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L4V Hook Lock

L4V's Statement lock is a surface mounted van lock that is designed to protect doors that are side loaded against the threat of 'peel and take'. It is fitted externally bracing the door in place and acts as a visual alarm.

It is independent of the manufacturer's locking system and is controlled by a high security key. Kits are designed for vehicles and come with UV stabilised black nylon exterior trims.

Hook Locks

Van hook locks work independently of the manufacturer's locking system that is used on your side load doors as well as tailgates. They use a hook-style bolt that latches to the receiving keep and can be locked manually with a high security key. This offers a high level of protection against "Peel and Steal" that is where thieves forcefully open side loading doors and take items.

They are a popular security upgrade for most vans, and can be installed to the sides of the rear and side load barn doors as well as doors for the cab and tailgate. You can also choose from a variety of colors to match your van's colour scheme and offer the best visual deterrent for thieves.

Another excellent way to improve the security of your van is to install a Slam lock. This is a great option for couriers or other situations where the door needs to be locked as soon as it shuts. The Slam lock uses an internal and external components to reduce the risk of your side load doors being smashed open or cut off. It is usually paired with an L4V hook lock that is placed on the lower part of your vehicle's doors. This is the most effective method to avoid the most common van thefts.

You can also combine the L4V Anti-Peel Kit with the slamlock to create a complete van security solution. It is a combination of the slam lock and the L4V anti-peel plate which both reduce the chance of your side load door getting taken down. This is the most popular method of theft that involves stealing expensive equipment and tools from vans' backs and the anti-peel tool has been independently tested to increase resistance by 3000%..

Deadlocks

Deadlocks occur when processes in the same process or between processes compete for resources, resulting in circular dependencies. Operating systems should be aware of deadlocks as they consume resources and reduce overall system performance. Many operating systems use algorithms for scheduling and allocation of resources to detect and prevent deadlocks.

If a process is in a deadlock and cannot move forward until it gets the resource it needs. For instance, if process P1 is holding tape drive R1 and is waiting for process P2 to release the same drive, then it is deadlocked. If one process releases a resource and the other process immediately takes it and enters a deadlock.


There are many methods to stop or fix deadlocks. The most common way to fix deadlocks is to use deadlock detection. This algorithm identifies deadlocks by looking for cycles on the diagram of allocation of resources. The Banker's Algorithm checks the status of a process by looking at the current resource.

A lock that is mutually exclusion is a different way to avoid a deadlock. This type of lock is used to ensure a process has access only to its own resources, and not to those of other processes. This is a reliable method to avoid deadlocks and provides an increased level of security for your goods and van's contents. There are also escape deadlocks which can be fitted to the interior side of a door to facilitate exit in the event of an emergency. They are commonly used in communal doors of multi-occupancy buildings, such as flats and student accommodation.

Statement Lock

L4V Statement locks are mounted externally on the vehicle door to the cab. This acts as the appearance of a protection against any possible theft of cargo. These locks can be operated using an external key with high security and under the complete control of the driver. They are perfect for owners who drive their own vehicles or any other operation in which the driver must be in and outside the loading area throughout the day.

The SyncLock statement is used to synchronize the execution of a block of statements by acquiring an exclusive lock on the object referenced by its lockobject expression. When another thread enters the SyncLock block, it evaluates the lockobject expression and suspends its execution until the lock on the object is released. The first thread then executes the statement block. Typically, you put statements that alter data within a SyncLock block to protect the data from being updated by more than one thread simultaneously. Statement blocks that are protected by SyncLock can be called critical sections.

The lock type that is to be used in the statement block. If not specified otherwise, the default lock is a shared lock.

The lockobject expression should be evaluated to an object variable that is only available to the current instance or a variable private that does not belong to any of your classes. If the lockobject expression evaluates to a null value, the LOCK statement fails and the program ends with an error message during run-time.

If a transaction obtains an intent lock (I) on a table, it prevents other transactions from acquiring a WRITE or Shared Row LOCK on that table while the transaction holds the intent lock. This is because the intent lock does not allow other transactions to change the table's data.

Anti Peel Kit

The 'peel-and-steal' method is the most destructive method thieves gain access to your vehicle. By leveraging the weight of your vehicle and applying pressure to weak points on the side doors, thieves are able to break them open, thereby bypassing the lock entirely and stealing your possessions within a matter of minutes. Anti peel kits are designed to prevent this type of attack. They create an physical barrier that is difficult for thieves penetrate.

Installed easily in your vehicle, a kit anti peel is a cost-effective method to improve security for your vehicle and its contents. Together with hook locks this option offers complete protection against burglaries and theft. Additionally, anti peel kits are visible deterrents that will warn thieves that your van is secured and will not be worth the risk of breaking into.

Locks 4 Vans have developed an anti-peel kit that can be put on the side load door of your vehicle to tackle the issue. This solution strengthens the skin of the door, and when coupled with a top-quality L4V hooklock, can increase your side door's resistance to peeling by 300%.

A hook lock is an excellent investment for your van. It provides an extra layer of security for your tools and other valuables. They are tamperproof, highly resistant to manipulation and drilling and have been tested independently by Sold Secure to meet the UK's most stringent standards. They are also a great option for couriers and multi-drop delivery drivers as they don't require keys or remote controls to operate. They're an excellent alternative to slamlocks and can be easily fitted by a professional locksmith.

Slam Lock

When your vehicle is shut the slamlock locks it. It operates independently of the manufacturers central locking system, and can only be opened with an extremely secure key, which means that it is more resistant to door spread than deadlocks.

This is especially useful for drivers who are multi-droppers or couriers who enter and exit their vans a lot in the course of the day and fail to lock them up before leaving. Opportunist thieves are always on the lookout for the instances when vehicles are vulnerable and a slam lock can prevent them from stealing your load.

These locks can be used combination with other security enhancements to shield your vehicle even more from theft. The L4V anti-peel system, for instance, can be put on the door to the barn of your vehicle and works in conjunction with the high hook locking system to minimize the risk that 'peel-and steal attacks could occur.

A slam lock can be another option. It can be put directly on the frame of the door of the vehicle, and operated by pressing a button on the handle. It is a convenient and simple lock, but it also provides a strong visual deterrent for criminals who might be looking to steal.

Whether you opt for a slam latch or a deadlock, you need to locate a reputable supplier to be sure that the locks are fitted correctly. The company should also be able provide comprehensive aftercare services and suggestions on the most appropriate fitting for your vehicle. You can also visit an exhibition or trade show to see products in use. The Key Lab offer product demonstrations to help you pick the right one for your commercial vehicle.

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