What should I consider when choosing a lock for my retail environment?
Application: you will want to know where you need a lock. For example, cabinet locks, drawer locks or even portable locks that can be used for anywhere in your environment. Installation: you may already have cabinets, drawers or other enclosures that have locks. When selecting a new lock, you’ll want to understand if your new lock can be installed where the old lock used to be – this is called “retrofittable”. If you need a lock that can go anywhere, you’ll want to consider a portable lock. Finish and aesthetics: your visual merchandising goals can determine what type of lock you will want. Consider if you need a lock that will easily blend into your store environment or that can be installed into your existing furniture. Convenience/multiparty access: Locks that are easy for your associates to use can have a positive impact on your customer’s experience. Waiting for as associate to find the right key to unlock a cabinet, drawer or other area can lead to frustration, lower or abandoned sales. To avoid this, consider locks that use OneKEY.
What are the different types of retail security locks for merchandise?
There are several types of locks that are available to retailers who need to secure merchandise in cabinets, drawers or even freestanding. There are several options for display cases and cabinets, including sliding cabinet door locks, locks for swinging doors, and drawer locks. You can also use a multi-purpose or portable lock to secure merchandise anywhere in your store.
What are the different types of cabinet locks?
The lock you need for a cabinet depends on the type of cabinet that you have. These would include sliding door locks, locks for swinging doors, or cabinet drawer locks.
What are the different types of sliding door locks?
Different types of sliding door locks include plunger locks, universal locks, and self-latching locks such as InVue’s L410. Plunger locks are designed to merchandise in sliding doors. They are easily retrofittable into existing furniture and provides an attractive, ergonomic alternative to mechanical locks. Universal locks are designed for bypass sliding doors that can be installed in minutes with no tools required. They are available for both 6mm and 8mm bypass glass doors. Self-latching drawer locks such as the L410 provides the convenience of relocking itself after use. Use InVue’s OneKEY to unlock, close the sliding door and merchandise is locked safe. The lock provides a build-in handle for effortless use.
What are the different types of locks for swinging doors?
Different types of locks for swinging doors include cam locks, showcase locks, and self-latching locks such as InVue’s L440. Cam locks for sliding doors can be mounted on wood, glass, metal and acrylic and provide an anti-back drive cam arm to prevent theft. Showcase locks are designed for fixtures that have swing out glass doors on a wood frame. They are strong with an all-metal mounting bracket. One lock can replace two mechanical locks. Self-latching locks for swinging doors such as InVue’s L440 provides the convenience of relocking itself after use. Use InVue’s OneKEY to unlock, close the door and then merchandise is locked safe. It’s a fully protected latch that is pick-resistant.
What are the different types of drawer locks?
Different types of drawer locks include cam locks, drawer lock, and self-latching locks such as InVue’s L430. Cam locks for drawers can be mounted on wood, glass, metal and acrylic and provide an anti-back drive cam arm to prevent theft. Drawer locks can be used for single or double thick drawer panels with a 19mm hole. Self-latching drawer locks such as the L430 provides the convenience of relocking itself after use. Use InVue’s OneKEY to unlock, close the drawer and then merchandise is locked safe. It’s a fully protected latch that is pick-resistant.
What are the different types of portable locks or multi-purpose locks?
The best option for a freestanding, portal or multi-purpose lock would be a padlock. These types of locks can be used on any enclosure, fastening or tether to create security when and where you need it most. Since they are not permanently installed, they can be easily moved and reused from the retail floor to backroom operations. Padlocks either use a combination or a key.
