The electronic cylinder uses Bluetooth Smart technology (with a range of up to 10 metres), so network coverage is not needed for either the smartphone or the electronic cylinder.

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Communication between the smartphone and the lock device installed on the door is encrypted. As the code changes each time the lock is opened, hacking to obtain the code is ineffective. The encryption system currently used makes the Libra extremely resistant to digital attack.

If your smartphone battery is out of charge, the door can be opened with one of the cards provided by Iseo together with the lock system, while your credit card or a smartband may also be enabled to open the door. You'll never run the risk of being locked out of your house.

If your cards or smartphone are lost or stolen, they can be deactivated from the Argo software so that they cannot be used by anyone else to open the door. This means that security against unauthorised entry is still ensured without having to change the lock on the door.

The lock system installed on the door is powered by long-life batteries with a lifespan of up to 5 years or 50,000 open cycles. The user is warned when the battery charge is low by both the lock device and the app on their smartphone. This means that you'll never be left locked out of your home, even if there is no electrical power.

Our devices use the Bluetooth Low Energy transmission standard to ensure much longer battery life (up to 5 years or 50,000 open cycles). Wi-fi communication consumes much more power. So there's never any risk of being left locked out of your house, as both the lock device and the app on your smartphone will warn you repeatedly when the battery charge is low.

The app can be downloaded and updated completely free of charge. The app is available for Android and iOS smartphones.

The app can be downloaded and updated completely free of charge. The app is available for Android and iOS smartphones.

No electrical connections to the door are needed as the electronic cylinder is powered by long-life batteries (up to 5 years or 50,000 open cycles). The user is warned when the battery charge is low by both the lock device and the app on their smartphone.

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The Libra electronic cylinder can also be installed on existing doors equipped with any electric or mechanical Euro profile cylinder. To install, the existing cylinder on the door is simply replaced with the Libra electronic cylinder.       

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A heavy duty version of the electronic cylinder with a protection rating of IP66 is available for exterior doors. This version offers levels of mechanical protection equivalent to a high security cylinder and superior weather resistance.

It is the most used cylinder in locks. It features standardized sizes and dimensional tolerances to allow interchangeability in locks by different manufacturers.

An Anti-drill cylinder is provided with protective devices which make drilling more difficult and longer; these devices may be pins or internal carbonitrided elements or case-hardened steel elements.

An anti-tear cylinder is provided with protective devices which make tearing more difficult and longer.

Bumping is a picking technique to open cylinders. A bump key is inserted into the cylinder and is used as a tensor. The key is then knocked with any  rigid object, the pins jump up and the cylinder opens.

Some cylinders need the key in order to be disassembled. In this case, if they have a property card with a code, the key can be reproduced in a service centre even without the original. Otherwise, you will have to pick the cylinder.

Yes it is EN1303

It is a cylinder having a key which can only be used during the building stage (first-use key), and a bunch of sealed keys handed over to the end user (second-use key). The insertion of the second-use key disables the first –use key (the process is not reversible).

It is a cylinder provided with one or two bunches of sealed keys (1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd use).

The 1^st bunch is normally used to open the cylinder.

Should any of the keys in the 1^st bunch get lost,  security is guaranteed using a key from the 2^nd bunch. The insertion of the second-use key disables the first –use key (the process is not reversible).

If a cylinder is provided with the 3^rd bunch, the lock can be further recoded.

Most electric locks operates with a 12 volt Ac or Dc, but there are also 24 volt versions. Carefully read the instructions.

Electric locks are generally provided with a cylinder or handle for mechanical opening. According to the application, the cylinder and the handle could be only internal, only external or both.

The forend is the part of the lock which is seen when the door is opened and is used for fixing.

The choice of the two forends depends on the type of profile where they are fixed or on the type of supports offered by the profile. Generally, the U forend is used in multi-point locks and for door-type profiles.

MK systems are manufactured with customized cylinders. They can be:

MK systems, commonly known as passe-partout, where a set of individual cylinders can be opened both by their own keys and by a single key called master key.

CK systems, where one or more cylinders (called central cylinders), are operated by different keys.

It depends on the type of cylinder, since each cylinder features a limited quantity of resources for the development; moreover the system complexity reduces the utmost development capacity as well.

A part of resources is generally kept for further development. When these resources are run out no other cylinder can be added.

It is the component where the bolt of the lock extends into when the door is closed. It may be of different shapes, materials and finishes according to the type of frame and lock.

Adjustable striking plates have been designed to meet the installation requirements according to the different aluminium frames; a few articles which can be adjusted to many profiles. 

Striking plates can be adjusted to the lock after installing the door, ensuring a precise locking. 

Door closers are regulated by EN1154.

Panic exits are specific escape exits installed in locations in which panic situations may arise and containing large numbers of persons who are not familiar with the use of exits and the opening devices installed on them.

Emergency exits are escape exits normally used by persons who have received instruction on the use of the exits and of the opening devices installed on them (such as exit doors in office spaces in a company building), in applications for which the relevant authorities deem that dangerous situations may be managed in a controlled manner and without panic.

