Bump Proof Locks

What kind of lock is on our door? A bump proof lock! The same kind should be protecting your loved ones and possessions.

Watch these videos to learn about bump proof locks: Click Here and Here

Tom DeVito says: It's Bump Proof- Really!

The media and general public are having a field day with the whole Bump Key issue. If you haven't done it yet, make and internet search on "bump key" and see what shows up. There are claims of lock bumping by children as young as six and seven. Locks from the US and all over the world are vulnerable. I even saw a video that showed how to do it with a banana. Yeah, the fruit.
Likewise the lock industry itself has become bizarre in its claims. It seems every lock from KW1 and up is Bump Proof. I get calls all the time from locksmiths who remain confused by all the claims. What locks are really bump proof? Here's what I tell them. There are only three technologies that I know of that are absolutely Bump Proof- electronic or pushbutton locks that don't have mechanical override cylinders, locks that use rotating discs (like Abloy), and locks with programmable side bars (like BiLock). These locks will stand up to anyone trying to bump them regardless how much experience or knowledge the thief has. Every other lock technology can be bumped.
The next question is usually "Well what about_____? They are rated high security and have a side bar?" Unfortunately the side bar is usually the same for all keys in a master system. Most times locksmiths use the same sidebar for all of their installations too. So if you have any of the keys in a master system or if you read the dealer's decal next to the door, you pretty much have the side bar issue solved. "But we have angle cuts." I ask them back how many keys in the system have the same angles. After that you'ree left with pins that can be bumped. These may be bump resistant from six year olds and people who use frozen bananas to open their doors. But there are professional thieves and experienced locksmiths who know better. Does the person down the hall or next door have the same key as your customer? Bumping a high security lock may be one of the easiest ways to get in.
"But what about modifying the existing cylinder?" There are tricks that can be played in some cylinders by adding ball bearings, different tension springs, special pins etc. to add bump resistance. Unless your time is free, you are probably better off selling a production solution. Some manufacturers may soon add special pins to their locks to improve protection. In some cases it may make the lock more bump resistant, but probably not Bump Proof.
Today, most of the locks installed in America are not Bump Proof. That includes everything from government housing to single family homes. How many government and commercial buildings still only have a six or seven pin cylinder as their lock system? The bump key issue is a locksmith's opportunity to survey the facility and recommend a package of solutions. However, if they demand Bump Proof you should sell them a high security lock based upon a technology like electronics, Abloy or Bilock.

Pistol Safes

Besides being amazing locksmiths who value the safety of your family and possessions, we also sell a variety of safety items in our store. One such product is the pistol safe. Keeping your gun in a safe and secure location can protect your loved ones and curious youngsters from accidental harm and ensure that you are the only one touching your weapon.

Keypad locks

Did you know that we carry 5 different types of keypad locks? You can view a sample of our inventory at our Online Store.

A keypad lock is highly beneficial as it increases the levels of security compared to a standard, traditional lock. With a code needing to be entered into the keypad before access is allowed, you can have control over who comes and goes from your property. The ability to set the system to have a code of your choice and then pass on at your own will is a distinct advantage.

Besides, there's no key to carry or to lose!

Tips for home safety

Your safety is important to us. As locksmiths, it is doubly so. And at holiday time, there tends to be more burglaries as your items are often on display and the weakest parts in your home are always windows and doors. We would like to share with you, some important tips for home safety this holiday season.

1. Remember to lock up

It may sound obvious (and it is), but it’s worth mentioning – lock your doors and windows every time you leave or return the house. In most burglary cases, the offenders broke into properties through the doors or windows by forcing the lock or knocking in. Reminders pinned next to all entrances will work well. Don’t forget to hide all keys out of sight. You’d be amazed how many burglars can fish keys left on show out of home.

2. Door security is key
A front door can provide for a warm welcome to our homes, but some doors are more susceptible to attack from unscrupulous thieves. Many doors look safe and secure as they are often made from PVCu or composite, but with a little know-how, accessing them can be easy peasy to thieves. They use a process called lock bumping. The key to protecting your doors is to ensure they are fitted with anti-bump, anti drill and anti-snap door locks.

3. Visibility
A visible burglar alarm with flashing light is always a huge deterrence. So is the Neighbourhood watch sign. Security floodlights with motion sensor will enhance the visibility outside, making you an unlikely target.

4. Hide
We know Christmas is the best time of the year to treat your family and yourself with some sought-after gifts. But remember how heart breaking it is to lose those gifts. So remember always keep all gifts out of the sight, and make sure packaging is disposed of right away. It’s no use hiding your new laptop if you leave the box outside!

