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  • Industry 4.0 Warehouse Upgrade: How the Ten 10,000 Locks and One Key System Can Open the Last Mile of Intelligent Security?

    Under the wave of Industry 4.0, intelligent warehousing is experiencing a metamorphosis from “automation” to “intelligence”. However, when AGV robots efficiently shuttle between shelves, WMS system accurately track each piece of goods, warehouse security has become the forgotten “last kilometer” - a German automobile factory statistics show that the traditional locks lead to key management confusion, Permissions out of control, an annual waste of 3000 + hours of labor costs, but also due to the risk of illegal invasion of precision parts warehouse faces a loss of millions of euros. As the “final puzzle” of industrial warehousing intelligence, how can the 10,000 locks and one key system upgrade security management and warehousing efficiency simultaneously through technical innovation? This article combines automotive, electronics, logistics and other industry cases to analyze the core logic of its becoming the first choice of Siemens, Haier and other enterprises. The traditional warehousing locks: three major “stumbling blocks” on the road to Industry 4.0 1. Key management chaos: efficiency killers lurking around · Large warehouses manage 2000+ shelves, containers, and equipment rooms on average, and traditional solutions need to maintain more than 300 strings of keys, with manual inventory taking 4 hours/times, and wasting 2000+ hours of manpower costs annually; · A Suzhou electronics factory once lost a key, resulting in 500,000 yuan worth of chip storage cabinets were stranded for 2 hours, the production line was forced to stop working, with a loss of 150,000 yuan. 2. Lagging authority control: security loopholes can't be prevented. · Mechanical locks rely on physical key change for authority adjustment, and temporary authorization takes more than 30 minutes; although electronic locks support passwords, they face problems such as “password leakage and inability to trace the operator” (e.g., in a logistics center in the U.S., there were 12 times of cargo thefts in 2022 due to password leakage). 3. Siloing of equipment: data disconnect impedes intelligence Traditional locks can not be connected to the WMS/MES system, the warehouse management system (such as SAP EWM) lack of security data, resulting in “location of goods - storage status - access to the record” can not be closed-loop, away from the requirements of Industry 4.0 “full-process digitization” is very far from the It is far from the “full process digitization” required by Industry 4.0. Ten thousand locks and one key system: the definition of storage security “intelligent new paradigm” 1. One key to open: from “key chain” to “digital authority” revolution · Physical layer unification: one electronic key can manage 10,000 locks, adapting to all scenarios such as shelf locks, container locks, distribution cabinet locks, etc. The number of keys is reduced by 95%, and as measured by the Bosch factory in Germany, the daily walking distance of operation and maintenance personnel is shortened from 5 km to 1 km; · Permission adjustment in seconds: Remote authorization through the supporting APP, it takes only 15 seconds to temporarily open the permission of a shelf, and supports “single authorization” and “time period authorization” (such as 2-4 a.m. to allow access) to meet the high-frequency permission change demand of JIT production. It supports “single authorization” and “time period authorization” (such as allowing access from 2-4 a.m.), which meets the high-frequency permission change requirements of JIT production. 2. Seamless Data Docking: Make Security the “Nerve Endings” of Intelligent Warehousing ·IoT upgrades: lock status (unlocking time, authorized person, abnormal attempts) is synchronized to the WMS system in real time, and a Haier factory realizes the three-way data correlation of “goods in and out of the warehouse - locks and switches - personnel privileges” by docking with the MES, and the response speed of the abnormal access event is shortened from 30 minutes to 3 minutes. The response time for abnormal access events was shortened from 30 minutes to 3 minutes; · Audit Compliance: Compliant with ISO 27001 information security standards, operation logs are automatically archived for 5 years, which meets the audit requirements of IATF 16949 in the automotive industry and ISO 13485 in the electronics industry, and a Tesla SuperWorks factory was awarded a “zero corrective action” rating in the annual compliance review due to this feature. “ evaluation. 3. Industrial-grade durability: conquering the extreme environment of warehousing · Multi-scenario adaptation: IP66 waterproof and dustproof (against high-pressure water gun for warehouse cleaning), resistant to -25℃~+65℃ temperature difference (adapted to cold storage and high-temperature workshop), zinc alloy material to resist violent impacts, a Jingdong Asia No. 1 warehouse has been in use for 3 years, and the failure rate of locks is only 0.08%; · maintenance-free design: passive electronic locks without batteries / wiring, eliminating the traditional electronic locks of battery replacement, circuit maintenance costs, a DHL logistics center calculations, 10 years of operation and maintenance costs compared with the traditional program to reduce 70%. The actual case: an automobile OEM intelligent warehousing cost reduction and efficiency road Project Background: · A new energy vehicle factory in Shanghai, with a storage area of 100,000 square meters, manages 5,000 parts shelves, 300 battery cabinets and 200 equipment rooms; · Traditional program: 300 strings of keys, the average annual loss of keys / mismatch leads to 8 times of stopping the line, the annual loss of more than 800,000 yuan; · upgrading program: deployment of 10,000 locks and one key passive electronic locking system, docking factory SAP WMS. Core results: 1. Efficiency soared: · permission adjustment time is compressed from “30 minutes” to “2 minutes”, and the AGV robot distribution path is opened in real time due to lock permissions, and efficiency is increased by 15%; · key management manpower is reduced from 6 to 1 person, saving 450,000 yuan in annual labor costs. 2. Security upgrade: · Abnormal unlocking automatically triggers WMS pre-warning, and not a single theft of parts occurred in 2023; · Battery cabinet access records are linked with BMS system, realizing full traceability of “battery status - access rights - operator”, and passing the highest level audit of IATF 16949. 3. Cost control: · maintenance-free design eliminates the annual average of 120,000 yuan battery replacement costs, full-cycle cost (10 years) reduced by 62%. Industry 4.0 Warehouse Selection: The 3 Gold Standards of the Ten Thousand Locks and One Key System 1. Prioritize compatibility · supports OPC UA, MQTT and other industrial protocols, ensuring seamless integration with Siemens PLC and Rockwell control systems; · adapts to traditional mechanical locking holes (e.g. 85mm/100mm mounting center distance), avoiding the cost of shelf/container replacement during warehouse renovation. 2. Data security is paramount · encryption technology: adopts AES-256 (better than industrial-grade AES-128), preventing hackers from stealing authorized data through warehouse WiFi; Offline Authorization: Support 1000+ authorization records stored locally in the e-key to cope with warehouse WiFi signal blind zones (e.g. high shelving area). 3. Localized service capability · selects suppliers with spare parts warehouses in industrial parks (e.g., Suzhou, Stuttgart, Germany) to ensure 4-hour response time for fault replacement; · provides multi-language technical support (e.g., English, Chinese, German), adapting to the global warehouse layout of multinational enterprises (e.g., the localized service needs of a Bosch Malaysia plant). In the era of Industry 4.0, warehousing security should not be a “short board” that drags back, but a “long board” that enhances competitiveness. Ten thousand locks and one key system through “unified management + data interoperability + extreme durability”, so that each lock has become a “digital sentinel” of intelligent warehousing - Click on the link below to make security upgrade become the “acceleration engine” of your factory intelligence! Serving 200+ smart factories around the world, we understand the pain points of industrial warehousing, and we will help you get through the last kilometer of your intelligence.

