Abstract: An intelligent electronic lock for receiving an identification signal and an induction signal includes a housing, a wireless sensor, a current divider, a microcontroller, a driver and at least one blocking element. The wireless sensor, the current divider, the microcontroller and at least one blocking element are disposed in the housing. An induction coil of the wireless sensor senses the induction signal to generate an induction current. The wireless sensor receives the identification signal. The current divider distributes the induction current to the microcontroller and the driver. The microcontroller obtains a target identification information from the identification signal. The microcontroller compares the target identification information with a reference identification information to output a control signal. The driver drives at least one blocking element to move between an unlocking position and a locking position.

Abstract: Locking systems for ammunition cans, including locking systems configured to removably attach to the ammunition can front side. In some examples, the locking system includes a latch frame, a front plate, and a cover panel. In some further examples, the front plate is parallelly affixed to the latch frame. In other examples, the latch frame is removably fitted over a plate. Finally, in even further examples, the locking system may be secured with a device such as a padlock or a combination lock.

Abstract: A hinge assembly includes a hinge plate having a pin-receiving portion at a first end defining a passageway along the first end, and including a plurality of mounting holes. A pivot arm has a pin-receiving portion at a first end defining a passageway that is substantially coaxial with the passageway of the hinge plate. A hinge pin is disposed in the passageways to pivotally couple the pivot arm to the hinge plate. The pivot arm is pivotable between a closed position and an open position. The pivot arm includes a domed portion forming a cavity positioned to overlie one of the mounting holes in the hinge plate when the pivot arm is in the closed position.

Abstract: A bar lock assembly for locking a door in a closed or secured position is described. The bar lock assembly includes a tubular bar having curved portions that transition into a hinge receiving portion. A handle is rotatably engaged to the tubular bar. Hinge assemblies receive the hinge receiving portions of the tubular bar. The hinge assemblies connect or attach the bar lock assembly to a frame of the door.

Abstract: A hasp seal lock assembly includes a base member that is attached via a hinge to a cover member. The cover member, when rotated such that the cover member engages the base member, is functionally adapted to overlay a latch and seal. The base member and the cover member each have a plurality of apertures defined in adjacent side walls that allow the horizontal latch arm to extend through the assembly. The base member and the cover member also include a second plurality of cooperating apertures whereby the base member and the cover member may be locked together by use of a padlock. In a first preferred embodiment, each cover side wall includes a tab and tab-receiving apertures are defined within the base member. The tabs require that the cover be lifted vertically prior to rotation of the cover member about the base member.

Abstract: A storage propane tank storage cabinet including a frame, a door operably attached to the frame, and a locking bar operably attached to the frame, the locking bar configured to move from a first position to a second position, wherein, when in the second position, the locking bar covers a portion of the door proximate a top corner of the door and proximate a bottom corner of the door to prevent unauthorized access to an interior of the frame is provided. Furthermore, an associated method is also provided.

Abstract: A latch assembly includes a closing panel having an end with a closing panel tab extending therefrom. A clasp lever is pivotally attached to the end of closing panel and forms a space into which the closing panel tab extends. Inner peripheral sidewalls of the clasp lever forming the space allow the clasp lever to rotate around outer peripheral sidewalls of the closing panel tab when the clasp lever pivots around the end of the closing panel. An incessant force component is disposed within the space between the closing panel tab and a rear inner sidewall of the clasp lever and biases the clasp lever to a neutral position with respect to the closing panel. A force applied to an outer surface of the clasp lever against the bias causes the clasp lever to pivot around the end of the closing panel from the neutral position.

Abstract: An improved hasp seal lock assembly includes a base member that is attached via a hinge to a cover member. The cover member can be rotated approximately 180° from a fully “closed” position, which is when it overlays a latch and seal, to a fully “open” position. The base member and the cover member each have a plurality of apertures defined in adjacent side walls that allow the horizontal latch arm to extend through the assembly. The base member and the cover member also include a second plurality of cooperating apertures whereby the base member and the cover member may be locked together by use of a padlock. In the preferred embodiment, each cover side wall includes a tab and tab-receiving apertures are defined within the base member. The tabs require that the cover be lifted vertically prior to rotation of the cover member about the base member.

