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Locks and Security News: your weekly locks and security industry newsletter
30th April 2025 Issue no. 751

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ERA adds all-new stylish finish to revolutionary TouchKey range

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ERA, one of the UK’s leading home security and fenestration component providers, is launching its popular smart door security solution, TouchKey, in an all-new Architectural Black finish. 
 
Already available in stylish Chrome and Graphite, TouchKey combines a smarter security door handle, an auto-firing multi-point lock, and an anti-bump security cylinder for maximum customer convenience and peace of mind.
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Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025

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In response to the UK government's Cyber Security Breaches Survey 2025,  Tom Kidwell, a former British Army and UK Government intelligence specialist, and co-founder of Ecliptic Dynamics, shares his views on the report, and why, despite the findings appearing positive on the surface, the underlying figures indicate a concerning trend for UK businesses:
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Lonsdor K518 Pro

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The Lonsdor K518Pro All-In-One Full Version now availlable from Lockdecoders is the ultimate key programmer with many advanced features that make key programming much easier.
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Johnson Controls IQ Panels now supported by PowerManage, simplifying installation and data management

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Johnson Controls, a global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announces its proven PowerManage service management platform and the ConnectAlarm mobile app now support the latest next-generation IQ alarm panels.

This new integration delivers an all-in-one intrusion detection solution with hardware, software, service and technical support. Installers and end users alike can benefit from the system’s simplified installation process, localized data management, intuitive remote access and Bluetooth disarming capability. 
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Yale expands smart security with SensCheck compatible door and window locks, introducing a new keep-mounted sensor

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Door security installers can now offer smart-compatible hardware for more entry points around the home than ever before with Yale’s expanded range of SensCheck compatible door and window locks.
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What is “the Perspicacity Life?"

The Perspicacity Life is a new and exciting locksmith marketing company, connecting customers with the best geographically based locksmiths near you. For example, if you perform a search on Google for “find a locksmith near you” or “find a locksmith near me” our aim is to connect customers with locksmiths, fast and efficiently.

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When customers perform a search using Google for their chosen locksmith related keyword “the perspicacity life” marketing platform will assist with connecting customers swiftly with the nearest locksmith.
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ASSA ABLOY Door Group highlights critical new foreword to EN 15269-2 for safeguarding compliance and life safety

* Powershield-Fire-Door.jpegASSA ABLOY Door Group is drawing attention to a critical update in fire safety standards that significantly impacts the design and specification of steel fire doorsets.

A new UK National Foreword has been published alongside the revised version of the extended application (EXAP) standard EN 15269-2, following concerns raised within the industry about potentially unsafe design practices previously permitted under the standard. 
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Consort Architectural Hardware relocates to Birmingham Business Park

* Consort-New-Building.jpegConsort Architectural Hardware, a leading manufacturer and international supplier of architectural hardware solutions, has relocated its headquarters to Birmingham Business Park in a move that looks to centralise the company’s operations.

Following the transfer of its two existing sites from Birmingham city centre’s historic Gun Quarter, Consort has now occupied 23,163 sq. ft of warehousing space at Radial Park, situated in Solihull.
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Hanwha Vision launches AI mobile cameras with dynamic privacy masking, ideal for public transport

* T-Series-Mobile.jpegHanwha Vision has added leading AI capabilities to its compact range of mobile cameras. The range, including models TNV-C8014RM and TNV-C8034RM, showcases powerful AI analytics, alongside colour detection of clothing and vehicles, and dynamic privacy masking.

At only 55mm in height, the solution is discreet and well suited to spaces with low ceilings, such as buses and trains.
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Join us at MLA EXPO25

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We’re thrilled to invite you to 
MLA EXPO25 at the Telford International Centre from 17th - 19th October 2025 — the UK and Europe’s largest locksmith exhibition! This is your chance to explore the latest industry innovations, network with professionals, and access a wide variety of training courses and seminars—all under one roof.
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Abloy UK and HKC showcased digital security innovation at The Security Event 2025

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Abloy UK and HKC successfully showcased their market-leading digital access solutions and intelligent intruder alarm systems at The Security Event 2025, held at the NEC Birmingham. 
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Cyberhackers Costing UK SMEs £3.4Billion Per Year

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Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) throughout the United Kingdom are incurring annual losses amounting to £3.4billion due to inadequate cybersecurity measures., according to a new report from Vodafone Business. 
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Abloy UK provides bespoke access control solution for CPA Group’s Lanarkshire HQ

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Abloy UK has supplied CPA Group with its PROTEC2 CLIQ solution to streamline access control and protect assets at its headquarters in Shotts, Lanarkshire.  Replacing traditional mechanical keys with this flexible, electronic access control system ensured physical security with enhanced key control, remote management and auditability. 
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HKC announces Spring alarm kit bundle deal

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HKC Security, a leading provider of intruder alarm solutions in the UK and Ireland, has introduced a Spring promotional bundle to offer installers even better value on its product range.  
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Thames Valley Police: Enhancing public safety with a CCTV partnership

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Thames Valley Police worked with local authorities to improve CCTV coverage, cut costs, and boost efficiency. It’s made public spaces safer and ensured long-term, reliable monitoring across the region.
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