is the most secure? Sure Lock & Key has years of experience in the security industry and we’ll tell you everything we know about keyless security systems.

Top 5 Wi-Fi Doorbell Cameras

If you want to ensure the security of your home at the highest level, we recommend you consider buying a doorbell camera. In this way, you can solve the problem of thieves and unwanted guests because, with the help of this device, you will be able to see them at the entrance to your house. Also, you can freely communicate with visitors without opening the door, which also plays an important role in ensuring security. Thus, modern doorbell cameras are equipped with a wide range of functionality, allowing you to monitor your home from your own phone and communicate with guests remotely. Doorbell cameras are also a great solution for those individuals who have some mobility issues. So, with the phone connected to your doorbell camera, you can communicate with visitors and ask them to wait until you open the door. So, as you can see, this device has many advantages and can not only protect you and your home but also simplify some tasks. However, there are some aspects that we advise you to pay attention to when buying a doorbell camera: Source of power. The main advantage of a wireless doorbell camera is that you do not need to worry about installing a wire and finding a power source where you can connect your device. However, it is worth remembering that battery-powered doorbell cameras require systematic recharging of the power supply unit. Saving information. Most doorbell cameras are equipped with a memory card for data storage. Although this method is convenient and does not require additional costs, it is not always safe. Therefore, we recommend you use cloud storage to ensure all the necessary information is saved. Video resolution. When choosing a doorbell camera, we recommend that you also pay attention to the device's video resolution. We recommend choosing a camera with a resolution of 1080p or higher. This function will allow you to get a high-quality video. The ability to distinguish between objects. This function may not seem very necessary. However, this will allow you to receive only important security notifications. Some cameras can distinguish between people, animals, cars and other objects, which allows the camera to send you specific notifications about a certain situation.

The best wall safes of 2022

Unfortunately, more than 2,5 million burglaries occur annually in the United States. There are various security measures you may take to avoid becoming part of constantly growing burglary statistics. However, none of them give you a 100% percent guarantee that it’ll stop the intruder. So, it’s essential not only to protect your house from the outside but to secure the valuable items that are inside. To do that, you need to purchase a safe. Consider installing a concealed in-wall safe that’ll enhance your security even more. These safes are hidden, so most criminals won’t even notice them. They’re much harder to break than regular safes as well. Sure Lock & Key has been working with various types of safes for years. Today, we’re going to discuss some of the best wall safes. Maybe, our little guide will help you decide which safe is suitable for your needs.

How to keep your luggage safe while traveling

When you’re about to leave for a vacation, you probably have a lot on your mind. You need to take care of all the bookings and tickets. However, no matter how busy you are, don’t neglect the security of your luggage. Let’s be honest, if some of your belongings get stolen, it can completely ruin your vacation. However, there are a few measures you may take to avoid this awful experience. Sure Lock & Key knows everything about securing your luggage and we want to share our knowledge with you. Look through our little guide and maybe you’ll find some of the tips helpful.

How To Unlock Antique Safe

A vintage safe may be a great addition to your home interior and keep your valuables safe simultaneously. So even old safes can boast a reliable level of protection due to the strong and high-quality materials they are made of. However, sometimes antique safes can cause some inconveniences, such as locking mechanism problems. After all, given the age of the safe, some locks may fail and not work. Or imagine the situation when you moved into a new house and found out there is an antique safe, but there is no key, then what to do in this case and how to not damage the safe and the locking mechanism? Except for calling for safe services, you may try to resolve the issue yourself. In this article, we have considered the most efficient ways to unlock the antique safe.

3 ways a latch guard can help your security efforts

As we all know, house break-ins are extremely common today and it’s essential to take all the necessary measures to avoid them. A decent lock plus a home security system with cameras and alarms undeniably provide your house with a high level of security. However, they don’t guarantee that an intruder won’t try some old methods like lockpicking or a credit card trick to get inside. So, you might consider getting some other simple devices that’ll make the process harder for the criminal. For example, a door latch guard is a simple yet pretty effective feature that can prevent the intruder from breaking your lock. Sure Lock & Key knows everything about this little device and we would like to share our knowledge with you, so keep reading.

What is a fire-rated door

More than 330,000 house fires occur in the United States annually. Not to mention the ones that occur in business facilities. A fire is a kind of emergency that might be impossible to predict or prevent, so it’s extremely important to take some fire security measures in advance. You may install heat sensors and smoke detectors that’ll help you detect the fire break out. Usually, these sensors are connected to your home security system that’ll send you a notification in case of an emergency. Another great measure to decrease the damage caused by a fire is a fire-resistant door. These doors are composed of certain materials that can help to slow down the spread of fire and smoke. Sure Lock & Key would like to tell you more about this type of door and the benefits it offers, so keep reading.