Abstract: A locking mechanism for a cover having at least a portion able to undergo elastic deformation and including at least one opening disposed at least partially in the at least portion of the cover able to undergo elastic deformation is provided. The locking mechanism includes at least one blocker movable between an open position where the at least one blocker is disengaged from the at least one opening, and a locked position where the at least one blocker is engaged in the at least one opening. In the locked position, the at least one blocker prevents at least partially elastic deformation of the at least portion of the cover. A cover and locking mechanism assembly is also provided.

Abstract: A safety lockout hasp includes a shackle member having a first shackle leg and a second shackle leg, and first and second clasp members pivotally secured to the first shackle leg. The first clasp member includes an apertured flange, and the second clasp member includes a cutout portion positioned to receive the apertured flange therethrough when the first and second clasp members are in a closed position in which at least one of the first and second clasp members engages the second shackle leg. When the first and second clasp members are in the closed position and a lockable retaining member is inserted through a lockout aperture in the apertured flange, withdrawal of the apertured flange from the cutout portion is prevented, thereby securing the first and second clasp members in the closed position.

Abstract: A security latch device is provided. The device includes a bracket for being attached to a structure and having an outwardly extending flange having a lock pin slot defined therein, a hinged assembly defining a first hinged portion for being attached to the structure and a second hinged portion for being cooperatively engaged with the bracket, the second hinged portion defining a slot for allowing pass-through of the outwardly extending flange of the bracket, and a cup for attaching to the second portion of the hinged assembly and defining a cavity therein and an aperture therethrough that is in general alignment with the lock pin slot of the bracket so that the lock pin is configured for being received in the cavity and extending through the aperture of the cup and the lock pin slot of the bracket for securing the hinged assembly to the bracket.

Abstract: A hasp seal lock assembly includes a base member that is attached via a hinge to a cover member. The cover member, when rotated such that the cover member engages the base member, is functionally adapted to overlay a latch and seal. The base member and the cover member each have a plurality of apertures defined in adjacent side walls that allow the horizontal latch arm to extend through the assembly. The base member and the cover member also include a second plurality of cooperating apertures whereby the base member and the cover member may be locked together by use of a padlock. In a first preferred embodiment, each cover side wall includes a tab and tab-receiving apertures are defined within the base member. The tabs require that the cover be lifted vertically prior to rotation of the cover member about the base member.

Abstract: A safety lockout hasp includes a shackle member having a first shackle leg and a second shackle leg, and first and second clasp members pivotally secured to the first shackle leg. The first clasp member includes an apertured flange, and the second clasp member includes a cutout portion positioned to receive the apertured flange therethrough when the first and second clasp members are in a closed position in which at least one of the first and second clasp members engages the second shackle leg. When the first and second clasp members are in the closed position and a lockable retaining member is inserted through a lockout aperture in the apertured flange, withdrawal of the apertured flange from the cutout portion is prevented, thereby securing the first and second clasp members in the closed position.

Abstract: The door locking device, in particular for insulating glass doors of cold rooms, refrigeration cabinets and domestic refrigerators (1/2), uses the predetermined door systems which have a plate (3) at the lower hinge-like attachment to the door and also have a plate on the doorframe. A further plate (5) is attached, with an exact fit, to the frame plate, said further plate having, in a cylindrical formation (6), a ball (7) on which the plate of the door (3) rests in the closed state and, in the open state, locks the door, wherein the ball (7) is located in a lubricant reservoir (8).

Abstract: An enclosure assembly includes a first enclosure unit including a first door, a second enclosure unit, and a handle coupled to the second enclosure unit, the handle being operative so as to turn on or turn off power to the first enclosure unit, and wherein the first enclosure unit and the second enclosure unit are configured such that the first door cannot be opened if the handle has not been turned to a power-off position.

Abstract: A door latch extension is attachable to a doorjamb for maintaining a door in an ajar position. The door latch extension includes a support member, an extension member, and a cover. The support member is mountable to the door jamb by a striker plate portion. The extension member is pivotally connected to the support member. The extension member is provided with a door stop member and a latch cup member. The door stop member is for supporting the door. The latch cup member has a retaining space for a door latch so that the latch cup member cooperates with the door support member to latch the door in the ajar position. The cover is selectively moved in an open position and a closed position. In the closed position, the cover selectively latchingly supports the extension member whereby the door is secured in the ajar position.

