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There’s a wide variety of safe types currently on both the consumer and professional market today – and they can be evenly split between traditional mechanical varieties and electronic varieties. In this blog post, the commercial security experts here at … Continue reading
Safes and lockboxes are often confused for each other, but in reality these pieces of equipment are very different in their function and level of true security, although they may sound similar. Here’s a guide to the differences between professional … Continue reading
Gun safes have interiors that are meant to hold long guns, such as rifles, shotguns, carbines, and muskets. Long guns are usually defined by the extended lengths of their barrels, as opposed to the length of the weapon mechanisms itself. … Continue reading
There’s a ton of options that consumers have in terms of technology that can help them secure their belongings. However, there’s some crossover with these items – specifically with safes and lockboxes. How secure are they? How much protection do … Continue reading
While the word “key” conjures the same shape of a traditional key in many people’s minds, there’s actually quite a bit of variance in the shape, structure, and function of keys. This small blog entry will help you differentiate between … Continue reading
If you’re looking to maximize the integrity of your home or business security, electronic surveillance is an essential must. Since the advent of security technology, robberies and break-ins has steadily decreased. By investing in electronic security systems, you’re exponentially increasing … Continue reading
Just like most home appliances and tools, locks sometimes need to be changed for varying reasons. Thankfully, it’s quite a simple and easy process to get your locks replaced. This is a distinctively different process than re-keying, which has … Continue reading
There’s a number of practical tactics that homeowners can adopt to increase the security of their home. Oftentimes, resisting burglary is a matter of mindfully making sure there are no loose strings in your home security, as well as installing … Continue reading
If you are a small business owner, you have things you need to protect. Those “things” include important documents that may cause suspension of your business activities if lost or stolen. You may be the owner of a small business … Continue reading
When you want to keep your most important documents or valuable items secure, you need a safe. However, not all safes are created equal, so take a moment to learn more about safes before you buy a safe Fireproof Safes … Continue reading
It’s easy to claim that you’re the best in the industry. There is rarely anyone willing to try and challenge you, especially in an industry as understated and locksmiths. So how exactly do you know who’s really the best and … Continue reading
In classic old movies it is quite common to see a home office with a large picture behind the desk and then the man walks over slides the painting to one side and reveals a safe set in the … Continue reading
Safes are a common security measure that many people keep in their homes. Safes will vary in size and are used for different protection items. Some people have safes to protect all of their guns. These safes tend to be … Continue reading
Historically, humans have sought to protect their property and valuables from fires. While the Egyptians buried their scrolls in the pyramids, Greeks carved their records on fire-proof ivory slabs. The modern iron safes with inner walls of stone, cement, plaster, … Continue reading
Safes have been used traditionally to protect cash, important documents and valuables from fire and theft. There are several varieties of safes in the market today. This is an important investment for your home or office. Hence, you should consider … Continue reading
New York City is one of the largest cities in the world. There are millions of people living in a very small space. With so many people living in such a small space, it can be tough to feel safe … Continue reading
Standard Features Include: Outside Dimensions: H: 131⁄2” W: 163⁄4” D: 151⁄4” Inside Dimensions: H: 91⁄2” W: 123⁄4” D: 101⁄4” Weight: 85 • One-hour fire safe label* • Center bolt down ( hardware included ) • Dual security key and combination … Continue reading
Standard Features Include: Outside Dimensions: H: 371⁄4” W: 231⁄4” D: 253⁄4” Inside Dimensions: H: 30” W: 18” D: 173⁄4” Cubic Inches: 9585 Weight: 620 Shelves: 3 • Thick 41⁄4” door with recessed anti-pry design. Safe walls are 21⁄2” thick • … Continue reading
Standard Features Include: Outside Dimensions: H:18” W:111⁄2” D:13” Inside Dimensions: H:11” W: 101⁄2” D: 101⁄2” Cubic Inches: 1213 Weight: 105 • CLASS B Insurance Rating – 1/2” steel door with punch resistant bolt and relocking device to deter forcible entry. … Continue reading
Standard Features Include: Outside Dimensions: H: 123⁄8” W: 143⁄8” D:6” Inside Dimensions: H:12” W:14” D: 41⁄2”” Cubic Inches: 756 Weight: 45 • A 1” flange for easier installation. • Designed to be recessed into a wall and concealed by a … Continue reading
Specification on Gardall safe SOS Locksmith carries Gardall FL1218 Safe Standard Features of Gardall FL1218 Safe NYC Include: Outside Dimensions: H:18” W:111/2” D:13” Inside Dimensions: H:11” W:101⁄2” D: 101⁄2”” Cubic Inches: 1213 Weight: 110 • CLASS B Insurance Rating – 1/2” … Continue reading
Standard Features Include: Outside Dimensions: H:211⁄4” W:181⁄8” D:201⁄8” Inside Dimensions: H:161⁄2” W:13” D:131⁄4” Cubic Inches: 2,842 Weight: 355 Shelves: 1 · Hard plate to deter drilling. · Independent re-locking device. · Solid steel handle designed to shear off under attack. … Continue reading
Features: Withstands fire of up to 1850°F and a 30’ drop-the equivalent of falling through a two story building Handle activated locking system with 7/8” diameter solid steel locking bolts Auxiliary spring loaded re-locking mechanism in event of … Continue reading
A home safe is an excellent way to keep your important items and documents secure. New York City experienced 37,835 cases of grand larceny in 2010. While your first line of defense is properly protecting your home, a safe will … Continue reading
Many New Yorkers believe they will never need to have a safe installed in their home. They have come to assume that safes are only for protecting large sums of money, papers related to money, guns, or very expensive heirloom … Continue reading
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