The lock plug can have a plug body rotatably mountable within a lock housing for rotation around an axis, the plug body having a solid of revolution shape, the plug body having an insert component assembled to a primary component, a keyway defined in the plug body, the keyway having a length parallel to the rotation axis, the keyway adapted to receive a key blade matching a cross-sectional shape of the keyway, and a blocking mechanism protruding into the keyway, the blocking mechanism configured to prevent the plug from rotating unless actuated by the key blade and unless the key blade is of a matching type, the blocking mechanism integrated to the plug insert. The method of assembling the lock plug can include assembling components of the blocking mechanism to the insert component prior to assembling the insert component to the primary component.
E05B 27/00 - Cylinder locks with tumbler pins or balls that are set by pushing the key in
E05B 27/04 - Cylinder locks with tumbler pins or balls that are set by pushing the key in operated by the edge of the key arranged radially in one row
E05B 27/10 - Cylinder locks with tumbler pins or balls that are set by pushing the key in operated by other surfaces of the key, e.g. openings receiving projections on the tumblers
E05B 35/14 - Locks for use with special keys or a plurality of keys with keys of which different parts operate separate mechanisms
E05B 63/00 - Locks with special structural characteristics
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PLUG FOR LOCK SYSTEM AND ASSOCIATED METHOD OF ASSEMBLY
The lock plug can have a plug body rotatably mountable within a lock housing for rotation around an axis, the plug body having a solid of revolution shape, the plug body having an insert component assembled to a primary component, a keyway defined in the plug body, the keyway having a length parallel to the rotation axis, the keyway adapted to receive a key blade matching a cross-sectional shape of the keyway, and a blocking mechanism protruding into the keyway, the blocking mechanism configured to prevent the plug from rotating unless actuated by the key blade and unless the key blade is of a matching type, the blocking mechanism integrated to the plug insert. The method of assembling the lock plug can include assembling components of the blocking mechanism to the insert component prior to assembling the insert component to the primary component.
A door assembly includes a frame including a strike member, the strike member including a first coating having a first material and a door hingedly coupled to the frame, the door including a latch member operable to engage with the strike member to secure the door in a closed position, the latch member including a second coating having a second material, the second material being different than the first material.
An interchangeable lock core for use with a key and having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The lock core may include a shell, a plug, and a lock. The plug may be positioned within and rotatable relative to the shell between a first plug position and a second plug position about a longitudinal axis of the plug. The plug may include a keyway adapted to receive the key. The lock may be rotatable about a lock axis between a first wherein a rotation of the plug is restricted and a second position wherein the plug is rotatable from the first plug position to the second plug position. The lock axis may be positioned outside of an envelope of the plug.
A visual indicator of lock status is disclosed. The visual indicator may include a locked indica and an unlocked indica. The locked indica and the unlocked indica may be selectively covered by an LCD shutter. The locked indica and the unlocked indica may be selectively viewable through a window due to a lateral translation.
An interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a core keeper moveably coupled to a lock core body. The core keeper may be positionable in a retain position wherein the core keeper extends beyond an envelope of lock core body to hold the lock core body in an opening of the lock device and a remove position wherein the core keeper is retracted relative to retain position to permit removal.
A lock core includes a shell, a plug within and rotatable relative to the shell between a first position and a second position about a longitudinal axis of the plug, and a lock. The lock has a first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell, an unlocked position allowing rotation of the plug relative to the shell and a second locked position different from the first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell. The lock is moveable from the first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell to the unlocked position with a first movement of the lock, the first movement having a vector component along the longitudinal axis of the plug and a vector component along an axis transverse to the longitudinal axis of the plug.
E05B 27/00 - Cylinder locks with tumbler pins or balls that are set by pushing the key in
E05B 27/10 - Cylinder locks with tumbler pins or balls that are set by pushing the key in operated by other surfaces of the key, e.g. openings receiving projections on the tumblers
E05B 35/14 - Locks for use with special keys or a plurality of keys with keys of which different parts operate separate mechanisms
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
08 - Hand tools and implements
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
(1) Locks, namely, metal padlocks, metal mortise locks, metal cylindrical locks, metal mechanical locks, metal tubular deadbolt locks, metal cabinet locks, metal lock cylinders, and metal structural parts of locks; metal keys for locks.
(2) Lock and key combinating hand tools, namely, key combinating cutter; lock combinating kit comprised of hand tools in the nature of a spanner wrench, hand capping pin, tweezers, and letter and number dies, pin tumblers and tumbler springs.
(3) Mechanical locks controlled by electronic controls.
The present disclosure generally relates to a lock including a blocker (e.g., a bolt) useable to selectively prevent access through a portal such as a door. The blocker can be retained in a blocking position to prevent access through the portal by a retainer. In alternative embodiments, the blocker can also be retained in an open position to allow access through the portal. A retainer can be utilized to retain the blocker in the blocking position preventing access through the portal and can also be utilized, in certain embodiments, to retain the blocker in the open position to allow access through the portal. A retainer blocker can be utilized to maintain the retainer in position to retain the blocker (e.g., bolt) in a fixed position. An actuator may, in certain alternative embodiments, be employed to position the retainer blocker. In certain embodiments, the actuator is controlled by an electronic controller.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
08 - Hand tools and implements
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
37 - Construction and mining; installation and repair services
41 - Education, entertainment, sporting and cultural services
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Locks, namely, metal padlocks, metal mortise locks, metal cylindrical locks, metal mechanical locks, metal tubular deadbolt locks, metal cabinet locks, metal lock cylinders, and metal structural parts of locks; metal keys for locks. Lock and key combinating hand tools, namely, key combinating cutter; lock combinating kit comprised of hand tools in the nature of a spanner wrench, hand capping pin, tweezers, and letter and number dies, pin tumblers and tumbler springs. Mechanical locks controlled by electronic controls. Installation of security systems for others; consultation regarding installation and maintenance of security systems for others. Training of personnel in the operation and use of security systems and equipment. Architectural design services; design of home security systems; design of electronic security systems.
