Architectural Ironmongery

In these days of digital CCTV, PIR burglar alarms and computer controlled electronic locking systems, it is easy to overlook physical security. But the fact of the matter is, most burglaries are carried out by opportunist thieves, if they see a weakness they will exploit it. Poorly built or fitted doors and locks are an open advertisement those with nefarious purposes. Keyways supplies and installs architectural ironmongery to ensure that your property has adequate physical security. This means that any opportunist will think twice and walk away, whereas the determined thief would be hard put to break in without detection.

Lock picking is a somewhat romantic view of a burglars activities. But most intruders will want to be inside within a few seconds at most. Any longer and they risk being spotted and caught. The ACPO (Association of Chief Police Officers) suggests that under average conditions a burglar would not spend more than three minutes attempting to force entry into a property. Therefore, anything which you do to make a burglars' life easier makes your business or home more attractive and this doesn't stop at leaving windows open. It can also include being aware of both the physical resistance a door or window would give an attacker and how tough it appears.

Remember, what looks secure to you may not appear the same to a burglar who has any experience. There are security flaws with most homes in the UK would not be spotted by the layman. A lock which looks perfectly serviceable to you may be opened in a matter of seconds by the application of force in the right manner. Bumping or snapping locks are tricks of the trade which most burglars pick up sooner or later it takes a special type of lock to withstand these attacks.

The rule of deterrence applies to the physical appearance of a building as much as a visible burglar alarm or CCTV cameras. If a door looks like it could stop a tank, most burglars wouldn't even bother a closer inspection. Obviously if you are running a shop then you need to balance this with appealing to customers. Getting the most out of your physical security isn't a question of just adding one more lock and making sure the hinges are screwed in tight. Getting both the right level of physical security and the right appearance is something best discussed with an expert. As Keyways are security experts, with ample experience in the field, when you come to us you can be sure of getting professional service improving your security.

For more information on our ironmongery products, services, or just an opportunity to discuss your ironmongery requirements in more detail please contact the AI division on 0845 456 6655 or by email: ai@keyways.co.uk