Kwikset Unveils Three Innovative Door Lever Collections
Kwikset introduces three distinct and stylish door lever collections—Perth™, Trafford™ and Sedona™—furthering its commitment to blending cutting-edge security with contemporary design aesthetics. The Perth collection embodies a bold and distinctive design, showcasing a slender shape crafted for comfort and style. Each lever includes the innovative SmartKey Security™, fortified with a transitional designer rosette for a modern touch.
Kwikset Introduces UNITE, Company’s First Electronic Access Control Solution For Multifamily
Kwikset brand of Spectrum Brands, Inc. – Hardware & Home Improvement Division, introduces its first-ever electronic access control (EAC) solution to the Multifamily market. UNITE will give property managers and owners in the Multifamily sector a number of noteworthy benefits. Besides providing a more effective way to manage their properties, it will reduce key management time and costs while increasing profits.
Kwikset Reveals Two Brand New SmartCode Electronic Deadbolts
Kwikset unveils its two newest products: SmartCode™ 260 Keypad Deadbolts and SmartCode™ 270 Touchpad Deadbolts. Both deadbolts are now available in Traditional (TRL) and Contemporary (CNT) styles and feature BILT® app support. The SmartCode™ 260 Keypad Deadbolts provide more value and features, including a new responsive 10-button keypad design, 50 user codes, a new fast motorized deadbolt, cool white LEDs for bright illumination, and Microban® antimicrobial protection technology built into the finish and keypad.
Kwikset Launches First Commercial Grade Product
Kwikset® brand of Spectrum Brands, announces the launch of SmartCode 955. Functioning as a commercial-grade electronic lever, SmartCode 955 provides advanced security, strength and durability. It is the first commercial-grade electronic lever from Kwikset designed to serve the security needs of facility managers, residential and commercial property owners, and small business owners. SmartCode 955 is now available for purchase from select retailers.
Kwikset Introduces Iron Black Finish To Connected Smart Locks
With the introduction of a striking new Iron Black finish to its smart lock collection, Kwikset brand of Spectrum Brands, Inc. is heightening its already strong focus on lock design and aesthetics. The contemporary versions of Kwikset’s SmartCode 914 Deadbolt Lock and SmartCode 916 Touchscreen Electronic Deadbolt will be the company’s first connected smart locks to feature the new Iron Black finish.
Kwikset Introduces 2nd Generation Signature Series Deadbolt at ISC West 2019
Kwikset® brand of Spectrum Brands introduced the next generation of its popular Signature Series Deadbolt with Home Connect at ISC West. Available in both traditional and contemporary models like the original version, the new Signature Series Deadbolt with Home Connect will feature two significant upgrades. With these enhancements, the Signature Series is expected to extend the popularity of this well-received lock line.
US DOJ Sues to Block ASSA ABLOY’s Proposed Acquisition of Spectrum Brands’ Division
The U.S. Department of Justice filed a civil antitrust lawsuit to block ASSA ABLOY AB’s (ASSA ABLOY) proposed $4.3 billion acquisition of the Hardware and Home Improvement division of its rival, Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc (Spectrum). ASSA ABLOY and Spectrum are two of the three largest producers of residential door hardware in the concentrated, $2.4 billion U.S. industry. If the merger were to go through the DoJ says that Assa Abloy would have a “near monopoly” on premium mechanical door hardware and more than a 50 percent share in smart locks.
ProdataKey Partners With Dwelo To Create Unique Perimeter Security Solution
ProdataKey and Dwelo LLC announced a partnership that will seamlessly integrate PDK’s cloud access control technology into the Dwelo smart apartment platform. Dwelo’s web and mobile software, which currently offers apartment dwellers the ability to control smart devices such as light switches, thermostats and door deadbolts for their individual units, will be adding features to manage access to common areas of their building or community, such as entry gates, clubhouse, gym and laundry facilities.
Z-Wave Alliance Hosts Z-Wave Pavilion CES 2018
The Z-Wave Alliance, an open consortium of leading global companies deploying Z-Wave, will host the largest smart home footprint this year at CES 2018. The Pavilion will for the first time include over 30 smart home brands with new IoT devices, along with a full walk through home demonstrating different brands working together to create one cohesive smart home experience.
Grab An Amazon Key: New Level Of Delivery Convenience For Prime Members
Amazon Key will be available on November 8 in 37 cities and surrounding areas across the U.S., with more locations rolling out over time. Delivery is available on tens of millions of items sold on Amazon.com and the delivery is available at no extra cost for Prime members. Amazon Key works with Same-Day, One-Day, Two-Day and Standard Shipping. Once set-up is complete, receiving in-home delivery is as simple as a click: customers select “in-home” while shopping and Amazon handles the rest. No passcodes, no fuss.
Chip Vendors Hit the Ground Running With Thread IoT Spec
Connected home device makers can already see the guts of future products that will use the Thread wireless protocol. Now’s a good time to get those going, judging from a new Internet of Things forecast. The Thread Group released its specification for low-power mesh networks on Tuesday, and two companies that helped to develop the spec have already announced components based on it.
Deck the Halls With Smart Home Technology
2014 will go down in history as the year smart home technology went mainstream. Rapidly evolving security, entertainment, cleaning, and mobile technology have made home automation more affordable and easier to integrate than ever before. And this holiday season is the perfect time to give yourself and others the gift of smart home convenience.
Access Control Company UniKey Teams With Hotel Lock Manufacturer MIWA
UniKey, the industry leader in smart access control technology announces integration of its keyless entry technology with hospitality door locks from MIWA Lock Company, the leading choice of electronic locking systems by hotel chains around the world. The Smartphone based touch-to-open technology will be integrated with MIWA’s flagship ALV2 System and will be showcased this […]