A visual indicator of lock status is disclosed. The visual indicator may include a locked indica and an unlocked indica. The locked indica and the unlocked indica may be selectively covered by an LCD shutter. The locked indica and the unlocked indica may be selectively viewable through a window due to a lateral translation.
E05B 41/00 - Locks with visible indication as to whether the lock is locked or unlocked
E05B 81/74 - Monitoring or sensing, e.g. by using switches or sensors the lock status, i.e. locked or unlocked condition by sensing the state of the actuator
A lock core includes a shell, a plug within and rotatable relative to the shell between a first position and a second position about a longitudinal axis of the plug, and a lock. The lock has a first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell, an unlocked position allowing rotation of the plug relative to the shell and a second locked position different from the first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell. The lock is moveable from the first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell to the unlocked position with a first movement of the lock, the first movement having a vector component along the longitudinal axis of the plug and a vector component along an axis transverse to the longitudinal axis of the plug.
A lock core includes a shell, a plug within and rotatable relative to the shell between a first position and a second position about a longitudinal axis of the plug, and a lock. The lock has a first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell, an unlocked position allowing rotation of the plug relative to the shell and a second locked position different from the first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell. The lock is moveable from the first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell to the unlocked position with a first movement of the lock, the first movement having a vector component along the longitudinal axis of the plug and a vector component along an axis transverse to the longitudinal axis of the plug.
An attachment system for a locking system mounted to a closure is provided. A baseplate is fastenable to a mounting surface of the closure, the baseplate including at least one circumferential cutout having an engagement feature, and a locking feature on a surface of the baseplate. A housing has at least one protrusion insertable into the at least one circumferential cutout and is rotatably engageable with the engagement feature to selectively prevent the housing from being withdrawn from the baseplate in a direction normal to the mounting surface. A locking device is disposed inside the housing and is accessible from outside the housing through a cutout defined in at least one of the housing and the baseplate, the locking device operable to rotatably lock and unlock the housing to the baseplate.
E05B 9/08 - Fastening the casings of latch-bolt locks or cylinder locks to the wing
E05B 49/00 - Electric permutation locksCircuits therefor
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
A lock core includes a shell, a plug within and rotatable relative to the shell between a first position and a second position about a longitudinal axis of the plug, and a lock. The lock has a first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell, an unlocked position allowing rotation of the plug relative to the shell and a second locked position different from the first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell. The lock is moveable from the first locked position preventing rotation of the plug relative to the shell to the unlocked position with a first movement of the lock, the first movement having a vector component along the longitudinal axis of the plug and a vector component along an axis transverse to the longitudinal axis of the plug.
E05B 27/00 - Cylinder locks with tumbler pins or balls that are set by pushing the key in
E05B 27/10 - Cylinder locks with tumbler pins or balls that are set by pushing the key in operated by other surfaces of the key, e.g. openings receiving projections on the tumblers
E05B 35/14 - Locks for use with special keys or a plurality of keys with keys of which different parts operate separate mechanisms
An exit device assembly for coupling to a door having a first side and second side. A first exit device may be coupled to the first side of the door. The first exit device may include a main tube extending from a first end to a second end and a first adjustment tube coupled to the first end of the main tube. The first adjustment tube may be axially adjustable relative to the main tube along a first adjustment axis. An actuator assembly may be supported within an interior of the main tube of the first exit device and may be moveable between a first position and a second position. A latchbolt may be coupled to the actuator assembly and may be moveable between a retracted position and an extended position in which the latchbolt engages a latch.
E05B 65/10 - Locks for special use for panic or emergency doors
E05C 9/02 - Arrangement of simultaneously-actuated bolts or other securing devices at well-separated positions on the same wing with one sliding bar for fastening when moved in one direction and unfastening when moved in opposite directionArrangement of simultaneously-actuated bolts or other securing devices at well-separated positions on the same wing with two sliding bars moved in the same direction when fastening or unfastening
E05C 9/18 - Details of fastening means or of fixed retaining means for the ends of bars
An interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a core keeper moveably coupled to a lock core body. The core keeper may be positionable in a retain position wherein the core keeper extends beyond an envelope of lock core body to hold the lock core body in an opening of the lock device and a remove position wherein the core keeper is retracted relative to retain position to permit removal.
The present disclosure provides a configurable lock and methods and systems for configuring the same. An initialization input is obtained via an input interface of the lock. A unique code associated with the lock is generated and displayed by the lock responsive to the initialization input. The unique code is obtained at a code input device. The unique code is transmitted from the code input device to a remote server. A configuration command for the lock is generated by the remote server based on the unique code. The configuration command for the lock is transmitted from the remote server to configure the operation of the lock based on the configuration command. The operation of the lock is configured based on the configuration command.