5. Stay alert
Bogus callers also known as distraction burglars will try their best to distract your attention in order to get into your home. If anyone unfamiliar or unexpected turns up at your door, you should always check identification before letting anyone in. Remember though, all charity collectors, utility readers should always have identification with them at all time, and don’t feel being offensive not letting them in if they weren’t able to produce legitimate identifications. Equally don’t leave them standing at the door whilst you go searching in the house for something.

6. Enjoy
Well, this isn't a tip for avoiding burglary, but we shouldn’t let burglars spoil our festive season. These simple tips will help ensure you have a risk free Christmas. We would like to wish you all a safe and enjoyable 2011 Christmas!

Adapted from PR Web UK

Vehicle Factory Remotes

Is there anything more frustrating than locking yourself out of your car? A lot of newer cars come with fail-safes like beeping at you if you leave your keys in the ignition or in the car itself. What do you do if you misplace your keys, lock them in the trunk, or someone steals your purse with your keys inside? You call Welter Lock & Safe, of course!

We offer many services to our customers, including vehicle factory remotes, the ability to start your car for you and get you into your vehicle quickly and safely.

Associated Locksmiths of America

Welter Lock is a member in good standing of the Associated Locksmiths of America. That is important to the consumer because it shows you that we maintain a high standard of ethics, maintain technical standards for our industry, and keep a positive ID. It is important for us to be constantly striving for greater excellence and competing with other locksmiths for the highest level of customer care and technical expertise. We are a locksmith you can trust, who is backed by an organization of like-minded locksmiths.

Deadbolt Safety

A Consumer Reports article found that not all deadbolt locks give you the same level of protection.

Rule number one: Every lock strike should have screws that go at least three inches into the wall. That way, the frame is harder to compromise if someone tries to kick in the door.

Rule number two: Always make sure your lock fully engages the door frame. If it's not all the way in there, you could be inviting a crook into your house. "People are able to pry it back. But if it's fully engaged, there's no chance of that.”

If you have a door with glass anywhere on it, experts say you should have a double cylinder lock. It requires a key from both sides. But those can present a whole different kind of danger. "If you do have it, a double cylinder, key on both sides, you need to have the key on the inside someplace where you can find it in case of a fire or an emergency."

Rule number three: Keep your key in a nearby hiding place that's not easily spotted by intruders.

Source: WSFA, How Safe is Your Door?

Abloy Protec Double Cylinder Deadbolt Lock

This Abloy Protec Lock is top of the line in bump, pick, and drill resistance, requiring special authorization to acquire duplicate keys. A double cylinder deadbolt assembly includes two keyed cylinders, one for the outside of the door and one for the inside.  As the double deadbolt requires a key to lock or unlock from either side, it ensures that the lock cannot be accidentally locked or unlocked without the key.

 One thing to note is that you'll have to make sure that a double deadbolt can be legally installed on the door you plan to install it on as in emergency situations it can pose a fire risk. If there are no restrictions where you'd like to install this lock, the safety features alone are worth the expense!


For more information on this lock system, contact us at Welter Lock & Safe!

Trailer Pin Lock

Keep your trailer, drop hitch, and hitch covers secure with our wide array of locking hitch pins. These pins give you the peace of mind you're looking for when you venture away from your rig.

This specific trailer pin lock is perfect for any goose-neck trailer or 5th wheel trailer. The simple key lock system makes it easy for you to unlock but hard for others to open, which is exactly the point, right? The sturdy design keeps your property safe from theft and is an investment that will last for years!


For more information on this and any of our other products, contact us at Welter Lock and Safe!

Hayman FS4000 Heavy Duty Floor Safe On Sale!

We've got a fantastic Hayman Safe Co. FS4000 Floor Safe on sale, in store! We're offering this heavy duty safe for $960 O.B.O. (not including delivery and installation).

Come by our location to take a look at the FS4000 in store today! This is a deal you won't want to pass up! Visit our website or give us a call at 954-584-3811 for more information!

Simplex LL-1011-26D-41 Keyless Lock System

The convenient push button lock combination system eliminates the need for a technician to be called out when you lose your keys! And you can reset the combination at any time, if needed.

This system is designed to fit into the same place as your existing door lock with no additional wiring or batteries!

For more information, visit our website! 

What to Look for in a Gun Safe - Part 2

Here are some more tips on how to choose the right gun safe for you! Remember, call Welter Lock & Safe if you have any questions!

