At Amalgamated Locksmiths, we’re fully aware of the complexities associated with master key and restricted key systems which is why you should rely on us to install them for you. Our services include:
A master key system includes the master key which can open all the locks within your security system and additional restricted keys which can only operate certain locks and not others. This allows you to control who can have access to the various areas within your building.
A restricted key is one that only the locksmith who initially created the original restricted key system can copy. This type of key cannot be cut by just anyone which means only the key owner can authorise the duplication by taking it to the original locksmith.
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Description: A keyed-alike system is where just one key can open a variety of different locks.
Uses: This type of system can be useful for office buildings where there are multiple internal doors or cabinets that the majority of staff members need to access.
Description: This is a two-level system which has one master key to open all the locks and a collection of change keys that can only open specific locks within the security system.
Uses: This simple system can be used in a variety of different buildings where individuals are given keys to unlock the areas they need to access and the business owner or manager holds the master key.
Description: This is a three-level system that’s made up of two or more simple master key systems. The grand master key will open all the locks, while individual master keys can only open certain locks within a specified area and change keys can only open the specific locks they’re designed for.
Uses: This type of system would be useful in a building that has a variety of different designated areas such as office suites and workshops with a manager responsible for each.
Description: This four-level system goes one step further. It comprises the top-level great grand master key, followed by two or more grand master keys, several simple master keys and finally, a set of change keys for individual locks.
Uses: This system is primarily used for larger premises that have multiple departments or complexes with multiple buildings.
Description: These offer high-level security using digital technology rather than mechanical keys and allow for restricted access to different areas.
Uses: These types of systems are often used by large organisations such as hospitals, universities and other healthcare facilities that need optimum security.
Description: An interchangeable core system has a lock cylinder that can have the core lock changed with the use of a control key. This means that the lock can easily be rekeyed by anyone who has the control key by simply replacing the core with a new one.
Uses: This type of system can be very useful for businesses that often have staff changes as new locks and keys can quickly and easily be installed without calling a technician.
Description: Construction keyed systems are only used during the construction phase of a building to allow tradespeople easy access. Once the building is complete, the system is reconfigured so that only the occupants can now operate the locks.
Uses: Only used during the construction phase of a building.
There are plenty of benefits associated with the use of master key systems including:
The Promaster Key Management software allows you to keep track of all the keys within your security system which is vitally important to ensure your security is not compromised when staff members leave and are replaced.
As professional and highly skilled locksmiths with experience in restricted and master key systems, we service a comprehensive range of suburbs including:
Collingwood | Fitzroy | Footscray | Fairfield | Carlton | Clifton Hill | Brunswick | Abbotsford | Northcote | Richmond | Coburg | Preston | Port Melbourne | Melbourne CBD | North Melbourne | South Melbourne | East Melbourne | Heidelberg | Kew | South Yarra | Thornbury
A master key system has one master key that can open all the locks and individual keys for staff members who can only open one or more selected locks.
A master key system can be customised to suit the needs of your business with individual keys that only allow access to certain areas.
Master key systems are used by a variety of different businesses such as office buildings, retail premises, apartment complexes, schools, universities and hospitals.
Yes, as long as they are within the limits of the system’s original design.
If a master key is lost or stolen, all the locks will need to be replaced or rekeyed.
Duplicate keys can only be cut by the locksmith who originally created the system and only with the explicit permission of the master key holder or owner.
A master key can open all the locks within the security system it was designed for. It cannot open locks that are not within this same system.