  • Southeast Asia rainy environment: waterproof and dustproof locks how to avoid short-circuit failure of the distribution box?

    In Southeast Asia, a sudden rainstorm may make the distribution box instantly become a “time bomb” - Jakarta, Indonesia, an average annual rainfall of 2500mm, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, more than 10 days a month of heavy rainfall, the traditional locks insufficient waterproofing caused by short-circuit failure The traditional locks are not waterproof enough to cause short-circuit failures, is becoming the industrial operation and maintenance of the “heart of the problem”. A Thai industrial park statistics show that 60% of the distribution box failure from the locks into the water caused by the short circuit, a single shutdown maintenance cost of up to 3000 U.S. dollars. This article combines Southeast Asian climate characteristics, analyze how waterproof and dustproof locks become the distribution box “rainstorm shield”, to help you avoid O&M traps, guarding power safety. The Three “Deadly Threats” to Distribution Boxes in Southeast Asia 1. Rainwater infiltration: the number one murderer of circuit short-circuit · traditional mechanical locks / ordinary electronic locks are not sealed enough, rainwater infiltration along the keyholes and gaps during heavy rainfall, which directly leads to short circuits in the lock body (such as battery compartment leakage corrosion of the chip), which in turn triggers the tripping of power distribution box leakage. Measurement data: in the IP65 protection level below the lock, after 30 minutes of heavy rain, 45% of the contact will be poor, 20% of the short circuit on the spot. 2. Moisture and heat corrosion: lock life is cut off · Southeast Asia's average humidity exceeds 80%, the traditional aluminum alloy lock body 3 months that oxidation rust, stainless steel locks if the plating process is inadequate, 6 months will appear welding corrosion, resulting in lock tongue stuck, can not be opened. 3. Sand and dust attack: double blitz to escalate failures Strong winds accompanying the rainy season wrap sand and dust (e.g., construction site dust in Singapore, volcanic ash in Indonesia), which enters the lock cylinder and mixes with water vapor to form “conductive mud”, accelerating the wear and tear of mechanical parts and circuit short circuits. Waterproof and dustproof locks “triple protection system” 1. IP66 hardcore protection: no water leakage in the face of heavy rain. ·6 Dustproof: completely block dust ≥50μm in diameter (such as PM10 particles), to avoid sand and dust from clogging the lock cylinder transmission structure. ·6 Waterproof: withstands 12.5mm/min rainfall (equivalent to medium to heavy rain), or 1.5 meters away from a high-pressure water jet (80kPa pressure) for 15 minutes without water ingress - tested by SIRIM Malaysia certified locks in rainstorm simulation tests for 48 hours. The interior remained dry. · Case: After replacing IP66-rated passive electronic locks in a palm oil processing plant in Indonesia, short-circuit failures in switchboards dropped from 8 to 0 per month, reducing equipment downtime by 90%. 2. Material revolution: “armor” against moisture and heat corrosion · zinc alloy body + nano-coating: zinc alloy hardness (HB ≥ 80) is 2 times that of ordinary aluminum alloy, the surface is treated with Dacromet coating, salt spray test for more than 1000 hours without rust and corrosion, adapting to the high humidity environment of Malaysia's tropical rainforest. · fully sealed structure design: no exposed circuitry, battery compartment, electronic key interface with magnetic waterproof plug, to avoid the traditional locks “waterproof by rubber ring, aging leakage” defects. 3. Electricity-free design: cut off the risk of short-circuit from the source. Passive electronic locks do not require built-in batteries / wires, through the electronic key instantaneous power unlocking, completely eliminating the “battery short circuit”, “line aging leakage” potential risks - this is particularly important in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City, and other lightning areas. This is especially important in thunder-prone areas such as Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, to avoid instantaneous high-voltage breakdown of the lock circuit caused by lightning induction. The selection must see: 3 technical indicators to crack the “pseudo waterproof” traps 1. Protection level ≠ actual performance · is alert to “false IP66”: some locks are only waterproof for the lock body casing, the keyhole and mounting holes are not sealed, you need to check the test report of the complete components (e.g., the lock cylinder and the electronic module are IP66 certified). 2. Temperature difference cycle test: the ultimate test of hot and humid environment Southeast Asia has a large temperature difference between daytime high temperature (above +35℃) and nighttime high temperature, qualified locks need to pass the -25℃~+65℃ hot and cold cycle test (100 times without deformation) to ensure that the seal does not melt under high temperature and does not crack under low temperature. 3. Local certification endorsement · Preference is given to products that are locally certified in Southeast Asia: · Indonesia SNI certification (registration with SDPPI required) · Malaysia SIRIM QAS certification (mandatory IP66 rating) · Thailand TISI certification (additional requirement for mold testing, mold level ≤ 1) Practical Case: “Storm Survival War” in Malaysian Data Centers Background : In a data center campus in Kuala Lumpur, 300 outdoor distribution boxes were frequently tripped due to water ingress into the locks, resulting in disruption of the server cooling system. Traditional Program Pain Points: · Ordinary waterproof locks require replacement of seals every quarter, with an annual maintenance cost of RM12,000; · Average of 2 short circuits per month during rainstorms, causing RM50,000 business loss each time. Upgrade Program: · features IP66 rated passive electronic lock with zinc alloy body + fully sealed design; The electronic key interface has a built-in waterproof rubber ring, and the lock hole gap is filled with waterproof sealant during installation. Results: ·2 Zero short-circuit failures during the 2002 storm season, reducing maintenance costs by 85%; · Data center successfully passed Uptime Institute Tier III certification due to improved “infrastructure stability”. Operation and maintenance guide: 3 steps to create a distribution box “waterproof fortress” Installation details make the difference · locks are installed at an angle of 15° to avoid rainwater pooling above the keyhole; · junction ports use waterproof junction boxes with edges fully wrapped in silicone sealant. Regular inspection highlights · Quarterly inspection of the lock body seals for deterioration (EPDM material is recommended, with a weathering life of more than 5 years); · Use compressed air to clean the sand and dust inside the lock cylinder (especially in the area of volcanic ash deposits in Indonesia). Localized Service Guarantee · selects suppliers with local warehouses in Southeast Asia (e.g. Singapore, Jakarta spare parts warehouse) to ensure replacement of faulty locks within 48 hours; Prioritize brands that support Bahasa Indonesia/Malay technical documentation to reduce O&M communication costs. In South East Asia, distribution box security is not about “whether it can be waterproofed”, but “how strong it can withstand a rainstorm”. Choosing battle-proven IP66 rated waterproof and dustproof locks is not just about equipment protection, it's about investing in business continuity - click on the link below to make every rainstorm your “competitiveness litmus test”! Deep plowing in Southeast Asia for 10 years, service more than 200 rainy environment projects, your distribution box safety, we use technology to guard.

