{"id":996,"date":"2014-04-16T07:00:18","date_gmt":"2014-04-16T12:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.soslocksmith.com\/blog\/?p=996"},"modified":"2015-02-17T15:41:10","modified_gmt":"2015-02-17T20:41:10","slug":"security-for-educational-facilities-in-nyc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.soslocksmith.com\/blog\/security-for-educational-facilities-in-nyc\/","title":{"rendered":"Security For Educational Facilities in NYC"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Unfortunately, some of us come to expect the worst safety conditions in our learning environments. Today headlines are filled with shootings and scenarios that tantamount crisis. Truthfully, it seems that most of us merely hope that the time between such incidents is prolonged as long as possible. While these stories seemingly surface more often, or are proliferated by the media, locking technologies are advancing rapidly. By now, a majority of us have inferred that with better security comes lesser the opportunity for these circumstances to occur. Possibly the most important aspect of this conversation is geared towards our students. Protecting students in schools is undoubtedly the most important aspect that humanity may consider. So what types of security systems should be used in the academic system? We\u2019ll break down a few things you should consider in the locks that should be used and the doors they should be installed on.<\/p>\n

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High-security locks<\/a> are necessary to protect entry ways that lead to students, faculty and administration. These entry ways need to be outfitted with locks that can withstand a lot of torment. The reason why is simple. Usually intruders don\u2019t have time to pick a lock in these scenarios. Instead brut force is initiated. For academic entryways, we recommend state-of-the-art deadbolt locks. We\u2019ll list three we recommend here.<\/p>\n

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Medeco Logic Deadbolt<\/h2>\n

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Medeco supplies some of the best high-security locks on the market. The Medeco Logic Deadbolt is one of them. The lock exceeds the ANSI Grade 1 standard for an auxiliary lock. It\u2019s resistant to wrenching, prying, bumping and hammering attacks. It also has a one inch throw hardened steel bolt to prevent crowbar attacks. Here\u2019s a recap of its features.<\/p>\n

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\u2022\u00a0\u00a0ANSI Grade 1<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Controlled Access-electronically programed keys<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Data of entry and exit, user and guest<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Electronic rekeying<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Advanced Medeco Software<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Solid brass collar spins under pressure to prevent wrench attacks<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Large thumb turn provides ease of use by physically challenged individuals.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Steel shroud over bolt protects against\u00a0\u201cice pick\u201d\u00a0type attacks<\/p>\n

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Abloy Protec2 Single Cylinder Deadbolt<\/h2>\n

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In 2001 the Abloy Protec system was created. Not a single documented picking attempt has been known to succeed on this lock. In 2012 they introduced the Protec2 Single Cylinder<\/a> and it packs a punch. It\u2019s the highest grade: ANSI Grade 1. The rating is based on extreme physical attack resistance. Some of the other specs are as follows. (We should mention that the user reviews are some of the best.) We\u2019d suggest this lock to anyone.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0ANSI Grade 1<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Housed in steel body and hardened steel cylinder for maximum resistance to drilling<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0H2X extreme 2″ hardened bolt can withstand 2 tons of force<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a01\/4\u201d\u00a0(6mm) thick steel screws to prevent angled prying<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Steel bolt shield\u00a0against ice picks<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Reinforced steel strike box with 2″ anchor screws<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Solid rotating collar so wrenches and pliers are ineffective<\/p>\n

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Schlage Single Cylinder Deadbolt Lock<\/a><\/h2>\n

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This lock is very standard in many facilities and holds up to extreme tampering, prying, bumping and ice picking conditions. Schlage has been around for 90 years. This lock is as impressive as those 90 years, and is great for academic security settings.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Brass finish<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a02-3\/8″ to 2-3\/4″ backset<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0ANSI Grade 1<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Biggest adjustable bolt available<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Pick, bump and pry resistant<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Guaranteed to fit all standard doors<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Lifetime limited finish and mechanical warranty<\/p>\n

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For classroom doors we recommend one locking system. Why one? Because it\u2019s completely unequalled in performance. Not only in performance, but the lock is very cost efficient. That lock would be the GL87 Arrow classroom lock:<\/p>\n

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GL87 Arrow classroom lock<\/b><\/h3>\n

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The GL87 Arrow classroom lock works in a user-friendly way. The outside lever is locked or unlocked by key. A locked clutch function allows the lever to turn freely; yet, this will not retract the dead latch until the outside lever is unlocked with a key. Inside the lever is always unlocked and retracts the latch when turned. When the door is unlocked, the door remains operable from both inside and outside. Here are a few certifications it has received:<\/p>\n

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\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0UL\/cUL listed<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0ANSI\/BHMA A156.2, Series 4000, Grade 1.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Federal Specification FF-H-106Cu<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0ANSI A117.1 Accessibility Code<\/p>\n

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