Ever seen a lock with a round key and thought what wizardry it is? That’s a tubular lock, although some folks call it an Ace, ...

Certain U-shaped bike locks that have been the industry security standard for 20 years are no longer so secure. That’s because a 30-second video available on the Internet shows how the expensive locks ...

A typical key consists of a key blade part that is inserted into the keyhole, and a handle part that you grip and turn by hand. However, the Berlin lock, which was invented in Germany over 100 years ...

A lock by any other name… From the dawn of civilization and conception of possession, humans have faced the desire to protect themselves and their belongings. While the basic need for security hasn’t ...

BANGALORE: Imagine a burglar picking a four-foot long lock, weighing 15 kg — he'd have to keep turning the key. No wonder, there were not many burglaries in India a 100 years ago. BANGALORE: Imagine a ...

Of all the technology you use on a daily basis, you probably pay the least attention to the mechanical miracles that keep your home or your gym bag secure. Locks and keys have been around for ...

Leaving a spare key under the doormat or on top of a doorframe is never a good idea. A dedicated lock box for your spare keys allows you to provide entry to others when you’re not around—like dog ...