  • Cross-border logistics pain points cracked: container passive electronic locks how to prevent cargo in the middle of the theft?

    In the “gray zone” of cross-border logistics, cargo theft is becoming an “invisible killer” of corporate profits - According to the TAPA Global Logistics Security Report, the annual global loss of containerized cargo due to theft exceeds $5 billion. According to TAPA Global Logistics Security Report, the global annual loss due to containerized cargo theft exceeds 5 billion U.S. dollars, the theft rate of Southeast Asian routes is as high as 8%, the Middle East, Latin America and other regions of high-end electronic products, luxury goods containers have become the hardest-hit areas. Traditional seals “one-time use + manual inspection” mode, has long been unable to cope with the “technical theft” and “supervision and theft” of the dual threat. As a “container of digital sentinel”, passive electronic locks through technological innovation to build “full traceability” of the security system? This paper combines Maersk, DHL and other companies' practical experience to analyze the core logic of “anti-theft” in cross-border logistics. The three fatal flaws of traditional locks are dragging down cross-border security 1. “Disposable seals”: a virtual security barrier · Ordinary seals can be cracked without any damage in only 10 seconds. In 2022, 12 containers of iPhone cargo were stolen from a Shenzhen forwarder, and the surveillance showed that the thieves copied the seal numbers with professional tools, and the whole process went unnoticed; · High cost of manual inspection: U.S. Customs takes 4-6 hours to open and inspect high-risk containers, with a delay cost of over $2,000 for a single container, and it is impossible to avoid the risk of “missed inspection”. 2. electronic locks of the “power trap” · traditional electronic locks rely on battery power, range of only 3-6 months, transoceanic transportation due to battery depletion resulting in data loss accounted for 15% (such as a Qingdao to Rotterdam route, 10% of the cargo container locks in the sea drifting power outage); · battery replacement needs to interrupt the logistics chain, in Africa, South America and other remote areas, the cost of a single change of power even accounted for 30% of the purchase price of locks. 3. Data disconnect: theft occurs only after “horseback” · traditional solution can not monitor the status of the container in real time, a French wine merchant had a Bulgarian transit warehouse container was illegally opened, resulting in the oxidation and deterioration of the entire batch of red wine, but due to the inability to trace the time and location of the opening of the lock, and ultimately the loss of self-responsibility. Passive electronic locks: redefine the container security “three revolutions” 1. Real-time monitoring + anomaly warning: no hiding place for theft behavior · state full awareness: activated by electronic key / handheld terminal, real-time collection of container switching state, geographic location (need to cooperate with the GPS module), vibration impact data, abnormal opening (unauthorized opening, violent damage) immediately triggered the cloud alarm, DHL test, the response time for theft from the “arrival inspection” of 72 hours to “real-time warning” of 3 minutes; DHL test, theft response time from the “arrival inspection” of 72 hours to “real-time warning” of 3 minutes. DHL has measured that the response time for theft is shortened from 72 hours for “arrival inspection” to 3 minutes for “real-time warning”; · operation traceability: each unlocking record (time, authorized person, geographic location) permanent archive, an Apple supply chain use, successfully tracked to a port in Southeast Asia, “insider crime”, the theft rate from 5% pressure down to 0.1%. 2. Hard-core security: double armor against technical cracking and violent impacts · impeccable encryption: AES-256 financial grade encryption (256 times safer than traditional electronic locks AES-128), the dynamic key of the electronic key and the lock body is updated every 10 seconds, and the test of a Hong Kong container terminal in 2023 showed that the hacker simulated attack 100,000 times had not been successfully cracked; · physical protection upgrades: zinc alloy lock body is resistant to 10J energy impact (equivalent to 50kg weight falling from a height of 1 meter), the lock tongue insertion depth of 20mm (the traditional lead seal is only 5mm), and in the Middle East freight test, the time to resist hydraulic pliers to break open is more than 15 minutes, which is far more than the TAPA TSR level 1 standard (5 minutes). 3. Power-free design: the “king of range” for trans-oceanic transportation ·0 Battery full-scene adaptation: no need for built-in power supply, instantaneous power supply unlocking through the electronic key, completely solving the “long-cycle range anxiety in ocean transportation”, Maersk deployed in Asia and Europe routes, the lock power failure has been reduced from 20% to 0%; · maintenance-free cost reduction: no battery replacement, circuit maintenance costs, the full life cycle (10 years) operation and maintenance costs compared to traditional electronic locks reduced by 80%, especially suitable for Africa, Latin America and other areas with weak infrastructure. The actual case: a cross-border e-commerce giant's anti-theft breakout battle Project Background: · annual shipment of 500,000 + containers, mainly engaged in 3C products, the theft rate of the Southeast Asia route once reached 6%, with an annual loss of more than 30 million yuan; · traditional program: one-time high security seals + manual sampling, leakage rate of 30%, and can not provide compliance audit report. Solution: · Deploy passive electronic locking system with cloud-based management platform to achieve real-time synchronization of “container status - authorization records - geographic location”; · locks have passed ISO 17712 high security seal certification, and are suitable for 20/40-foot containers, bulk containers and other types of containers. Core results: 1. Theft rate fell off a cliff: theft incidents on Southeast Asian routes dropped from 300 to 8 in 12 months, and the detection rate reached 100% (due to the complete retention of unlocking records); 2. Greatly reduced compliance costs: automatically generate security reports in line with TAPA and C-TPAT standards, increase U.S. Customs inspection pass rate from 60% to 95%, and shorten single-cabinet inspection time by 40%; 3. Chain efficiency: electronic key management of 5000 locks, logistics personnel equipped with a key chain from 30 strings to 1 string, the efficiency of cargo handling increased by 50%. Cross-border logistics selection: 3 major gold standard screening “real anti-theft lock” 1. Certification endorsement: the key to unlocking global markets · mandatory certification: ·ISO 17712 (high security seal standard, EU / US mandatory requirements) ·IP66 (waterproof and dustproof, adapted to marine salt spray, heavy rain environment) ·FCC/CE (wireless transmission compliance, additional certification required when supporting GPS module) ·Plus: Adapted by TAPA TSR Level 1 (the highest security level), China Customs AEO certification. 2. Monitoring system compatibility · supports API connection with mainstream logistics platforms (e.g. Maersk TRUMP, Cainiao International) to realize real-time synchronization of container status in WMS system; · provides open data interfaces to facilitate customized development (e.g., a cross-border e-commerce company connects lock data to its own risk control system). 3. Localized service network · selects suppliers with spare parts warehouses in major ports (e.g. Singapore, Rotterdam, Shenzhen) to ensure a 48-hour response to urgent replacement needs; · provides multi-language operation manuals (including Arabic, Spanish, etc.), adapting to logistics teams in non-English-speaking countries such as the Middle East and Latin America. In the “security race” of cross-border logistics, the choice of passive electronic locks is not only an anti-theft, but also an investment in the stability of the supply chain -- when the switching status of every container can be traced, and every abnormality can be early-warned in real time, you lose the “risk of theft”, but win the “customer trust” and “compliance advantage”. What you lose is “theft risk”, what you gain is “customer trust” and “compliance advantage”. Click the link below to make container security your cross-border competitiveness! Serving 100+ logistics enterprises worldwide, and guarding the safety of more than 200,000 containers, we use technology to escort the safety of your cargo.

