Security Chains

There are some security applications that cannot be resolved with a standard locking mechanism and therefore it becomes necessary to use a strong security chain to guard the accessibility to some areas of your property. If you have a fenced yard, you may need to securely fasten the chain link gate to prevent animals and pets from getting out or trespassers from getting in. If you have a large parking facility at a factory or school, then it is much easier to lock the gates with a security chain that is held closed by a key lock or combination lock. For these applications you need a specially forged chain that is strengthened to the point it cannot be easily cut with bolt cutters.

Even in the home, a small security chain attached to the front entrance door allows you to see and speak directly to a visitor at the door without letting them have open access to your home. These interior door security chains are attached to the door and have a hasp that is fitted into a slot on the doorframe. When the door is opened, the chain will allow only a small crack to open in the door. The positioning of these security chains must be carefully placed so that they cannot be released unless the door has been closed again.

There are several types of chains, from a very simple chain to the varieties that require a key to undo the hasp. These types of chains are good if you have glass panels in your entrance door in that, even if the glass is broken, the trespasser cannot simply reach in and undo the chain or bolt from the inside. Some of the security door chains are hooked up to sound an alarm to let you know if they have been unhooked.

Security chains also have many uses around your vehicles. If you have a bike or motorcycle, using a high density security chain and heavy portable lock will allow you to string the chain around it and a solid post or pole and know it will still be there when you get back. If you have to tow a boat or house trailer then you will definitely want to attach heavy-duty safety chains to supplement the hitch so that in case of a breakage you will have some extra security to keep from losing your load.