The regulations EN1125 and EN179 concerning panic exit and emergency exit devices also define the limitations for the use of these devices, such as: maximum mass of the door, maximum height of the door, maximum width of the door and permitted temperature range.

EN 1125

Standard concerning panic exits with devices operated by a horizontal bar (traditional lever- or push-bars).  Devices installed in places with people or audience not trained for emergency procedures: theatres, cinemas, buildings for sporting activities and so on.

EN 179

Standard concerning panic exits operated by handle, plate or lever.  Devices installed in places with people or audience trained for emergency procedures: offices, power plants and so on.

It is a voluntary certification where an independent body assesses and certifies that the technical-productive stages of panic exit devices comply with the relevant European standard.

The letters "CE" of the CE mark stand for "Conformité Européene", meaning "conformity with European standards". It serves an immediately recognisable visual symbol demonstrating that the product on which it is applied is conformant with all harmonised standards, directives and regulations in effect within the European Community applicable to the production and commercialisation of that specific type of product. The CE marking certifies that the design, manufacture and intended use of the product comply in full with all applicable regulations and standards.

DoP stands for Declaration of Performance. This is a mandatory document accompanying the CE marking for construction materials. This document specifies the intended use (as covered by the respective harmonised standard) and performance characteristics of the product, and the essential information necessary for the identification and traceability of the product itself.

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The declaration of conformity is a mandatory document required to attain the CE marking for construction products. It is compiled by the manufacturer or importer of the product to declare that the product itself is conformant with all European directives applicable to the specific product category, which must be listed in full in the document.

PAD devices complies to EN 179 standard.

In Italy, their application is limited by a law enacted on November 3rd, 2004, concerning the activities subject to the control of the firefighting authorities in order to issue a fire prevention certificate.

They can be installed if:

• The activity is open to the public and the door is usable by less than 10 people.
• The activity is not open to the public and the door is usable by 9 to 26 people.

The most important things that the installer must ensure are that the product is installed exactly as indicated in the installation instructions provided together with the device, and that the characteristics of the product are not altered in any way whatsoever during the installation process. The installer must then compile and sign the declaration of correct installation, which must specifically cite the instructions of the manufacturer, and hand this document to the customer.

All devices belonging to this series can be shortened. The minimum size varies according to the device product family.

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It is an additional device which, inserted into the panic exit device, allows to signal, even from a distance, the operation of the push bar (door opening); the microswitch must be connected to a sound, light device or other devices.

What is the Bolt system?

It is a new patented keep for panic exit devices much more secure than traditional latches since it uses self-locking and anti-breaking Ø 14 mm top and bottom points.

Usually, whether or not a panic or emergency exit device is suitable for installation on fire/smoke resistant doors is indicated in the manufacturer's catalogue, as in accordance with the standards UNI EN 1125 and UNI EN 179, the manufacturer is required to subject its products to fire/smoke resistance testing complete with all accessories, including any panic exit and emergency exit devices.

The standard keeps are not suitable for PVC profiles, yet they can be bought separately as accessories.

This function allows a panic or emergency exit door to be held open. This function is particularly useful for all situations in which it is necessary to keep doors open for extended periods of time. The hold-open function is not available for panic exit devices installed on fire doors.

Push Sirena is a panic exit device with an integrated audible alarm signal. It has been designed to avoid the need to install complicated and costly alarm systems on doors. Push Sirena is installed like a conventional panic bar, but includes an integrated audible alarm system which, when activated, immediately signals any unauthorised aperture of escape doors.

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AntiGerm is a completely safe, permanent anti-bacterial treatment that ISEO has decided to apply to its entire range of panic and emergency exit bars.
The treatment releases a continuous stream of silver ions which penetrate the cell of the microbe, impeding reproduction by attacking its DNA and inhibiting cellular respiration.

PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) is a technologically advanced process which applies a very thin metal film coating to surfaces. The thickness of this film varies from just a few tenths of a micron to more substantial thicknesses, depending on the needs of the application.

Belvedere is an accessory kit for the installation of rim application panic exit and emergency devices on frameless glass doors. The wide choice of accessories offered caters for the installation requirements of all the devices in the Base, Push, Bolt and Pad series when used on single or double leaf doors in any possible configuration.

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Trim is the name chosen by ISEO for its family of external controls for panic exits. These products have been developed in compliance with EN1125 and EN179 standards, and may be combined with all ISEO panic and emergency exit devices, in any configuration and with any locking points.

Match is the name chosen by ISEO for its family of electric strikes. Match products for panic exits have been developed in compliance with EN1125 and EN179 standards, and may be combined with all ISEO rim application panic and emergency exit devices.

Iseo offers numerous access control solutions compatible with panic or emergency exit devices.  These include:  Match for panic exits, Trim Tronic external controls, the Stylos credential reader, the Aries handle plate, the Libra electronic cylinder and the F9000 mechatronic cylinder.