  • NFC Passive Lock, The Embodiment of Smart Convenience

    In the ever-evolving landscape of modern technology, the advent of NFC (Near-Field Communication) high-tech locks has revolutionized our approach to security and accessibility. These innovative devices represent the pinnacle of smart convenience, seamlessly blending cutting-edge functionality with unparalleled user-friendliness. At the core of this technological marvel lies the integration of NFC technology, enabling effortless, contactless access control. Gone are the days of fumbling with physical keys or remembering complex passcodes. With a simple tap of a compatible smartphone or NFC-enabled access card, users can effortlessly unlock their doors and cabinets, granting them the freedom to come and go with unprecedented ease. Transcending the realm of mere security, NFC high-tech locks  offer a myriad of advanced features tailored to modern lifestyles. The ability to remotely monitor and manage access permissions through dedicated mobile applications empowers homeowners and facility managers to maintain constant vigilance over their domains. Moreover, smart home integration further elevates the user experience, allowing for seamless coordination with various connected devices and systems. One of the standout features of NFC passive locks  is their battery-free operation. This innovative design effectively addresses the issue of battery power supply, eliminating the need for frequent battery replacements. Additionally, users can unlock their doors directly with their smartphones, removing the necessity of carrying physical keys. The realization of NFC passive locks is not merely a technological advancement but also a relentless pursuit of innovation driven by evolving social needs. These cutting-edge devices embody a fusion of convenience, security, and technological prowess, redefining how we interact with and secure our personal and professional spaces. As we delve deeper into the digital age, the NFC passive lock stands as a shining example of the potential of technology fused with user-friendly design. It is a testament to the transformative power of innovation, paving the way for a future where smart convenience is not just a luxury but a fundamental aspect of our daily lives.

  • From 'Battery Anxiety' to 'Never Lose Power'! Traditional Battery Lock VS Battery Free Lock