Abstract: A locking gate latch includes a latch assembly and a striker bar. The striker bar is attached to a gate frame and the latch assembly is attached to a gate post. The latch assembly includes a latch frame, a lock latch, a locking plate and a locking tongue. The lock latch is pivotally retained by one leg of the latch frame. The locking plate is pivotally retained by the other leg of the latch frame. One end of the locking tongue is attached to an outside key lock and the other end is received by the locking plate. Pivoting the outside key lock to one side locks the locking gate latch. Pivoting the outside key lock to the other side unlocks the locking gate latch. A second embodiment of the gate latch further includes an inside locking assembly, which allows a gate to be locked from an inside.

Abstract: A bar lock mechanism for releasably securing a pivoted door in a closed position relative to an opening in a walled enclosure and including an elongated shaft structure connected to the walled enclosure and defining an axis of rotation for the bar lock mechanism. A locking handle is connected to the shaft structure for rotating the shaft structure and securing the door in the closed position. A pair of axially spaced hinge pieces are adapted to be disposed at opposed end portions of the shaft structure. Each hinge piece has a base portion for allowing securement of the hinge piece to the walled enclosure and an integral portion spaced from the base portion for journalling a respective end of the shaft structure for rotation about its axis whereby allowing the bar lock mechanism to move relative to the walled enclosure.

Abstract: A bar lock assembly for securing closed a swingably movable door relative to an opening in a body of a vehicle or container. The bar lock assembly includes a one-piece member for selectively interconnecting a pair of axially spaced pivots fixedly secured to the body of the vehicle with the movable door whereby securing the door in the closed position. The one-piece member includes a mounting portion, a handle mounting portion, and a web portion. The mounting portion extends along one edge of the member for operable association with the pivots on the vehicle body whereby allowing the bar lock assembly to move between latched and unlatched conditions. The handle mounting portion of such one-piece member is provided at an opposed edge of the member for mounting a manually operated handle for movement in a plane extending generally parallel to an outer surface on the door. The web portion is formed integral with and extends between the mounting portion and the handle mounting portion.

Abstract: A bar lock mechanism for releasably securing a pivoted door in a closed position relative to an opening in a walled enclosure is disclosed. The bar lock mechanism includes an elongated shaft structure connected to the walled enclosure and defining an axis of rotation for the bar lock mechanism. A locking handle is connected to the shaft structure for rotating the shaft structure and securing the door in the closed position. A pair of axially spaced hinge pieces are adapted to be disposed at opposed end portions of the shaft structure. Each hinge piece has a base portion for allowing securement of the hinge piece to the walled enclosure and an integral portion spaced from the base portion for journalling a respective end of the shaft structure for rotation about its axis whereby allowing the bar lock mechanism to move relative to the walled enclosure.

Abstract: A bar lock assembly for securing closed a swingably movable door relative to an opening in a body of a vehicle or container is disclosed. The bar lock assembly includes a one-piece member for selectively interconnecting a pair of axially spaced pivots fixedly secured to the body of the vehicle with the movable door whereby securing the door in the closed position. The one-piece member includes a mounting portion, a handle mounting portion, and a web portion. The mounting portion extends along one edge of the member for operable association with the pivots on the vehicle body whereby allowing the bar lock assembly to move between latched and unlatched conditions. The handle mounting portion of such one-piece member is provided at an opposed edge of the member for mounting a manually operated handle for movement in a plane extending generally parallel to an outer surface on the door. The web portion is formed integral with and extends between the mounting portion and the handle mounting portion.

Abstract: A locking apparatus for releasably securing the lid of a trash container in a closed position has a locking arm with an elongate central portion and bent end portions pivotally mounted on opposite side walls of the container for movement between a first position in which the central portion extends across a front wall of the container and a second position in which the central portion extends over the lid to hold it closed. The central portion is initially adjustable in length to accommodate different size containers. The arm is lockable in both the first and the second position.

Abstract: A bellcore-style latch with a safety lock feature, having a handle with a shank. The shank has an axial bore, with side apertures extending through the shank into the bore. A lock plug is positioned in the bore of the handle, and has a head and a shaft. The shaft has recessed portions and unrecessed portions, and the lock plug is rotatable to move the lock plug between a locked position, wherein the unrecessed portions are in alignment with the side apertures to cause the ball bearings located therein to protrude from the side apertures, and an unlocked position, wherein the unrecessed portions are in alignment with the side apertures permitting the ball bearings to retract into the side apertures. A spring is used to bias the lock plug to its locked position. An escutcheon with an aperture is provided for receiving the shank portion. The aperture has pockets for the ball bearings.

