TAMPER-PROOF VS TAMPER-RESISTANT SCREWS

Be aware, most security screws that advertise themselves as "tamperproof screws" are really tamper-resistant screws. The reason: most tamperproof security bits are easily accessible. Torx®, Torx-pin®, hex, Socket –pin, drilled Spanners, Snake eyes®, Phillips®-pin, and Tri-wing® screws have thousands of security bit tips in circulation. With the onslaught of imported tamper-resistant bits, the security of these "tamper proof screws" is declining rapidly. They are tamper-resistant screws, not tamper-proof screws. As a result, Keyed-lok® (originally called UNIQZ®) was invented by a longtime tamperproof screw supplier to be a high security tamper proof screw. Keyed-lok® is a high security tamperproof screw, because it features an ever-changing socket or key way. Keyed-lok® has millions of key codes. Users are licensed a private keyed socket (like having their own private Phillips®) giving them exclusive access. Each keyed-lok® socket is tested to make sure other security bits won’t fit. Importers and patent breakers are foiled. The end result is that customers receive high security tamperproof screws not tamper resistant screws.

Who should invest in KEYED-LOK® high security tamperproof screws?
Keyed-lok tamperproof screws should be invested in if the "cost of the loss" is above $1000.00 (the cost of producing an initial run). The cost of the loss can be based on the cost of a lost article or a lawsuit. Some examples would be manhole covers and electrical vault covers. These are major terrorism risks for cities and counties. Rapid transit needs better security (now that even vandals can get tamper-resistant security bits.) Universities need high security tamperproof screws for computers, digital light (DLP) projectors, and their high rise windows. Carburetor manufacturers, Airlines, security installers, retail stores selling electronics and power tools, and prisons need high security tamperproof screws. Cable TV and Gas and Electric companies now need high security screws. Even air bags are being secured with keyed-lok screws. If you are someone who can’t make the investment and need only a few high security tamperproof screws, we can suggest dealers who will distribute out of their own private key codes.

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