What Pacific Lock does

Pacific Lock Company (PACLOCK) is a privately held, family-owned, veteran-led, woman-owned U.S. manufacturer of commercial-grade physical security locks founded in 1998 and headquartered in Valencia, California. The company engineers, machines, assembles, and quality-tests the majority of its product line at its Valencia facility using HAAS Automation CNC machining centers that maintain 0.003-inch tolerances. PACLOCK's product portfolio spans solid and laminated shackled padlocks (1-, 2-, 3-Series), hidden-shackle and hockey-puck-style locks (7-, 9-Series pucks; 81-, 82-Series trailer/container locks), transportation locks (77-, 88-Series couplers; 80-Series hitch pins; 84-TDC/WTG roll-up locks; TL89A refrigerated trailer), military padlocks (PL951 high security, GFSP General Field Service, low security 95G/100G/100GL), block locks (17-Series), hard-case locks (445/446/447-Series), cam locks, hasps, chain-security products, and the PAC-BLU cloud-based access control line.

The company's core enabling technology is the proprietary Universal Cylinder System (UCS), a 6-pin cylinder with stainless-steel pins and ±0.002-inch tolerances supporting more than 20,000 unique key changes, marketed as the "Every Lock, One Key" system that allows a single key to operate padlocks, trailer locks, cam locks, hitch pins, and puck locks across the entire line. PACLOCK has also developed the High Security Rotating Disc (RD-Series) cylinder, which offers over 2 billion combinations and is backed by restricted military keyways. The company holds multiple granted and pending patents covering the 77-Series coupler, 81-Series trailer door, 82-Series container door, 84-Series roll-up door, and 9-Series cone puck designs, and is the only U.S. manufacturer certified to produce all three military padlock grades and the only producer of Buy American Act (BAA) and Trade Agreement Act (TAA) compliant brass, hardened steel, and aluminum body padlocks.

PACLOCK generates revenue primarily through unit-priced hardware sales across its product lines, with prices ranging from roughly $30 for entry-level padlocks to more than $400 for heavy-duty stainless-steel coupler locks. Additional revenue streams include OEM/custom manufacturing for clients such as KNAACK, Todco, Whiting, Utility Trailer, Pelican, Milwaukee PACKOUT, and YETI; the "Your Logo, Your Locks" custom branding and engraving service for locksmiths and distributors; replacement UCS cylinder 5-packs; and the PAC-BLU cloud-based access control subscription/service. Distribution combines direct e-commerce (paclock.com), the Amazon marketplace, security distributors, local locksmiths, government procurement through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), and exclusive OEM channels. Anchor customers include Public Storage (exclusive disc-padlock supplier), the U.S. military (preferred supplier across all three grades), KNAACK, and the Defense Logistics Agency.

Name

Pacific Lock

Legal name

Pacific Lock Company

Website

https://www.paclock.com/

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Pacific Lock Company (PACLOCK) is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of commercial-grade padlocks, transportation locks, military padlocks, and cloud access control products. It sells direct-to-consumer, through distributors and locksmiths, and to enterprise and government customers including the U.S. military.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Locks and Physical Security Hardware

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Smart Lock Software Platforms & Mobile Apps (Access Control SaaS) (HSAHAEAG)

Keywords

• Commercial padlocks
• Transportation security
• Military padlocks
• High-security locks
• Smart lock systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Honesdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Padlock Sales: Traditional solid body padlocks, hidden shackle padlocks, hockey puck-style locks, and disc padlocks sold in various series (1-Series, 2-Series, 3-Series, 1000PRO, etc.) with multiple cylinder technology options
2. Transportation Locks: Specialized locks for trailers, shipping containers, roll-up doors, hitch pins, and coupler locks including 77, 79, 80, 81, 82, 84, 88 series
3. Government/Military Padlocks: High security, GFSP, and low security military padlocks meeting government specifications with NSN configurations
4. Custom Branding/Engraving: Your Logo, Your Locks program offering laser engraving, hard die stamping, and custom retail packaging for locksmiths and distributors to build brand loyalty
5. OEM Manufacturing: Custom product manufacturing for organizations bringing security products to market, including small batch production with low tooling costs
6. Cylinder Rekeying & Replacement: UCS cylinders sold separately (5-packs keyed alike, keyed different, zero-bitted) and changeable cylinder systems like PAC-KEEPER key control

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Pacific Lock designs, manufactures, and sells commercial and enterprise-grade physical security hardware, including heavy-duty padlocks (shackled and hidden-shackle puck styles), transportation security locks (coupler, hitch pin, container, and roll-up door), military-spec padlocks, hasp locks, and chain security products. The company also offers PAC-BLU, a connected cloud-based smart security platform that extends its physical lock portfolio into managed access and monitoring for commercial buyers.

