The Locksmith Journal Nov-Dec 2016 - Issue 47 | Page 58

58 • TRAINING the technology will go wrong and their house will stop working. This is equally true of business owners and security managers, where they have the added worry of sensitive data and budget management. The reassurance of a brand and trade professionals that understand the products and has a pedigree in this area will be invaluable when it comes to securing sales and introducing smart security. Although the technology is developing rapidly and larger names are entering the market, it should not be a barrier to entry for locksmiths. So, how can locksmiths capitalise on this trend and what support is available to integrate this into their business? installation and this is especially true when it comes to new products on the market that people are less familiar with. This creates an ideal opportunity for locksmiths to promote their services and become advocates of smart home security solutions. Although there is a desire amongst homeowners for these lifestyle products there is still apprehension around their reliability, particularly in relation to security. When it comes to fitting smart products, 40% of homeowners would prefer professional Mul-T-Lock offers a range of products, which can help locksmiths access the elmech and smart home market. This includes products such as ENTR, SMARTair, Traka 21 and CLIQ, which are suitable for a number of applications. Combining Mul-T-Lock’s security products with today’s advanced technology, ENTR gives you secure, convenient keyless control over the access to your home. You have a variety of ways to unlock your door, via a mobile app, fingerprint reader, pin code reader or remote fob and programme scheduled access authorisations and much more. See: https://youtu.be/I1psGEwJToE Traka 21, a stand-alone key management system, combines innovative RFID technology and robust design for locksmiths to offer small and medium sized businesses and homeowners intelligent management of up to 21 keys or keysets in an affordable plug and play unit. CLIQ offers locksmiths an entrylevel solution, combining both mechanical and elmech technology. The intelligent key and cylinder solution, CLIQ® allows controlled key and access management without the complexity or cost of a hard wired system, and is popular amongst locksmiths and end users thanks to its efficiency and enhanced security features. See: https://youtu.be/ZUulaN3GkG4 LOCKSMITHJOURNAL.CO.UK | NOV/DEC 2016