Van Slamlocks

SLAMLOCKS FOR VANS

Slamlocks for vans are a popular security enhancement for final mile parcel carriers and couriers. As the name suggests, once the door is slammed shut it automatically locks, offering a convenient and effective deterrent to opportunistic theft.

Maple are one of the originators of SlamLock technology; the first such solution was released in the 1980’s, initially as a bespoke design for a utilities company who had been experiencing large scale theft of expensive equipment from unsecured vans, often left unlocked by drivers when away from the vehicle carrying out a job.

It quickly became apparent that such theft issues were far from an isolated case. Slamlocks were quick to be universally adopted by both insurers and the wider transport industry.

Vanguard Slamlock

Maple are one of the originators of slamlock technology, having designed and manufactured some of the earliest mechanical slamlocks for panel van side and rear doors.

They provide an ideal solution for couriers, multi-drop delivery drivers and any operations where a driver may be regularly in and out of a load area throughout the day. They are designed to combat human error and safeguard against a driver forgetting to lock doors whilst they are away from the vehicle. Slamlocks – or ‘slam locks’ – do exactly what the name implies; once you close your door, it is locked. This makes slamlocks an extremely effective method of securing your vehicle when leaving a vehicle unattended even for the briefest of moments.

The Slamlock system is an internally mounted mechanical lock designed to cope with the daily rigors commercial vehicle loading doors experience. Access to the slam lock is gained through the use of a high security Mul-T-Lock 835 Series Thatcham Accredited profile.

Maple’s slamlocks have also been developed and tested in conjunction with major fleet operators for security and corrosion resistance, the easy fit Vanguard Slamlock offers total peace of mind.

Activlock OE

The Maple Activlock range provides a universal electronic slamlock application for use on panel vans

Integrating with existing central locking systems, the interface upgrades the OE system to ensure that both the side loading doors and rear doors are always locked.

In Operation, the driver uses the vehicle remote control to unlock the rear doors. Any door that is not opened within about five seconds re-locks again ensuring that security is maintained against opportunist theft. If a door has been opened it automatically locks the moment it is closed.

The upgrade maintains the security built-in to the vehicle locking mechanism and enhances the overall security by ensuring that the load area is always locked. Your drivers will appreciate the convenience of using the vehicle remote control to unlock the load area door, as opposed to using mechanical keys, and you will value the ‘peace of mind’ gained from the knowledge that the load is automatically secured against opportunist theft.

THE ADVANATGES OF VAN SLAMLOCKS

More than 40 years later, the humble slamlock remains a popular security enhancement, particularly for multi-drop operations. The choice is of course, a little more plentiful today. Mechanical key versions are still widely available, whilst electronic offerings, with the ability to delete lost keys and enable emergency access (in the event that keys are locked inside or lost) provide greater flexibility.

ELECTRONIC SLAMLOCKS

A popular alternative to the traditional key operated solutions is Maple’s electronic slamlock, ActivLock OE. This option negates the need for the management of additional keys or maintenance of locking barrels; The ActivLock OE interfaces into the OE locking mechanism to convert side and rear cargo doors into slamlock operation. Utilising the existing vehicle remote control, the conversion offers driver convenience and a truly single handed operation.

MODERN SLAMLOCKS FOR COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

It is an important consideration that the majority of slamlocks are designed for convenience and reassurance, they do not necessarily provide additional protection against forced attacks. However, specialist slamlock applications, primarily reserved for sensitive or high value cargo operations are also available, such as Maple’s new to market BondLock. Featuring a high specification locking mechanism that is installed internally, BondLock provides an innovative approach to vehicle security that is designed to combat modern theft techniques.

SLAMLOCKS FEATURING EMERGENCY ACCESS

A common concern for van operators fitting slamlocks to their vehicles maybe the potential to inadvertently lock keys inside the vehicle. With BondLock, Maple offer a practical and efficient solutions that is designed to get you moving again in a matter of minutes. In the event keys are trapped inside a vehicle, you can obtain an emergency access code which can be used to gain access to your vehicle, allowing you to retrieve keys and continue with your normal operation.