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MARIO DAMICO IS THE OWNER AND Director of Italian Locking Systems in Musselburgh , East Lothian . The company was originally established by Mario ’ s father in 1970 under the name International Locks and Security and was responsible for patenting the first bullet lock in the UK in 1972 .
Mario explains , “ We are the UK ’ s oldest and largest stockist of bullet locks and guide locks , padlocks and ground units , espangolet and central shutter locks and shutter accessories to the roller shutter industry and one of the UK ’ s number one main supplier of Cisa padlocks to the container industry . In fact , we have just launched a new website dedicated to them , wwwcisapadlocks . uk . com .
“ Because we are one of the largest stockists of Cisa Padlocks and authorised suppliers in the UK , we will compete with any price in the UK market place including back up . We also have the facility to maintain your original padlocks by replacing the components , that way , saving you more money .
He continues , “ At Italian Locking Systems ( UK ) Ltd we can manufacture tailor-made padlocks and other types of security locks to meet the specific needs of companies for orders of over 5000 units , with a guaranteed turnaround of just 6 to 10 weeks . Our customized products are quality assured and produced by high quality craftsmanship within the EEC .”
Italian Locking Systems ( UK ) Ltd started trading back in 1987 . The Company ’ s main
sector of interest being the roller shutter trade to which it initially sold a range of roller shutter locks , padlocks and shutter components . Thereafter , it became an affiliate member of the British Blinds and Shutters Association ( BBSA ).
With the introduction of its research and development division , the Company progressed by introducing new design innovation to its range of roller shutter locks , resulting in the introduction to the UK , of its Pin & Bullet ( Guide ) locks .
Italian Locking Systems ( UK ) Ltd is currently one of the main suppliers in the UK to the container hire industry and the roller shutter trade . In association with the industry , the company continues to advance the quality and security of its wide range of locks , padlocks , cylinders , mortice locks , using current technology applications .
In 1995 , Italian Locking Systems ( UK ) Ltd moved from its original site to larger premises to accommodate the expansion of the business and to further extend activities to the security sector industry , where it still is to this day .
In 1999 , Italian Locking Systems ( UK ) Ltd applied for and was awarded the ISO 9002 certificate , ( currently re-named BS EN ISO 9001 - 2000 ), which guarantees full provision of quality services , products and reliability , and also became a member of the Master Locksmiths Association , now employing its own locksmiths who can undertake any master keying , and re-pinning of padlocks .
The diverse needs of the security industry and domestic market has also encouraged
Italian Locking Systems ( UK ) Ltd to enter into co-operation agreements with well known internationally reputed security lock manufacturers , such as Cisa , Facchinetti , Effe-Ti-Taroni , Newlok 2000 , Viro , Prefer , Bassi and Era , to ensure the highest quality and specialised security lock products at a competitive price .
Mario says , “ Our excellent reputation is due to the maintenance of a first-class service , due to being a small family-run business , and at the same time we carry a wide range of products , catering to the different requirements of our customers , from being cost effective , to the finest quality available , together with an experienced and obliging sales staff and locksmiths , items will be despatched for next day delivery ( for Mainland Britain ), providing it is a stock item . Specialised items may take up to 5 working days . All our own products that carry the ‘ ILS ’ logo are manufactured in the EC . ILS is also a registered trade mark .”
The Company continues , in association with the industry , looking for new security products and technologies , which will be translated into further enhanced design specification for the benefit of the container hire industry and the roller shutter trade and other associated industries and domestic use , thus enhancing and improving in the overall effectiveness of security and peace of mind , either in the workplace or at home .
Our motto is very simple , concludes Mario , “ Anticipate , Design , Develop , Deliver , Satisfy .”
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