    With the increasing popularity of smart locks, are you still torn between choosing a traditional bttery lock or a battery-free lock? Is the battery life always insufficient? Installation and wiring is too complicated? Are you worried about security? Today from the 6 core dimensions of the depth of comparison, to help you find the most suitable lock program! Life span maintenance: once and for all vs. repeated investment traditional battery lock: relying on lithium batteries or dry batteries, the battery life is usually 6-12 months, expiration of the battery needs to be replaced frequently; long-term use of not only the cost of climbing, but also may be due to battery leakage damage to the lock body. Battery-free lock: 0 battery design, unlocked by external power supply (e.g. NFC reverse power supply, electronic key power supply), bid farewell to power anxiety, maintenance-free for life! Installation Difficulty: Professional Wiring vs Instant Installation traditional battery lock: professional wiring is required, some models also need to be connected to the power supply or network, high installation cost and long cycle. Battery-free lock: no need for circuit modification! Take passive electronic lock as an example, compatible with the traditional mechanical lock holes, standard size design, 3 steps to replace the old locks, white can also easily get started. Security Performance: Vulnerability vs Hardcore Protection traditional battery lock: there is a risk of battery failure and circuit aging; some models may be abnormally unlocked if they encounter electromagnetic interference. battery-free lock: no circuit design, avoiding the risk of leakage and short circuit; with AES-256 encryption technology and anti-violent disassembly structure, the security performance is upgraded. Usage Scenario: Restricted vs Full Scenario Adaptation traditional battery lock: high requirements for power supply stability, not suitable for outdoor, no power coverage scenarios (such as outdoor lockers, containers). Battery-free lock: waterproof and dustproof (IP66 grade), resistant to extreme temperature difference (-25℃~+65℃), whether it's a warehouse, fire escape, or camping equipment, it can easily cope with it! Cost Comparison: Long-term Consumption vs. traditional battery lock: the price of a single lock is lower, but battery replacement and maintenance costs accumulate over time, and the total expenditure may double in 3-5 years. Battery-free locks: Initial purchase cost is slightly higher, but eliminates subsequent maintenance costs, more cost-effective in the long run, especially suitable for large-scale management scenarios (such as 10,000 locks and one key program). Intelligent Experience: Basic Functions vs Technology Upgrade traditional battery lock: rely on key or password, single function, lack of remote management capability. Battery-free lock: supports cell phone NFC unlocking, APP authority management, unlocking record tracking, easily realizing intelligent and intensive management. To summarize: which type of lock is better for you? Requirement Scenarios Recommended Choices Core Advantages Home Entry Door Battery-free lock (smart model) Safe + Convenient, Zero Maintenance Outdoor lockers / containers Battery-free lock (waterproof) For extreme environments, all-weather protection Commercial premises / Warehouses Battery-free lock (10,000-lock version) Efficient management, lower cost Budget-sensitive users Traditional Battery Lock (Basic) Low short-term investment, suitable for small-scale use From range to security, from cost to experience, battery-free locks are redefining the future of locks with disruptive technology! If your scenario requires high stability, low maintenance, and strong security, try battery-free locks -- click [link] to unlock a new experience in smart locks! Every choice you make is an investment in safety and convenience!

  • Bidding Plus: Why Intelligent Buildings Projects Prefer Maintenance-Free Locks

    In the bidding of intelligent buildings, details determine success or failure - the evaluation experts are quietly tilting the score sheet to “full-cycle value”. In the bidding of a commercial complex project, the A program was surpassed by the B program (maintenance-free passive locks, full-cycle cost reduction of 40%) due to the selection of traditional electronic locks (annual operation and maintenance cost estimate of 800,000 yuan); in a Class A office building project, the locking program of “20 years of zero-maintenance” directly contributes to 15% of the technical score. ...... This article analyzes how maintenance-free locks have become the “bidding hard currency” of intelligent buildings, helping you accurately hit the pain points of the evaluation and seize the opportunity to add points. Traditional locks: “invisible deductions” in bidding and tendering 1. Operation and maintenance cost black hole, pulling down the cost-effective score · The average annual maintenance cost of traditional electronic locks accounts for 30%-50% of the purchase price (e.g., 1,000 locks annual battery replacement costs more than 200,000 yuan), and intelligent building projects generally require “20 years of full life-cycle services”, long-term operation and maintenance budget overruns directly lead to the commercial points deduction. · real case: a Malaysian smart city project, because of the traditional locks 3 years battery replacement budget exceeded expectations, the review questioned “lack of cost control capabilities”, and ultimately lost the election. 2. Reliability risk, become a technical score hard · Circuit failures, battery leakage and other problems account for 60% of security failures in intelligent buildings, leading to the failure of “system stability” indicators (e.g. LEED certification requires equipment failure rate <5%). · The tender of a German Industry 4.0 Park explicitly states that “proof of 10 years of trouble-free operation of locks must be provided”, and traditional locks are directly excluded because they cannot meet this requirement. 3. Intelligent disconnect, lost innovation points · traditional mechanical locks / battery locks can not be connected to the building management system (BMS), and intelligent buildings require “interoperability of data between devices”, which alone may lose 10% of the technical innovation points. Maintenance-free locks of the three “bidding must kill technology” 1. Full-cycle cost advantage, the business score is stable high score 0 maintenance cost: Take passive electronic locks as an example, no battery, no line design, 20 years of operation and maintenance costs close to zero, compared with traditional locks to save 60%-80% expenditure (see the table below). Cost Items Traditional electronic locks (1000, 20 years) Maintenance-free passive locks (1000 units, 20 years) Spread Impact Purchase Cost $150,000 180,000 (slightly higher initially) Business Score - 5 O&M Costs $300,000 $0 Business Score + 15 points Total Score Comparison - Net Savings $300,000, Difference + 10 points Directly affects the probability of winning the bid Extra points for green energy saving: Battery-free design meets the requirements of LEED, WELL and other international certifications for “sustainable materials”. For example, the U.S. Smart Buildings Council (USGBC) specifies: “Maintenance-free equipment earns an additional 2 points from the Materials and Resources (MR) board”. 2. Hardcore reliability, technical score crushing rivals · industrial-grade durability: IP66 protection (anti-high-pressure water jet) + resistance to temperature difference from -25℃ to +65℃, passing 200,000 times of opening and closing test, meeting the “harsh environmental adaptability” index of intelligent buildings (such as China GB/T 34018-2017 intelligent building standard). · Intelligent and seamless access: supports BMS system docking, real-time uploading of locking records and authority status, helps realize “security visualization management”, meets the requirements of ISO 27001 information security management system, and scores at least +5 points for technical innovation. 3. 10,000 locks and one key management, hitting the pain point of the project · Intelligent buildings need to manage 3000+ equipment rooms / lockers on average, and the traditional program needs 200+ keys, while the maintenance-free locks “one key to open + APP authority management”: · improves O&M efficiency by 70% (authority adjustment from “manual key change” to “cell phone second authorization”); · meets GDPR data privacy requirements (traceability of operation logs, compliant with EU Digital Construction Act), compliance score + 3 points. “Invisible plus points” in the eyes of bid evaluation experts 1. Reducing the difficulty of management by Party A and winning the favor of owners In the bidding of a super Grade A office building in Shanghai, ·, the solution of “property owners can unify the management of all equipment room locks through cell phones” was directly recommended by the owner's representative as “the best user experience solution” because it “reduces the workload of key management by 90%”. 2. Shorten the construction cycle, help the progress of points Maintenance-free locks are compatible with traditional mechanical lock holes, and the installation time is compressed from 2 hours to 10 minutes, shortening the construction cycle of 1,000 locks from 20 days to 3 days, which meets the requirement of “fast delivery” of intelligent buildings, resulting in a progress score of +5 points. 3. Brand endorsement effect · through CE, UL, GB/T 37978 and other domestic and international certification of the product, can prove the maturity of the technology, such as China's “Intelligent Building Design Standards” GB 50314-2015 clearly: “the use of international certified products can be prioritized”, brand score + 3 points. Bidding practice: how to package the advantages of maintenance-free locks? 1. Accurate benchmarking with scoring tables · set up a separate chapter on “Total Life Cycle Cost Analysis” in the technical bid, and quantified the advantages with a comparison table; · highlights “0 O&M budget” in the commercial bid, and attaches a “20-year cost commitment letter” to eliminate Party A's worries. 2. Case testimony to strengthen persuasive power · Cite the benchmark project: “Beijing Daxing International Airport Intelligent Cargo Area adopts maintenance-free locks, realizes 0 failure in 3 years, and is awarded ‘China Intelligent Building Excellent Case’; · Provide test reports: Attach the “200,000 times trouble-free operation test report” and “IP66 protection level certification” issued by a third-party organization, and points can be added directly at the evaluation site. 3. Differentiated value-added services · promises “5-year warranty + lifelong technical support”, comparing with 2-year warranty of traditional suppliers, the service score is +5 points; · provides “Customized Management System Docking Solution”, which is adapted to Party A's existing BMS platform, and the compatibility score is +3 points. Intelligent building locks selection of 3 iron law 1. Complete certification: Priority is given to products that have passed GB/T 2423 (China), EN 1634 (EU), UL 1034 (USA) and other target market standards; 2. Traceable data: Require suppliers to provide the actual project failure rate, maintenance costs and other data, refusing to “theoretical value” talk; 3. Localized service: choose the brand that has spare parts warehouse and technical team in the project location, such as Southeast Asia projects give priority to suppliers with service center in Malaysia. In intelligent building bidding, choosing maintenance-free locks is not only a product selection, but also a precise positioning of “full-cycle value”. When the evaluation experts see the key words “30% cost reduction”, “20 years 0 maintenance”, “seamless connection with BMS system”, the plus points have been locked quietly -- click the link below, let the maintenance-free locks become your “secret weapon” to win the bid! Serving 300+ smart building projects around the world, we understand the rules of bid evaluation, and we accurately design every point you add.

