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L4V Hook Lock

L4V's Statement lock is a surface mounted van lock that is designed to secure doors with side loading against the threat of 'peel and steal'. It is installed externally to secure the door together, and also acts as visual deterrent.

It is independent of the locking system used by the manufacturer and is controlled by a high-security key. Kits are designed for vehicles and come with UV stabilised black nylon external trims.

Hook Locks

Van hook locks work independently of the manufacturers' locking system for your side load doors as well as tailgates. They use a hook style bolt that latches into the receiving keep and can be locked by hand using a high-security key. This gives you a superior level of protection against "Peel and steal" crimes, in which thieves forcibly prise the doors that open to side load and remove items.

They are a well-known security upgrade for all vans. They can be installed to the sides of rear and side load barn door, as well as doors for the cab and tailgate. You can also pick from a variety of colours to match your van's color scheme and offer the best visual deterrent to thieves.

Another great way to increase the security of your van is to install the Slam lock. This is perfect for couriers and other situations where the door needs to lock as soon as it shuts. The Slam lock uses an array of external and internal parts to minimize the chance of doors for side load being opened or ripped off. It is usually used in conjunction with an L4V hook lock that is placed on the lower position of your vehicle's doors. This is the most effective way to prevent the most common van thefts.

You can also combine the L4V Anti-Peel Kit with the slamlock to create a complete van security solution. These are a combination of the slam lock and L4V solid Anti-Peel plate, which together help to significantly reduce the chance of your side load door being taken down. This is the most common method used to steal expensive equipment and tools from vans' backs and the anti-peel tool has been tested independently to increase the resistance by 3000%..

Deadlocks

Deadlocks are a type of software defect that happens when processes within the same process or across multiple processes compete for resources in a way that leads to circular dependencies. Deadlocks are not a good idea for operating systems due to the fact that they consume resources, which can reduce overall system performance and the responsiveness of. Many operating systems use algorithms for resource allocation and scheduling processes to prevent deadlocks and detect them.

When a process is a deadlock, it can't proceed until it has acquired 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 deadlocked. If one process releases resources, the other immediately takes it and enters deadlock.

There are several ways of preventing or resolving a deadlock. The most common method is to use a deadlock detection algorithm. This algorithm detects deadlocks by checking for cycles in the resource allocation graph. The Banker's Algorithm is one such algorithm that monitors the state of each process in cycles by analyzing the current allocation of resources.

A lock with mutual exclusion is a different way to avoid a deadlock. This type of lock is used to ensure that a process has access only to its own resources, and not the resources of other processes. This is a reliable method to avoid deadlocks and provides greater security for your items and van contents. There are also escape deadlocks, which can be fitted to the interior of a door to facilitate exit in the event an emergency. These are commonly found on doors used in multi-occupancy buildings like student accommodation and flats.

Statement Lock

L4V Statement Locks mount externally on the vehicle's doors of the cab. This is a visual deterrent against any potential cargo theft. These locks are operated by a high-security external key under complete control of the driver, making them ideal for owner-drivers and other operations where the driver may need to be in and out of the loading area throughout the daytime.

The SyncLock statement synchronizes the execution of a block of statements by acquiring an exclusive lock on the object that is referenced by its lockobject expression. When another thread comes across the SyncLock statement, it evaluates the lockobject and suspends execution until the locking on the object has been removed. The first thread then executes the statement block. Typically,  van hooklock  put statements that manipulate data within a SyncLock block to protect the data from being updated by more than one thread simultaneously. Statement blocks that are protected by SyncLock are referred to as critical sections.

Specifies the type of lock to acquire for the statement block. Unless specified, the default is a shared lock.

The expression must be evaluated to an object that is unique to the current instance or a variable private that is not associated with to any of your classes. If the lockobject value is null, the LOCK statement will fail and the program will be terminated with a runtime error message.

If a transaction acquires an intent lock on a table (I) the lock prevents any other transaction from acquiring a Shared ROW Lock or a Write ROW Lock for the table as long as the transaction has the intent lock. This is because the intent lock does not allow other transactions to alter the table's data.

Anti Peel Kit

The 'peel-and-steal' method is the most destructive way thieves gain access to your vehicle. By using weight and applying pressure to weak points on the side doors the thieves can peel them open, bypassing the lock entirely and stealing your belongings in a matter of minutes. To prevent this kind of attack anti peel kits create a physical barrier that is hard for thieves to penetrate.

It is easy to install inside your vehicle, an anti peel is an affordable way to enhance security for your vehicle and its contents. Together with hook locks this option offers complete protection against break-ins and theft. Anti peel kits also serve as visible deterrents that warn thieves that your van is secure and not worth the risk of breaking into.

Locks 4 Vans have developed an anti-peel kit that could be fitted to the side load door of your vehicle in order to fight the issue. This solution re-enforces the door's skin and, when used in conjunction with a high-L4V hook lock it can increase the resistance of your side load door to peeling by 300%.

A hook lock is an excellent investment for your van and offers an additional layer of security for your tools and other valuables. Sold Secure has independently tested the locks to ensure that they are in compliance with the UK's most stringent standards. They are tamper proof and are highly resistant to drilling and manipulation. They are also a great option for couriers and delivery drivers with multiple drop locations as they don't require keys or remote controls to operate. They're an excellent alternative to slamlocks and could be easily fitted by professional locksmiths.

Slam Lock

Once your vehicle is closed, a slamlock will secure it. It is independent of the central locking system of the manufacturer and can be opened with a high-security key. This makes it more resistant to door spreading than a deadlock.

This is particularly helpful for couriers and multi-drop drivers, who may leave and enter their vans often during the day and forget to lock them up before leaving. The slam locks are helpful to prevent thieves from stealing your cargo.

These locks can also be combined with a range of other security enhancements to protect your vehicle from theft. The L4V anti peel kit, for example, can be fitted to the barn door of your van and can be used with a high hook lock to reduce the risk of 'peel and steal' attacks.

Another alternative is a slam latch that can be affixed directly on the door frame and operates by pushing a handle button. It's simple to use and convenient however it also provides an excellent visual barrier for criminals who might be looking to break in.

Whether you opt for an slam latch or deadlock, you need to locate a reputable supplier so that you can be sure that the locks are set correctly. The company should also be able to provide a comprehensive aftercare service and guidance on the right fitting for your vehicle. Alternatively, you can visit a trade show or exhibition to view the products in action. Many manufacturers offer demonstrations of their products to help you select the right one for your commercial vehicle.