School lockers what is available for education

What lockers are available for use as school lockers and how to choose the most appropriate product. Lockers can be categorised by the resistance to damage, cost, locking methods and suitability to the user. You would not want the same height lockers for key stage 1 and 2 as you would for key stage 3 and 4. We at Total Locker Service can assist you in selecting the most appropriate product for you. We have a vast product portfolio available and can assist you in your selection or we can specify something specific.

How to select school lockers

 First determine what is to be stored and the size of the items.
 Then how it is to be locked.
 The likelihood of the locker being damaged or abused.
 The environment the locker is in.

Locker size

Lockers are available from very small available for storing mobile phones and personal belongings to very large available door lockers.

Standard lockers are available manufactured in heights between 1775mm and 1800mm high; widths are usually available from 225mm to 450mm and depths from 300mm to 550mm.

These standard lockers are available with a single door, two doors, three doors, four doors, five doors and six doors, other options are available.

Locking methods

The standard locking method for all lockers is a key lock usually called a cam lock supplied with two keys or a swivel hasp lock to take a padlock usually supplied by the customer.

Other locking options depending on locker door type are coin locks, mechanical combination locks, electronic combination locks and RFID card locks are a selection.

Swivel hasp locks can be used as a handle for use with Key stage 1 students.

Locker duty

Basic lockers are manufactured from steel with steel doors. If you need a more robust product then there are laminate door lockers which are far more robust and resistant to damage and vandalisam, they are usualy twice the price of a metal locker. Beyond this, there is an extra heavy duty locker which was specificaly designed for use in schools.
Total Locker Service suport all our lockers in the after market and can provide you with keys locks and replacement doors.

Locker environment

If your lockers are to last and provide trouble-free service you need to select lockers manufactured from the correct materials. Metal lockers are good for use inside a building that is dry and not to damp outside of this type of environment metal lockers will rust. Most metal lockers are supplied with locks that cant tolerates wet environments.

If you are to place lockers in a wet environment, the lockers need to have aluminium bodies and compact grade laminate doors this type of locker will function in wet and chlorine environments.

For municipal leisure and pools with large numbers of customers, you need to ensure that the lockers are such a heavy-duty that they will cope with the throughput.

For external use, the best choice is plastic locks as they will cope with the rain, sum and are incredibly heavy duty.

Coin Lockers Installed Edinburgh National Galleries

Lockers Edinburgh National Galleries Locker Projects

Coin lockers, In the constant strive to improve customer satisfaction whilst maintaining control of their costs. Therefore the team at the National Gallery asked how they could improve their existing provision for their customer’s luggage and bags. Furthermore the current system is an attendant controlled system located in two areas of the gallery. The plan was to go to a customer-controlled locker system. This needed to fit into their existing space and look suitable for the venue and easy to use.

We at Total Locker Service like to work with our customers to ensure that they achieve the best solution. Given the complexity of the problem, we arranged a visit to better understand their requirements. The team wanted the lockers to be easy to use, take a £1 returnable deposit in the coin lock and have a variety of locker sizes to cater for articles such as handbags, rucksacks, small cases, umbrellas and raincoats.

The main baggage area contained a large number of units designed to store coats. These were well-constructed substantial cupboards with an umbrella rack at the bottom. The main problem with this area is they wanted to keep these units and fit the lockers inside them. After an initial inspection, we discovered that the umbrella rack could be removed and that most of the units were a uniform size. The second area was more straightforward, it also had some storage units though these would be removed, except one which the team would like us to blend and match our lockers into.

Proposed solution

Given this demanding brief, we proposed a metal locker for the first area with a £1 coin return lock and a reinforced door. The lockers would be sized to fit the units. We proposed a selection of locker configurations from 1 through to 6 doors. The plan was to maximise the space available and look as if it were designed with the storage units originally.

The second area required a locker that would look more pleasing so we proposed a laminate door locker. Mounted on a laminate faced plinth with laminate faced top infill box at the same height as the last remaining old storage unit. These lockers would also have a £1 coin return lock fitted. The aim was functional and good looking to blend into their existing surroundings.

After some refinement of the proposal, we were awarded the contract. We installed the locker in two phases to minimise disruption to the gallery.

