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in design , usability , and manufacturing , while constantly fine-tuning ideas . Feedback from locksmiths like Paul Batty and others is invaluable in identifying what works on the ground , allowing us to improve tools before they ever reach the market .
As we navigate these challenges , we continue to lean on our company ’ s rich history of innovation . Souber ® Tools , founded in 1990 by Paul Souber , has been deeply rooted in creating professional locksmithing solutions . Paul , who worked for Chubb Locks for 13 years , brought his extensive engineering skills to this new venture , ensuring that each product is designed to meet the day to day needs of locksmiths .
In 1989 , Paul invented his first locksmithing tool , which sparked the creation of Souber ® Tools . Since then , our product range has grown significantly , with over 600 lines available today , including the acclaimed DBB 5-Minute Morticer . We ’ ve developed a strong reputation for producing high-quality , reliable and precise tools that professionals trust . To ensure the highest standards , Souber ® Tools employs specialist staff and works with over 50 associate subcontract operations to complete the tools . We have invested heavily in precision manufacturing , equipping
our facilities with extensive monitoring instrumentation and equipment . This allows us to conduct stringent engineering checks and quality controls before products are dispatched , ensuring that every tool we produce meets the expectations of locksmiths worldwide .
We also maintain a large stock of fastmoving items and hold raw materials in bulk , minimising the effects of supply fluctuations and world currency changes . This approach helps us deliver consistent , reliable service to our customers .
The Road Ahead While developing new tools and accessories takes time and effort , the payoff is often well worth it . We are confident that this particular power tool , along with the custom accessories we ’ re working to develop , will become an essential part of every locksmith ’ s toolkit in the years to come .
Our company has always focused on offering ‘ simple , effective , precision tools — affordable and easy to use ’. Through constant innovation , we ’ ve grown to become a trusted name within the locksmithing industry , not just in the UK but across over 20 countries worldwide , including the United States , Australia , and Japan .
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This journey highlights the importance of collaboration , creativity , and the willingness to challenge conventional thinking . As we continue to refine our products and listen to the feedback from locksmiths , we remain committed to developing solutions that make their work easier , safer , and more efficient .
At the end of the day , innovation in locksmithing is about more than just creating tools — it ’ s about creating solutions that address the unique challenges professionals face on a daily basis . And we ’ re just getting started . Our mission is clear : to continually evolve , respond to feedback , and bring the best possible products to the locksmithing industry , no matter the complexity of the task at hand .
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DECEMBER 2024
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