Germs lurk on pretty much any public surface and the epicenter of all germs seems to reside in public restrooms, so we understand why so many of our customers want to reduce them if at all possible. We are frequently asked: “I’d like to reduce germs as customers are exiting the restroom in my facility. […]
Read moreHow many times a day do you use your safe? Have you ever stopped to think about how it works, or if you have the right kind of safe you need to protect what you need to secure? Throughout store managers’ shifts, they’ll use a multitude of different things, from cash registers to filing cabinets. […]
Read moreWe walk through doors countless times a day. Unless you’re like us, you’re probably not paying attention to all of the components that come together that actually make a door a door. However, as the saying goes, “The more you know…” Knowing the various parts of a door will benefit you in case something is […]
Read moreDo you know how much of your annual budget is dedicated to doors and hardware, especially locking hardware? While it may not be one of your big ticket items, it’s still an easy area to reduce spend. With the amount of abuse back doors can take, it’s no surprise that we are commonly asked: “What […]
Read moreHalloween is such a fun holiday and that is no exception here at LockNet. Every year we encourage people to dress in costume if they feel like it and we have our annual chili cook-off. 2014 did no disappoint in costumes or chili. Unfortunately the weather around here was less than pleasant but that didn’t stop […]
Read moreBefore working at LockNet my extremely limited knowledge of all things doors and locks absolutely did not cover something called “magnetic key covers.” Once I got here though, all of that changed, because magnetic key covers were a critical component of a very important solution to one of the most pestering issues LockNet has ever […]
Read moreWe’ve discussed the topic of hardware grades time and time again on LockBytes and with good reason – it’s incredibly important. Knowing your hardware grades can be the difference in saving large amounts of money over time and a reoccurring broken lever set. Thankfully, it’s one of the easiest issues to address when it comes […]
Read moreWhen it comes to any sort of hardware, the ability to stand up against particular elements is vital, especially when you’re talking about exterior access. That’s why hurricane and fire-rated doors are so important in our industry. Both types are judged on certain aspects as they’re put through various tests that allow them to earn […]
Read moreEmployee Spotlights are one of my favorite types of blog posts to write because I get to highlight LockNet employees on our blog. It’s refreshing to step away from the technical posts every now and then and give our readers a glance into life at LockNet. This month we’re focusing on Jeff Kirkner, one of […]
Read moreLever sets are one of the most utilized parts on any door, exposing them to more wear and tear than average. Understandably, they’re going to break from time to time. However, we were asked: “How do I keep my lever from breaking?” Lever Breaks: The Causes Abuse There are various things that can cause your […]
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