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Industrial area doors (a loading dock, maintenance shop or warehouse) are more than just an entry, rather, they are a lifestyle. They form the security boundary, a safety barrier and even, a regulatory element. The lock kit used on a personnel door or small equipment garage, while being vital, is often neglected, and the majority of interest is directed towards the roller shutter or high speed door, and this neglect can lead to loss, liability or downtime. This article examines why robust industrial garage door lock kits are integral to any application and are far more than a minor, often overlooked part.
Preventing Unauthorized Access to High-Value Assets
High-value assets, such as machinery, tools and inventory are present in virtually all industrial premises. Rear (side) garage doors lock kits used in such premises may appear to be a standard home type lock and are easily picked by any tool. Commercial applications use purpose-built industrial garage door lock kits with anti-pick handles, tough swing handles and rod control locking mechanisms that provide reinforcement on the frame at multiple points.
For example, using swing handle and rod systems that were originally designed for power distribution cabinets and available from WenZhou MeiGu Lock Industry Co., Ltd, are designed to make prying and spreading impossible with one turn on the tool, whether the key has been issued or not. IP65-rated cylinder locks that resist dust and water, provided by a high performance lock kit manufacturer like MeiGu prevent unwanted access by unauthorised individuals that have key copies and could, in the case of the installation of this system on a warehouse storing raw copper, finished goods or forklifts, maintain integrity.
Ensuring Compliance with Workplace Safety Regulations
In addition to any relevant industrial specifications (OSHA, ISO 14119, or specific local codes), industrial garage door lock kits are subject to workplace safety regulations. Where a door is required to remain closed when in use for safety, or, in case of an emergency or hazard (such as fall or pinch hazards), a broken or poor quality lock may allow the door to swing open. In industrial applications, positive latching and an easily accessed fail-safe external override mechanism is critical.
Specially designed lock kits utilize cam locks with key locks as well as auxiliary locks, so while both hook and accessory and cylinder/cam lock series and other products from MeiGu are suited for standard key access, they provide an option for a secondary padlock when used in conjunction with a lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocol after maintenance is complete. When the side or rear access to an industrial garage or warehouse door is intended for use as a domestic door entrance with an internal panic release, a house garage door lock kit which also locks from the outside, balances security and safety. Selection of an industry certified grade lock kit is not a choice, but a legal, and moral imperative.
Withstanding Harsh Industrial Environments
The industrial workplace may be filled with chemicals, metal dust, or extremely hot and humid conditions. Standard locks, in such an environment, will corrode, seize or simply fail. The components of an industrial garage door lock kit should consist of zinc or aluminium die castings used for bodies and, internally, 304 or 316 stainless steel, forgings and even, drop forgings.
Stainless steel items such as padlocks, latches faces, and hinges are available from MeiGu, utilizing 316 marine grade stainless steel, which provide the highest resistance to corrosion from salt, solvents, and thermal expansion and contraction. Zn alloy hands are provided and can be powder-coated for added security. A mine or chemical plant maintenance garage or equipment bay will benefit immensely from a robust lock kit that will not need to be replaced year after year, saving on equipment replacement costs and downtime. This will prevent unnecessary cutting a lock to regain access in an industrial setting which, though less frequent, is exceedingly costly to repair.
Enabling Integration with Access Control Systems
The demands for auditing, remote monitoring and the need for modern access control systems are growing. A mechanical garage door lock represents a black box on the site, so one can not know who gained access to the facility and at what time. Modern industrial garage door lock kits are offered for retrofitting with electric strikes, keypads, and can be supplied to take an RFID cylinder, a Master Key system having exactly the same sophisticated hardware as would be needed for an Electronic Access Control network.
The Meigu cylinder locks are being integrated into client-built complexes and mounted using 3D modeling adaptors in the card reader unit, and the robust compact tools produced for caravans, toolboxes etc. Are specified in utility garages (e.g. For electric meters) requiring remote access. They have provided onsite installation support and mold development and have thus already performed some 500 such integrations across North America and Europe. Implementing the use of industrial garage door lock kits with remote access capabilities can provide instant real-time alerts, time-scheduled access, and seamless integration to the building management systems.
Conclusion
The strength of an industrial garage door is derived from the capability of its lock kit. Whether it serves to guard against theft, meet regulations, endure the elements or integrate with technology, an industrial garage door lock kit represents an investment with huge potential. WenZhou MeiGu Lock Industry Co., Ltd provides precision die-casting, CNC machining and surface treatments solutions that serve global markets, and has a long track record of success. Visit www.meiguLock.com and ensure your industrial perimeter is secured by a robust, durable swing handle with rod control, stainless steel cam lock, or a fully custom developed hardware set for even a wind turbine garage door.