Restricted Locks in Kilkenny & Carlow

Cuddihy Window & Door Services are PSA Licenced Locksmiths and are members of the Irish Locksmith Organisation.

If you have a problem with your door lock, call us

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As part of our locksmith services, we can now offer a range of restricted locks. This is the best solution for homeowners / landlords / management for controlling access to keys.

A restricted (also called patented) cylinder lock is a lock with Cuddihy-Locksmiths-Restricted-Profile-Locksa totally unique keyway and key. Meaning a regular key will not fit into the lock. Our restricted cylinder locks are patented until 2034 and have further trademark protection thereafter. This means no locksmith or key cutting service except Cuddihy Window and Door Services can copy or duplicate keys for our locks.
  • Keys can only be cut for pre-appointed / designated person(s). Anyone else that presents with a restricted key to be cut will be refused.
  • All our restricted cylinders are fire certified and are extremely robust and hardwearing. Designed and made in Germany.
  • They are manufactured to the highest security levels in the industry. Which include anti-drill, anti-bump, anti-pick, and anti-pull protection. Anti-snap can also be added.
  • Our restricted cylinders are 100% serviceable – any broken or damaged parts can be replaced. Cylinders can be re-pinned in the event that a key is lost.
  • Our restricted locks can be keyed alike eg. Front door lock and back door lock open with the same key.
  • Our restricted locks can also be master keyed. The perfect solution for schools, offices, b&bs, or landlords with multiple properties. For more information please click here.

Types of Restricted Locks

Euro Profile Cylinder

The euro profile cylinder lock is the most common type used in Europe and beyond. Key on either side of the lock (Key / Key)

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Euro Profile Thumb Turn Cylinder

A thumb turn cylinder is a variation of the euro profile cylinder. With the key section facing the outside and the knob facing the inside. This is to ensure a quick exit from a building in case of a fire or an emergency. (Key / Knob)

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Euro Profile Half Cylinder

The euro profile half cylinder lock is used in bi-fold doors, key-operated switches for electric roller shutters, and outside access devices on panic & emergency exit doors

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Rim / Night Latch Cylinder

A rim cylinder or a night latch cylinder (also commonly called a yale lock) are extremely common in domestic properties

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Oval Cylinder

Oval cylinders (or sometimes called UK oval cylinders) are pretty rare these days. Surpassed by the euro profile cylinder. This type of oval cylinder is not to be confused with the Scandinavian oval cylinder. Available in thumb turn and half versions

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Scandinavian Oval Cylinder

Scandinavian oval cylinders or Swedish oval cylinders are commonly found on Nordic pine style doors like Rationel and Nordan.

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Padlocks

A range of different types and sizes of padlocks available to suit every requirement

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Cam locks

A range of cam locks to suit mailboxes, cabinets, lockers, and display cases

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What is the PSA?

The Private Security Authority is a government body set up to regulate the many sections of the security industry including burglar alarm installation, cash in transit vehicles and locksmiths. From the 1st of February 2017, any person who in the course of a business, trade or profession provides locksmith services including installing, opening, maintaining, repairing, or servicing of door and window locks, must have a PSA locksmith licence.

Why should I use a PSA licensed locksmith?

  • PSA licensed locksmiths are Garda vetted, fully insured and are experts in their field.

  • Any person including householders and businesses employing an unlicensed contractor or individual is breaking the law
  • Penalties range from a €3,000 fine, up to 5 years in prison

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