These lockers have now been in service for a number of years with no problems. Currently, we are converting the lockers to a coin collect system. To minimise disruption to the gallery our engineer will be working nights so we can complete this with no disruption.

Since this initial installation of lockers, we have supplied a number of the Edinburg galleries with locker systems. All of which were selected to meet the customer’s objectives, of both cost and functionality. We supplied the Royal Scottish Academy with metal lockers with reinforced doors and £1 coin return locks. For the Dean Gallery, we supplied mild steel lockers for their staff, in addition to System 2000 laminate door leisure lockers with £1 coin return locks. For the Modern Art Gallery, we supplied mild steel lockers for their staff along with Laminate door coin return locks for their customers use.

Total Locker Service works with customers to provide cost-effective solutions for new changing rooms. We provides service and spare parts to assist customers in getting the best out of their equipment. We aim to minimise any disruption, and complete the job safely and in time.

To find out more ring us on 01283 749211 or 01284 718771

Or visit our website: www.total-locker-service.com

John Scott

Z shaped lockers with DigiLock keypad locks

Total Locker Service completed a custom Z Shaped Locker project in London. The project comprised of 122 Z shaped lockers and 8 Lockers with 2 doors. lockers have a 275mm fixed panel at the top of the lockers 2 Z shaped locker doors and a 370mm base compartment. The lockers are 400mm wide by 450mm deep. The locks fitted to the lockers are digital keypad combination locks from DigiLock’s Axis range.

Lockers have numbers engraved into the doors for easy reading.

Designed not to rust with the body and shelves made from aluminium with a door frame made from stainless steel that improves rigidity to support the weight of the laminate doors. The whole body has been powder-coated in a custom colour specified by the client.

Locker doors were manufactured from Formica compact grade laminate which is both decorative, waterproof and easily cleaned giving years of maintenance-free use.

DigiLock Axis Combination Lock

The Axis range from DigiLock is their latest locker lock. Designed primarily for the leisure sector, Axis Standard Keypad locks operate in shared use functionality to secure day use lockers or in assigned use functionality to secure private lockers.

Features:

■ Keypad operation
■ All metal housing
■ Slim 5/16″ (8mm) profile
■ IP55 rated for moisture and dust protection
■ Standard, vertical, or horizontal body style
■ With or without pull handle
■ Brushed nickel or black finish
■ Visual & audible indicators
■ Manage with electronic keys or mobile device
■ Programmable auto-unlock
■ Customizable settings
■ Built-in audit trail
■ 3-5 year battery life
■ Powered by 4 premium AA batteries
■ Up to 5 year warranty

Extreme plastic lockers, outdoor lockers

Looking for a locker that will not corrode and rust will withstand the elements and is both tough and durable then you need the Extreme plastic locker. Splash-proof –The locker can happily be placed in damp environments, for example outside under cover or next to a swimming pool. The polyethene will not rust or corrode unlike steel lockers

Available in a range of attractive bright colours Grey bodies, doors available in 4 colour options; red, yellow, green or blue, three locker heights 450mm, 600mm and 900mm that can be stacked to form locker combinations.

Locking methods available are cam, hasp and coin return locks. There is also available sloping tops and locker stands.

Highly Vandal Resistant – Made of tough polyethene material. The thick plastic doors and body are rigid and will not flex and bend, unlike thin steel lockers.

Very Strong Hinge that can withstand 3200N before breaking

Quick facts:

• Three sizes available (450, 600 and 900mm high)
• Base size 320mm x 460mm
• Grey bodies with blue, red, yellow or green doors
• Label position and air vents on all models
• Lock Options – Key Lock, Swivel catch (for use with a padlock) or Coin Return locks available
• Can be stacked and nested together using specially marked fixing points, ensuring existing installations can be added to at any time in the future.

Laptop lockers. Where’s my laptop?

Laptop Lockers. Where’s my laptop?

Laptop lockers. Somewhere safe to store laptops or electronics equipment is essential, whether in the office, at college, in the factory, a shop or at school. Here we describe a variety of different options for cost-effective storage to products offering higher security. Charging options are available for both ranges.

