What Alarm Lock Systems, Inc does

Alarm Lock Systems, Inc., founded in 1984 and headquartered in Amityville, New York, is a wholly-owned division of NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: NSSC). The company designs, manufactures, and markets electronic keyless access control locks and egress solutions for education (K-12 schools, colleges, universities), healthcare, retail, government, transportation, and multi-use commercial end markets. Its product portfolio centers on the Trilogy family of standalone electronic locks (cylindrical, mortise, narrow stile, double-sided, and exit-trim form factors in PIN, PIN/Prox, and Prox-only variants), the Networx wireless networked line that communicates via Ethernet or 802.11B/G with up to 2,000 locks per account and 5,000 users per lock, the ArchiTech designer wireless series with the iLock mobile credential app, the SIRENLOCK line of UL Listed exit alarm deadbolts, and the E-Access embedded access control platform. Technology differentiators include Grade 1 durability, weatherproof operation from -31°F to 151°F, 5+ year battery life on 4 C-cell power, 900MHz bidirectional wireless with up to 900-foot range, audit trail logging up to 40,000 events, and certified integrations with the three dominant enterprise access control platforms: Lenel OnGuard, Software House CCure, and Continental Access CA4K. The newest additions are the 2024 MVP EZ cloud-based mobile app for remote lock management via QR code enrollment and the 2023 Trilogy Touch EZ-Touch illuminating keypad, both designed to extend the platform into SMB and mid-market recurring-revenue use cases.

The company generates revenue through a hybrid model: one-time hardware sales of Trilogy and Networx locks distributed exclusively through independent security and locking distributors, contract hardware suppliers, and the Pro Dealer Group in the US, with international distributors in Canada, the UK, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Italy; an emerging per-door monthly recurring revenue stream from MVP EZ cloud-managed services and SMS alerts; and quote-based enterprise software integration for large Networx deployments. Free DL-Windows scheduling and database software is included with hardware, while premium enterprise platforms (Continental Access CA4K, Lenel OnGuard, Software House) carry separate licensing. Go-to-market is channel-led through locksmiths, security integrators, and contract hardware professionals, supported by a regional sales management structure with Eastern and Western Directors of Sales, Business Development Managers, and a dedicated National Training Manager for K-12 — augmented by online webinars, field training classes, and a YouTube training library. In 2025, Alarm Lock was consolidated into the newly formed Napco Access division, bundling its electronic locks with Marks USA mechanical hardware and Napco Access Pro enterprise controllers under a single brand.

Manufacturing is performed at NAPCO's ISO9002-compliant facilities in New York and the Caribbean. Alarm Lock has 11-50 employees and operates as a lean product, engineering, and channel-marketing unit within NAPCO rather than as a standalone P&L; standalone revenue and profitability are not separately disclosed in the source material. The company holds registered trademarks for Trilogy, Networx, SIRENLOCK, LocDown, MVP EZ, and GermAway, and its products carry UL Listings (including UL294 for access control) and Miami-Dade County product control approval for relevant lines.

Name

Alarm Lock Systems, Inc

Legal name

Alarm Lock Systems, Inc.

Website

https://alarmlock.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Alarm Lock Systems, a division of NAPCO Security Technologies, manufactures electronic keyless access control locks including Trilogy standalone and Networx wireless networked models for education, healthcare, retail, government, and transportation end markets, sold through security distributors with an emerging per-door cloud subscription offering.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electronic Access Control Hardware

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Security Systems Services (56162), Locksmiths (561622)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Access Control & Smart Locks (Managed/Monitored) (HSAHAAAG), Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI), Alarm Systems & Monitoring Kits Retail (CRAIAMAG)

Keywords

• Electronic access control
• Keyless door locks
• Wireless networked locks
• School lockdown solutions
• Exit alarm devices

