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dormakaba Japan Celebrates 30 Years of Key Registration System

dormakaba Japan Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of the globally renowned lock security manufacturer, dormakaba, headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, recently announced a remarkable milestone: the 30th anniversary of its key registration system. Since its inception, this system has been instrumental in preventing unauthorized key duplication and affirming key ownership responsibilities across various property management sectors.

What is the dormakaba Key Registration System?

The key registration system from dormakaba operates on a framework that limits the production of genuine spare keys only to legitimate key owners. By registering individual key owners, the system ensures that a spare key can only be created and supplied when (1) the key number, (2) the serial number, and (3) the password all match. This robust verification process is crucial to thwarting potential unauthorized duplication attempts. Furthermore, the registered information is managed with the utmost security in compliance with ISMS (Information Security Management System) standards.

The production of genuine spare keys is strictly conducted based on direct orders from the key owners. Only when the (1) key number, (2) serial number, and (3) password match will a spare key be made, eliminating the possibility of orders based solely on the key number. Even if a third party were to obtain the key number, the system is designed to make unauthorized duplication impossible.

Challenges in Key Management

Despite technological advancements, residential and burglary-related crimes continue to pose significant risks in Japan. According to statistics from the National Police Agency, a substantial number of burglaries occur due to unlocked entrances or access through front doors. Notably, in apartment complexes (four stories and above), there is a noteworthy percentage of entries facilitated by duplicate keys.

Given this context, simply installing robust locks is no longer sufficient. It is vital for property managers and tenants to meticulously design the flow and management of keys, making the dormakaba key registration system essential for addressing these social challenges and clarifying management duties.

Benefits of the Key Registration System

In recent years, conveniences like online ordering and key number-based production have improved user accessibility. However, risks related to the unauthorized copying of keys through snooping and theft of key numbers persist. dormakaba's key registration system counters this by necessitating the verification of registered owner information before accepting spare key orders, thereby physically preventing unauthorized duplication.

By systematizing the management of duplicate keys, property management companies and property owners can clearly document and regulate key ownership and responsibilities. This structure not only helps reduce disputes during tenant transitions but also minimizes management costs, ultimately increasing the property’s value.

Cylinder Compatibility

The dormakaba key registration system can be utilized in conjunction with dormakaba’s replacement dimple key cylinders, namely