  • Foreign trade engineers must see: how to use passive electronic locks to reduce 30% of project O&M costs?

    In the construction and operation and maintenance of overseas projects, the cost of lock management is often underestimated: battery loss, wiring failures, and confusing key management of traditional electronic locks are quietly devouring project profits. According to industry research, 35% of engineers' projects are delayed due to lock operation and maintenance problems, and 28% of annual security budgets are consumed by repetitive maintenance. Today, through the technological innovation of “passive electronic lock”, we dismantle how to reduce 30% operation and maintenance costs from the source, and become the “invisible weapon” to improve efficiency of overseas projects. First, the traditional electronic lock of the three major operation and maintenance pain points, is dragging down your project 1. “Battery Dependency”: Repeated investment in a bottomless pit. · Traditional electronic locks rely on lithium batteries or dry batteries, and the average annual replacement of batteries for a single lock is 2-3 times, and the annual operation and maintenance cost for 1000 locks exceeds 12,000 US dollars (including battery procurement and labor replacement costs). · Common scenarios in overseas projects: high temperature in the Middle East leads to short-circuiting of battery packs, cold in Northern Europe leads to a sudden drop in power generation, and temporary replacement of batteries requires cross-border logistics scheduling, and a single delay may result in an indirect loss of 5,000+ dollars. 2. “Wiring nightmare”: installation and failure of double loss · active electronic locks require professional electrician wiring, overseas labor costs are high (such as the hourly wage of electricians in Europe up to 80 euros), 100 devices between the wiring budget easily exceeded 20,000 euros. · long-term use, line aging, short-circuit failure accounted for 40% of the lock problems, troubleshooting and maintenance time-consuming and labor-intensive, especially in containers, outdoor distribution boxes and other powerless scenarios simply can not be deployed. 3. “Key Management Chaos”: Efficiency and Security Losses · Mechanical keys are easy to be lost and copied, 1000 locks need to be managed with more than 200 keys, and manual inventory takes 3 hours/times, wasting 300+ hours of labor cost per year. · If electronic keys need to be paired and programmed, traditional solutions need to be operated one by one, and the initialization of 1,000 locks takes 2 weeks, which directly leads to the delay of delivery in case of tight schedule of overseas projects. Second, passive electronic locks: from “operation and maintenance consumption” to “cost engine” of the three major innovations 1. 0 Battery design: cut off the entire cost chain of “battery life maintenance”. · core principle: the lock body does not have any electrically charged components, and is instantly powered and unlocked by the electronic key / cell phone NFC, completely eliminating the cost of battery procurement, replacement, and disposal (a single project can save $40,000 + USD over 3 years). Added value: avoiding battery leakage damage to the lock body, reducing after-sales maintenance rate by 60%, especially suitable for harsh environments such as Indonesia's rainy weather and the Middle East's sandy conditions, and extending the life of the device by more than 2 times. 2. One Key for All Locks + No Wiring: Installation and Management Efficiency Soars · is ready to use: compatible with traditional mechanical lock holes, no need to remodel the door frame, 3-step replacement of old locks, compression of the installation time of a single lock from “2 hours” to “10 minutes”, and the installation cost of 1,000 locks is reduced by 70%. · Intelligent Control: One electronic key can manage 10,000 locks, and with APP remote authorization, overseas multi-site projects can realize “one person, one key to go around the world”, the key management cost is close to zero, and the time consuming for authority adjustment is shortened from “hourly” to “minute”. 3. Maintenance-free + long life: redefining “full-cycle cost”. The circuit-free design of · avoids 90% of traditional lock failures (e.g. short circuit, chip aging), and reduces the number of annual maintenance work orders from “200” to less than “20”. · industrial-grade material (zinc alloy + IP66 protection) adapts to extreme temperature difference from -25℃ to +65℃. Compared with the 5-year replacement cycle of traditional locks, the lifespan of passive locks has been extended to more than 10 years, and the full-cycle cost has been reduced by 35%. Practical Case: An Intelligent Park Project in Southeast Asia Saves 30% O&M Costs Project Background: A 500,000 square meter smart park in Indonesia needs to manage 2,000 equipment rooms and 300 outdoor distribution boxes. Traditional program pain points: · Batteries are replaced an average of 4,000 times per year at a cost of $28,000; · Wiring construction took 2 months and cost $35,000 in labor; Lost keys to · resulted in 15 emergency unlocks and $12,000 in lost delays. After switching passive electronic locks: ·0 Battery replacement costs, estimated savings of $84,000 over 3 years; · Installation cycle compressed to 2 weeks, cost reduced to $10,000; · 10,000 locks and one key system realizes second-by-second adjustment of authority and zero key loss incidents. Final result: the overall O&M cost of the project was reduced by 32%, making it a benchmark solution for similar projects in Southeast Asia. Fourth, the “TCO full-cycle cost account” that must be calculated by engineers. Cost Dimension Conventional electronic locks (1000, 5 years) Passive Electronic Locks (1000, 5 years) Cost Difference Initial Purchase Cost $50,000 $65,000(slightly higher one-time investment) +$15,000 Battery / Cabling Maintenance Costs $90,000 $0 -$90,000 Labor Management Costs $40,000 $8,000 -$32,000 Total Costs $180,000 $73,000 -60.6% Note: The data is based on labor cost measurements in Europe and the United States, and the difference will be more significant in emerging markets. Fifth, foreign trade engineers to select the 3 golden rules 1. Certification compliance first: choose products certified by CE, UL, IP66 and other target markets to avoid the risk of late rectification (such as the European Union CE certification needs to comply with EN 1634 fire standards). 2. Customization ability: Give priority to suppliers who support the customization of lock size and key system to fit the special door types of overseas projects (e.g. Middle East double doors, European fire doors). 3. Localized after-sales service: Confirmation of suppliers to provide multi-language technical support, overseas warehouse spare parts reserves, to avoid delays in cross-border communication (e.g., Southeast Asia to provide a 24-hour response to the local team). The profit code of foreign trade engineering is hidden in the efficiency improvement of every detail. Passive electronic locks are not just locks, they are your “cost weapon” to conquer overseas markets - click the link below to turn a 30% reduction in O&M costs from a blueprint into a reality!