Headquarters

HQ city

Amityville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Electronic Access Control Hardware: Sale of Trilogy standalone locks and Networx wireless networked locks, including cylindrical, mortise, narrow stile, exit device trims, keypads, and accessories. Products are sold through independent security and locking distributors to security professionals and locksmiths.
2. MVP EZ Recurring Cloud Services: Monthly recurring revenue from MVP EZ cloud-based lock management services. Provides per-door flat-rate pricing for remotely managed access control, including SMS alerts and lockdown options. Designed to create new revenue streams for locksmiths.
3. Enterprise Software Licenses: Optional enterprise software platforms for larger Networx installations. Free DL-WINDOWS software available for standard deployments; premium enterprise platforms available for advanced integrations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Alarm Lock Systems designs, manufactures, and sells electronic keyless access control locks and egress solutions, including the Trilogy standalone lock line, the Networx wireless networked lock family, ArchiTech designer locks, SIRENLOCK exit alarms, and the MVP EZ cloud-based lock management app. Products are sold exclusively through independent security distributors, contract hardware suppliers, and a Pro Dealer Group serving locksmiths, security integrators, and institutional end users in education, healthcare, retail, transportation, and government. The company also offers subscription-based cloud services (MVP EZ) and free DL-Windows scheduling software to enable recurring service revenue for its channel partners.

Product overview

Alarm Lock Systems, Inc is a division of NAPCO Security Technologies specializing in electronic access control solutions. The company offers two primary product lines: the Trilogy standalone electronic keyless locks and the Networx wireless networked locks. Trilogy locks are field-proven standalone devices available in cylindrical (DL2700, DL3200, DL2700LD), mortise (DL3500, DL4500), narrow stile (DL1200, DL1300), and exit trim configurations, with PIN code only, PIN/Prox, and Prox-only variants. Networx is the wireless networked version of Trilogy locks communicating via Ethernet/802.11B/G, including DL6100/PDL6100 cylindrical and DL6500/PDL6500 mortise models. Both lines support HID proximity credentials and integrate with enterprise platforms including Continental Access CA4K, Lenel OnGuard, and Software House. The product portfolio is complemented by the MVP EZ App for cloud-based mobile management, DL-Windows free scheduling and database software, ArchiTech designer locks for architectural applications, SIRENLOCK exit alarms, and the E-Access embedded access control platform. Products serve education, healthcare, retail, government, and transportation sectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Trilogy: Field-proven standalone electronic keyless access locks offering PIN-code, Prox, or multi-technology credentialing
• Networx
• ArchiTech
• MVP Access
• MVP EZ
• iLock App
• Air Access
• LocDown
• MVP EZ App

