Medeco was founded in 1968 and is a current market leader in locks and locking systems for security, safety and control.  Medeco offers solutions for wholesale and retail security providers, original equipment manufacturers, institutional, commercial, industrial, and residential end-users.  Medeco is an ASSA ABLOY Group company.  Medeco locks are considered some of the highest security locks in its industry.

What are Medeco locks, and why are they considered high security locks?

What are Medeco locks, and why are they considered high security locks?

Why are Medeco locks known as a high security solution?

Medeco continues to build upon more than 50 years of lock engineering innovation and takes security to the next level.  They offer the highest level of protection against physical attacks and unauthorized key duplication with their mechanical and electromechanical locking systems.

RA-Lock Security Solutions is a proud Medeco Sales and Service Center.  RA-Lock can help with selecting the right Medeco locks for your unique business.  We also manage master key systems, for large and small entities nationwide.

Let’s discuss two of the many high security Medeco locks available from RA-Lock Security Solutions.

Medeco M4 Locks

Medeco M4 cylinders are UL 437 and listed with solid brass construction and hardened steel inserts to thwart drilling attacks.  In addition to bottom pins that lift and rotate, Medeco locks M4 design includes 4 side pins made up of 3 Finger Pins and 1 Lift Pin.  The Lift Pin is activated by contact with the Shuttle Pin movable element in the key, providing a high level of pick resistance.  The Finger Pins work with Secondary side cuts on the key to provide increased security and greater potential combinations.  The patent pending Medeco M4 key with Shuttle Pin movable element protects against the emerging threat of 3D printing for added credential security.  Passing UL 437 and ANSI/BHMA rigid testing procedures affirms Medeco M4 lock’s ability to protect people and property.

Medeco M4 Lock and Cylinder Features

  • No wiring required.  All power is provided by the key.
  • Indoor and outdoor use with stainless steel shell construction
  • 2,000 audit events
  • Unauthorized key list
  • Variety of retrofit cylinder formats

Medeco XT Overview

The Medeco XT Eco-System consists of a robust electronic locking and access control system that is managed by state of the art, web based system software.  Medeco XT overcomes your current keying issues by keeping your security high even if someone loses a key.  Medeco XT also adds access control capability in hard to reach areas such as safes, cabinets, remote gates and basically any place you would use a padlock.  In addition, with the new AIM (Access Interface Module) Device, imagination is your only limitation regarding what to control next with your Medeco XT key.

Audit Accountability

Audit information recorded in both the Medeco locks and keys shows a time and date stamped record of every event, including authorized accesses and unauthorized attempts.

Electronic Scheduling

Intelligent keys are programmed for specific openings with fully flexible scheduling.  Access profiles can be created where programming updates will be generated automatically when openings are added or removed.

Uses Existing Hardware

The Medeco XT intelligent key provides all power to the cylinder, eliminating the need for any hard-wiring or power supply.  Simply remove the existing mechanical cylinder and install the Medeco XT cylinder.

Reduces Risk of Lost Keys

Respond quickly to security threats, lost or stolen keys, or personnel changes utilizing expiring intelligent key validation intervals and remote programming.

Physical Security

Medeco XT products add a wide variety of intelligent features without compromising on physical security.  Attack resistant design and tamperproof features on the Medeco XT cylinder provide strong protection against forced entry.

Efficient System Management

The Medeco XT software contains tools that will help you manage your security more efficiently.  Flexible programming, schedule access and full audit reports are offered with the convenience of stand alone or web based software.

Data Dashboard

Glances display system data in a new graphical way on the Medeco dashboard.  The ‘Glances’ display consists of several mini dashboards that provide insight into your system configuration and audit events.

Medeco XT Key Features

  • Small, robust electronic key with stainless steel housing
  • Intelligent key holds all access and schedule data
  • Rechargeable battery, up to 1,800 openings per charge (when cylinder unlock time is set to .8 seconds)
  • Stand-alone network, web, mobile, and Bluetooth programming options

RA-Lock Security Solutions is ready to help you select the right Medeco locks or locking system for your business needs.  Contact us today to speak with our security specialists.