  • Power Storage Cabinet Lock

    Power cabinet locks: a key line of defense to ensure the safety of power facilities As the core equipment of the power transmission and distribution system, the safety of the power cabinet is directly related to the stable operation of the power grid and the safety of personnel. As the first physical protective barrier, power cabinet locks play an irreplaceable role in modern power management. As a representative of modern industrial smart lock manufacturers, Kerong's power cabinet locks are widely praised and welcomed by the market. Power Storage Cabinet Lock The core functions of Kerong power cabinet locks: 1. Safety protection: anti-pry design is adopted to effectively prevent unauthorized personnel from contacting high-voltage equipment 2. Authority management : Kerong power cabinet locks are managed digitally, equipped with passive electronic locks for distribution cabinets, and different electronic passwords, fingerprint recognition, NFC and other multiple authentication methods are set for different operators. 3. Condition monitoring: Kerong smart locks can feedback the opening and closing status to the monitoring center in real time 4. Environmental adaptation: dustproof, waterproof, corrosion-resistant and other characteristics, suitable for different temperature working environments With the acceleration of the construction of digital power grids, power cabinet locks are evolving from a single mechanical component to an intelligent security terminal. Kerong hopes to use the latest smart lock technology to provide the industry with safer and smarter intelligent management solutions for power cabinets.

  • NFC Smart Lock Buying Guide

    At a time when competition in the smart lock market is white-hot, whether it is the pursuit of convenient life for home users, or commercial premises to strengthen security, battery-free smart locks have become a popular choice for foreign trade purchases by virtue of the advantages of environmental protection and low maintenance. However, it seems that the function is similar to the smart lock, the actual use of the experience is very different. In this article, we will reveal the 4 core details you must pay attention to when purchasing battery-free smart locks, which will help you accurately select products in global trade and improve customer satisfaction. NFC Compatibility: Ensuring Seamless Integration with Mainstream Mobile Phones With the popularity of mobile payment and digital life, NFC function has become the key to the convenience of smart locks. Imagine, customers are happy to install a smart lock, but found that the mobile phone can not be adapted to NFC unlocking, there is no doubt that the product will be greatly reduced in goodwill. From the perspective of foreign trade procurement, be sure to confirm the NFC protocols supported by the product and the range of mobile phone brands and models. For example, smart locks that support the ISO/IEC 14443 standard protocol are compatible with Apple, Samsung, Huawei and other mainstream brands of mobile phones. At the same time, pay attention to whether the product regularly updates the NFC driver to adapt to newly released mobile phone models. Choosing a product with strong NFC compatibility not only meets end-users' needs for convenience, but also reduces after-sales disputes caused by compatibility issues and improves brand reputation. The emergency programme: mechanical key design concerns the bottom line of security Although battery-free smart locks are free from the trouble of battery replacement, they still need to cope with unexpected situations. Mechanical key as the last security, its design details are critical. High-quality battery-free smart locks will be the mechanical keyhole design is both hidden and easy to find quickly in an emergency, to avoid the keyhole is too conspicuous impact on the aesthetics and security of the door lock. When shopping, check the smoothness of the mechanical key and the quality of the lock cylinder. For example, a mechanical keyhole with a C-grade cylinder can effectively resist technical unlocking and provide users with reliable emergency protection. Emphasising this detail to customers demonstrates the security and thoroughness of the product and enhances customer trust. Waterproof grade: IP54 or above to guard the outdoor application scenarios For smart locks installed in outdoor, balcony and other environments, waterproof performance directly affects the service life. If the waterproof grade is not up to standard, once encountered rain or humid weather, the lock body internal electronic components are very easy to damage, resulting in the normal use. In the internationally accepted IP protection level standard, only smart locks with IP54 or above can effectively prevent dust and waterproof to meet the needs of general outdoor use.IP54 means that the product can protect dust from entering and at the same time withstand splashing water from all directions without being affected. When recommending products for customers, we can provide professional waterproof test reports and actual application cases. For example, in the rainy European region, smart locks with waterproof rating of IP54 or above have been used outdoors for many years and still operate stably, so that customers can feel the reliability of the products. Other details should not be ignored In addition to the above three points, the lock body material affects the durability and resistance to damage, it is recommended to choose zinc alloy or stainless steel; the diversity of unlocking methods, such as fingerprints, passwords, mobile phone APP, etc., to meet the use of different users' habits; product encryption technology is related to information security, the use of advanced encryption algorithms of smart locks can effectively prevent data leakage. When purchasing, these factors are considered comprehensively to provide customers with cost-effective, full-featured and high-quality products.   In the global smart lock foreign trade market, grasping the details of the purchase is the key to winning customers. Focusing on core elements such as NFC compatibility, emergency solutions, waterproof rating, etc., and providing customers with reliable, convenient and secure smart lock products will not only enhance customers' purchasing experience, but also help you stand out in the fierce competition in the market and achieve win-win trade cooperation in the long term.

