Some people might believe that all locks are the same. However, there is a real difference between regular locks and high security locks in Chicago. Understanding the differences between these types of locks, as well as knowing when high security locks are necessary, can be important building blocks in a security plan.
What Are High Security Locks?
High security locks are any locks that are more resistant than standard locks. As industry standards have evolved, what is considered high security has also evolved. Also, the intended use for a lock might affect its perceived security. Using an outdoor lock on an interior door might be a higher security option but would not make it a high security lock.
How Are High Security Locks Rated?
There are several organizations that rate lock security. The ratings are based on a lock’s ability to withstand attacks. Generally, this is expressed in terms of time. They include Underwriters Laboratories (UL), the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), and the Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA). However, many of these ratings fail to take into account newer, real-life compromise techniques, which means that a locksmith’s recommendations for high security locks in Chicago may differ from their posted security ratings.
Are High Security Locks Unpickable?
Given enough time, it is assumed that almost any lock can eventually be breached. High security locks are designed to withstand an attack for longer periods. The increase in time makes it more likely that attempts to compromise the locks will be detected or will be too expensive. This not only helps protect a building for a longer period but actually discourages criminals from initially targeting the building.
What Makes Locks High Security?
Some practical differences that can increase lock security include using stronger materials, designing them to be resistant to picking through the use of security pins, offering more keys per lock type, controlling key distribution, and having restrictive keyways. Combining these components increases their resistance to attacks.
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