A cylindrical door lock including a latch bolt, a cam assembly operable to move the latch bolt from a first position to a second position, a support at least partially surrounding the cam assembly, an operator actuatable input device operatively coupled to the latch bolt through the cam assembly, a retainer coupling the operator actuatable input device to the support and being moveable between a hold position and a remove position, a removable lock core positioned at least partially within the operator actuatable input device, a throw member operatively coupled with the lock core and the cam assembly to actuate the cam assembly based on a position of the operator actuatable input device, and a stabilizer positioned at least partially within the support and posterior to the lock core.21Date Recue/Date Received 2021-10-12
A cylindrical door lock including a latch bolt, a cam assembly operable to move the latch bolt from a first position to a second position, a support at least partially surrounding the cam assembly, an operator actuatable input device operatively coupled to the latch bolt through the cam assembly, a retainer coupling the operator actuatable input device to the support and being moveable between a hold position and a remove position, a removable lock core positioned at least partially within the operator actuatable input device, a throw member operatively coupled with the lock core and the cam assembly to actuate the cam assembly based on a position of the operator actuatable input device, and a stabilizer positioned at least partially within the support and posterior to the lock core.
The present disclosure generally relates to a lock including a blocker (e.g., a bolt) useable to selectively prevent access through a portal such as a door. The blocker can be retained in a blocking position to prevent access through the portal by a retainer. In alternative embodiments, the blocker can also be retained in an open position to allow access through the portal. A retainer can be utilized to retain the blocker in the blocking position preventing access through the portal and can also be utilized, in certain embodiments, to retain the blocker in the open position to allow access through the portal. A retainer blocker can be utilized to maintain the retainer in position to retain the blocker (e.g., bolt) in a fixed position. An actuator may, in certain alternative embodiments, be employed to position the retainer blocker. In certain embodiments, the actuator is controlled by an electronic controller.
A removable lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The removeable lock core may include a cam member tailpiece which is moveable between a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which permits removal of the removeable lock core from the lock device which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The removeable lock core may include an electro-mechanical drive assembly which in a disengaged state is decoupled from the cam member tailpiece and in an engaged state is coupled to the cam member tailpiece. A cam lock having a locked state and an unlocked state for use with a catch is disclosed.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
08 - Hand tools and implements
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Locks, namely, metal padlocks, metal mortise locks, metal cylindrical locks, metal mechanical locks, metal tubular deadbolt locks, metal cabinet locks, metal lock cylinders, and metal structural parts of locks; metal keys for locks Lock and key combinating hand tools, namely, key combinating cutter; lock combinating kit comprised of hand tools in the nature of a spanner wrench, hand capping pin, tweezers, and letter and number dies, pin tumblers and tumbler springs Mechanical locks controlled by electronic controls
An attachment system for a locking device mounted to a closure comprises a baseplate fastenable to a mounting surface of the closure, a housing and an insert. The baseplate includes at least one circumferential track having an engagement feature, and a plurality of circumferential cutouts terminating with a catch portion. The housing includes a plurality of extrusions insertable into the at least one circumferential track and engageable with the engagement feature to prevent the housing from being withdrawn from the baseplate in a direction normal to the mounting surface. The housing further includes a slot. The insert is securely insertable into the slot. The insert includes a frame having a plurality of protrusions insertable into the circumferential cutouts in the baseplate. The protrusions are slideably lockable in the catch portions of the circumferential cutouts to prevent relative rotation between the baseplate and the housing.
F16M 11/04 - Means for attachment of apparatusMeans allowing adjustment of the apparatus relatively to the stand
E05B 9/08 - Fastening the casings of latch-bolt locks or cylinder locks to the wing
F16M 13/02 - Other supports for positioning apparatus or articlesMeans for steadying hand-held apparatus or articles for supporting on, or attaching to, an object, e.g. tree, gate, window-frame, cycle
29.
System and method for transferring rotation of lock indicator through cylindrical lock
Lock indicators useable to signal the locked or unlocked state of a lock at both sides of a door selectively secured by the lock. Lock indicators include a first cuff for receiving an input causing the first cuff to transition from a first position to a second position associated with the locked state and the unlocked state. The lock indicators include a second cuff for receiving input from the first cuff via a transmission rod causing the second cuff to transition from a first position to a second position associated with the locked state and the unlocked state.
Lock indicators useable to signal the locked or unlocked state of a lock where the lock indicator is usable with an adjustable rose for accommodating various door thicknesses.
Lock indicators useable to signal the locked or unlocked state of one side of a cylindrical lock across the door selectively secured by the lock. For example, the present disclosure provides a cylindrical lock having an entry function with an indicator viewable by occupants of an area secured by the cylindrical lock. The lock indicators are magnetically driven.
A motorized latch retraction system for transitioning a latch of an exit device from a latched position to an unlatched position is provided. The motorized latch retraction system includes a lock indicator indicating the latched or unlatched position of the latch and a floating motor.
ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE A motorized latch retraction system for transitioning a latch of an exit device from a latched position to an unlatched position is provided. The motorized latch retraction system includes a lock indicator indicating the latched or unlatched position of the latch and a floating motor.Date Recue/Date Received 2021-05-18
Lock indicators useable to signal the locked or unlocked state of a lock at both sides of a door selectively secured by the lock. For example, the present disclosure provides locks having an entry function or an intruder function with an indicator viewable by occupants of an area secured by the lock. In another example, the present disclosure provides a lock having a privacy function with an indicator viewable from external of an area secured by the lock.
An interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a core keeper moveably coupled to a lock core body. The core keeper may be positionable in a retain position wherein the core keeper extends beyond an envelope of lock core body to hold the lock core body in an opening of the lock device and a remove position wherein the core keeper is retracted relative to retain position to permit removal.