• When buying a FIRE RESISTANT gun safe, be certain that the fire insulation used is of a very high quality, such as ceramic. Avoid safes with dead air spaces. Safes using ceramic blanket or bulk ceramic pressed right up against the wall of the safe is a far better method of insulating.
• Safes with fully recessed doors give better protection against pry bars and porta-powers.
• Be sure your safe has heavy exterior wall that is at least 1/8" thick for burglary protection.
• The fire liner should be U.L. listed ceramic fiber insulation material, not sheet rock or fire board.
• It has to have at least a two inch thick fire liner encased in a second layer of steel inside the safe.
• The door must have a clamping action while the gun safe's dead bolts are being engaged.
• You should be able to put a tremendous amount of pressure on the handle shaft itself without twisting or snapping anything on the inside of the door.
• The safe bodies should have a one piece wrap around with no vertical seams including the door seat.
• Your combination box mounting surface should be welded to the door first, then the hard plate should be able to slip in between.
• Your independent re-lock should be protected behind the hard plate.

Source: SturdySafe

What to Look for in a Gun Safe - Part 1

When investing in a gun safe, you want to make sure you pick out the right one, with the features you need and the size and capabilities you're looking for. Here are some tips for choosing the right safe for you! When you're ready, call us at Welter Lock & Safe!

• The safe you buy should come equipped with heavy duty linkage that is capable of withstanding tremendous amounts of torque through the handle without damaging the lock system or shear pins.
• Don't be impressed with multiple locking pins. The heart of the locking system and how it is protected is much more important.
• The safe you buy should have hard plate protecting the combination box. It should also have a hard plate protecting the independent re-lock, or the entire locking area.
• Make sure the hard plate is not directly welded to the door. It is very important that your raised mounting plate be made in a fashion where it is welded firmly to the door and the hard plate slips in between the mounting plate and the surface of the door. The combination box is then bolted to the mounting plate. Welds to the mild steel are many times stronger than are welds to hard plate.
• To help avoid moisture problems, your safe should be made in a fashion that will allow weather stripping around the door. Fire safes should come equipped with a fire gasket. 
  
  
  Source: SturdySafe

Underwriters Laboratories - Fire Safe Rating

When a safe receives a fire safety rating, there are a number of tests that the safe must survive before that label is placed. Underwriters Laboratories, a not-for-profit independent testing organization was founded in 1984 and they provide the most reliable testing and labeling for safes sold today. However, it is important to note that this testing is done of their own accord. There is no law that states that safes must be labeled with this information. 


All products complete four different fire resistance tests before they can be labeled:

1. Fire Endurance
2. Fire and Impact
3. Explosion Hazard
4. Combined Explosion and Impact

The safes are tested with a variety of products inside them - ranging from paper to cassette tapes to microfilm and discs. The temperature that you see listed on the UL label of a safe represents the maximum temperature that the items inside the safe can withstand. The time listed on the UL label represents the maximum time that the items can withstand the head. Keep in mind, a one-hour safe can provide more than one hour of protection for itself, but not necessarily the items inside. 


The time rating also indicates how hot the furnace temperature reaches during UL's testing process:

• One-Half Hour Rated Products - The furnace is heated up to 1550°F over a one-half hour time period. During this time, the interior of the product cannot exceed the classification temperature or humidity (if applicable) limits.

• One-Hour Rated Products - 1700°F

• Two-Hour Rated Products - 1850°F

• Three-Hour Rated Products - 1920°F

• Four-Hour Rated Products - 2000°F

Welter Lock & Safe is proud to offer fire resistant safes and more! Visit our website for more information.  




Source: KLSSecurity

Gardall UL Two-Hour Fire Resistant Safes

Standard Features

• Thick 4 1/4” door with recessed anti-pry design. Safe walls are 2 1⁄2” thick
• Five active bolts that lock in 3 directions, massive 1” diameter round bolts that extend deep into safes body (Models 1812-3018)
• Center bolt down hole for easy installation (hardware included)
• Plush carpeted quality interior to protect jewelry and valuables (Models 1812-3018)
• UL listed Group II high security lock, mechanical or electronic available
• UL 2-hour fire label, furnace-tested to 1850°F for 2 hours. Interior temperature of safe was less than 350°F during the test and cool down
• Media Cooler (insert) will fit inside model 1612/2 and larger
• Solid chrome-plated handle with shear point to prevent the safe from being forced open by handle attack
• Independent re-locker and hard plate to prevent drilling attack on locking mechanism
• Lifetime Replacement Guarantee (fire damage only) 

For more information, contact us at Welter Lock and Safe!