Abstract: A hasp, preferably constructed from plastic, is mounted to a container and to a container lid. The hasp includes a bracket which is preferably mounted to the inside of the container and which includes a plate which extends outwardly from the container. A tongue is attached to the container lid and includes an extended portion which passes through an opening in the bracket plate. A lock may be fastened through an opening in the extended portion to prevent lifting of the lid.

Abstract: A holdback device for holding a door or gate in either an open or closed position is described. A plate member is affixed to a support, adjacent the vertical side edge of the door in the selected open or closed position, and is provided with an upstanding finger member and a pivotally mounted bail intermediate the ends thereof. A chain is secured to the vertical side edge of the door and is passed upwardly through the bail and the end is slipped over the end of the finger member, which is then allowed to fall back to its rest position and thereby secures the door in the selected open or closed position.

Abstract: A sliding doors lock hinge for maintaining a pair of sliding doors together at their overlapping ends that includes first and second door end mounts that are hinge connected and formed to fit over the opposing door ends and the second door end mount includes a hinged hasp strap that has a slot therein to pass over a tab that is secured to an outer face of a forward door frame end. The tab can be fix or is pivot mounted to the frame face and includes a hole therethrough for receiving an end of a padlock shackle fitted therethrough and locked in the padlock body.

Abstract: A locking system comprises a cabinet having unframed swinging glass doors and a hasp for securing the doors in the closed position. The hasp comprises a base plate, a staple plate hingedly secured to the base plate and an L-shaped back plate having a latch staple. A first leg of the back plate and the base plate are mounted to the floor of the cabinet in a juxtaposed position with the back plate positioned on top of the base plate so that the upstanding leg of the back plate acts as a door stop when the doors are closed with the latch staple protruding therebetween. When locking the cabinet, the staple plate is swung about its hinge so as to be positioned parallel to the second leg of the back plate with the latch staple extending through an elongated slot in the staple plate and a padlock is passed through the latch staple to lock the cabinet doors.

Abstract: A lighted real estate sign having at least one translucent face with indicia to convey marketing information pertaining to a parcel of real estate. An internal light illuminates the translucent face and clearly displays the indicia at night. The sign is powered by a battery, and controlled by a control circuit in response to inputs from a solar panel used to recharge the battery, a photocell used to detect appropriate light conditions to illuminate the internal light, and a timer to turn off the light. The real estate sign is attached to a mounting bracket, which, in turn, is anchored to the parcel of real estate. The sign is locked to the mounting bracket to prevent theft and to rigidly maintain the sign and position.

Abstract: A security override system for a locked box comprising a hasp portion mounted within a box and extending through an opening in an outer door of the box; a bracket mounted to the outer door; the bracket having a hook at one end and movable between an open position wherein the hook is outside the box and a closed position wherein the hook extends through an opening in the outer door of the box; the bracket mating with the hasp portion when in the closed position and forming a padlock receiving portion; a padlock installed within the padlock receiving portion; the hook engaging a retention plate slideably mounted within the box; the retention plate slideably movable between an extended position wherein the retention plate engages the hook when the bracket is in the closed position and a retracted position wherein the retention plate does not engage the hook when the bracket is in the closed position; and wherein the bracket is movable from the closed position to the open position when the retention plate is move

Abstract: A draw latch for attaching one member to another, such as a first panel to a second panel, is unlatched and latched by lifting the latch handle in one direction or the other about a pivot axis, which actuates a pawl member which is pivoted to engage and secure a first catch of a keeper, the handle being pivoted to be secured on a second catch of a keeper, with the pawl being latched against a spring bias provided by a keeper member. The handle is securable by a lock which locks the handle to the second catch to prevent release of the pawl from engagement with the first catch.