An exit device assembly for coupling to a door having a first side and second side. A first exit device may be coupled to the first side of the door. The first exit device may include a main tube extending from a first end to a second end and a first adjustment tube coupled to the first end of the main tube. The first adjustment tube may be axially adjustable relative to the main tube along a first adjustment axis. An actuator assembly may be supported within an interior of the main tube of the first exit device and may be moveable between a first position and a second position. A latchbolt may be coupled to the actuator assembly and may be moveable between a retracted position and an extended position in which the latchbolt engages a latch.
E05B 65/10 - Locks for special use for panic or emergency doors
E05C 1/12 - Fastening devices with bolts moving rectilinearly with latching action with operating handle or equivalent member moving otherwise than rigidly with the latch
An exit device assembly for coupling to a door having a first side and second side. A first exit device may be coupled to the first side of the door. The first exit device may include a main tube extending from a first end to a second end and a first adjustment tube coupled to the first end of the main tube. The first adjustment tube may be axially adjustable relative to the main tube along a first adjustment axis. An actuator assembly may be supported within an interior of the main tube of the first exit device and may be moveable between a first position and a second position. A latchbolt may be coupled to the actuator assembly and may be moveable between a retracted position and an extended position in which the latchbolt engages a latch.
E05C 1/12 - Fastening devices with bolts moving rectilinearly with latching action with operating handle or equivalent member moving otherwise than rigidly with the latch
E05B 59/00 - Locks with latches separate from the lock-bolts, or with a plurality of latches or lock-bolts
A visual indicator of lock status is disclosed. An operation indicator signaling to an operator a lock operator input direction and an unlock operator input direction to signal to the operator operations that will lock and unlock the locking device is also disclosed.
A removable lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The removeable lock core may include a cam member tailpiece which is moveable between a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which permits removal of the removeable lock core from the lock device which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The removeable lock core may include an electro-mechanical drive assembly which in a disengaged state is decoupled from the cam member tailpiece and in an engaged state is coupled to the cam member tailpiece. A cam lock having a locked state and an unlocked state for use with a catch is disclosed.
The present disclosure generally relates to a lock including a blocker (e.g., a bolt) useable to selectively prevent access through a portal such as a door. The blocker can be retained in a blocking position to prevent access through the portal by a retainer. In alternative embodiments, the blocker can also be retained in an open position to allow access through the portal. A retainer can be utilized to retain the blocker in the blocking position preventing access through the portal and can also be utilized, in certain embodiments, to retain the blocker in the open position to allow access through the portal. A retainer blocker can be utilized to maintain the retainer in position to retain the blocker (e.g., bolt) in a fixed position. An actuator may, in certain alternative embodiments, be employed to position the retainer blocker. In certain embodiments, the actuator is controlled by an electronic controller.
An electro-mechanical lock for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The electro-mechanical lock incorporates an actuation motor susceptible to lockdown and features a variety of lockdown mitigation structures and arrangements to combat the same.
The present disclosure generally relates to a lock including a blocker (e.g., a bolt) useable to selectively prevent access through a portal such as a door. The blocker can be retained in a blocking position to prevent access through the portal by a retainer. In alternative embodiments, the blocker can also be retained in an open position to allow access through the portal. A retainer can be utilized to retain the blocker in the blocking position preventing access through the portal and can also be utilized, in certain embodiments, to retain the blocker in the open position to allow access through the portal. A retainer blocker can be utilized to maintain the retainer in position to retain the blocker (e.g., bolt) in a fixed position. An actuator may, in certain alternative embodiments, be employed to position the retainer blocker. In certain embodiments, the actuator is controlled by an electronic controller.
A removable lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The removeable lock core may include a cam member tailpiece which is moveable between a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which permits removal of the removeable lock core from the lock device which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The removeable lock core may include an electro-mechanical drive assembly which in a disengaged state is decoupled from the cam member tailpiece and in an engaged state is coupled to the cam member tailpiece. A cam lock having a locked state and an unlocked state for use with a catch is disclosed.
An interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a core keeper moveably coupled to a lock core body. The core keeper may be positionable in a retain position wherein the core keeper extends beyond an envelope of lock core body to hold the lock core body in an opening of the lock device and a remove position wherein the core keeper is retracted relative to the envelope of the lock core body to permit removal.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
(1) Electronic door locks, door hardware, and associated accessories, namely, installation and maintenance tools; software, namely access control system and associated accessories, namely gateways, for use with electronic locks and door hardware; electronic key fobs
A mortise lock system may include a plurality of hub lock actuators which may be independently actuatable to inhibit a retraction of a latch bolt of the mortise lock system. One of the plurality of hub lock actuators may be electrically driven and responsive to a lockdown command received from a remote device.
A mortise lock system may include a plurality of hub lock actuators which may be independently actuatable to inhibit a retraction of a latch bolt of the mortise lock system. One of the plurality of hub lock actuators may be electrically driven and responsive to a lockdown command received from a remote device.
An interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a core keeper moveably coupled to a lock core body. The core keeper may be positionable in a retain position wherein the core keeper extends beyond an envelope of lock core body to hold the lock core body in an opening of the lock device and a remove position wherein the core keeper is retracted relative to retain position to permit removal.
A puller assembly for use with a lock device is disclosed. The lock device may have an interchangeable core. The puller assembly includes a puller core body having an opening sized to receive at least a portion of an operator actuation assembly of the lock device, a first engagement surface positioned to engage a portion of a rear end of the operator actuation assembly of the lock device, a second engagement surface positioned to engage a portion of a front end of a core assembly of the lock device, and an actuator which is moveable to alter a separation between the first engagement surface and the second engagement surface.
