What to consider when choosing a key cabinet. Key cabinets come in a wide variety of sizes with a wide range of security features and locking methods. You don’t want to pay for functionality that you would not need or use.

When choosing a key storage cabinet, you should consider the following:

Number of keys to be stored

Size of the keys being stored

The resistance to breaking in

Locking method

Size of key cabinets

Key vault will store keys from 20 to 100

System key cabinets store  keys from  20 to 600

Padlock system key cabinets store 24, 50 and 100 keys

High-security key cabinets store  60 to 300 keys

Size of the keys being stored

For large bunches of keys, it is often more cost-effective to select a System Key Cabinet and remove every other key rail to provide more keyspace.    

• KEY VAULT DEEP Designed to meet the requirements of insurance companies in the control, tracking and security of keys associated with a risk to valuables or property, our range of Key Vaults offer twice as much security and strength provided by standard key cabinets. Constructed from 2.5mm fabricated steel with a flush closing door which includes removable hinge pins for easy upgrading, they are ideal for commercial use. These cabinets are also supplied as standard with a half Euro profile cylinder that can be upgraded to integrate with an existing master key or security system. As with the System cabinets, the Key Vault has adjustable hook bars, a removable control index, sign-out tabs (to record a paper trail of key usage) and is also available in a deeper model for the storage of bunches of keys. View all Key Vault Deep
• KEY VAULT PADLOCK A heavy-duty deep range of key cabinets designed specifically for padlocks or bunches of keys. The key hooks are longer than standard, double spaced and staggered to provide the additional space required. Constructed from 2.5mm fabricated steel with a flush closing door which includes removable hinge pins for easy upgrading, they are ideal for commercial use. These cabinets are also supplied as standard with a half Euro profile cylinder that can be upgraded to integrate with an existing master key or security system. As with the System cabinets, the Key Vault has adjustable hook bars, a removable control index, sign-out tabs (to record a paper trail of key usage) and is also available in a deeper model for the storage of bunches of keys. 
• System Cabinet Deep For larger requirements, our range of System Cabinets Deep provide the extra space required to accommodate bunches or a mixture of bunches and individual keys and are available with 35, 48, 100, 150 or 200 hanging hooks. Constructed from 1.5mm pressed and folded steel and secured with a choice of five locking options. Each model is finished in a robust powder coat paint finish (RAL 7035) and has a removable control index for out-of-hours peace of mind, colour-coded hook bars and tags to ensure quick identification, both of which are numbered. These System Cabinets Deep are best suited to commercial and industrial use for key control and tracking.

The resistance to breaking in

Key security if you just need to store keys in a secure space for just organising then a Key Store or a System cabinet will suffice. IF you want to ensure that opportunist fives breaking into a car showroom are going away without the cars then a key safe is what you need. 

here are situations where only the best security solution is good enough and in those situations we recommend our range of High-Security Key Safes. Constructed from 3mm steel, secured with a three-way locking mechanism, shooting 20mm bolts and a VdS approved lock as standard our high-security key safes give peace of mind to banks, police stations, and prestige motor dealers throughout the UK.

These high-security key safes are designed to increase security and prevent unauthorised access in domestic, commercial and light industrial situations. They feature adjustable key bar and hooks to match the keys they keep secure and are able to be fitted with a combination or electronic locking mechanism.

Not only are our high-security key safes flexible on the inside but we have designed a range of products to suit all needs.  Our deep key safes are designed to allow the secure storage of key bunches and the floor standing option allows for high capacity while remaining easy to access using key panels and telescopic slides.

Locking methods

Standard locking is key

Additional Locking Options – 3-Wheel Combination Lock
3-wheel dial combination lock
Security ‘spy proof’ dial
Offering additional security over a standard key lock
Mechanical operation requires no batteries or wiring
Can be re-programmed with up to 1 Million codes
Available on Key Vault 30 to 600 hook cabinets

Additional Locking Options – Push Button Combination Latch Lock
Ideal for use by multiple users and simple to use
Operation – Insert code & turn the handle to unlock, Close door to lock
Up to 8,000 possible combinations Code can be easily changed
Mechanical operation requires no batteries or wiring
Operating and code change instructions included
Durable Satin Chrome finish

Additional Locking Options – Electronic Combination Lock
VdS class 1 safe lock
6 digit code length – easily changed in the event of personnel changes
Up to 8 user codes permitted
Optional timed delay opening included as standard
Wrong try penalty time out & lockout functions
Batteries operating and programming instructions included
Available on 20 to 300 hook cabinets