Key Cabinets for Secure Key Storage and Management
Key cabinets provide secure, organised storage for managing multiple keys within workplaces and controlled environments. By centralising key storage and restricting access to authorised personnel, key cabinets reduce key loss, improve accountability and support structured security procedures across offices, schools, healthcare settings and commercial facilities.
What Are Key Cabinets?
Key cabinets are lockable storage units designed to organise, protect and manage large quantities of keys within an organisation. They are used where multiple users require access to room keys, vehicle keys, equipment keys or site access keys, helping maintain traceability and reduce unauthorised key use.
Total Locker Service supplies one of the UK’s most comprehensive ranges of key cabinets, with capacities from 10 to 600 key sets. Options include mechanical and electronic key cabinets, allowing organisations to select the appropriate level of control based on user numbers and internal security procedures.
All key cabinets are manufactured from durable steel with professional-grade finishes designed for long-term commercial use.
Key Cabinet Sizes and Capacities
Selecting the correct key cabinet capacity is essential to ensure current and future requirements are supported. Compact cabinets are ideal for small offices and reception areas, while high-capacity key management cabinets are commonly used by facilities teams, property managers, fleet operators and educational institutions.
Numbered hook systems allow structured key organisation, enabling fast identification and reducing downtime caused by misplaced keys.
Wall-Mounted Key Cabinets for Everyday Key Control
Wall-mounted key cabinets provide practical, space-efficient storage for everyday key management. Models are available in a range of specifications to suit different operational environments.
- Mechanical key cabinets – traditional cylinder locking for controlled office use
- Electronic key cabinets – digital access systems with optional audit trail functionality
- Deep key cabinets – increased internal depth for key bunches and large fobs
- Slam-shut cabinets – fast closing for high-traffic areas
- High-security key cabinets – reinforced construction for sensitive environments
Locking Options and Security Levels
Key cabinets are available with several locking systems, including cylinder key locks, mechanical combination locks and electronic keypad access. The appropriate locking method depends on the number of users, the required level of accountability and internal access control policies.
Electronic key cabinets are particularly suited to larger organisations where audit tracking and controlled user permissions are required.
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Key cabinets provide structured, secure storage for managing multiple keys within workplaces and controlled environments. Centralised key storage improves accountability, reduces key loss and supports internal security procedures across offices, schools, workshops and commercial facilities.
Lockable key cabinets offer clear organisation through numbered hook systems and controlled access locking. They are widely used for managing building access keys, vehicle keys, equipment keys and asset control in both public and private sector organisations.
Key Cabinet Ranges for Everyday Use
Our standard key cabinet ranges are manufactured from pressed and folded steel with durable powder-coated finishes designed for long-term commercial use. Adjustable hook bars allow internal layouts to be configured for different key lengths, quantities and fob sizes.
These cabinets are ideal for organisations that require organised, secure key storage without the complexity of electronic key management systems. Typical applications include schools, offices, property management companies and shared commercial facilities.
High-Security Key Cabinets and Safes
For environments where enhanced protection is required, reinforced key cabinets and key safes provide thicker steel construction and upgraded locking systems. These models are commonly specified where insurer expectations or higher-risk conditions apply.
Heavy-gauge steel bodies, reinforced doors and secure locking mechanisms provide increased resistance to attack while maintaining practical day-to-day usability. Deeper models are available to accommodate key bunches, modern vehicle fobs and specialist access devices.
Key Cabinet Sizes and Security Levels
Key cabinets are available in a wide range of capacities, typically from 10 to 600 key sets. Selecting the correct size ensures sufficient space for current requirements while allowing capacity for future growth.
Capacity, cabinet depth and locking specification should be matched to the operational environment and the level of security required.
Choosing the Right Key Cabinet
Assessing Capacity
Count the total number of keys requiring storage and allow an additional 30–40% spare capacity. This prevents overcrowding and supports efficient day-to-day key management.
Security Requirements
Standard steel key cabinets are suitable for lower-risk internal environments. Reinforced cabinets or key safes are recommended for higher-risk areas or where insurance compliance is required.
Installation Considerations
Most key cabinets are wall-mounted and should be securely fixed to solid masonry using appropriate fixings. Larger or high-capacity units may require professional installation to ensure correct support and positioning.
Delivery, Installation and Support
Based in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, Total Locker Service supplies key cabinets across the UK with fast mainland delivery. Installation support is available for larger projects or heavier high-capacity units.
- UK mainland delivery
- Installation support available
- After-sales assistance and technical advice
Typical Applications for Key Cabinets
Key cabinets are widely used in education, healthcare, property management, automotive, retail, manufacturing and facilities management environments. They provide structured key control for organisations managing multiple access points, vehicles or secured assets.
For organisations requiring large-scale electronically managed key control with user tracking and audit functionality, dedicated electronic key management systems are available separately.