Cost-effective laptop storage

Many schools, colleges and businesses have a great number of laptop computers and their safe keeping needs to be carefully considered. For many people, serious security problems are not an issue, particularly where premises are overseen by the security measures. Putting the laptops away out of sight, tidily and locking the door is viewed as providing adequate protection.

In these cases, our budget range provides effective lockable storage for laptops and laptop accessories. The metal cupboards are outstanding for storing equipment in locked rooms and cupboards, providing an inexpensive way for looking after and organising these indispensable machines. All the laptop lockers in this range are designed with laptops in mind, and made in two widths: 380mm and 450mm with a 450mm depth.

Laptops can be stored in a locker shelving system with a single door, or alternatively, they can be or stored in individual compartments, providing a better measure of security and privacy for each laptop and their user. Whether single or multi-door, the lockers are supplied with standard cam locks with 2 keys or hasp locks for padlocks, and other lock choices are available. In addition, the lockers are pre-prepared for nesting together in groups, for ease of installation, and finished with the Germ Guard anti-bacterial powder coat paint, available in a choice of 3 door colours, Red, Light Grey and Dark Blue

Budget Charging Locker

With the fast pace of life, busy jobs and packed school and college days, laptops often need re-charging. When you’re on the move, a safe place to charge up the laptop is essential. This range of budget laptop charging lockers provides cost-effective storage while laptops and other equipment charge up. Each compartment is equipped with a 3 pin plug socket to permit charging using each laptop’s own mains lead, and ventilated compartments for dissipation of heat. Again units come with a single door and shelves or as 8 or 12 compartment lockers.

Budget Charging Locker Trolley
If it’s necessary to share laptops between groups or take them from place to place safely these laptop trolleys are just the job; this range of trolleys provide mobile charging facilities cost-effectively. Various sizes are available, from the slimline trolley in 2 lengths, one for 8 laptops and the other for 16 laptops, while the large trolley provides easier access with its double doors for 16 laptops. The charging facility is provided in the same way as the product above.

Laptop Lockers

The growing need to protect valuable portable items and the requirement for increased security and flexibility for customers led to the development of the Safe Charge range of laptop lockers.

The product is manufactured and constructed to deter the attack of thieves from any angle – the toughening of and parts and areas of the locker that are usually targeted by thieves and vandals produce great security for a reasonable cost: a strong rigid locker frame and 2mm thick doors, an 8mm thick rod hinge for the length of the locker and a secure locking device produce a high level of security that is difficult to break. The patented ‘SafeSecure’ locking system is designed to prevent break-ins around the lock – often a vulnerable area. This system is designed so that the lock cam engages in two places within the door upright, thus providing great strength and security.

Each laptop is concealed within its own safe space – and this takes a would-be burglar much longer to access all the laptops. And the locker looks…..just like a locker, so does not appear special or valuable to the would-be casual thief.

The locker provides great security for a reasonable cost; while many add-on options increase the versatility and value for customers. There are 5, 10 and 15 locker compartment options to suit various needs. The 5 compartment is stackable and easily transported, while the 10 compartments will allow storage of the laptop bag too; and the 15 compartment allows multi-storage.

All lockers can be supplied with AC/DC charging options: each compartment can be provided with a 3-pin mains voltage socket to enable the charging of portable devices. Each locker is also provided with a switch fuse to isolate these charging points, and the cable can be directly hardwired into the mains if desired. Before delivery, lockers are PAT tested, earthed, CE marked and provided with a certificate. Of course, the locker can also be used to re-charge all small electrical items such as phones, PDAs, hand tools etc.

Lock choices while the cam lock is standard, the customer has many other options to suit the aspirations of the laptop manager; these include hasp for padlocks, coin locks, electronic digital locks, swipe cards, tags and Mifare options. The Mifare card option can provide a complete management network for the lockers – this may be a standalone option, but more frequently is used to integrate with other facility management systems, such as control cards for door access, library use and cashless catering. Increased security demands in colleges, schools and workplaces make this an ideal product. Here at Telford College, Edinburgh University, over 400 Safe Charge locker compartments were installed to provide ultimate security, control and laptop charging for college staff and students alike.

To complete the picture Total Locker Service provides technical advice, plus an installation and maintenance service. Prompt delivery of replacement keys and parts plus product refurbishment provides customers with the confidence that their valuable items will be secure and always available for use.

