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A padlock can need replacing for a number of reasons. Sometimes they are cut off because an attempted break-in has occurred or a poor quality padlock has seized up. We were recently contacted by a customer whose padlock on the communal gates has been cut off whilst someone was trying to break into the property. […]
We supply a lot of padlocks for school lockers and we’ve learned a thing or two in the process. Over the years we’ve gone from simply supplying locks to manufacturing, testing and providing advice to schools, universities and colleges worldwide. Here is what we have learned: Master keys for your padlocks A master key is […]
A closed shackle padlock offers a lot more protection from bolt cutter and saw attacks but it does restrict the space for any fittings. However, this does not mean you cannot use a chain. You need a good quality hardened steel chain which comes with one of the end links longer than the other. This […]
Padlocks used for locking electrical switches to prevent machinery, or other items being either used or switched off, are known as lock-off, lock-out or tag-out. There are a number of considerations to take into account before you decide which lock to go for. We’ve made this page in order to cut straight to the chase: […]
The best padlock for a boat locker is one that can withstand harsh marine environments. The Abus 24 series is a range of discus padlocks made in marine-grade stainless steel. They are effectively a closed shackle design which helps to prevent people from using a hack saw to quickly cut it off as they might […]
Well that depends on what you intend it to be used for. As a guide you would probably regard the most secure padlock as the best. Others might regard the one most likely to resist the weather and give a long life of service as the best. For these reasons we’ll give you what we […]
Some of you may have been somewhere where there are loads of padlocks locked in one place on a bridge, gate, arch etc. These are what we call Love Padlocks. When you get married or start a relationship you take a lock, the stronger and more weatherproof the better, write or engrave you name on […]
The simple answer is no. The mechanism of a combination padlock is such that it cannot be as strong as a keyed padlock. A combination padlock can also be cracked over time simply be trying each code in turn. Rarely will an insurance company cover you when using a combination padlock. They are however hugely […]
Padlocks come in many shapes and sizes each with their own properties to increase security, make them more convenient to use or protect them from the weather. Here we explain their merits and what makes them ideal for different situations. The Closed Shackle Padlock A common design is the closed shackle padlock. This means that […]
A disc, discus or round padlock is disc-shaped and has a curved shackle that goes right the way around its circumference. Due to their design, they have the status and security rating of a closed shackle padlock. They were initially designed to be used directly in conjunction with a hasp and staple. This means the […]