Knaack Manufacturing Co has introduced its Watchman IV lock system on the company's Storagemaster and Jobmaster storage chests and cabinets, and its rolling workbenches.
The system requires only one padlock for two-point, dead-bolt latching. Not only does it save the cost of the initial padlock purchase, but it also saves costs every time there is a move to a new jobsite and the locks have to be changed.
The dual dead-bolt lock system has a 1/2" steel rod with 7-gauge steel tangs on each end of the chest cover. Latchings on the chest ends help prevent thieves from prying up a corner to steal tools while the chest is still locked.
The Storagemaster and Jobmaster storage chests models feature the lock system's one-padlock design except for Model 91, which requires two padlocks. When used on a truck, the lock is on the driver's side.
The new lock system works with a wide range of padlocks, as long as they meet the requirements of the instruction label. Users can install their own short-shackle padlocks, Master #1 and 5 padlocks, the American #50 padlock, or the equivalent in the Watchman IV lock system.
For more information, contact Knaack, 420 E Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake IL 60014.