Deadlocks or Slam Locks; Which One is Right For My Van? Ensure Your Van is Secure!

For those who depend on a van for business, its crucial to ensure that your van is secure and that you make it unattractive for potential thieves. Unfortunately, when we own a van for commercial use it does come with many risks and puts your van at a potential threat of being broken into, damaged or stolen. 

Criminals nowadays find it pretty easy to get through standard van security, which is why many commercial van owners opt for adding additional security to their vans. There are many van locks to choose from which can make it difficult to decide which lock is best for your van. Two of the most commonly used types of van locks are deadlocks and slam locks, but you might be left wondering which is best for your van.

We have put together this post, to tell you more about deadlocks and slam locks and help you decide which lock is right for your van. Garrison Locks supply and install van security solutions for vans and commercial vehicles, which includes deadlocks, slam locks, armaplates and many more security systems. To learn more, read on and to browse our full range of van locks – head over to our website today.

What is a Deadlock?

A deadlock is one of the most popular types of van locks, which provides you with a seperate locking mechanism for your van making it a lot harder for potential thieves to break into it. Even if thieves can get past the original lock on your van, they’ll still have the deadlock to deal with. It is opened with a key, and you have to manually lock and unlock your vans deadlock. It is an extremely safe and secure form of lock, and even if a thief breaks into your van through your window then they still won’t be able to get past the deadlock to access the back of your van. 

What is a Slam Lock?

A slam lock is also an extremely effective van lock, which locks as soon as you slam your van door shut. The only way to then open your van again will be with a key, providing you with an extremely secure and safe locking mechanism for your vehicle. Slam locks allow you to easily lock your van just by shutting the door, keeping your van secure if you need to make a delivery or need to retrieve tools or equipment for example. They are often used by drivers or couriers, or those who need to take out large or bulky items from their vans and find it difficult to do this whilst opening their doors manually.

Which is Right for You?

The type of van lock that you choose will ultimately depend on how you use your van, as both deadlocks and slam locks work better for different applications. If you are someone who needs to access the back of your van often, perhaps you’re a courier driver or a multi-drop driver, then a slam lock will be most likely the better option for you. They’re more appropriate for this kind of job as they lock instantly, providing you with security straight away for your van. 

But if you are someone who doesn’t need to access the back of your van as frequently, then deadlocks may be the better option for you. They’re ideal for people who aren’t entering the back of their van constantly throughout the day, but still want an additional layer of security for their vehicle. They are very safe and secure, and provide you with the security you need for your vehicle.

Searching for Secure Van Locks?

We hope this post has explained more about deadlocks and slam locks and the benefits they bring. If you’re searching for new locks for your van, why not speak to Garrison Locks today? 

We offer a wide range of van locks that help to keep your commercial vehicle safe and secure at all times. Whether you’re a gardener, a builder, a multi-drop courier driver, or a carpenter then van locks are the ideal solution. We stock a wide range of van locks including Armaplates, Protekta-plates, van pedal lock boxes and side door keepers. 

Our locks are suitable for all types of vans, whether you have a Ford Transit, a Peugeot Expert, a Mercedes Citan, or a Ford Transit and are suited for vans of a wide range of ages, whether you have an older vehicle or a newer model. We also offer a fully comprehensive van lock and security installation service.
We offer a fast next day delivery on thousands of products too, ensuring your vehicle is safe and secure. To browse our full range of van locks that we stock here at Garrison Locks, you can visit our website today.