Door Industry Journal - Spring 2021

115 THE door industry journal spring 2021 Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk Locks & Building Hardware The Latest Smart Capabilities Smart Lock technology continues to develop, increasing it capabilities to provide the ultimate convenience to users. Yale launched the Linus Lock in October 2020 with new Doorsense™ technology, meaning your door will unlock for you as soon as you pull up outside your home. This handy auto-unlocking feature means no more juggling shopping bags while routing around for keys or forgetting to lock the door when rushing out in the morning. And, if anything unexpected happens, like the door being left ajar, you will be the first to know. Most smart locks can also integrate with other smart home products. The Linus Smart Lock integrate with Apple Home Kit, Amazon Alexa and Google, meaning it can be controlled with your voice, and Apple Watch, making it even easier to control whilst on the move. The Conexis L1, when used with a module will connect with Samsung SmartThings or your Yale alarm and then integrate with Alexa and Google. We can expect to see geolocation technology and integration capabilities continue to advance in the future, as consumer demand for convenience continues to grow. Opportunities for Installers The growing consumer demand for smart lock capabilities means that more opportunities will continue to become available for installers. The range of smart locks continues to grow, and smart locks are available for a range of door types, meaning installers can cater to a range of homeowners needs. Yale continues to expand its own range with a smart lock now available for a range of doors and locking mechanisms. The Conexis range is ideal for multi-point locks, with more exciting announcements about the Conexis range expected in 2021. The Keyless Connected is ideal for night laches, and the Linus lock fits perfectly with single-point euro-cylinders, with a Linus Adjustable Cylinder available to replace euro profile cylinders. As the technology continues to advance, there is an opportunity for installers to keep on top of the latest advancements to provide up-to-date advice to homeowners, encouraging trust and peace of mind that their home security is in safe hands. And as more accessories and integrations are introduced to the market, there are plentiful opportunities to upsell or upgrade. Just like traditional cylinders, many smart locks are DIY installation. However, despite the locks being easy to install, many consumers still require the products to be professionally installed to give them peace of mind. Especially products they are unfamiliar with. With more and more smart home tech brands working together to provide an integrated ecosystem for homes across the world, the future of smart locks looks set to continue to open the door to more opportunities for home security solutions. www.yalehome.co.uk