Product overview

PACLOCK (Pacific Lock Company) is a U.S.-owned and operated family business and America's leading manufacturer of commercial and enterprise security products. The product portfolio spans multiple lock categories including traditional solid and laminated body shackled padlocks (1-, 2-, 3-Series), hidden shackle and hockey puck-style locks (7-, 9-Series puck locks; 81-, 82-Series trailer/container locks), transportation locks (80-Series hitch pins, 77-/88-/79-Series couplers, 84-TDC/WTG roll-up door locks, TL89A refrigerated trailer locks), government/military locks (PL951 high security, GFSP General Field Service, Low Security 95G/100G/100GL), block locks (17-600/850/1100-Series), and hard case locks (445/446/447-Series for Pelican, PACKOUT, YETI). Key enabling technology is the Universal Cylinder System (UCS) enabling 'Every Lock, One Key' across all product types, supplemented by Standard Rekeyable (SR) and High Security Rotating Disc (RD) cylinder technologies. PACLOCK also offers PAC-BLU cloud-based access control as a separate product line, the PAC-KEEPER key control system, chain security products (5/6-Series PUCK/PAC-LINK, hardened steel chain), hasps (PL770/773/774/775/779/810/811), and services including OEM manufacturing, custom branding (Your Logo, Your Locks), and PAC-BAND/PAC-TETHER accessories. The company machines, assembles, and quality tests the majority of its line at its Valencia, California facility using HAAS Automation CNC machines, maintaining 0.003" tolerances. PACLOCK is the only manufacturer producing Buy American Act (BAA) and Trade Agreement Act (TAA) compliant brass, hardened steel, and aluminum body padlocks, and the only certified U.S. manufacturer of all three military padlock grades.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PAC-BLU: Access control brand offering cloud-based access control solutions.
• Every Lock, One Key

Products and services

• Heavy-Duty Commercial Padlocks

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 20,000 unique key combinations vs industry standard of 4-pin cylinders providing only 20-100 combinations
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• KNAACKcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 23 May 2025KNAACK partnered with PACLOCK to launch the first padlock specifically designed for KNAACK jobsite boxes. PACLOCK manufactures dedicated replacement padlocks and cylinders available exclusively through KNAACK or KNAACK distributors. Partnership enables KNAACK customers to upgrade from standard padlocks to purpose-built security.
• Public StoragecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPACLOCK is the exclusive supplier of disc padlocks to Public Storage, having delivered millions of locks with near-zero defect rate and near 100% on-time delivery. This represents PACLOCK's largest commercial customer relationship.
• U.S. MilitarycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPACLOCK is the preferred padlock supplier to the U.S. military and the only manufacturer certified to produce all three military padlock grades: high security (PL951), General Field Service (GFSP), and low security. Delivered millions of padlocks with consistent quality and on-time performance.
• Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGovernment procurement channel for low security military padlocks with various NSN (National Stock Number) configurations available through DLA's Lock Program.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• ASSA ABLOY: ASSA ABLOY is the world's largest lock manufacturer and parent of Medeco, Mul-T-Lock, Abus (partial), and Abloy — competing with PACLOCK on high-security cylinders (RD-Series vs. Medeco M3), institutional key systems (PAC-KEEPER vs. SFIC platforms), and military/government specification padlocks. The breadth of ASSA ABLOY's portfolio makes it the principal competitor PACLOCK benchmarks against in the government and institutional segments.
• Kwikset (Spectrum Brands): Kwikset, owned by Spectrum Brands, is one of the largest residential lock brands in the U.S. While focused primarily on deadbolts and knob/lever sets, Kwikset competes with PACLOCK on cam locks, master key systems, and SmartKey cylinders installed in light commercial and institutional doors.
• Schlage (Allegion): Schlage, the Allegion flagship lock brand, is a broad incumbent in U.S. commercial and institutional locks. While Schlage focuses primarily on door hardware rather than padlocks, it competes with PACLOCK on master keying, institutional key control systems, and CL-Series cam lock installations in commercial facilities.

Direct peers

• Mul-T-Lock (ASSA ABLOY): Mul-T-Lock is a high-security lock specialist owned by ASSA ABLOY, focusing on cylinders, master key systems, and high-security padlocks for commercial and government markets. It overlaps directly with PACLOCK's PL951 high-security line and institutional cylinder/key control offerings.
• Master Lock (Fortune Brands): Master Lock, the brand PACLOCK was founded in 1998 to compete against, is the dominant U.S. consumer and commercial padlock maker. PACLOCK's 1/2/3-Series, hockey puck locks, and military padlocks directly compete with Master Lock's American Lock, Magnum, and ProSeries lines across the same locksmith and industrial distribution channels.
• Medeco (ASSA ABLOY): Medeco is a U.S.-based high-security lock manufacturer owned by ASSA ABLOY. It is PACLOCK's most direct competitor in high-security padlocks (PL951 vs. Medeco's high-security padlocks), restricted keyways for military/arms room applications, and rotating disc cylinder technology. Medeco also competes in the institutional key control segment where PACLOCK's PAC-KEEPER operates.
• Abus: Abus is a German-based padlock and security hardware manufacturer whose rotating disc cylinder technology PACLOCK's RD-Series directly emulates for U.S. production. Abus competes in the same trailer/RV, jobsite, and consumer padlock categories and is a relevant comparison for technical specifications and pricing in the U.S. market.
• CompX Lock (Chicago Lock): CompX Security Products, including Chicago Lock and National Cabinet Lock, is a manufacturer of specialty cabinet, cam, and institutional locks. It is the closest direct competitor in the cam lock (PACLOCK CL30-Series) and institutional cylinder/key control (PAC-KEEPER) categories where PACLOCK sells to OEM manufacturers and institutional users.
• Wilson Bohannan: Wilson Bohannan is an Ohio-based specialty manufacturer of industrial and military padlocks, including trailer king pin locks and hardened steel construction padlocks. It directly competes with PACLOCK's 80-Series hitch pins and trailer locks in the trucking and construction segments.

Emerging players

• CyberLock: CyberLock is an Oregon-based electronic lock and key-control specialist producing audited, key-retaining cylinders for utilities, education, and government. It is the closest emerging player to PAC-BLU's access control ambitions and represents a partial overlap in institutional key control/monitoring that PAC-BLU aims to address.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCF3Ws88iMyhKC0cuGAjQpHQ
• Xx.com/PACLOCK_USA

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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