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2. Kwikset - Wikipedia

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   Rhinehart retired in 1952. Schoepe sold the company in 1957, [2] to American Hardware Corporation. They merged with Emhart Manufacturing Corporation in 1964. Black & Decker purchased the company in 1989. In 1992, Kwikset introduced its higher quality, high-security Titan product line. Around the year 2005, the line was rebranded as the ...

3. Pin tumbler lock - Wikipedia

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   The first known example of a tumbler lock was found in the ruins of the Palace of Khorsabad built by king Sargon II (721–705 BC.) in Iraq. [1] Basic principles of the pin tumbler lock may date as far back as 2000 BC in Egypt; the lock consisted of a wooden post affixed to the door and a horizontal bolt that slid into the post.

4. Rekeying - Wikipedia

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   Check the upper chambers using a master-follower for old unused master wafers and remove any. [7] If any springs are noticeably weak or the lock was especially dirty replace the springs. If the old pins are rounded from use or otherwise show excessive wear replace springs. Reinsert the plug taking care not to drop top pins into any unused chamber.

5. Lockset - Wikipedia

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   Metal fire-resistance rated door with a lockset consisting of a locking latch bolt operated by lever handle with an escutcheon that encompasses the locking mechanism.. A lockset (alternatively lock set) is the hardware and components that make up the locking or latching mechanism that can usually be found on a door or other hinged object but can also include sliding doors and dividers. [1]

6. Door handle - Wikipedia

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   This is an accepted version of this page This is the latest accepted revision, reviewed on 20 December 2024. There are 2 pending revisions awaiting review. Device to open or close door Various examples of door handles throughout history A door handle or doorknob is a handle used to open or close a door. Door handles can be found on all types of doors including exterior doors of residential and ...

7. Spectrum Brands - Wikipedia

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   In September 2021, Spectrum sold its Hardware and Home Improvement ("HHI") division to Assa Abloy for $4.3 billion. HHI has a varied portfolio of products, including patented SmartKey technology and electronic, smart and biometric locks. Key brands include Kwikset, Baldwin, Weiser, Pfister and National Hardware.