L4V Hook Lock
L4V's Statement lock is a surface mounted van lock that is designed to protect side load doors against the threat of 'peel and steal'. It is fitted externally bracing the door in place and acts as a visual alarm.
It functions independently of the manufacturers locking system and is operated by a high-security key. Kits are designed to fit specific doors for vehicles and come with UV-stabilised black exterior trims of nylon.
Hook Locks
Van hook locks are independent of the locking system on your side-load doors and tailgates. They are fitted with hook-type bolts that latch to the receiving keep and can be manually locked using a high-security key. This offers a high level of protection from "Peel and steal" that is where thieves forcefully open side loading doors and take items.
They are a common security option for all vans. They can be installed to the sides of the rear and side load barn door and doors for the cab and tailgate. You can also choose from a range of colors to match your van's color scheme and offer the best visual deterrent to thieves.
Installing the Slam Lock is another great method to increase the security of your van. This is perfect for couriers or other situations where the door needs to lock immediately after closing. The Slam lock is an amalgamation of external and internal parts that reduces the risk of side load doors getting ripped or peeled. It is usually paired with an L4V hook lock in the lower portion of your vehicle's doors. This is the most effective way to prevent the most common van thefts.
For a complete security option for your van, you could also pair the slam locks with L4V's Anti-Peel kit. The slamlock as well as L4V's solid Anti-Peel plates are combined to decrease the risk of your side loading door getting peeled. This is the most common method that involves stealing expensive equipment and tools from vans' backs, and the anti-peel kit has been tested independently to increase resistance by 3000%..
Deadlocks
Deadlocks happen when processes within the same process or between processes are competing for resources, resulting in circular dependencies. Operating systems should avoid deadlocks since they waste resources and reduce overall system performance. A lot of operating systems employ algorithms for scheduling and allocation of resources to prevent deadlocks and detect them.
If a process is in a deadlock and cannot move forward until it gets the resource it requires. For instance, if process P1 is holding tape drive R1 while waiting for the release of the same tape drive by process P2, then it is in a deadlock. If one process releases the resource it is holding and the other process releases it, the other will take it and enter a deadlock as well.
There are many ways to avoid or solve deadlocks. The most commonly used method is to use deadlock detection algorithms. This algorithm identifies deadlocks by checking for cycles on the diagram of resource allocation. The Banker's Algorithm checks the status of a process by analyzing the current resources.
A lock with mutual exclusion is a different way to avoid a deadlock. This type of lock is used to ensure a process has access only to its own resources, and not those of other processes. This is an efficient way to prevent deadlocks and allows an increased level of security for your possessions and van's contents. van hooklock can also be put on the inside of doors to allow the easy exit in case of emergency. They are commonly utilized in doors that are communal in multiple occupancy properties like flats and student accommodation.
Statement Lock
L4V Statement locks are mounted externally on the vehicle door to the cab. This serves as a visual warning against any potential cargo theft. The locks can be operated using an external key with high security under the full control of the driver. They are ideal for owners who drive their own vehicles or any business where the driver has to be inside and out of the loading area throughout the day.
The SyncLock statement synchronizes the execution of a sequence of statements by acquiring an exclusive lock on the object referenced by its lockobject expression. When another thread comes across the SyncLock statement, it evaluates the lockobject and stops execution until the exclusive locking on the object is released. The first thread then executes the statement block. SyncLock blocks are generally used to contain statements that manipulate data. This blocks the data from being altered by multiple threads at once. Statement blocks protected by SyncLock are known as critical sections.
The kind of lock to be acquired for the statement block. Unless otherwise specified, a shared lock will be the default.
The lockobject expression should result in an object variable that is exclusive to the current instance or a variable private that does not belong to any instance of your classes. If the lockobject value is null then the LOCK statement will fail and the program will be terminated with an error message at runtime.
If a transaction acquires 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 an intent lock stops other transactions from changing the data in the table.
Anti Peel Kit
The 'peel-and-steal' method is the most destructive method thieves gain access to your vehicle. By leveraging weight and applying pressure on weak points on the sides of the doors the thieves can break them open, thereby bypassing the lock entirely and stealing your possessions in minutes. To prevent this type of attack, anti peel kits create an actual barrier that is difficult for thieves to break through.
It is easy to install inside your van An anti peel kit is an affordable method to increase the security of your vehicle and its contents. Combined with hook locks, this option offers complete protection against theft and break-ins. Moreover, anti peel kits are visible deterrents that warn thieves that your van is protected and will likely not be worth the risk of stealing.
To prevent "peel and steal" attack, Locks 4 Vans has created an anti peel kit that can be fitted to the front edge of the side load door. This solution reinforces the door's skin and when coupled with a high-quality L4V hooklock it can improve the side door's resistance to peeling by 300 percent.
A hook lock for your van is a good investment. It adds an extra layer of security for your valuables and tools. 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 option for couriers and multi-drop delivery drivers as they don't require keys or remote controls to operate. They are a great alternative to slamlocks and can be installed by a professional locksmith.
Slam Lock
When your vehicle is shut the slamlock locks it. It is not part of the central locking system of the manufacturer and can only be unlocked using an extremely secure key. This makes it more resistant to spreading than deadlocks.
This is especially useful for couriers or multi-drop drivers, who may enter and exit their vans frequently in the course of the day and fail to lock them prior to leaving. The slam locks are useful to stop thieves from taking your cargo.
These locks can be paired with a variety of other security enhancements to further protect your vehicle from theft. The L4V anti-peel kit, for example, can be mounted on the door to the barn of your vehicle. It operates in conjunction with a high hook locking mechanism to decrease the chance that 'peel-and steal attacks could occur.
Another alternative is a slam latch, which can be mounted directly to the door frame and operates by pressing a handle button. It's a practical and easy to use lock, but it also provides an effective visual deterrent to criminals who might be looking to steal.
If you decide to go with an slam latch or deadlock, it is important to locate a reputable supplier so that you can ensure that the locks are installed correctly. The company can provide guidance on the best configuration for your car and offer a complete aftercare service as well. If you prefer, you can go to a trade show or exhibition to view the products in action for yourself. A lot of suppliers offer demonstrations to help you choose the right product for your commercial vehicle.