VAULT - Patented-Protected Key Control
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      What is the difference between Patent-Protected, Restricted, and Standard Keyways?

      Differences between keyway security levels and supply chain controls

      Patent-Protected Keyways
        • Exclusive patent-protected keyway designs allow for enhanced physical security at the core level.  Unauthorized keyways are unable to even enter the cores.
        • Key blanks are not available on the open market
        • Availability is protected under Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) agreements securing the supply of proprietary cores and key blanks
        • Only Licensed Dealers and Authorized Resellers under OEM agreements can receive cores and key blank supply
        • BMHA Certified for durability and security compliance
      Restricted Keyways
        • Key blanks are not available on the open market
        • Availability is protected under Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) agreements securing the supply of proprietary cores and key blanks
        • Only Licensed Dealers and Authorized Resellers under OEM agreements can receive cores and key blank supply
        • Not always BMHA Certified for durability and security compliance

      Standard Keyways

        • Key blanks are available on the open market
        • Availability is NOT protected allowing anyone to acquire and duplicate without your knowledge (even if stamped "DO NOT DUPLICATE")
        • Not always BMHA Certified for durability and security compliance