Products and services

• Trilogy Standalone Electronic Keyless Locks Standalone electronic keyless access locks offering PIN-code, HID Prox, or multi-technology credentialing for commercial, healthcare, education, retail, and industrial applications. Available in cylindrical, mortise, narrow stile, and exit trim configurations.
• Networx Wireless Networked Locks Wireless networked Trilogy access locks communicating via Ethernet or 802.11B/G for networked access control without door-to-door programming. Supports global lockdown/unlock, real-time audit trails, and integration with enterprise platforms.
• DL2700 Cylindrical PIN Lock Standalone digital cylindrical keyless door lock supporting up to 100 3-6 digit codes, with 5AA battery operation, 5-year battery life, weatherproof construction from -31 to 151°F, and Grade 1 durability.
• PDL3000 Cylindrical PIN/Prox Lock PIN/Prox cylindrical high security lock supporting 2,000 user codes with HID prox card and keyfob acceptance, 40,000 event audit trail, 150 scheduled events, and PC programming.
• PL3000 Cylindrical Prox Only Lock Keypad-less cylindrical Prox-only lock for vandal resistance in harsh environments. Accepts HID prox cards and keyfobs with 40,000 event audit trail and 150 scheduled events.
• DL4100 Privacy Cylindrical Lock Privacy cylindrical lock with pushbutton lockout for temporarily disabling keypad codes, supporting 2,000 PIN or PIN/Prox user codes, 500 scheduled events, and an LED occupancy indicator.
• DL2700LD School Lockdown Lock Standalone lockdown lock with indicator light bar and keyfob activation, supporting up to 50 keyfobs per lock with 100-foot range for remote lockdown activation. Designed for K-12 campus applications.
• DL3500 Mortise PIN Lock High security mortise lock with 300 user codes, real-time clock for 500 scheduled events, and 40,000 event audit trail. Available in classroom or deadbolt versions with field-reversible handing.
• PDL3500 Mortise PIN/Prox Lock Mortise lock with built-in HID prox reader supporting 2,000 user codes and HID prox cards/fobs, with easy tap-and-add batch enrollment.
• PL3500 Mortise Prox Only Lock Keypad-less mortise lock with ultra-vandal-proof prox reader, supporting 2,000 users with HID Prox ID cards, prox keyfobs, or tags, and weatherproof operation from -31 to 151°F.
• DL1200/DL1300 Narrow Stile Locks Keyless PIN code access narrow stile locks for glass doors with Adams Rite latch series. DL1200 supports 100 users; DL1300 supports 2,000 users with PC programming, audit trail, and 500 event schedules.
• DL/PDL1300ET Narrow Stile Exit Trim Exit device trim adding vandal-resistant keyless access to panic exit doors, supporting 100-2,000 users with PIN codes and/or prox ID cards. Works with Jackson, Von Duprin, Dorma, Arrow, and other panic devices.
• DL5200/DL5300 Double-Sided Locks Double-sided keypad locks for two-sided keyless entry. DL5200 supports 100 users; DL5300 supports 2,000 users with audit trail, direction-specific access, and HID Prox capability on PDL models.
• DL6100/PDL6100 Networx Cylindrical Lock Wireless networked cylindrical lock communicating via Ethernet or 802.11B/G, supporting 5,000 users, 5-year+ battery life, and global lockdown in under 10 seconds. PDL models include built-in HID prox reader.
• DL6500 Networx Mortise Lock Wireless networked mortise lock with up to 5,000 PIN code users, communicating wirelessly via gateways with battery life exceeding 5 years.
• PDL6500 Networx Mortise PIN/Prox Lock Wireless networked mortise lock with HID prox reader supporting 5,000 users, network-wide emergency lockdown, and real-time access control via Ethernet or 802.11B/G.
• Networx Exit/Prox Trilogy Exit Lock Keyless wireless lock for panic exit mortise locks from major manufacturers, with 2,000 user codes, 40,000 event audit trail, and 500 lock/unlock schedules. Available in PIN only, PIN/Prox, and Prox-only models.
• Networx Keypads with NetPanel Controller Wireless keypads with NetPanel 2-door access controller supporting bidirectional 802.11/ethernet communication, global lockdown, 35K event log, and request-to-exit functionality.
• P/DL1300NW Networx Narrow Stile Lock Wireless narrow stile lock trim for Adams Rite latch applications, supporting up to 5,000 users, remote keyfob support, and emergency global lockdown. Weatherproof from -31 to 151°F.
• MVP EZ App and Cloud Services Cloud-based smartphone app and monthly subscription service enabling remote management of Trilogy Networx locks, gateways, and panels. Allows QR code enrollment, user management, scheduling, and instant lockdown/unlock, designed for locksmiths to offer recurring monthly services.
• MVP Access Cloud Platform Enterprise-scale cloud-hosted platform for integrated access control across Alarm Lock Trilogy Networx, ArchiTech Designer Locks, and Continental Enterprise Controllers, providing a seamless upgrade path from MVP EZ.
• DL-Windows Software Windows-based software for creating programming, managers, users, and schedules for Trilogy locks, enabling audit trail retrieval and lock programming. Available as a free download.
• ArchiTech Networx Series Designer Locks Designer wireless access locks featuring hundreds of customizable trims, finishes, and readers, with iLock mobile app support. Grade 1 advanced network locks for architecturally elegant access solutions.
• SIRENLOCK Exit Alarms UL Listed panic alarm deadbolt devices restricting unauthorized exit door use while providing instant egress. Models 250, 260, 700, 710 with 95dB alarms, and 715 delayed egress with 15-second delay.
• PG21/PG30 Door Alarms Surface-mount narrow stile door alarms with 95dB alarm. PG21 features key-activated arming; PG30 adds digital keypad control with multiple security levels and programmable siren styles.
• E-Access Embedded Access Control Platform Self-contained embedded access control platform for 1-128 doors, scalable to 512 doors. Web-browser-managed with no software installation. Includes 1-, 2-, and 4-door expandable controllers with NFC, Prox, BLE, and Mifare reader support.
• Trilogy Touch Backlit TL-Series Locks Standalone and Networx digital cylindrical locks with an illuminating touch panel that brightens on touch and goes dark after use. Same operation, programming, and functions as standard Trilogy/Networx models, with Miami Dade County Product Control approval.

