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For the club, the security system is encrypted and a tight security protocol has been implemented Mul-T-Lock’s MT5 patented key and cylinder system has been installed by Morgans Locksmiths at Leicester City Football club, as part of the newly promoted team’s security upgrade programme. Leicester City has recently sealed a place in the lucrative top flight of English football by winning the Championship title, and is now in the process of further improving all its facilities for its staff, players and supporters. As part of the ongoing programme of works, all security systems in place were reviewed and established to no longer meet the club’s requirements; with evidence of lock failings and loss of key control. Morgans Locksmiths recommended a new Mul-T-Lock MT5 patented master key system, created in a bespoke design around management needs to specifically accommodate departmental structure and restrict access rights for staff where required. Says Paul Lewis, Operations Manager at Leicester City Football Club: Leicester City Football Club recognised the challenge ahead. As a whole club, we are committed to improving all aspects for the benefit of players, staff and our supporters, and protecting them whilst they are on site at all times. “Morgans worked very closely with us to understand the security requirements and design a bespoke security solution. Key control and managing access were critical aspects, alongside the assurance of mechanical reliability and a system that was clearly built to last. We were recommended Mul-T-Lock’s MT5 solution, presented in a master key system and I was especially impressed with its flexibility and ability to accommodate all our needs.” MT5 is the first key and cylinder in the UK to be supported by a unique key authorisation magnetic strip card. This card is presented to a registered MT5 locksmith before any additional keys can be supplied to ensure tight control of key duplication. "Keys can only now be copied by us, as an accredited Mul-T-Lock MT5 dealer, with the presentation of authorisation to ensure complete key control for the club” For Leicester City Football Club, their security system is encrypted and a tight security protocol has been implemented between themselves and Morgans Locksmiths to ensure only authorised personnel obtain additional keys and locks for their system. Shane Hall, of Morgan’s Locksmiths added: “At Leicester City Football Club, the gradual failings of the original security system was becoming a severe issue for the management team, with lack of knowledge of keys in operation and staff members holding master keys who did not necessarily require all access rights. “By taking the time to work with Paul and using Mul-T-Lock’s MT5 system, known for its ability to adapt to its application, we could create a high performance master key security solution that is scaleable to suit different access requirements. Keys can only now be copied by us, as an accredited Mul-T-Lock MT5 dealer, with the presentation of authorisation to ensure complete key control for the club.” Steve Ross, Managing Director at Mul-T-Lock, concluded: “Leicester City is a perfect example of how a master key suite can enhance security arrangements even in a football club, where staff may need varying access to different facilities. Taking the time to work with a professional locksmith and investing in upgrading the lock cylindersand keys to a platform such as Mul-T-Lock MT5, will instantly bring considerable added protection, key control and access management, whilst satisfying budgetary needs.“

The Smartair system was installed to upgrade a mechanical key lock to an all-encompassing access control solution Mul-T-Lock’s innovative Smartair handle sets have been fitted to a number of office doors within the Chief Executive’s Department of Leicestershire County Council. The Smartair system was purchased to upgrade a mechanical key lock system to an all-encompassing access control solution. Leicestershire County Council was recommended Smartair by Morgan’s Locksmiths due to its ease of installation and ability to manage individual’s access rights. To date a combination of Mul-T-Lock Smartair handle sets and wall readers have been installed in a number of offices, all of which are controlled via a single PC within the Members Secretariat of the Chief Executive’s Department. An officer of Leicestershire County Council commented: “The Mul-T-Lock Smartair system appealed because of its ease to set up users and manage their access rights.” Mul-T-Lock’s Smartair system is a secure all-in-one access control solution that reduces the cost and inconvenience associated with traditional “hard wired” access control systems. Shane Hall of Morgan’s Locksmiths added: “Smartair’s real advantage over its competition is how easy it is to install, both the handles and wall reader, and its ability to encompass all the convenience and benefits of access control in one solution.  Together with its smart design there is also no compromise on security, all important aspects for Leicestershire County Council.” Once the initial programming is completed, cards or fobs can be easily added or removed as and when required. Time zones can also be set and an audit trail is available from the door handle or user card to make sure access is monitored for extra security. Steve Ross, Managing Director of Mul-T-Lock concluded: “The features of Smartair make it a simple and intelligent way for locksmiths to upgrade the security level of any premises, whilst also solving key management issues. The system is a true "out of the box" stylish solution, designed for purpose, that can be up and running in a matter of minutes, fully programmed and ready to secure offices.”