All you need to know about Kitlock’s for beginners!

Kitlocks are ideal for keeping lockers safe. The Kitlock 1550 smart has advanced programming capabilities with access methods and multiple functions. This lock can have any number of users and manageable access to a larger amount of lockers, cabinets and enclosures. This lock allows use for public and private. It uses MIFARE smart cards and NetCode. These are a standard lock and come with manual operation or additionally can be purchased with the tablet to enhance support and audit trail. This product has multiple functions and access methods by a 12-button keypad. In addition, it comes with an 8-digit Master Code, 8-digit Sub-Master Code, and a 4-digit User Code. Furthermore, it comes with a 6-digit Technician Code and Penalty Time perfect for security. these locks also come with Low Battery and Battery Override so you know when your product needs a change in batteries. And an Auto Unlock, Audible keypad, and Dual code mode to make using this product as safe and simple as it could be.

The Kitlock 1000 locker locks are fast fit for key cam locks which can be fit and supplied to a wide range lockers, cabinets and cupboards. These locks are easy to fit and are keyless. They take a few minutes to remove an existing cam lock and then additional topping fixed to the new. These locks can also be installed in a locker or cabinet that doesn’t have a previous locking device prior, which makes the user immediate, easy, keypad access without the worry of keys. Once installed the lock will perform 15,000 openings on just two AAA batteries (which are supplied). These locks have 11 individual round buttons with battery override. They come in different finishes silver, grey and black. In addition, you can get in left, right and vertical versions and RAL colour locks available on request. They are IP55 rated when used with the rubber door gasket – separate part. They are also ideal for Use in offices, schools, warehouses, hospitals, care homes, nurseries, hotels, leisure facilities and the home. In addition, they have NetCode web-based code creation available (KL1000 NC). The KL1000 has 4 code levels available:8-digit Master Code, 8-digit Sub-Master Code, 4-digit User Code and6-digit Technician Code.

KL1060 KitLock NetCode Locker Lock has NetCode, Net Code is a way to create time-sensitive codes for a wide range of lockers and cabinets.the online NetCode, you can create codes that have a certain start date, time and period. Once the period has expired, the code will no longer be active. The use of time-sensitive codes is more of a safe way to secure and supply access as codes won’t be accepted unless they are in their timeslot. This is perfect for engineers, delivery personnel and medium-term locker rental and codes can be sent by email or SMS.

KitLock 1200 locker locks are perfect for more challenging environments. These locks are easy to fit and provide additional programming features, stainless steel buttons, dual fixing points and improved number of operations from two AAA cells. They also come available with a right-handed model and with the option of a slam latch accessory. This is a simplified access and keyless access.

And finally, the Kitlock KL1050 is simplistic with a smart card which provides codeless access lockers, cabinets, cupboards and enclosures. This lock offers functions for single users and short-term use by multiple users and is easy to fit and replace an existing cam lock. It is also easy to fit to a new lock or cabinet that doesn’t have an existing lock mechanism.

Combination locks

Locker key straps

Watchman laminate door lockers, the ultimate in laminate door school lockers

Watchman laminate door lockers

The ultimate in laminate door school lockers

This extra heavy-duty locker was designed specifically with schools in mind; it has been extensively tested by Manchester City Council. It is probably the toughest most robust locker on the market.

Photography by Helen Scott

This extra heavy-duty locker was designed specifically with schools in mind; it has been extensively tested by Manchester City Council. It is probably the toughest most robust locker on the market. This locker has been extensively tested by Manchester City Council over an 18 month period before being adopted as there sole approved locker.

The locker has been designed to meet the most demanding of environments with its tough steel construction, reinforced steel door frame; the door is supported on all sides so that it is impossible to push the door into the compartment. The cross members between the doors are supported at both ends by the door frame and are spot welded to provide maximum strength. The locker door is manufactured from 10mm compact grade laminate from the Formica, Arpa or Polyrey range of laminates. The door is secured with two five knuckle hinges which are through fixed to the laminate door to provide the ultimate in security. Each door is numbered with either an inset laminate number disc or with the door numbers engraved into the door. Standard locking options are mastered cam lock with two keys or swivel hasp lock to take a padlock; both are designed with a patented locking system where the cam is held both front and back into the door frame.