A latchbolt assembly includes a solid latchbolt having at least a first surface, a second surface and a third surface and an anti-friction bolt pivotally coupled to the solid latchbolt. The anti-friction bolt includes a cross member disposed adjacent the first surface of the solid latchbolt and a pair of plates depending from the cross member to form a U-shaped cross section. The plates are disposed adjacent the second and third surfaces of the solid latchbolt.
An interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a core keeper moveably coupled to a lock core body. The core keeper may be positionable in a retain position wherein the core keeper extends beyond an envelope of lock core body to hold the lock core body in an opening of the lock device and a remove position wherein the core keeper is retracted relative to retain position to permit removal.
An interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a core keeper moveably coupled to a lock core body. The core keeper may be positionable in a retain position wherein the core keeper extends beyond an envelope of lock core body to hold the lock core body in an opening of the lock device and a remove position wherein the core keeper is retracted relative to retain position to permit removal.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Metal door hardware, namely, lock cylinders and knobs Electronic locks; electronic access control systems for controlling electronic door locks, gateway routers in the nature of computer control hardware, downloadable computer software for controlling electronic locks in the field of access control systems, all for use with electronic locks and door hardware; electronic key fobs being remote control apparatus
The locking system is provided for controlling the unlocking of a door by an electronic key. The locking system has a first pack configured to be received within a first recessed area of the door, the first pack having an actuator configured and adapted to move a bolt slidingly housed in the lock pack; a second pack configured to be received within a second recessed area of the door; a reader interface adapted to receive an input from the electronic key and a controller adapted to receive the input from the reader interface, authenticate the input, and control the actuator based on the authentication.
An interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The interchangeable electromechanical lock core may include a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state.
The dual lock system can have a primary lock having a first bolt, a first external access control interface, a handle on an internal face of the door, a first mechanism to control the retraction of the first bolt based on either one of the first external access control interface and the handle, the first mechanism having an actuator which is moveable vertically in response to the activation of the handle; a secondary lock having a second bolt, a second external access control interface, a second mechanism to control the retraction of the second bolt based on the second external access control interface, the second mechanism having a rotary shaft linked to the retraction of the second bolt; a connecting element connected to transfer the vertical movement of the actuator to a rotary movement of the rotary shaft, wherein both the first bolt and the second bolt are retracted upon activation of the handle.
E05C 1/06 - Fastening devices with bolts moving rectilinearly without latching action with operating handle or equivalent member moving otherwise than rigidly with the bolt
An exit device for a door includes an elongate housing, a latch, a touch bar assembly, a panel, and a dogging assembly. The elongate housing is configured to be mounted to the door. The touch bar assembly is attached to the elongate housing. The touch bar assembly includes a touch bar that is movable relative to the elongate housing and has a linkage that operably connects the touch bar to the latch. The panel is connected to the elongate housing. The dogging assembly has a combination lock dogging operator and a dogging mechanism. The dogging mechanism is rotatably coupled to the elongate housing. The combination lock dogging operator is mounted to the panel, and is drivably engaged with the dogging mechanism.
E05B 63/18 - Locks with special structural characteristics with arrangements independent of the locking mechanism for retaining the bolt in the retracted position
E05C 3/04 - Fastening devices with bolts moving pivotally or rotatively without latching action with operating handle or equivalent member rigid with the bolt
An interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a core keeper moveably coupled to a lock core body. The core keeper may be positionable in a retain position wherein the core keeper extends beyond an envelope of lock core body to hold the lock core body in an opening of the lock device and a remove position wherein the core keeper is retracted relative to the envelope of the lock core body to permit removal.
An interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state. The interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core may include a core keeper moveably coupled to a lock core body. The core keeper may be positionable in a retain position wherein the core keeper extends beyond an envelope of lock core body to hold the lock core body in an opening of the lock device and a remove position wherein the core keeper is retracted relative to the envelope of the lock core body to permit removal.
A control module for a motorized door lock assembly includes a mounting bracket that is electrically connected to the door lock with wiping electrical terminals, and a housing with counterpart wiping electrical terminals that are electrically connected to a battery subassembly and an electric circuit. As a result, the battery subassembly and electric circuit can be quickly connected to the door lock merely by sliding the housing over the mounting bracket. Accordingly, the need for complicated and expensive connection systems is eliminated. Such an array of mutual wiping terminals also makes it possible to use the force of gravity to jettison the housing and its contents from the door lock in the event of a fire.
A small angle latch is disclosed which moves a latch bolt from a fully extended position to a retracted position wherein the latch bolt is substantially flush with an outer surface of a faceplate through a rotation of an input device, such as a lever, in the range of from about 25 degrees to about 35 degrees, without exceeding a maximum torque upon the input member of 28 inch-pounds.
E05B 1/00 - Knobs or handles for wingsKnobs, handles, or press buttons for locks or latches on wings
E05B 9/02 - Lock casings or latch-mechanism casings of latch-bolt locks
E05C 1/12 - Fastening devices with bolts moving rectilinearly with latching action with operating handle or equivalent member moving otherwise than rigidly with the latch
E05B 55/00 - Locks in which a sliding latch is used also as a locking bolt
A small angle latch is disclosed which moves a latch bolt from a fully extended position to a retracted position wherein the latch bolt is substantially flush with an outer surface of a faceplate through a rotation of an input device, such as a lever, in the range of from about 25 degrees to about 35 degrees, without exceeding a maximum torque upon the input member of 28 inch-pounds.
