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School Locker Key Management: Reducing Loss and Admin Costs

School lockers

School locker keys are one of the most frequently replaced items in secondary education environments. Every academic year, keys are lost, swapped, damaged or taken home. While each incident seems minor, the cumulative cost to estates teams and school administrators is significant.


Gym & Leisure Locker Keys: Common Problems and Solutions

Locker lock keyless

Gym locker keys are one of the most common operational pain points in fitness centres and leisure facilities. Members rush in and out. Keys are clipped to wrist straps. Chains break. Keys leave the building. Over time, these small incidents accumulate into measurable cost and disruption.


Sustainable Lockers: Environmental & ESG Considerations

sustainable lockers

Sustainable lockers are no longer a niche procurement concern. In 2026, environmental and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) considerations increasingly influence purchasing decisions across schools, workplaces and industrial environments. Lockers, as long-term infrastructure assets, form part of that evaluation. This Read more…


Common Locker Buying Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

Industrial lockers

Buying lockers may appear straightforward. However, many organisations discover problems only after installation. Poor durability, lock failures, corrosion and congestion issues often stem from specification errors made at the procurement stage. This guide explains the most common mistakes made when Read more…


Smart Lockers in 2026: Are They Worth the Investment?

Smart locker finger print reader

Smart lockers in the UK are no longer experimental technology. In 2026, they are increasingly specified in hybrid workplaces, universities and commercial environments. However, the key question remains: are smart lockers worth the investment?

While traditional cam and digital combination locks remain common, smart locker systems offer centralised control, access tracking and flexible allocation. This article examines RFID, keypad and app-based systems, hybrid working impact, lifecycle


Locker Regulations UK: What Employers Must Provide

Heated lockers for staff use

The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 require employers to provide suitable and sufficient facilities for storing clothing where workers change into special workwear.


Industrial Lockers & PPE Storage: Compliance and Separation

lockers for industrial use

Industrial lockers are not simply storage units. In factories, warehouses and logistics centres, they form part of workplace compliance infrastructure. They support hygiene control, personal protective equipment (PPE) storage, and security in high-risk environments. Incorrect specification can create contamination risks, Read more…


How Long Do Lockers Last? Lifecycle & 10-Year Cost Analysis

Long life span lockers from Total Locker Service

Locker lifespan is one of the most overlooked factors in procurement decisions. Many organisations focus on upfront price rather than total lifecycle cost. However, lockers are long-term infrastructure assets. Choosing correctly can reduce replacement frequency, maintenance workload and capital expenditure over time.


Lockers for Wet Areas: What Actually Works Long-Term?

Plastic clocker

Wet area lockers operate in some of the harshest indoor conditions found in commercial buildings. Swimming pools, spas and leisure centres create constant humidity, condensation cycles and chemical exposure. Over time, these conditions test every component of a locker system. Read more…


Locker Locking Systems: Cam, Coin, Digital and Smart Compared

Locker locking systems

Locker locks determine security, administrative workload, and long-term operational costs. While the locker body provides structure, the locking system controls access and ongoing management burden. This guide compares cam locks, coin-operated locks, digital combination locks and smart locker systems. It Read more…