{"id":8479,"date":"2022-11-30T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-30T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/?p=8479"},"modified":"2022-11-30T08:58:00","modified_gmt":"2022-11-30T08:58:00","slug":"what-lock-do-you-need-for-your-lockers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/2022\/11\/30\/what-lock-do-you-need-for-your-lockers\/","title":{"rendered":"What lock do you need for your lockers?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/locker-locks-header-1-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"What lock do you need for your lockers? header\" class=\"wp-image-8489\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-black-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-size:22px\"><strong>Mechanical combination, digital keypad, cam lock, swivel latch&#8230;&#8230;<\/strong><br><strong>The question is&#8230; what lock do you need for your lockers?<\/strong><br><br>There are lots of different types of locks to consider when purchasing lockers. <br>In this blog, we unlock the details behind each lock type, taking a look at the advantages and disadvantages of each to help you pick the lock that is best suited to your workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill has-black-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#0f9cd8;grid-template-columns:27% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mechanucal-combination-lock.png);background-position:63% 73%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"814\" height=\"858\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mechanucal-combination-lock.png\" alt=\"Mechanical combination lock What lock do you need for your lockers?\" class=\"wp-image-8482 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mechanucal-combination-lock.png 814w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mechanucal-combination-lock-285x300.png 285w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/mechanucal-combination-lock-768x810.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 814px) 100vw, 814px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-block-heading\" style=\"background-color:#0f9cd8;font-size:23px\"><strong>MECHANICAL <\/strong><br><strong>COMBINATION<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\">The simple and effective combination lock  uses a 4 digit code to access the locker. These locks offer a convenient way to eliminate the need for keys in offices and locker rooms while allowing for secure access for users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">PROS<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-normal-font-size\"><li>No need for keys or padlocks which could be lost.<\/li><li>An emergency override key allows access in the case of a forgotten code.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-normal-font-size\"><li>Codes can be forgotten and staff members may not always be available with a master key.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile has-black-color has-white-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 30%\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"515\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/digital-keypad-lock-515x1024.png\" alt=\"digital keypad lock What lock do you need for your lockers?\" class=\"wp-image-8483 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/digital-keypad-lock-515x1024.png 515w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/digital-keypad-lock-151x300.png 151w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/digital-keypad-lock-768x1527.png 768w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/digital-keypad-lock-773x1536.png 773w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/digital-keypad-lock-1030x2048.png 1030w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/digital-keypad-lock.png 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 515px) 100vw, 515px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#0f9cd8;font-size:23px\"><strong>DIGITAL KEYPAD<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\">An effective keyless locking option, similar to the mechanical combination lock with a 4 digit code. Allows the user to programme in a simple code for their own locker.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#0f9cd8\">PROS<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-normal-font-size\"><li>The user-friendly lock removes the need for a key.<\/li><li>Battery operated so allows for frequent use.<\/li><li>No need for a master key. A master code allows access to the lockers without the users code.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#0f9cd8\">CONS<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-normal-font-size\"><li>Over time the batteries will need to be replaced.<\/li><li>Codes can be forgotten by the user.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill has-black-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#0f9cd8;grid-template-columns:24% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Swivel-Latch-Combination-lock-493x1024.png);background-position:72% 51%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"493\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Swivel-Latch-Combination-lock-493x1024.png\" alt=\"swivel latch and combination padlock\" class=\"wp-image-8484 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Swivel-Latch-Combination-lock-493x1024.png 493w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Swivel-Latch-Combination-lock-144x300.png 144w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Swivel-Latch-Combination-lock.png 700w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 493px) 100vw, 493px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-block-heading\" style=\"background-color:#0f9cd8;font-size:23px\"><strong>SWIVEL LATCH &amp; <\/strong><br><strong>COMBINATION <\/strong><br><strong>PADLOCK<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\">The Swivel Latch can be purchased with or without the combination padlock, and are ideal for lockers that have multiple users. A great cost effective option for any workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">PROS<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-normal-font-size\"><li>Padlock is easy to use<span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif;\">.<\/span><\/li><li>Padlocks do not have to be provided as users may bring their own, reducing the overall cost of the lockers.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-normal-font-size\"><li>This option may not look as visually appealing and uniform in a public space if users are bringing their own padlocks.