Watchman locker 1200mm high locker

Storage designed to meet the needs of demanding environments

Heavy door frame
Patented locking
Hinge through fixed to the door
High-security door dividers
Door supported by sill on three sides.

Locking options: cam/hasp lock (standard), coin locks, combination and digital electronic and RFID tag & can integrate with facilities management systems
Dimensions: 300 /380 / 450 mm (w) x 300 / 450 / 550mm (d) x 1775 (h). 1 – 6 doors.

Additional locking options available

Other laminate lockers are available from Total Locker Service.

Laminate colour charts

Formica

Arpa

School lockers what is available for education

How to select school lockers

 First determine what is to be stored and the size of the items.
 Then how it is to be locked.
 The likelihood of the locker being damaged or abused.
 The environment the locker is in.

Locker size

Lockers are available from very small available for storing mobile phones and personal belongings to very large available door lockers.

Standard lockers are available manufactured in heights between 1775mm and 1800mm high; widths are usually available from 225mm to 450mm and depths from 300mm to 550mm.

These standard lockers are available with a single door, two doors, three doors, four doors, five doors and six doors, other options are available.

Locking methods

The standard locking method for all lockers is a key lock usually called a cam lock supplied with two keys or a swivel hasp lock to take a padlock usually supplied by the customer.

Other locking options depending on locker door type are coin locks, mechanical combination locks, electronic combination locks and RFID card locks are a selection.

Swivel hasp locks can be used as a handle for use with Key stage 1 students.

Locker duty

Basic lockers are manufactured from steel with steel doors. If you need a more robust product then there are laminate door lockers which are far more robust and resistant to damage and vandalisam, they are usualy twice the price of a metal locker. Beyond this, there is an extra heavy duty locker which was specificaly designed for use in schools.
Total Locker Service suport all our lockers in the after market and can provide you with keys locks and replacement doors.

Locker environment

If you are to place lockers in a wet environment, the lockers need to have aluminium bodies and compact grade laminate doors this type of locker will function in wet and chlorine environments.

For municipal leisure and pools with large numbers of customers, you need to ensure that the lockers are such a heavy-duty that they will cope with the throughput.

For external use, the best choice is plastic locks as they will cope with the rain, sum and are incredibly heavy duty.

Replacement locker key cutting next day service

Keys cut by Total Locker Service, we offer a next day service on a large number of locker and coin lock keys.

Types of key

Coin lock keys
Metal locker keys

Coin lock keys

We offer ASSA 29220 and 13629, Lowe and Fletcher AA12 and AA30 on a next day service

Other ASSA series are available on a 2 week lead time.

Ojmar V series and soon to be added Ojmar standard key on a next day service.

All other Ojmar keys series are available on a 2 week lead time.

Metal locker keys

All other Ojmar keys series are available on a 2 week lead time.

Metal locker keys

We offer Probe, Helmsman, Link, Garran, Link and QMP locker keys on a next day delivery.

How to order keys

You can find most of our common keys at the following web page Key Cutting and order the keys at Probe key form

Just fill in the web form.

If you are not certain on which keys you need or how to order then give us a call on 01284 749211 and our friendly staff will be happy to help you.

Future improvements to our Website are due soon a key code search engine that you can enter the key number and it will identify the key you require.

We at Total Locker Service use the latest in computer-driven key cutting technology to allow is to cut keys from the codes you supply us on your lock or locker keys.

Replacement locker key — ASSA locker keys

L&F key cutting — Lowe and Fletcher coin lock key

School opt for Outdoor storage

Outdoor lockers for when space is not available insides

There is an answer; Total Locker service has a range of outdoor lockers manufactured from an incredibly tough plastic in a range of colours that provide a complete solution.

This was the problem at Sarah Bonnell school, the pupils had no lockers or personal storage space, and there was insufficient space inside the building. The solution was to use extreme plastic lockers around the outside of the building for pupil use.

The extreme plastic locker is ideal in this situation, being plastic there is no problem with rust and the way the locker is constructed it is many times stronger than a standard metal locker making vandalism less of an issue.