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GENERATION SMARTCODE™ SIGNATURE SERIES AT 2009 INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS' SHOW
New Easy-to-Install Keyless Design Enhances Style and
Convenience of Popular Touchpad Electronic Deadbolt
LAS
VEGAS–
January 20, 2009
– Kwikset®, the leader in innovative door hardware, today showcased to
the builder community its next generation keyless entry deadbolt -- the
SmartCode™ Signature Series -- at the 2009 International Builders’ Show (IBS) in
Las Vegas. The result of more than 10 years of functional testing and consumer
feedback, the new SmartCode Signature Series features a smaller and sleeker
touchpad design, adding style to any door while completely eliminating the
hassle of carrying or fumbling for keys. The SmartCode Signature Series will be
featured during IBS at the Home Depot booth No. C6357 from Jan. 20-23, 2009.
"Residential builders loved the convenience that the original SmartCode
provided residents, but expressed a desire for a more feature-rich product with
a design that would better complement the style of their homes," said Brent
Flaharty, vice president of Marketing, Kwikset. "We are continually driven by
our customers to push ahead in our products’ innovation, style and
functionality. This new series is a great representation of those efforts, and
is only the tip of the iceberg as we continue to progress in new areas of
innovation including residential access control, the next level of ultimate
security."
Easy Installation and Customized Access
SmartCode Signature Series is quick and easy to install, requires no hard
wiring and is powered by four AA batteries with an expected one-year battery
life. The sleek SmartCode Signature Series also fits all standard doors without
requiring new screw holes. Delivering security and style for any home, SmartCode
complements any Kwikset knob, lever or handleset, and comes in three finishes –
Polished Brass, Venetian Bronze and Satin Nickel.
SmartCode Signature Series
also allows builders and ultimately homeowners to create two unique access codes
– one code for everyday access and another code to be given out for temporary
access. "Guests or workers requiring access should never compromise home
security. SmartCode allows the property owner to create a secondary code for
temporary access, providing the o ption to quickly and easily change it to
eliminate any risk of the code falling into the wrong hands," continued
Flaharty.
The next generation SmartCode Signature Series is also the only
product in its category to feature a motorized deadbolt for convenient one-touch
locking. Unlike other available deadbolts featuring an electronic keypad that
makes the lock "accessible" for locking or unlocking, SmartCode users enjoy true
"one touch" locking because the motor moves the deadbolt, providing genuine user
convenience. Unlocking the door is equally simple, with only input of the code
required to move the lock, and no additional handle turning for true "one
finger" door unlocking. Finally, the new brightly lit keypad provides safer,
more convenient evening home access.
Additional convenience and security is
provided through the system’s automatic door locking feature with 30 second
delay that can be activated or deactivated by the homeowner. For further peace
of mind, all SmartCode deadbolts are accessible with a key when needed as
back-up.
SmartKey™ Security Built-in
SmartCode Signature Series features Kwikset’s SmartKey technology with
BumpGuard™ protection as its key back-up. SmartKey utilizes a patented
side-locking bar and passes the ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
Grade 1 lock picking standard, UL 437, par. 11.6.
Furthermore, it provides
homeowners with the ability to re-key the locks themselves, in less than 30
seconds, without removing them from the door. Additionally, consumers can easily
re-key their SmartCode Signature Series lock(s) to utilize the same key as their
home’s other Kwikset locks for one-key convenience.
About Kwikset®
For more than 60 years, Kwikset, manufacturer of America's most trusted name
in security, has provided beauty, security and peace of mind for millions of
families. For additional information on Kwikset products, call 1-800-327-LOCK or
visit www.kwikset.com
Black & Decker Hardware and Home
Improvement (BDHHI) Group is a division of Black & Decker, the world's
largest producer of power tools, power tool accessories and security hardware.
Today, the BDHHI Group includes some of the most recognizable hardware and home
improvement brands in the world including Kwikset, Weiser Lock®, Baldwin®, Price
Pfister® and K2™ Commercial Hardware by Black & Decker.
* Photo Caption: The new SmartCode™ Signature Series by Kwikset® features a
smaller and sleeker touchpad design, adding style to any residential door while
completely eliminating the hassle of carrying or fumbling for keys.
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