With the advent of electronic locks, car doors can now be operated without contact between key and vehicle. These door locks feature an actuator that is typically triggered when it picks up electrical signals from a wireless, remote-control device. The actuator is a mechanical system that consists of different components including gears, a mechanical linkage, an electric motor and a cable all working in tandem to operate the lock.
While electronic door locks eliminate most of the problems associated with traditional key locks, they are not problem-free.
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The safety of property is always the number one concern for property owners. For this reason, a locksmith plays a major role in ensuring the mode of locking is safe. There are not many locksmiths in the industry, and starting a locksmith business could prove to be a very good investment.
The following steps should be followed in order to start a successful locksmith business;
Legal requirements
The first thing as an entrepreneur is to investigate what is required by the local authorities.
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There are plenty of decisions to make when renovating a house, some of which are big, and then there are the smaller decisions which often come down to personal taste. As someone who is renovating a house for the first time, you know that you want to replace all the hardware on your interior doors. The current hardware is old and dirty, so you know you want door hardware which is more contemporary and modern.
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As vehicle manufacturers continue to load new cars with technology, the risk of cyber attacks has continued to increase. These newer model vehicles contain highly integrated infotainment and security systems. For example, the door locks, navigation system and steering wheel may all be connected via the same technology platform.
This has led to the risk of cyber attackers hacking into Wi-Fi and Bluetooth signals to gain access to your vehicle. So how can this risk be prevented?
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If you own a fleet of service vehicles, you may be prone to frequent break-ins. This is because your branded vehicles can become targets due to the equipment stored therein.
Thieves may also think that your drivers keep cash and other valuables inside the vehicles. And because your fleet is frequently on the road providing services to customers, they can become an easy target for car break-ins. So how can you secure your business assets from theft?
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