Quantifiable outcome

• Advanced access control at less than half the price of wired systems
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Continental Access CA4KcoreTechnology or IntegrationNetworx locks integrate with Continental Access CA4K enterprise access control platform, enabling real-time access control, door monitoring, and system management through CA4K software.
• Lenel OpenAccess AlliancecoreTechnology or IntegrationNetworx locks are certified and integrate with Lenel OnGuard access control platform, providing seamless integration for enterprise security deployments.
• Software House Connected Partner ProgramcoreTechnology or IntegrationTrilogy Networx and ArchiTech locks integrate with Software House security platforms, enabling real-time interface options for enterprise access control.
• AirAccesscoreTechnology or IntegrationAirAccess is a cellular access control system (ACaaS) that works with Networx locks, providing cloud-based cellular connectivity for remotely managed access control.
• Napco AccesscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNapco Access is a new unified division of NAPCO Security Technologies combining Alarm Lock, Marks USA, and Napco Access Pro for integrated access control solutions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• Allegion (Schlage): Allegion, parent of Schlage, is one of the largest manufacturers of electronic and mechanical locks including the Schlage AD/CO and NDE/LE series wireless locks directly comparable to Alarm Lock's Trilogy and Networx lines. Same channel-driven model into locksmiths, contract hardware, and security integrators across education, healthcare, and commercial verticals.
• Salto Systems: Salto Systems is a direct competitor in battery-powered electronic locks with a strong footprint in education, healthcare, and hospitality, offering the Salto KS cloud platform and Salto Neo cylinder/lock families that closely parallel Alarm Lock's Trilogy/Networx and MVP EZ offerings.
• Identiv: Identiv offers physical access control solutions including Hirsch/Entercept controllers and Velocity vision, with electronic locks and credentialing that overlap Alarm Lock's enterprise platform integrations. Comparable channel motion into security integrators and enterprise facilities.
• Aiphone: Aiphone is a leading intercom and access control manufacturer with strong K-12 and multi-tenant penetration, including IP intercoms and entry systems that compete with Alarm Lock's networked Networx and ArchiTech lines on door entry.

Broad incumbents

• ASSA ABLOY / HID Global: ASSA ABLOY owns HID Global and a portfolio of electronic access control brands (HID, ASSA ABLOY, Securitron, Adams Rite) covering the same card/PIN/mobile credential categories as Alarm Lock, including narrow-stile locks that compete with Alarm Lock's DL1200/DL1300 series. Massive scale and OEM partnerships put it as the broad incumbent that Alarm Lock channels compete against.
• dormakaba: dormakaba manufactures electronic locks, access controllers, and enterprise access software (Exos, Ambri) with strong education and healthcare penetration. Overlaps with Alarm Lock on mortise/cylindrical electronic locks and on enterprise integrations that compete with Lenel/Software House alliance.

Emerging players

• Brivo: Brivo is a cloud-native access control platform that, like Alarm Lock's MVP EZ/MVP Access, sells subscriptions for managed access control. Competes most directly with Alarm Lock's growing SaaS arm rather than its lock hardware, and is the leading pure-SaaS challenger in the SMB and mid-market Alarm Lock targets.
• Kisi: Kisi provides cloud-based access control with mobile credentials and integrations, competing head-to-head with MVP EZ in SMB and mid-market deployments where Alarm Lock's distributor-driven model overlaps with Kisi's direct cloud GTM.
• PDK (ProdataKey): PDK is a cloud-managed access control platform competing with MVP Access and Brivo, targeting commercial integrators with a similar channel motion to Alarm Lock's Pro Dealer Group.
• Princeton Identity: Princeton Identity (formerly Iris ID adjacent) provides biometric and identity solutions integrated with HID and other platforms, complementing Alarm Lock's PIN/Prox credential portfolio with emerging biometric use cases for education, healthcare, and government segments.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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