BOXES -
The Knox Box is a box that property owners install on the exterior of their building that will store entrance keys and cards used exclusively by the fire department during emergencies. When a fire breaks out or there is a medical emergency, the Knox-Box allows immediate entry into a building and/or property by the fire department without forced entry which can cause damage and delay.
There are a variety of Knox Boxes available to choose from the two most common are the surface mount box and recessed mount box. The surface mounted box allows for the box to be mounted directly to a wall or structure with minimal alterations to the building. The recessed mounted box allows for the box to be mounted recessed into a wall where the door of the box will be the only component of the box exposed. It is also important to consider size of the box prior to placing an ordering, first determine the number of keys or cards that will be needed into the box.

An improperly sized box will cause problems for keys to be secured due to the door on the box not being able to be close and lock properly. If the box cannot be secured properly the fire code official can deny the box and a new or additional box may be required, which will cause unwanted delays to your project.

Benefits to having a Knox Box on you building/ business:
- Eliminates barriers and allows first responders to quickly gain access to secured properties when time matters most.
- Reduces damage cause by forced entry during an emergency
- Eliminates costly repairs from forced entry in a false alarm scenario
KEY SWITCHES -
The key switches is primarily utilized to override electronic gates and motorized doors to allow first responders rapid access. Time is critical during an emergency response. Locked gates, fences, or similar barriers can delay first responders from getting to here help is needed. Key switches allow first responder to open electrical gates and roll-up doors without delays and force entry.

International Fire Code 506.2 An approved lock shall be installed on gates or similar barriers where required by the fire code official.


LOCKING FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION CAPS (FDC) –
The Knox Locking Fire Department Connection Caps (FDC Caps) are designed to protect FDCs, keeping pipes clean of debris to ensure the delivery of high-pressure water flow to fire sprinkler systems, protect from damaged threads, and theft of FDC components.

International Fire Code Section 901.6 Fire detection, alarm and extinguishing systems shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times.
Reasons to use Knox locking FDC caps:
- Prevent debris from blocking system
- Protect connection threads from damage
- Peace of mind knowing the system will work when needed
- Reduce potential theft of FDC components
- Prevent random cap removal
- Keeps your building compliant with Fire Codes
PADLOCKS -
The Knox Padlocks are primarily utilized where manual operated gates have been installed restricting access to fire department access roads and fire lanes.
International Fire Code 506.2 An approved lock shall be installed on gates or similar barriers where required by the fire code official.
