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Press Release
New Ecoflex™ Electrified Lock Technology from ASSA ABLOY Offers
97 Percent Energy Savings
New Haven, CT February 18, 2014 — In a move that signals a breakthrough in energy
efficiency, ASSA ABLOY today announced the introduction of its Ecoflex lock technology,
available from ASSA ABLOY Group brands CORBIN RUSSWIN and SARGENT. Ecoflex
electrified mortise locks offer a remarkable 97 percent reduction in energy usage
compared to standard electrified locks.
“It’s critical to consider every factor that can impact the energy efficiency of a building
or facility, and every opportunity to save energy should be pursued. Door openings in
particular present a major opportunity to reduce energy consumption, and our new
Ecoflex technology can significantly contribute to green building, sustainability, and
favorable LEED ratings,” said Aaron Smith, Director of Sustainable Building Solutions,
ASSA ABLOY Door Security Solutions.
The lock is ideal for electronic access control applications whether it’s used as a basic
electrified lock in conjunction with a wall reader, in an integrated hardwired lock or in
an integrated battery powered lock. Because it provides dramatically reduced energy
consumption, drawing less than 1/4 watt at 12V, Ecoflex offers more flexibility to
consolidate power supplies and reduce operating costs. In particular, Ecoflex can offer
significant savings in fail-safe applications such as stairwell towers, where locks on
every floor draw constant power.
With the lower power draw, the load on each power supply is lessened, reducing costs,
simplifying deployment and improving system reliability. Ecoflex’s innovative actuator
design further improves system reliability by eliminating the risk of voltage drops and
inductive kickback, enabling longer cable runs and eliminating the need to add kickback
diodes to an installation, for reduced cost and complexity.
Ecoflex offers a flexible, reliable solution with a single ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 mortise lock
that can serve a variety of uses. One lock body can be used for 12V - 24V applications
and can be easily field-configured for fail-safe or fail-secure operation.
ABOUT ASSA ABLOY
ASSA ABLOY is the global leader in door opening solutions, dedicated to satisfying end-user
demands for security, safety and convenience. For more information visit
http://www.assaabloy.com/en/com/.
ABOUT CORBIN RUSSWIN
Since 1839, Corbin Russwin has manufactured safe, secure and durable locking hardware.
The company offers commercial grade 1 mortise locks, bored locks, exit devices, high
security key systems and electromechanical hardware. Architecturally, Corbin Russwin
offers products that are both aesthetically pleasing and designed to surpass most
performance standards. Visit our website for complete product specifications,
http://www.corbinrusswin.com/.
ABOUT SARGENT
Founded in the early 1800’s, SARGENT is a market leader in locksets, cylinders, door
closers, exit devices, electro-mechanical products and access control systems for new
construction, renovation and replacement applications. The company's customer base
includes commercial construction, institutional, and industrial markets. Included in
SARGENT’s product offerings are windstorm certified locks and exit devices, hardwired
and wireless access control devices, decorative levers and patented and high security
key systems. Visit our website for bored lock, mortise lock, exit device and key system
product specifications, http://www.sargentlock.com/.
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