An interconnection assembly includes a chassis, and cam plates that are rotatably coupled to the chassis to pivot about a plurality of rotational axises. An upper cam plate is operatively coupled to a deadbolt. The upper cam plate has a cam surface. A lower cam plate is rotatably coupled to the chassis to pivot about a second rotational axis. The lower cam plate is operatively coupled to an interior latch bolt handle. The lower cam plate has a cam slot. A linkage bar is rotatably coupled to the chassis to pivot about a pivot axis. The linkage bar has a first linkage portion having a first cam follower configured to operatively engage the cam surface of the upper cam plate and has a second linkage portion having a second cam follower operatively received in the cam slot of the lower cam plate.
A door handle set includes a handle assembly having a primary lock and having a handle rotatable about a primary rotational axis. A latch bolt assembly has a latch bolt. The latch bolt assembly is operatively coupled to the handle assembly, wherein a rotation of the handle results in a linear translation of the latch bolt. A supplemental lock has a second axis parallel to, and spaced apart from, the primary rotational axis. The supplemental lock has an actuator that is operable relative to the second axis. The supplemental lock is configured to selectively block the rotation of the handle regardless of the locking state of the primary lock.
An interchangeable electro-mechanical lock core for use with a lock device having a locked state and an unlocked state is disclosed. The interchangeable electromechanical lock core may include a moveable plug having a first position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the locked state and a second position relative to a lock core body which corresponds to the lock device being in the unlocked state.
The locking system is provided for controlling the unlocking of a door by an electronic key. The locking system has a first pack configured to be received within a first recessed area of the door, the first pack having an actuator configured and adapted to move a bolt slidingly housed in the lock pack; a second pack configured to be received within a second recessed area of the door; a reader interface adapted to receive an input from the electronic key and a controller adapted to receive the input from the reader interface, authenticate the input, and control the actuator based on the authentication.
The locking system is provided for controlling the unlocking of a door by an electronic key. The locking system has a first pack configured to be received within a first recessed area of the door, the first pack having an actuator configured and adapted to move a bolt slidingly housed in the lock pack; a second pack configured to be received within a second recessed area of the door; a reader interface adapted to receive an input from the electronic key and a controller adapted to receive the input from the reader interface, authenticate the input, and control the actuator based on the authentication.
The locking system is provided for controlling the unlocking of a door by an electronic key. The locking system has a first pack configured to be received within a first recessed area of the door, the first pack having an actuator configured and adapted to move a bolt slidingly housed in the lock pack; a second pack configured to be received within a second recessed area of the door; a reader interface adapted to receive an input from the electronic key and a controller adapted to receive the input from the reader interface, authenticate the input, and control the actuator based on the authentication.
An exit device for a door includes an elongate housing, a latch, a touch bar assembly, a panel, and a dogging assembly. The elongate housing is configured to be mounted to the door. The touch bar assembly is attached to the elongate housing. The touch bar assembly includes a touch bar that is movable relative to the elongate housing and has a linkage that operably connects the touch bar to the latch. The panel is connected to the elongate housing. The dogging assembly has a combination lock dogging operator and a dogging mechanism. The dogging mechanism is rotatably coupled to the elongate housing. The combination lock dogging operator is mounted to the panel, and is drivably engaged with the dogging mechanism.
E05B 63/18 - Locks with special structural characteristics with arrangements independent of the locking mechanism for retaining the bolt in the retracted position
E05B 65/10 - Locks for special use for panic or emergency doors
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AUTOMATIC CONNECTING SYSTEM WITH HEAT-ACTIVATED RELEASE
A control module for a motorized door lock assembly includes a mounting bracket that is electrically connected to the door lock with wiping electrical terminals, and a housing with counterpart wiping electrical terminals that are electrically connected to a battery subassembly and an electric circuit. As a result, the battery subassembly and electric circuit can be quickly connected to the door lock merely by sliding the housing over the mounting bracket. Accordingly, the need for complicated and expensive connection systems is eliminated. Such an array of mutual wiping terminals also makes it possible to use the force of gravity to jettison the housing and its contents from the door lock in the event of a fire.
An adjustable hinge of the present invention includes a hinge pin and a hinge plate coupled to the hinge pin and a plurality of adjusters configured to threadedly engage a plurality of threaded apertures formed in the hinge plate. The adjusters define respective central pass-through bores for receiving a fastener configured to fasten the hinge plate to a door or door frame. The adjusters are operatively associated with a door or door frame, so that, after slightly loosening the existing fastener, rotating the adjuster changes the gap between the hinge plate and the surface of the door or door frame. Once the desired gap has been obtained, the fastener is tightened against the adjuster, and into the door or door frame, thereby maintaining the gap.
An adjustable hinge of the present invention includes a hinge pin and a hinge plate coupled to the hinge pin and a plurality of adjusters configured to threadedly engage a plurality of threaded apertures formed in the hinge plate. The adjusters define respective central pass-through bores for receiving a fastener configured to fasten the hinge plate to a door or door frame. The adjusters are operatively associated with a door or door frame, so that, after slightly loosening the existing fastener, rotating the adjuster changes the gap between the hinge plate and the surface of the door or door frame. Once the desired gap has been obtained, the fastener is tightened against the adjuster, and into the door or door frame, thereby maintaining the gap.
A spring force indicator for a door closure having a spring force adjuster comprises a drive wheel coupled to the spring force adjuster for rotation therewith and a driven wheel. The driven wheel includes a disc and a post extending from the disc, the post being disposed in a bore formed in a front surface of the door closure and adapted to engage the drive wheel for rotation therewith. A cover being disposed on the end of the door closure and configured to cover the drive wheel and the driven wheel. The cover includes a sidewall, a central aperture for receiving the spring force adjuster, a second aperture disposed between the central aperture and the sidewall, and second indicia disposed around the second aperture. The disc includes first indicia visible through the second aperture which cooperates with the second indicia to indicate a measure of spring force.