Just a Few of the Brands We Offer!

Welter Lock and Safe is proud to offer products from the following vendors!

Lock Bumping

Check out this article written by Tom DiVito about lock bumping!

"The media and general public are having a field day with the whole Bump Key issue. If you haven't done it yet, make and internet search on "bump key" and see what shows up. There are claims of lock bumping by children as young as six and seven. Locks from the US and all over the world are vulnerable. I even saw a video that showed how to do it with a banana. Yeah, the fruit.

Likewise the lock industry itself has become bizarre in its claims. It seems every lock from KW1 and up is Bump Proof. I get calls all the time from locksmiths who remain confused by all the claims. What locks are really bump proof? Here's what I tell them. There are only three technologies that I know of that are absolutely Bump Proof- electronic or pushbutton locks that don't have mechanical override cylinders, locks that use rotating discs (like Abloy), and locks with programmable side bars (like BiLock). These locks will stand up to anyone trying to bump them regardless how much experience or knowledge the thief has. Every other lock technology can be bumped.

The next question is usually "Well what about_____? They are rated high security and have a side bar?" Unfortunately the side bar is usually the same for all keys in a master system. Most times locksmiths use the same sidebar for all of their installations too. So if you have any of the keys in a master system or if you read the dealer's decal next to the door, you pretty much have the side bar issue solved. "But we have angle cuts." I ask them back how many keys in the system have the same angles. After that you'ree left with pins that can be bumped. These may be bump resistant from six year olds and people who use frozen bananas to open their doors. But there are professional thieves and experienced locksmiths who know better. Does the person down the hall or next door have the same key as your customer? Bumping a high security lock may be one of the easiest ways to get in.

"But what about modifying the existing cylinder?" There are tricks that can be played in some cylinders by adding ball bearings, different tension springs, special pins etc. to add bump resistance. Unless your time is free, you are probably better off selling a production solution. Some manufacturers may soon add special pins to their locks to improve protection. In some cases it may make the lock more bump resistant, but probably not Bump Proof.

Today, most of the locks installed in America are not Bump Proof. That includes everything from government housing to single family homes. How many government and commercial buildings still only have a six or seven pin cylinder as their lock system? The bump key issue is a locksmith's opportunity to survey the facility and recommend a package of solutions. However, if they demand Bump Proof you should sell them a high security lock based upon a technology like electronics, Abloy or Bilock."

By Tom DiVito

July 2007

You should also check out this video about lock bumping to learn how to prepare your home!

For more information, visit our website!

We Offer Safes!

Welter Lock & Safe offers a wide variety safes to meet all of your needs!

• Simple House Safes
• UL Two-Hour Fire Resistant Safes
• UL Burglary Rated One-Hour Fire Resistant
• UL One-Hour Fire/Burglary Safes
• Commercial High Security
• One-Hour Microwave Fire Safes
• Fire lined Gun Safes
• Pistol Safes
• Depository Safes
• Floor Safes
• Wall Safes
• Cash Register Tray's
• In-Room Safe (Hotel, Hospital, Residence Hall)

We offer Automotive Services!

These are just some of the automotive services we are happy to offer!

Automotive:

• Emergency Lock Outs
• Ignition Replaced, Installed, or Re-Keyed
• Door or Trunk Lock Repaired, Replaced, or Re-Keyed
• Transponder(CHIP KEYS) Sold and Programmed
• Vat Systems
• Laser Cut Keys
• Factory Remotes Sold and Programmed
• Keys Cut On The Spot
• and much more!

Visit our website for more information!

We Provide Commercial and Residential Services!

Welter Lock & Safe is happy to offer the following Commercial and Residential Services!

Commercial:

• High Security Lock Installation, Master Keying, Re-Key, and Repairs

• Keyless Entry Lock Installation (with Audit), and Repairs

• Access Control Installation and Repairs

• Safe Sales, Installation, Removal, and Combination Change

• Buzzer Lock Installation and Repairs

• Emergency Lock Outs

• Key Duplications

• and much more!

Residential:

• High Security Lock Installation, Re-Key, and Repairs

• Keyless Entry Lock Installation (with Audit), and Repairs

• Standard Lock Installation, Re-Key, and Repairs

• Safe Sales, Installation, Removal, and Combination Change

• Emergency Lock Outs

• Key Duplications

• and much more!