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill has-black-color has-white-background-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 30%\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cam-lock-1-540x1024.png);background-position:50% 50%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cam-lock-1-540x1024.png\" alt=\"cam lock\" class=\"wp-image-8486 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cam-lock-1-540x1024.png 540w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cam-lock-1-158x300.png 158w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cam-lock-1-768x1458.png 768w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cam-lock-1-809x1536.png 809w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cam-lock-1.png 853w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-color wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#0f9cd8;font-size:23px\"><strong>CAM LOCK \/ <\/strong><br><strong>MOISTURE RESISTANT CAM LOCK<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\">The most common and easiest lock to use. A simple key opens the locker and is fitted to all of our lockers as the standard option.<br>We also provide a moisture resistant cam lock which is suitable for damp environments such as changing rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#0f9cd8\">PROS<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-normal-font-size\"><li>Simple, cost-effective and easy to use.<\/li><li>The small lock size makes it perfect to use on lockers that feature small panels.<\/li><li>2 keys are provided with cam locks in case the keys are lost and can be accessed easily by a master key.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\" style=\"color:#0f9cd8\">CONS<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color has-normal-font-size\"><li>Keys can be very easily misplaced.<\/li><li>Cam locks may be less secure than some other more durable options such as combination or digital locks.<\/li><li>May require more admin for staff with issuing keys, replacement keys and holding master keys.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill has-black-color has-text-color has-background\" style=\"background-color:#0f9cd8;grid-template-columns:33% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coin-locker-1-620x1024.png);background-position:40% 52%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coin-locker-1-620x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8497 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coin-locker-1-620x1024.png 620w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coin-locker-1-182x300.png 182w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coin-locker-1-768x1269.png 768w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coin-locker-1-930x1536.png 930w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coin-locker-1.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h3 class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-block-heading\" style=\"background-color:#0f9cd8;font-size:23px\"><strong>POUND COIN <\/strong><br>RETURN &amp; RETAIN LOCKS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\">The Coin Return lock returns the coin to the user when the locker is opened. The Retain lock stores the coin after use, producing a source of revenue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">PROS<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-normal-font-size\"><li>Income can be generated by the Retain locks.<\/li><li>No need for keys or codes.<\/li><li>Lockers can be used by multiple users so are perfect for busy areas and public spaces.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-heading\">CONS<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-white-color has-text-color has-normal-font-size\"><li>More restrictive in use. The lockers will only lock with a coin so would be impractical for many environments such as offices.<\/li><li>Users can take a locker for the price of a coin, and reserve it indefinitely, preventing any more use or income.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill has-background\" style=\"background-color:#555555;grid-template-columns:29% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/lock-collage.png);background-position:6% 64%\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/lock-collage.png\" alt=\"lock collage What lock do you need for your lockers?\" class=\"wp-image-8490 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\">Whatever your locker needs or requirements, QMP has the locking option that will work for you.  Check out our full range of locks and speak to our sales team if you need further help in choosing the best solution for your workplace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-white-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/lock-options.html\"><strong>View our full range of Locker locks <\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill has-background\" style=\"background-color:#1c75bc;grid-template-columns:auto 29%\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Standard-Locker-Thumbnail.jpg);background-position:85% 63%\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Standard-Locker-Thumbnail.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-181 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Standard-Locker-Thumbnail.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/09\/Standard-Locker-Thumbnail-287x300.jpg 287w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size\">Why not also check out our extensive selection of Lockers, suitable for all different workplace environments?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-75\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-white-background-color has-text-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/lockers.html\"><strong>View our wide range of Lockers<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">what lock do you need for your lockers? locker locks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-black-color has-white-background-color has-text-color has-background has-medium-font-size\"><strong>FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR FULL RANGE OF PRODUCTS<\/strong><br>If you need any assistance feel free to get in touch with our friendly sales team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-layout-3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button 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style=\"background-color:#1c75bc\">QMP&#8217;s <br>Jargon Buster<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Jargon-Buster-Thumbnail-1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Jargon Buster Thumbnail\" class=\"wp-image-8388\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qmp.uk.com\/blog\/2022\/03\/07\/qmp-jargon-buster\/\">READ MORE<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-normal-font-size\" style=\"background-color:#cf181e\">Executive <br>Lockers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large 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