  • The best choice for office locker locks

    There are many options for office locker locks. Kerong specializes in the production of various locker locks , including mechanical combination locks, electronic smart locks, padlocks, and the latest research and development of NFC smart locks without power supply. Now Kerong will introduce the characteristics of various locker locks for you to choose. office locker locks 1. Mechanical combination lock. The mechanical combination lock does not require a key and can be opened by a combination of numbers, avoiding the risk of losing the key. This type of lock is simple to operate and low maintenance cost, but it is not suitable for intelligent management, which is a relatively traditional office locker lock. 2. Electronic smart lock. Electronic smart locks are becoming more and more popular in office scenarios. This type of lock can be controlled by password, fingerprint, RFID card or even mobile APP, providing a variety of unlocking methods. The advanced model also has a unlock recording function, which is convenient for administrators to track usage. 3. Padlock. Traditional padlocks are still a cost-effective option, especially for small and medium-sized businesses with limited budgets. Modern padlocks are designed to be tamper-resistant, and some are waterproof and rust-resistant. It is advisable to choose a product with safety certifications (e.g. CE, ANSI ratings). 4. NFC smart lock without power supply. This lock belongs to the company's latest product, it not only has all the characteristics of electronic smart locks, but also has a more intelligent management system, which can freely assign employees the permission to use office cabinet locks. Users only need to open the door through their mobile phone or NFC card, and the biggest highlight of the powerless NFC smart lock is that the lock has no built-in battery, so that your office locker can be placed anywhere without any power supply, and the lock does not need to be charged regularly. No matter which type of lock you choose, Kerong can provide the best choice. Everyone is welcome to buy Kerong brand office locker locks .

  • Smart management lock for office lockers

    As an important facility for the storage of employees' personal belongings, lockers are managed in a way that directly affects the efficiency and safety of office space. Traditional mechanical lock lockers have gradually been unable to meet the needs of modern enterprises, and the emergence of intelligent management locks for office locks provides an innovative solution to solve this problem. Smart management lock for office lockers Kerong office locker intelligent management lock integrates a number of advanced technologies to bring users a new experience: 1. Real-time monitoring system. Administrators can view the status of lockers in real time through the background system, including which cabinets are occupied, how long they are used, and other information. 2. Hierarchical management of authority. Set different usage permissions according to different employee levels or departments to achieve refined management. 3. Tracking of usage records. The system automatically records the time and user information of each unlocking to provide data support for security management. 4. Keyless NFC unlocking. Employees can use their phones or NFC cards to open doors, eliminating the traditional hassle of losing keys. 5. No power supply required. Kerong adopts the latest technology solution without built-in battery to solve the problem of traditional storage locking period need to be charged. With the advancement of the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence technology, the office smart locker management system will develop in a more intelligent direction, and Kerong will also keep up with the trend of the times and provide better and smarter locker locks for global users.

  • Luggage Locker Lock

    Kerong: Professional luggage locks source manufacturer, wholesaler. Create a one-stop intelligent management platform with leading technology for luggage. In the fast-paced life of today, travel has become an important way for people to relax and explore the world. Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, the safe storage of your luggage is always a top priority. At present, in countries all over the world, important public places, such as airports, bus stations, railway stations, hotels, shopping malls and other places are more and more equipped with luggage cabinets, but the use and intelligent management of luggage cabinets have always been a problem for managers. The types and characteristics of luggage locks currently on the market 1. Traditional key locks. The advantage is that the structure is simple and the cost is low, and the disadvantage is that it is easy to lose the key, and the security is low, and intelligent management cannot be achieved. 2. Password lock. The mainstream choice is divided into mechanical and electronic, mechanical combination lock does not require power supply, strong durability; The electronic password lock can be set up with complex combinations, and some support fingerprint recognition, which is the luggage locker lock that has been used more in recent years, but with the progress of science and technology, this type of lock has also been phased out. 3. Smart lock. Bluetooth/NFC connection mobile phone control, with unlocking record query function, can remotely authorize others to use temporarily, with a large number of intelligent management functions. Luggage Locker Lock Kerong uses NFC electronic passive lock solution, Kerong luggage locker lock does not need built-in batteries, no additional power supply, can be placed in any place without power, and using NFC technology, users can use NFC-enabled mobile phones or cards to approach the locker to unlock the locker, which is simple and easy, so that the elderly can also easily get started. Moreover, Kerong luggage locks can be remotely monitored and centrally managed: a unified management platform is established through the Internet of Things, real-time viewing of the use, vacancy and user operation records of lockers, quickly dealing with faults, and improving management efficiency.

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