E05F 1/00 - Closers or openers for wings, not otherwise provided for in this subclass
E05F 3/00 - Closers or openers with braking devices, e.g. checksConstruction of pneumatic or liquid braking devices
E05F 3/10 - Closers or openers with braking devices, e.g. checksConstruction of pneumatic or liquid braking devices with liquid piston brakes with a spring, other than a torsion spring, and a piston, the axes of which are the same or lie in the same direction
E05F 3/22 - Additional arrangements for closers, e.g. for holding the wing in opened or other position
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Swing bolt lock mechanism for preventing premature status switch enabling
A swing bolt lock mechanism for preventing false status switch enabling is described. The lock mechanism is a swing bolt lock mechanism wherein the swing bolt has an inner ramp wall against which a blocker rod is spring-biased. A ramp extension arm is displaceably secured with the swing bolt and provides an extension of the ramp wall whereby the blocker rod may only be displaced when the swing bolt is at its fully locked position whereby to arrest the swing bolt at that position. The displacement of the blocker rod also toggles a lock status switch to provide an indication that the lock is at its locked position. Accordingly, the lock status switch cannot be prematurely actuated.
E05C 3/30 - Fastening devices with bolts moving pivotally or rotatively with latching action with operating handle or equivalent member moving otherwise than rigidly with the latch the bolt being spring-controlled in the form of a hook
E05B 47/06 - Controlling mechanically-operated bolts by electromagnetically-operated detents
E05B 63/00 - Locks with special structural characteristics
E05C 3/00 - Fastening devices with bolts moving pivotally or rotatively
E05C 3/12 - Fastening devices with bolts moving pivotally or rotatively with latching action
E05C 3/14 - Fastening devices with bolts moving pivotally or rotatively with latching action with operating handle or equivalent member rigid with the latch
E05B 17/20 - Means independent of the locking mechanism for preventing unauthorised opening, e.g. for securing the bolt in the fastening position
E05B 47/00 - Operating or controlling locks or other fastening devices by electric or magnetic means
A latchbolt assembly includes a solid latchbolt having at least a first surface, a second surface and a third surface and an anti-friction bolt pivotally coupled to the solid latchbolt. The anti-friction bolt includes a cross member disposed adjacent the first surface of the solid latchbolt and a pair of plates depending from the cross member to form a U-shaped cross section. The plates are disposed adjacent the second and third surfaces of the solid latchbolt.
A spring force indicator for a door closure having a spring force spring force adjuster comprises a drive wheel coupled to the spring force adjuster for rotation therewith and a driven wheel. The driven wheel includes a disc and a post extending from the disc, the post being disposed in a bore formed in a front surface of the door closure and adapted to engage the drive wheel for rotation therewith. The disc further includes first indicia. A cover includes a base wall and a cylindrical sidewall depending from the base wall, the cover being disposed on the end of the door closure and configured to cover the drive wheel and the driven wheel. The cover includes a central aperture for receiving the spring force spring force adjuster, a second aperture disposed between the central aperture and the sidewall, and second indicia disposed around the second aperture. The first indicia is visible through the second aperture, and the first indicia cooperates with the second indicia to indicate a measure of spring force.
E05F 3/00 - Closers or openers with braking devices, e.g. checksConstruction of pneumatic or liquid braking devices
E05F 3/10 - Closers or openers with braking devices, e.g. checksConstruction of pneumatic or liquid braking devices with liquid piston brakes with a spring, other than a torsion spring, and a piston, the axes of which are the same or lie in the same direction
E05F 3/22 - Additional arrangements for closers, e.g. for holding the wing in opened or other position
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Method of manufacturing a seamless metal clad polystyrene door
A method of making a seamless edge, metal clad door having foam or polystyrene core, wherein the seam can be welded by cold metal transfer (CMT) welding without melting the polystyrene. The welded seam is appropriately finished by grinding, if necessary, and painting to produce a door with completely seamless edges. The invention encompasses a seamless edge door manufactured by the disclosed process and equivalents thereof.
A swing bolt lock mechanism for preventing false status switch enabling is described. The lock mechanism is a swing bolt lock mechanism wherein the swing bolt has an inner ramp wall against which a blocker rod is spring-biased. A ramp extension arm is displaceably secured with the swing bolt and provides an extension of the ramp wall whereby the blocker rod may only be displaced when the swing bolt is at its fully locked position whereby to arrest the swing bolt at that position. The displacement of the blocker rod also toggles a lock status switch to provide an indication that the lock is at its locked position. Accordingly, the lock status switch cannot be prematurely actuated.
A lock assembly includes a coupling mechanism connected to a spindle assembly. The coupling mechanism has an outer sleeve having a longitudinal interior opening that extends along a first axis. An operator handle includes a proximal lock core opening, and a distal shaft portion having an axial opening configured to receive the outer sleeve. The distal shaft portion and the outer sleeve are configured to define a through path oriented across the longitudinal interior opening of the outer sleeve. A portion of the through path at the outer sleeve is configured to threadably receive a setscrew to fasten the operator handle to the outer sleeve. A keyed lock core has a tailpiece that is positioned in the longitudinal interior opening of the outer sleeve to obstruct the through path and block access to the setscrew via the through path to prevent unauthorized removal of the operator handle.
