Controlled Key Systems, Inc.

Today we celebrate 34 years of securing So Cal. Thank you to everyone we have had the pleasure of working along side throughout our journey.

From mankind’s very first access control system to today’s modern electronic access control, there has always been a need to protect people and assets. Early humans had their methods, but these have since evolved. The practice of installing electronic access control systems began in the 1960s to eliminate problems associated with lost keys, having the ability to instantly add, allow, restrict or deny someone’s access, and to be able to immediately generate an activity report on people’s comings and goings. Interesting fact!

#Locksmiths discuss #security concerns!

Since we live in a highly technological world, locksmith services are developing at a frenetic pace and now extend to state-of-the-art security systems and electronic and magnetic locks. These can be placed in your car, home, or commercial business!

Interesting fact! Most locks and safes were once originally made by blacksmiths, and these metalworkers soon became the first locksmiths.

Trying to secure a classroom during an emergency situation can be stressful. When seconds count, teachers and staff should be able to quickly lock doors. The Arrow QL97 lever features an optional Key Rotation Indicator which reassures the user which direction to turn the key to engage the lock.

Arrow’s QL97 lever was designed with school safety in mind. Its Classroom Intruder function allows the teacher to prevent unauthorized entry. It also keeps students from accidentally locking the teacher out of the classroom.

Visit us this fall to see our variety of Arrow K-12 and University security solutions.

With empty classrooms and quiet halls, now is the perfect time to upgrade school security. The Arrow QL97 Lever is Certified BHMA Grade 1 and its Classroom Intruder function allows teachers to prevent unauthorized entry in emergency situations:

*New* Medeco XT Data Analytics is a visual audit feature that’s part of the Medeco XT Web Manager. Spreadsheet tables have been converted into a simple, visual dashboard that immediately illustrates important metrics and provides security administrators with new ways of utilizing the data. http://www.medeco.com//te/ecylinder/medeco-xt1/medeco-xt3/

Medeco XT is an ideal security solution for the banking industry. It provides audit reports, controlled access, and physical security. Learn how TruMark Financial Credit union utilizes this unique business tool.

Numerous industries can benefit from integrating Medeco XT into their security strategy, including banking, parking, gaming, retail, and transit.

With Medeco XT, end users can manage security more efficiently. Flexible programming, scheduled access, and full audit reports are just a few of the features that make XT a unique electronic locking system.

The Slim Line key is the newest model in the Medeco XT line. It is 40% smaller and 47% lighter than the Industrial key - making it a perfect fit for users that want a small, light credential that won’t sacrifice on durability.

Medeco XT retail applications include cash registers, carts, fitting room doors, perimeter doors, display cases, and more. Learn how this system can become a loss prevention solution.

The Medeco XT Slim Line key includes a polished stainless steel frame, soft-touch coating, dual LED indicators, rechargeable battery, and a high capacity memory.

Medeco XT is a complete electronic locking system providing Controlled Access, Accountability, Physical Security, and System Management. It is a critical business tool that can lead to a substantial return on investment.

Heading to college in the fall? Before moving into the dorm, make sure you know how to stay #safe on and off campus.

We want our local schools and universities to be safe learning environments. Let us help by providing your campus with a back-to-school security assessment.

The view from the front of our shop of the Edwards Life Science building renovation. Out with the old...#controlledkeysystems #controlledkey #edwardslifescience #tearitdown

Back to school is right around the corner! Make sure that #safety is at the top of your list when preparing for the new school year

Parents and caregivers keep in mind that playground equipment can get very hot in the summer, so make sure slides and swings are cool before allowing children to play on them.

Summer is bicycle season. Children need to wear a helmet on every bike ride, no matter how short or how close to home. Many injuries happen in driveways, on sidewalks, and on bike paths.

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What if you can't work the lock on your door? Sing until you get the right key!

"What is your occupation?" asked the judge. "I'm a locksmith, your Honor." "And what were you doing in the jeweler's shop at three in the morning when the police officers entered?" "Making a bolt for the door!"... Ha - we sure do love our lock jokes!

Many locksmiths provide input in the creation of high-end and expensive locking mechanisms that are used in vaults and personal anti - burglary safes. Pretty cool!

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Today, locksmiths work from various places such as shops, car companies, security institutions, investigational institutions (forensic locksmiths), and more and are focused on one aspect of a skill! Locksmiths are a hot commodity!

During the 18th century, many famous locksmiths managed to improve upon designs that remained largely unchanged ever since the fall of Roman Empire. We love lock history!

After the adoption of advanced metallurgy in 18th century Europe, locksmiths were finally able to create much more durable locks and keys!

Fun fact: Over about the last two hundred years, locksmiths and technicians have transformed locks from very expensive and unreliable protective devices into mass produced safeguarding devices that are widely used!

Some electronic locking systems use punch codes, which can be linked to alarms or security notifications. So sophisticated!

Many heavy-duty modern locks still rely on traditional designs, however the actual components of the locks are more advanced!

The most familiar traditional locks available are typically forms of pin tumbler locks. Interesting!

Did you know that for general security purposes, traditional locks are still one of the most effective and economical solutions?

New materials as well as manufacturing methods and electronic systems have enabled new levels of security that were unheard of not that long ago. Crazy, right!?

With the growth of today’s technology, locks have continued to become more and more complex. Time changes everything!

Good wedding gifts bring happiness for years to come, but great wedding gifts protect that happiness. Give the newlyweds a secure start with the very best in home security.

Summer is the perfect time for a getaway - just make sure to keep your home safe and sound while you’re away:

Did you know that children are at the highest risk for serious injuries during the summer? Keep your family healthy and safe:

Watch this video and how easy it is to defeat inexpensive (cheap) locks...also, replace the word "Home" and "house" with the word "business". The right locks can help prevent the "bump key" burglaries. Consult a professional locksmith for recommendations to secure your home AND business.

Will your kids be home alone this summer? Use these tips to make the next few months safe, comfortable, and less stressful:

#Graduation season is the time of year for guest speakers and words of wisdom. Find a dose of inspiration with these famous commencement speeches:

Congrats to the Class of 2016! Parents and grads should use these tips to celebrate safely this season: #graduation #2016grads

Walter Schlage, whose name you often see on keys and locks, invented the cylindrical pin-tumbler lock in the 1920s! Pretty cool!

Did you know locks are classified by grades of security, from low to high?

New biometric locks work by recognizing the fingerprint of the owner!

A parrot in England picked a lock in November of 2014! His name was Magic, and he escaped from his cage as well as the car in which he was being transported.

Many modern locks are hybrids of various designs!

Fun fact! Movie depictions of picking locks with bobby pins are very inaccurate.

In the U.S., mass production of locks began around 1840. Quite some time ago!

There are organizations, magazines, websites, and seminars devoted to lock picking!

Interesting fact! Some locksmiths work with the police, giving them entry to buildings.

Did you know that most locks in early America were imported from China or other countries? America didn’t have the manufacturing capacity to meet the demand!

In early America, locks were used more so to safekeep valuable possessions rather than to lock up houses and other buildings!

James Sargent invented the first combination lock in 1857!

During the Renaissance, the designs of locks were heavily influenced by Gothic architecture, which pleased the noblemen they crafted for!

In Egyptian society, keys were a symbol of wealth, since few people could afford safes or locking doors!

Did you know keys in Rome had elaborate carved handles, sometimes with the heads of lions or horses?