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'''Kwikset''' is an American [[Lock Manufacturers|lock manufacturer]] that produces low security [[Cylinder|lock cylinders]], [[electronic lock]]s, and [[door]] hardware. Kwikset is one of the most well-known lock manufacturers in the United States, with a high market share in most residential areas.
'''Kwikset''' is an American [[Lock_manufacturer|lock manufacturer]] that produces low security [[Cylinder|lock cylinders]], [[electronic lock]]s, and [[door]] hardware. Kwikset is one of the most well-known lock manufacturers in the United States, with a high market share in most residential areas.


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== History ==
== History ==


Kwikset was founded in 1946 by Adolf Schoepe and Karl Rhinehart.<ref>[http://kwikset.com/about/history/default.aspx Kwikset Company History]</ref> The original lock was a [[tubular]] design which was dubbed the "Kwikset" because it could be quickly installed and serviced. Since then, the company has become primarily associated with their [[pin-tumbler]] lock designs, though modern Kwikset designs include [[wafer]] and [[electronic lock]]s.
Kwikset was founded in 1946 by Adolf Schoepe and Karl Rhinehart.<ref>[https://www.kwikset.com/about-kwikset/company-history Kwikset Company History]</ref> The original lock was a [[tubular]] design which was dubbed the "Kwikset" because it could be quickly installed and serviced. Since then, the company has become primarily associated with their [[Pin_tumbler |pin-tumbler]] lock designs, though modern Kwikset designs include [[wafer]] and [[electronic lock]]s.


In 1957 Kwikset became a subsidiary of American Hardware Corporation (AHC). In 1964, AHC merged with Emhart Manufacturing Corporation. In 1989 Emhart was purchased by the Black & Decker Hardware and Home Improvement Group. Black & Decker combined with Stanley in 2010 to become Stanley Black & Decker.<ref>[http://www.stanleyblackanddecker.com/company/history Stanley Black & Decker Company History]</ref>
In 1957 Kwikset became a subsidiary of American Hardware Corporation (AHC). In 1964, AHC merged with Emhart Manufacturing Corporation. In 1989 Emhart was purchased by the Black & Decker Hardware and Home Improvement Group. Black & Decker combined with Stanley in 2010 to become Stanley Black & Decker.<ref>[http://www.stanleyblackanddecker.com/company/history Stanley Black & Decker Company History]</ref> Kwikset is now owned by Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc.


== Lock Listing ==
== Lock Listing ==
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* [[Kwikset Titan]]
* [[Kwikset Titan]]
* [[Kwikset Smart Key]]
* [[Kwikset Smart Key]]
* [[Kwikset Smart Code]]
* Kwikset Smart Code
* [[Kwikset Powerbolt]]
* Kwikset Powerbolt


== References ==
== References ==
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== See also ==
== See also ==


* [[Lock Manufacturers]]
* [[Lock_manufacturer|Lock manufacturers]]
* [[Pin-tumbler]]
* [[Pin_tumbler |Pin-tumbler]]
* [[Lock]]
* [[Lock]]
* [[Padlock]]
* [[Padlock]]

Revision as of 19:15, 4 January 2023

Kwikset

Kwikset
Kwikset logo.jpg
Name Kwikset
Headquarters Lake Forest, California (USA)
Founded 1946
Founder(s) Adolf Schoepe, Karl Rhinehart
Products
Padlocks, Lock cylinders, Electronic locks


Kwikset is an American lock manufacturer that produces low security lock cylinders, electronic locks, and door hardware. Kwikset is one of the most well-known lock manufacturers in the United States, with a high market share in most residential areas.


History

Kwikset was founded in 1946 by Adolf Schoepe and Karl Rhinehart.[1] The original lock was a tubular design which was dubbed the "Kwikset" because it could be quickly installed and serviced. Since then, the company has become primarily associated with their pin-tumbler lock designs, though modern Kwikset designs include wafer and electronic locks.

In 1957 Kwikset became a subsidiary of American Hardware Corporation (AHC). In 1964, AHC merged with Emhart Manufacturing Corporation. In 1989 Emhart was purchased by the Black & Decker Hardware and Home Improvement Group. Black & Decker combined with Stanley in 2010 to become Stanley Black & Decker.[2] Kwikset is now owned by Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc.

Lock Listing

References

External links

See also