A lock assembly includes an exterior operator assembly having an exterior operator handle. An interior operator assembly has an interior operator handle having a mounting opening. An outer spindle is operatively coupled to a latch assembly, drivably coupled to the interior operator assembly, has a longitudinal bore, and is rotatable about a first axis. A coupling mechanism is drivably coupled to the outer spindle. A locking spindle assembly is rotatably received in the longitudinal bore and rotatable about the first axis, and is configured to selectively operate the coupling mechanism to drivably couple the exterior operator assembly to the outer spindle. A motor drive assembly includes a motor having a motor shaft. The motor is positioned inside the mounting opening of the interior operator handle. The motor shaft is drivably coupled to the locking spindle assembly to operate the coupling mechanism when the motor drive assembly is actuated.
A lock assembly includes an exterior operator assembly, an interior operator assembly, and a latch assembly. An outer spindle is operatively coupled to a latch assembly, is drivably coupled to the interior operator assembly, and has a longitudinal bore. A coupling mechanism is coupled to the outer spindle. A locking spindle assembly is rotatably received in the longitudinal bore, and is configured to selectively operate the coupling mechanism to couple the exterior operator assembly to the outer spindle upon actuation of a drive assembly. The locking spindle assembly has a fire compliant component made of a first material that melts during a fire to prevent operation of the latch assembly with the exterior operator assembly, and has a fire resistant component made of a second material and configured to block the longitudinal bore of the outer spindle to aid in preventing the spread of the fire through the door.
A lock assembly includes a mounting fire plate configured for attachment to the door. A first lockset includes a lockset fire plate and a first operator assembly having a first operator handle. The first operator assembly is mounted to the lockset fire plate. At least one fusible link is configured to releasably couple the lockset fire plate of the first lockset to the mounting fire plate. The at least one fusible link is configured to melt during a fire condition to release the lockset fire plate from the mounting fire plate to facilitate a separation of the first lockset including the lockset fire plate from the mounting fire plate and the door by force of gravity.
A lock assembly includes an exterior lockset that includes an exterior operator handle. An interior lockset includes an interior operator assembly and a control electronics module. An outer spindle is operatively coupled to a latch assembly and is drivably coupled to the interior operator assembly. A locking mechanism is operatively coupled to a drive assembly, and includes a coupling mechanism and a locking spindle assembly. The coupling mechanism is configured to selectively couple the exterior operator handle to the outer spindle. The locking spindle assembly is configured to operate the coupling mechanism to transition from a locked condition to an unlocked condition by an actuation of the drive assembly. A lock position sensor is located in the interior lockset and is communicatively coupled to the control electronics module. The lock position sensor is configured to sense whether the coupling mechanism is in the locked condition or the unlocked condition.
A latchbolt assembly includes a solid latchbolt having at least a first surface, a second surface and a third surface and an anti-friction bolt pivotally coupled to the solid latchbolt. The anti-friction bolt includes a cross member disposed adjacent the first surface of the solid latchbolt and a pair of plates depending from the cross member to form a U-shaped cross section. The plates are disposed adjacent the second and third surfaces of the solid latchbolt.
E05C 3/22 - Fastening devices with bolts moving pivotally or rotatively with latching action with operating handle or equivalent member moving otherwise than rigidly with the latch the bolt being spring-controlled
A relocking mechanism that blocks the path of a bolt within a lock assembly is presented. The relocking mechanism comprises a breakaway member that is repositioned when the lock assembly is attacked by some mechanical means, such as impact applied via a hammer and punch to the lock housing through a spindle hole in a door. The breakaway member prior to attack holds a preloaded relocking plunger clear from bolt movement. When the breakaway member is repositioned upon attack, the plunger is free to move under a biasing force into position so as to block the bolt thus keeping the lock in a secure locked state regardless of the state of the locks default blocking mechanism.
E05B 47/00 - Operating or controlling locks or other fastening devices by electric or magnetic means
E05C 3/06 - Fastening devices with bolts moving pivotally or rotatively without latching action with operating handle or equivalent member moving otherwise than rigidly with the bolt
There is described a self-powered lock system for a movable member coupled to a lock mechanism having a first state in which the movable member is locked and a second state in which the movable member is unlocked. The system comprises an electrical energy storage device having an electrical charge stored therein, a control unit for controlling the lock mechanism, a trigger unit for triggering an unlocking of the lock mechanism, and a passive detection unit for detecting an activation of the trigger unit. Upon detection of the activation, a conductive path is provided between the control unit and the storage device for powering the control unit with the charge stored in the storage device. The lock mechanism is in turn unlocked by the control unit. A generator coupled to the storage device may then generate electrical energy and store the generated energy in the storage device for future use.
A key body and an associated lock core are disclosed. The disclosed lock core includes a core body, a core sleeve, a core plug, and a side pin assembly including a side pin, a region pin, and a spring.
A lock core and key blank are disclosed. The disclosed lock core includes a core body, a core sleeve, a core plug, and a side pin assembly including a side pin, a region pin, and a spring.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Computer software for monitoring access control systems and providing notification therefor, to subscribers, system users, which include third party systems, for lodging and multi-housing facilities
A universal mounting plate for replacing a plurality of different door closers with a new door closer, the plate having a substantially flat rectangular body of a material thickness. A plurality of holes are formed through the material thickness and arranged in a plurality of patterns that correspond to the mounting hole patterns of a plurality of different door closers. The mounting plate can be attached to the door through existing mounting holes and the replacement closer attached to the mounting plate. The existing holes in the door are used to mount the plate and the plate is employed to mount the replacement closer, eliminating the need to drill new holes in the door and patching the old holes.
B23P 19/04 - Machines for simply fitting together or separating metal parts or objects, or metal and non-metal parts, whether or not involving some deformationTools or devices therefor so far as not provided for in other classes for assembling or disassembling parts