Abstract: A sliding door locking device is used to lock a sliding door, such as an overhead sliding door used in garages, storage trailers and the like. The sliding door locking device includes a door mounting member that is positioned over an edge or top portion of the sliding door and a movement restricting member that locks to the door mounting member and abuts a structural support to restrict movement of the sliding door. One example of the door mounting member includes a locking pin and a locking ring. The movement restricting member includes a locking slot for receiving and locking with the locking pin and a hasp having an aperture for receiving the locking ring. A padlock or other locking mechanism is inserted through the locking ring to lock the movement restricting member to the door mounting member. The sliding door locking device thus provides a secondary lock that locks the sliding door from the outside without having to be permanently mounted to the door or other structure.

Abstract: A security override system for a lockable enclosure comprising a hasp portion mounted to the enclosure and extending through an opening in an outer door of enclosure; a bracket mounted to the outer door, the bracket being movable between an open position and a closed position, the bracket having a fastening portion attached at one end thereof; the bracket mating with the hasp portion when in the closed position for forming a padlock receiving portion; the fastening portion being constructed and positioned to releasably engage a corresponding retention member mounted within the enclosure when the bracket is in the closed position; the bracket being immovable when the fastening portion is engaged with the retention member, the bracket being movable when the fastening portion is not engaged with the retention member.

Abstract: Lock assembly including a first locking device in two parts intended to be mounted on a door, and a second detachable locking device intended to be treaded from above on the two parts of the first locking device when the door is closed. One of the locking devices shows a projecting portion and the second locking device shows a recess cooresponding to the projecting portion with a cooresponding wedge-shape. The projecting portion shows an outward directed rim along the sides extending to its wedge-shaped tip, and the recess shows an inwards directed rim along the cooresponding sides. A faucet extends in a locked position through the projecting portion across the recess. The projecting portion shows a half-cylindric cavity and the faucet shows a half-cylindric section and is fit into the bottom of the half-cylindric cavity.

Abstract: A safety hasp (10) is attached to a door (14) and a door frame (16) of a walk-in cooler by threading a rod (35) from inside the cooler, through a bore (34) in door (14) into an aperture (37) of a hasp hinge plate (25) or staple plate (29). The trailing end of rod (35) has a handle (38) which can be turned to release hasp (10) for unlocking door (14) from inside the cooler. Handle (38) has a disc portion (39) including an illuminator (40) for providing temporary "emergency" lighting.

Abstract: A lock for an inswinging door which includes a retainer plate secured to the door jamb by elongated screws extending into and securely anchored to a wall stud or other secure anchor internally of a wall structure. The retaining plate is relatively thin and is positioned between the free edge of the inswinging door and the door jamb with an end edge thereof projecting inwardly beyond the inner surface of the door and door jamb for receiving a locking plate. The end of the retaining plate and locking plate include a unique interrelationship in order that the locking plate can be positioned on the retaining plate in a secure but readily assembled and releasable manner with a substantial portion of the locking plate overlying the inner surface of the door and another substantial portion of the locking plate overlying the door jamb.

Abstract: The apparatus includes a rod having a handle end and a cam at the other end, a housing and a hasp holding means, a housing spring, a handle and a handle spring. The housing has an aperture formed therethrough for receiving the rod. The apparatus is adapted to be assembled to wall structure for releasable securing a door. The wall structure will have an aperture formed therethrough for receiving the rod. The apparatus is assembled by locating the housing and housing spring on one side of the wall structure and the handle and handle spring on the other side of the wall structure with the rod extending through the housing aperture and through the wall aperture with its handle end coupled to the handle and handle spring and its cam located in a holding position to engage the housing such that the cam cannot pass through the housing aperture. Means is provided for preventing the housing from rotating when held next to the wall structure.

Abstract: A double opening gate latch for single and double gates and capable of being unlocked and opened from either side thereof. First and second latch brackets are fixed to opposite ones of a gate and fence assembly or a double gate assembly, the latch brackets being positioned on opposite sides from one another. A latch bar is provided on one side of the gate assembly and is positioned for registry with a latch bracket. A pivotal latch member extends through the gate or fence assembly and includes a part that is pivotal into latching registry with the other latch bracket. The pivotal latch member is positionable in locking and unlocking relationship with the latch bar. The latch apparatus permits the gate to be unlatched from either side thereof and also permits the gate to be securely locked on either or both sides thereof.

Abstract: A band of assemblies is provided for use with a fitting machine which attaches each assembly to a respective article. The band includes a common elongated coupling strip and a plurality of assemblies. Each assembly includes a cap-shaped attachment member. The attachment member includes a fastening element for attaching the attachment member to an article and each assembly is connected to the coupling strip by a respective one of the attachment members.

