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Prominent Lock & Key Manufacturers across the U.S. & Canada

Today, the worldwide lock & key industry boasts a number of prominent security product providers. These companies are well-known for their high-end merchandise developed for institutional, industrial, residential as well as automotive locksmith applications. The current product range available on the market is truly impressive, including mechanical cylinders, locks and padlocks, electromechanical locking systems and automatic assembly and key-cutting machines. In a world where an individual or organization’s right to privacy and personal/ commercial property is no longer sacred, using advanced security products designed to ensure ultimate inviolability is certainly not a luxury but the sole solution!

Below is a brief review of the most dominant security companies currently operating in the global security industry: ASSA ABLOY – Since its formation in 1994, ASSA ABLOY has grown from a regional company into an international group. The Group’s strength lies in the variety of traditional and new products that can be combined to create an extensive number of different door environments. ASSA ABLOY offers products for different climates, different types of buildings and differing security and safety requirements. The Group boasts over 100 brands. Company brands cover locks and security solutions for any door opening, ranging from mechanical and electronic or digital locks to security doors, access control and mobile keys.

Mul-T-Lock – Established in Israel in 1973, Mul-T-Lock is part of the ASSA ABLOY Group. The company is considered an absolute leader in the fields of development, manufacturing and marketing of advanced locking solutions. During its years of operation, Mul-T-Lock has developed a large number of innovative and original products safeguarded by international patents. These include mechanic cylinders, sophisticated locks and padlocks, multi bolt locks, master key systems, encoded key systems, electro mechanical cylinders and locking devices as well as a long list of complimentary products. Mul-T-Lock products enjoy worldwide recognition by locksmith professionals and consumers alike.

Schlage – The first Schlage store was opened in 1920. Walter Schlage’s first invention, patented in 1909, was a door lock that turned lights on and off. Today, Schlage provides high-grade security solutions to residential and commercial properties. The list of company products includes electronic locks, built-in alarms, dead bolts, handlesets, door knobs, door levers, home intelligence systems, remote access systems and much more. Schlage is widely believed to be the pioneer in setting a new standard in Access Control and Key Systems Management through innovative products and programs that meet and exceed the needs of their customers. Schlage’s focus on creating durable and secure locks maintains the success of the company to this very day.

Medeco – Established in 1968, Medeco is considered by many to be a market leader in locks and locking systems for security, safety and control. The company's customer base includes wholesale and retail security providers, locksmith equipment manufacturers, institutional, commercial as well as residential customers. An ASSA ABLOY Group company, Medeco seeks to satisfy end-user needs for security, safety and convenience. The continued security of Medeco's locks is the company’s number one priority, and Medeco is absolutely dedicated to making sure its products meet all applicable industry standards.

Kwikset – Established over 60 years ago, Kwikset was founded by Adolf Schoepe and Karl Rhinehart. Kwikset is part of Hardware and Home Improvement (HHI), a prominent manufacturer and supplier of residential locksets. Today, the company manufactures and markets an impressive range of door locks and door hardware including door knobs, door levers, deadbolts, handlesets, pocket door hardware and electronic keyless entry locks for residential and light commercial applications. Kwikset’s SmartCode™ locks featuring Home Connect™ technology are a well-known wireless, access control lock solution for the digital home.

Baldwin – Established in 1946 by Severin Fayerman, today Baldwin is widely known for its wide array of residential and commercial security hardware products. Much like many other industry leading power-houses operating across the U.S. & Canada, Baldwin is part of Hardware and Home Improvement (HHI) & the Black & Decker Hardware. Baldwin’s list of products features some of the most luxurious locks, handlesets, knobs and more on the market. Baldwin specializes in different design styles, including contemporary, rustic, traditional, transitional as well as couture. Baldwin’s products are synonymous with innovative design, craftsmanship and functionality. Weiser – Founded in 1904, Weiser started its commercial existence by supplying door locks for Hollywood movie sets. The company manufactured custom-made locks for each new motion picture according to the set designer's specifications. Over the years, Weiser has introduced many innovative products to the locksmith industry, including the Brilliance® Anti-Tarnish Finish, the Powerbolt® Keyless Home Access System as well as Prestige Series of products. Weiser offers a number of various lines of Fashion Doorware™ products with different features and prices. Every line introduces a selection of Decorator Finishes™.

Yale – Established back in 1840, Yale Locks & Hardware is an ASSA ABLOY Group company. The company offers an impressive variety of door hardware and locks, including a wide range of advanced commercial products as well as a variety of residential hardware options. These include mortise and cylindrical locks, exit devices, door closers, electromechanical products & key systems.

EVVA – EVVA was established in 1919. The company name is actually an abbreviation of "Erfindungs-Versuchs-Verwertungs-Anstalt" (Invention, Experimentation and Application Institute). EVVA is a prominent European manufacturer of security technology and is represented across the said continent by 13 subsidiaries. EVVA is also highly involved in extensive export of its locking technology overseas. EVVA product categories include mechanical master key systems, electronic access control systems as well as additional safeguards. These products provide extensive security solutions to residential properties and condominiums, hotels, office buildings, retail premises, industrial premises, educational and health care facilities.

OMNIA - OMNIA Industries, Inc. was founded in 1964. Since it inception, OMNIA has supplied the industry with architectural hardware that is stylishly designed yet fully functional. OMNIA is a veteran manufacturer of solid brass and stainless steel latchsets, mortise entry locksets, deadbolt locksets, narrow backset mortise locks in over ninety knob and lever designs. In addition to having a main customer base in the U.S., company products are exported to Canada, Central America, Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan and other international destinations. While the vast majority of OMNIA’s products are installed in residential properties, company merchandise is also used in commercial installations across the globe. These include luxury apartments, office buildings and hotels.

All of the residential & commercial lock & key companies mentioned above strive to provide their end-customers with advanced security solutions, whether at their homes or business organizations. They all enjoy favorable reputation that is reflected in the ever-growing demand for their products.