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L4V Hook Lock
L4V's Statement lock is a surface mounted van lock that is designed to secure side load doors against the threat of 'peel and take'. It is secured externally by bracing the door together and also acts as a visual deterrent.

It operates independently of the manufacturers locking system and is controlled by a high security key. Kits are specifically designed for doors of vehicles and include UV stabilised black nylon exterior trims.
Hook Locks
Van hook locks are independent of the locking system installed on your side-load doors as well as tailgates. They are fitted with hook-type bolts that latch onto the receiving keeps and is locked manually using a high-security key. This gives a high degree of security from "Peel and steal" which is when thieves forcefully open side loading doors and remove items.
They are a very popular upgrade for van security. They can be installed on the sides of the front load and rear load barn doors, as well as the tailgate and cab doors. You can also pick from a variety of colours to match your van's color scheme and provide the best visual deterrent for thieves.
Installing a Slam Lock is a great method to improve the security of your van. This is a great option for couriers or other situations where you need the door to be locked as soon as it shuts. The Slam lock is an external and internal parts to limit the chance of doors for side load being opened or ripped off. It's normally paired with a L4V Hook lock which is placed in the low position on the door of your vehicle, and is the best option to prevent the most common kinds of van theft.
To provide a complete security solution for your van, you could also pair the slam lock with L4V's Anti-Peel kit. It is a combination of the slam lock as well as the L4V solid Anti-Peel plate, which both reduce the chance of your side load door getting removed. This is the most popular method of theft that is used to steal expensive tools and equipment from vans' backs and the anti-peel tool has been independently tested to increase the resistance by 3000%.
Deadlocks
Deadlocks are a type of software defect that occur when processes within the same process or across different processes compete for resources in a way that leads to circular dependencies. Deadlocks are not recommended in operating systems since they waste resources, which can reduce overall system performance and the responsiveness of. Many operating systems utilize process scheduling and resource allocation algorithms to identify and prevent deadlocks.
When a process is in deadlock, it is unable to proceed until it acquires the resource it requires. If, for example, process P1 holds tape drive R1 and is waiting for process P2 to release the same drive, then it is in deadlock. If one process releases the resource it is holding, the other will immediately take it and enter a deadlock, too.
There are several ways of preventing or resolving a deadlock. The most common method is to employ an algorithm to detect deadlocks. This algorithm locates the deadlock by checking for cycles in the resource-allocation graph. The Banker's Algorithm is one such algorithm that checks the state of each process in a cycle by analyzing the current set of allocated resources.
A lock that is mutually exclusion is a different way to avoid a deadlock. This type of lock is used to ensure the process has access to its own resources, and not those of other processes. This is a reliable method to avoid deadlocks and provides greater security for your items and van's contents. There are also escape deadlocks that can be installed to the interior of a door to allow for an easy escape in the event of an emergency. They are usually installed on doors that are shared by multiple occupancy properties such as student accommodation and flats.
Statement Lock
L4V Statement locks are installed externally on the vehicle door to the cab. This serves as an effective visual security measure against theft of cargo. The locks can be operated with an external key that has high security under the full control of the driver. They are perfect for owners of the business or any operation where the driver has to be in and outside the loading area all day.
The SyncLock statement is a way to synchronize the block of statements' execution by acquiring a lock on the object that is referenced by the lockobject expression. When a different thread is in the SyncLock block, it evaluates the lockobject expression and stops its execution until the lock on the object is released. The first thread executes the block of statements. Typically, you put statements that manipulate data within a SyncLock block to protect the data from being modified by more than one thread at the same time. Statement blocks that are protected by SyncLock are known as critical sections.
Indicates the type of lock that should be purchased for the statement block. Unless otherwise specified, a shared lock is the default.
The expression must be evaluated to an object variable that is exclusive to the current instance or a private variable that is not part of any instances of your classes. If the value for the lockobject is null then the LOCK statement will fail and the program will end with a runtime error message.
If van hook lock obtains an intent lock (I) on the table, it blocks other transactions from getting a Shared or WRITE ROW LOCK on that table, while the transaction is holding the intent lock. This is because the intent lock will not permit other transactions to alter the data in that table.
Anti Peel Kit
The "peel and steal" attack is one of the most damaging methods used by thieves to gain access to your vehicle. By using weight and applying pressure on weak points on the doors' sides they can unlock them, bypassing the lock entirely and stealing your belongings in minutes. Anti peel kits are designed to ward off this kind of attack. They create a physical barrier which is difficult for thieves penetrate.
It is easy to install inside your vehicle An anti peel kit can be an affordable method to increase the security of your vehicle and its contents. This solution, when used with hook locks offers comprehensive protection against theft and break-ins. Moreover anti peel kits act as visible deterrents, which will inform thieves that your vehicle is secure and will not be worth the risk of stealing.
Locks 4 Vans have developed an anti-peel kit that can be put on the side load door of your vehicle to combat the issue. This solution re-enforces the door's skin and, when used in conjunction with a high L4V hook lock will increase the resistance of the side load door against peeling by 300 percent.
Hook locks are a great investment for your van and adds an extra layer of protection for your tools and other valuables. Sold Secure has independently tested the locks to ensure that they meet the UK's strictest standards. They are tamper-proof and extremely resistant to drilling and manipulation. They are also a great choice for couriers and delivery drivers with multiple drop locations as they don't require keys or remote control operation to operate. They are an excellent alternative to slamlocks, and can be fitted by a locksmith.
Slam Lock
Once your vehicle is closed the slamlock locks it. It works independent of the manufacturer's central locking system and can be opened using a high-security key, which means that it is less susceptible to door spread than deadlocks.
This is particularly useful for couriers and multi-drop drivers, who may enter and exit their vans often throughout the day, but forget to lock them before leaving. Criminals are always looking for these moments where vehicles are vulnerable and a slam lock can prevent them from stealing your goods.
These locks can be used in combination with other security upgrades to safeguard your vehicle even more from theft. The L4V anti peel kit for instance, could be fitted to the barn door of your van and can be used with the high hook lock to decrease the chance of "peel and steal" attack.
A slam lock is another alternative. It can be mounted directly on the frame of the door of the vehicle and operated by pressing a button on the handle. It is simple to use and convenient, but it still provides a strong visual barrier for potential burglars.
Whether you opt for a slam latch or a deadlock, you need to locate a reputable supplier so that you can ensure that the locks are installed correctly. The company will be able to provide advice on the correct fitting for your vehicle and offer a comprehensive aftercare service, too. You can also go to an exhibition or trade show to see products in use. Many suppliers provide demonstrations of their product range to help you decide which one is right for your commercial vehicle.