Abstract: A novel flush hasp for use in conjunction with a boat hatch, door or the like, the hasp having a base portion adapted to be mounted on a boat deck or door jamb adjacent the hatch or door. This base portion is utilized in conjunction with a movable hasp member adapted to be mounted on the hatch or door and movable therewith toward or away from engagement with the base portion. The base portion is provided with a locking means rotatable between locking and release positions, whereas the movable hasp member is provided with an aperture designed when adjacent the base member to receive the locking means and closely interact therewith. In accordance with the first two embodiments of this invention, the base portion has locking means in the form of a closed loop that may be rotated while extending through the aperture of the movable hasp member so as to tightly engage the movable portion of the hasp and thus achieve a latching of the hatch or door in the closed position.

Abstract: A novel flush hasp for use in conjunction with a boat hatch or the like, the hasp having a base portion adapted to be placed in the boat deck adjacent the hatch, and a movable portion adapted to be secured to the hatch and thereby movable toward or away from engagement with the base portion. The base portion is provided with an aperture, and the movable portion is provided with a dependent member adapted to enter the aperture when the hatch is closed. The dependent member contains latching means adapted to be moved between a position in which engagement or disengagement of the hasp portions is readily permitted, and a motion-inhibiting or latching position. Locking means are provided for preventing on occasion, the latching means from being moved away from the motion-inhibiting position.

Abstract: A device for latching a sliding door member in place against a stationary frame structure includes an elongated hasp mountable on the door and engageable with a keeper secured to a bracket on the frame with which the hasp engages preventing it from moving laterally outwardly. A pair of cam elements are pivotally mounted on the bracket for movement about a common axis above the hasp, and have flat end surfaces directly overlying an end edge of the hasp for latching it against vertical upward movement. A stop pin on the bracket below such common axis engages with the cam elements for permitting one of them to pivot in only one direction while permitting the other cam element to pivot in only an opposite direction so that the hasp remains latched against vertical upward movement by one or the other of the cams even when subjected to forces having a tendency to cause the cams to pivot in either such direction.

Abstract: Latch apparatus is disclosed for use in combination with a hinged door and a stationary member and comprises first and second cooperating members adapted to be mounted to the door and the stationary member, the first member adapted to be mounted to one of the said door and stationary members and the second member adapted to be mounted to the other of said door and stationary members. The first member comprises a pivotally mounted pin engaging member having a slot opening therein for engaging a pin and an arm pivotally mounted on the pin engaging member for swinging over the slot opening. The second member comprises a knob having a detent in the outer periphery thereof for receiving the end of the arm when the arm is positioned over the opening in the pin engaging member.

Abstract: An anti-pilferage locking device for securing two confronting edges of an outer door structure in a railway car against longitudinal relative movement having a hasp pivotally secured to the outer surface of the car door structure adjacent to one of the confronting edges, a keeper secured to the outer surface of the car adjacent the opposite confronting edge of the car door structure, a cam vertically spaced from the keeper and pivotally secured to the outer surface adjacent said opposite confronting edge and above said keeper, and an anti-pilferage sealing means connecting with the cam and the keeper and trapping the hasp, the lower horizontal edge of the cam being flat at one end and curved at the other to control cam rotation relative to the hasp, the keeper having an outer vertical lip entrapping the hasp which entraps said lower edge of the cam; whereby, the hasp is receivably entrained on the keeper, the cam limits vertical movement of the hasp, and the sealing means is cooperatively received through the

Abstract: A latch assembly (32) is disclosed for use with a compartment (10) of the type having a cover structure (24) removable therefrom, and a wall end portion (22). The latch assembly (32) comprises a strap (34) with finger members (56,58) receivable into apertures (52,54) of the cover structure. The strap is pivotally connected to the wall end portion and may be raised from and lowered into the apertures. The strap has a slot (62), defining a first surface, which is transverse to a recess (60), defining a second surface. A keeper (75) is positionable into contact and out of contact with the second surface. When the keeper is positioned out of contact with the second surface, the strap may be raised and the cover structure removed; when the keeper is in contact with the second surface, the latch assembly restrains movements in all directions which would act to displace the cover structure from its covering position.