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Camlock Systems Ltd has launched a new generation of locking device known as the
Series 35.

Developed over two years, the all-new mechanism features a revolutionary and unique asymmetrical warded keyway. Seven stainless steel locking elements fasten the central core to the outer body and it has a hardened steel anti-drill centre post. Further protection from drilling is provided by a second hardened roller inside the lock, which spins freely when a drill bit comes into contact with it.

The new mechanism and construction stands up to the ever-increasing threats from criminals. These range from opportunistic crimes using brute force to carefully planned attacks by organised gangs employing more insidious methods such as picking, bumping or unauthorised key duplication.

Initially, the new range comprises three body lengths of camlock in the conventional 19mm x 16mm ‘double D’ profile and a ‘Bullet’ type locking insert.

The Series 35 will afford a simple retro-fit upgrade for most popular styles of specialist locks or can be designed into new equipment where high security and peace of mind is paramount.

Over 750,000 different key combinations are available, allowing an exclusive key combination to be allocated to the user or purchaser. This combination can be registered online with Camlock Systems, to ensure that only authorised personnel can obtain extra keys.

The Series 35 can be supplied ‘keyed to differ’, where each lock in a set is operated by its own individual key, or ‘keyed alike’, which offers the convenience of any key within a set or suite operating any or all of the locks. A wide range of cams is available, allowing the lock to be used on many applications.

Patents have been applied for internationally to protect the lock’s integrity and its cutting edge design.

Further information is available from http://camlock.com/English(USA)/HTML/Cam-locks-Series-35.php

Camlock Systems has produced a 2010-2011 catalogue featuring over 300 pages of product photographs, technical drawings and other information on locking systems and fixtures for industrial enclosures. The new catalogue features 28 new product ranges.

Camlock’s offering in the area of stainless steel enclosure fittings has been expanded greatly with new swing handles, compression locks, concealed hinges, corner hinges and HVAC locks. The additions also include heavy duty paddle handles, quarter turn cam locks, locking T and L handles, miniature cam locks and many other items. Several of new gasketing types have been introduced to suit specific requirements for profile, grip range and material.

The new catalogue features the fourteen ranges of high security swing handles and multi-point locks launched recently. Suites of the high security locks are available with a key combination that is exclusive to one customer and this combination can be registered to ensure that only authorised personnel can obtain duplicate keys.

The expanded range is second to none and specified the products from Mesan, which has been serving the industrial enclosure sector for over 30 years. OEMs will find the range available from Camlock Systems represents excellent value and the company gladly supplies a quotation with no obligation.

A copy of the new catalogue is available from Camlock by sending an e-mail to usasales@camlock.com or by telephoning +1 866-699-3575 toll free, +1 847-299-8830.

Bulk vending machine operators have nothing but praise for the new high security BV90 lock from Camlock Systems, Inc. The ability to lock and unlock each vending machine lid with a very quick quarter turn of the BV90 key has been especially welcomed.

A typical reaction to this innovative locking system is that of John Honeycutt, Owner of Great Dane Cranes in Clearfield, Utah, which also operates in Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, Nevada and part of Oregon. John says: “Originally, I was sceptical about whether it would be worth upgrading the original locks so I tried just a few of Camlock’s new BV90s. I am really impressed with the product and I have now ordered more.”

A patent has just been awarded on the new BV90 range. Commenting on the news, General Manager Dale N Padjen says: "The ingenious design of our BV90 saves bulk vending operators significant time on every service call. It also provides a much higher level of security than the factory fitted locks due to the award-winning 'Octagon' mechanism, hundreds of thousands of possible key combinations, excellent resistance to picking and an anti-drill center. Octagon locks virtually eliminate the problem of thieves using unauthorized duplicate keys to open machines."

The BV90 offers key assignment, which ensures keys are only issued to the relevant customer. Operators that have this free added protection no longer need to worry that other operators may be able to access their machines. Further information can be found here.

Mesan, the manufacturer of enclosure and cabinet fixtures, has launched fourteen new ranges of high security swing handles and multi-point locks. At the heart of the products is a lock manufactured by Camlock Systems that features a patented mechanism designed to prevent unauthorized duplicate keys being cut in key cutting outlets.

Mesan believes that it is the first manufacturer to offer high security ranges of enclosure, cabinet and panel fittings. The move is in response to users becoming concerned that the relatively low security lock types sold by nearly all OEMs offer insufficient protection for many indoor and outdoor applications such as 19” rack server cabinets, telecommunications centre enclosures, high value electronics enclosures, highway control cabinets and high value tool cabinets.

The new ranges come in industry-standard body and mounting hole sizes. This makes it easy to upgrade existing applications and requires minimal changes to drawings and specifications. Low profile closures are available, together with both cylindrical and Euro profile locks. Weather resistance to IP65 standard is provided on all the ranges. There is a very wide choice of materials and finishes.

The new high security locks have excellent resistance to picking and an anti-drill centre for added security. The mechanism offers over 500,000 different key combinations, allowing unique combinations on batches of keyed alike locks. The all-brass lock construction and polished chrome finish provide superb durability.

Tony Dent, Sales Director of Camlock Systems Ltd, says: “These new products combine Mesan’s manufacturing excellence with Camlock’s security expertise and represent a breakthrough in the industry. What’s more, the much greater security comes at marginal additional cost for the OEM.”

Some of the country’s top retailers have reported zero thefts (or ‘shrinkage') of valuable coats and jackets since they started using a new anti-theft device developed by SafeGarment and fitted with high security locks manufactured by Camlock Systems, Inc. Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s and Neiman Marcus are just some of the stores already using SafeGarment products.

In North America, shrinkage totalled $42.338 billion, or 1.48% of sales, for the twelve months ending June 2008. There is a pressing need to reduce this figure, which results in all consumers paying more for their purchases.

SafeGarment does away with the need for wire loop alarm systems, batteries, electronic boxes, cabling, sensor clips or plugs. What’s more, the garment's fabric is not penetrated or marked in any way, making it ideal for very high value items. Clothing displayed on SafeGarment hangs naturally and after customer browsing the hanger swings back to an evenly spaced, neutral position, keeping both the garments and the store ambience neat and tidy.

The locks fitted to SafeGarment security hangers benefit from the protection afforded by Camlock’s award-winning ‘Octagon Camatic’ mechanism. When used in conjunction with the key assignment facility, Octagon virtually eliminates the possibility of unauthorized duplicate keys being used to open the locks. Should a key be lost, stolen or compromised, the 12 or 8 changeable combination mechanism allows full security to be restored immediately. Both the SafeGarment products and the Camlock Octagon locks are patented.

Further information on SafeGarment is available on www.safegarment.com and Camlock’s range of other security products for retailers can be seen on www.camlock.com.