The Locksmith Journal Nov-Dec 2017 - Issue 53 | Page 84

84 • KEYCUTTING PROUD SPONSORS OF THIS PAGE CE MAG AUTUMN 2017_v4__ 29/08/2017 20:44 Page 13 C O M PA N Y N E W S + C O M PA N Y N E W S + C O M PA N Y N E W S + C O M PA N Y N E W S INDEPENDENT KEYS PARTNERS WITH ZONE UK UNDERSTANDING YOUR CUSTOMERS IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS. » » INDEPENDENT KEYS IS now partnered with Zone UK and is offering the full range of Zone locking products. Since its re-introduction in 2014, Zone has proved to be a popular choice among key cutters, hardware stores and locksmiths, thanks to quality and competitive pricing. The Zone 1500 series is a 6-pin Euro cylinder which is anti-bump, anti-pick and anti-drill and the added benefit of a snap-safe feature. The 1500 series is available in both Brass and Nickel finishes both offering boxed and visi-pack variants. The boxed versions also feature a header card design allowing them to be displayed or stored away in a van or stock room. The range is available in all popular sizes For those interested in in double, single and thumb becoming a Zone stockist, turn variants. A separate several merchandising pinning kit allows users to options are available. key cylinders alike or to the The large two metre high 1000 series Rim cylinders Independent Keys owner Chris King believes merchandiser displays also offered by Zone. the experience gained by having his own most popular The 8000 series shop Nightlatch cobblers before buying the Independent Keys items in gives both him an understanding the of what Zone is range including range features important to his customers. padlocks, rim cylinders, euro deadlocking and none- Independent Keys started life as Independent Key cylinders, nightlatches and deadlocking in both narrow Services (South West) back in 1981 under the Where space best is at possible service and support to his customers. and standard sizes - of available stewardship Peter Matthews. chains. Peter spent the next “All of our customers are independent shops, many 30 years servicing across the south a premium, wall mounted in Grey, Polished Brass, his customers family businesses like our own. If we can help them west via his monthly van sales calls. Customers boards of are to fit their business and increase their sales then Polished Chrome & Peters Satin in depth knowledge appreciated key designed blanks grow they in turn they will buy more from us and we’ll and regularly customer keys alongside lined up on existing the key blank Chrome. Each comes had supplied both be happy” says Chris. counter for him to identify when he arrived. dispenser boards. There is with a 1000 series 6 pin “We have tried to avoid all the things that used to current a 12 owner hook counter stand cylinder. The business was purchased by also annoy us about our suppliers. We keep our free Chris King at the end of 2014 and moved to its carriage down to £65 which is the lowest on the for Dorset. padlocks. Zone’s choice of padlocks current warehouse in Wimborne, Since then market and we have no minimum order, we’ll happily business has modernised beyond recognition. range from the the 10 series brass send you out 1 key if that’s what you need. We’ll give The range of key blanks stocked has dramatically Call of 01258 857167 padlock, through the 790 you a call if we are ever out of stock of something, increased to including the introduction transponder see if there is an alternative or sometimes people keys, block chips, blades shells. The series high vehicle security lock. and [email protected] would rather wait until it is in stock. No more making introduction of a range of padlocks, locks and The trade counter is up open The 10 series brass padlocks an order just for it to arrive and the main thing you security products, more key rings and counter is out of stock!” 9.00-4.30 Monday to wanted Friday are also available as alongside keyed a comprehensive accessories range of batteries key cutters can for get key everything they key Independent Keys have just launched their cutting, blanks, alike as well as in means twin pack need under one roof. new to website with online ordering. Register at locks and all products variants in 30mm, 40mm & www.independentkeys.co.uk for your trade log Before purchasing Independent Keys, Chris and his take away. 50mm sizes. in, or give them a call on 01258 857167 for family owned a cobblers shop for several years. It was that experience that drives Chris to offer the more information. Register online for your trade login TODAY The ONE-STOP SHOP for key cutters. Order online at our NEW WEBSITE – www.independentkeys.co.uk 01258 857 167 [email protected] Unit 1C Bailie Gate Industrial Estate, Wimborne, Dorset. BH21 4DB 13 LOCKSMITHJOURNAL.CO.UK | NOV/DEC 2017 Sponsored by ABUS