Locks and Security

If it were not for the need for security, there would be no glass cabinets. Therefore, locks are standard in all SO SHOWCASES. Regular locking mechanisms need to be easy to use, easy to maintain, and need to make the case relatively tamper resistant. Keeping out professional thieves requires more complicated and expensive measures, and these are typically used in museum applications. Some high security features may include: locks with a unique key number registered to the client, security film applied to the glass interior (to prevent smash and grabs), and electronic monitoring. 

Standard locks are used in all displays unless specified otherwise. To satisfy special security concerns or specifications, we may also provide locks from any manufacturer, including Kenstan and Abloy. Please contact our design team to discuss all your concerns regarding security.

Depending on the manufacturer, different options may be available:

•   Various finishes and colours

•   Key control (registered key numbers, specific to store or department)

•   Controlled duplication of key numbers

•   Key retaining vs. non-key retaining (key retaining locks prevent the key from being removed unless the lock is engaged)

•   Resistance to attack (increased resistance to drilling and picking)

•   Electronic key systems for monitoring display case access