Locking Systems International

What Locking Systems International does

Locking Systems International Inc. is a US-based manufacturer and distributor of mechanical and electronic locking solutions, headquartered in Orlando, Florida at 4501 Parkway Commerce BLVD. Founded in 1994 and operating as a subsidiary within the RA-Lock Group, the company offers an integrated portfolio of cam locks, padlocks, switch locks, electronic access control systems, specialty locks, lockable key rings, asset vaults, and key management cabinets. It maintains exclusive distribution relationships with high-security brands held within the RA-Lock ecosystem, including Cobra Lock (its own patented product line), Medeco, Abloy, and Sargent & Greenleaf, alongside proprietary patented designs such as the Cobra C3 sidebar lock (250M+ key combinations) and the Cobra 7-Pin tubular switch lock (800K+ combinations with anti-drill protection). The company also produces sector-specific kits for Gilbarco and Dresser Wayne fuel dispensers, car wash plug locks, vending locks compatible with the NAMA T-handle standard, and electronic systems such as Medeco XT, Medeco M3 and X4 CLIQ, Abloy PROTEC2 CLIQ, and Cobra BLE Bluetooth access control.

The business operates three distinct go-to-market motions. Enterprise field sales targets OEMs, facilities, utilities, logistics, gaming operators, and key management customers with consultative custom security design and engineering services, supported by a direct sales team and quote-based pricing for national accounts. OEM embedded partnerships integrate Locking Systems products directly into customer manufacturing lines across fuel dispensers, vending machines, medical carts, electrical panels, payment kiosks, safes, traffic boxes, and other enclosures. Direct-to-consumer e-commerce through LSiDepot.com transacts standard cam locks, padlocks, hardware accessories, and specialty locks with unit-based pricing. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time hardware product sales, with secondary revenue from custom security design and engineering services, installation and field services, and managed services for electronic key management system upgrades and centralized credentialing platforms (GFMS software for asset vaults).

Customer segmentation is organized by vertical rather than by company size, with three primary segments (OEM manufacturers, facilities management, utilities infrastructure) and three secondary segments (logistics and transportation, gaming and hospitality, key management as a use-case segment). Pricing is predominantly quote-based for custom OEM and enterprise deployments, while standard products transact through the LSiDepot.com storefront at unit prices, with hardware and protection accessories (Wonder Washers, Mounting Clips, Anchor Plates, Dust Covers, O-Rings) sold as installed components. The company maintains a lean headcount of 11-50 employees operating under President Jason Faulconer, benefiting from the manufacturing, distribution, and service network of the parent RA-Lock Group while retaining focused commercial specialization in high-security locking solutions.

Name

Locking Systems International

Legal name

Locking Systems International Inc.

Website

https://lockingsystems.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Locking Systems International is an Orlando-based manufacturer and distributor of mechanical and electronic locking solutions, serving OEM manufacturers, facilities, utilities, logistics, gaming, and key management customers through custom design engineering, OEM embedded integration, and direct e-commerce.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Locks and Access Control Hardware

NAICS

Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), General Industrial Machinery & Equipment, Nec (3569)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Key Management, Duplication & Locksmith Services (HSAHAEAD), Smart Locks & Access Control Retail (CRACAGAD), Security Seals & Locking Devices (Cable Seals, Padlock Seals, Meter Seals) (IMALANAG)

Keywords

• Commercial locking hardware
• Electronic access control
• High-security padlocks
• OEM lock integration
• Key management systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Orlando

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Primary revenue stream from selling physical locking products including cam locks, padlocks, switch locks, specialty locks, electronic locks, and related hardware accessories. Products sold through e-commerce, direct sales, and OEM integration.
2. Custom Security Design & Engineering Services: Consultative services for designing customized locking systems tailored to specific customer applications and requirements. Includes technical expertise and solution design for complex security needs.
3. Installation & Field Services: Implementation and installation services for locking systems and access control solutions, supporting nationwide rollouts and single-site projects from design through deployment.
4. Key Management & Access Control Solutions: Advanced key management systems including electronic key cabinets, asset vaults, and access control solutions providing recurring revenue potential through system upgrades and expanded deployments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Locking Systems International manufactures and distributes mechanical and electronic locking solutions, including cam locks, padlocks, switch locks, electronic access control systems, and specialty security hardware. The company supplies OEM manufacturers with embedded lock components and provides facilities, utilities, logistics, and gaming operators with high-security key management and access control systems, distributing partner brands Cobra Lock, Medeco, Abloy, and Sargent & Greenleaf. Custom design, engineering, installation, and managed key control services round out the offering.

Product overview

Locking Systems International is a comprehensive security solutions provider offering a unified portfolio of mechanical and electronic locking products. The core offering spans Cam Locks, Padlocks, Switch Locks, Electronic Locks, Specialty Locks, Lockable Key Rings, and Asset Vaults/Key Control systems. The company also provides sector-specific solutions including Gas Pump Lock Kits and Car Wash Security. Electronic access control is delivered through products like Medeco XT and Medeco M3 CLIQ, Abloy PROTEC2 CLIQ, and Cobra BLE. Hardware accessories (Wonder Washers, Mounting Clips, Anchor Plates) and protection products (Dust Covers, O-Rings) complement the core locking systems. The company distributes partner brands including Cobra Lock, Medeco, Abloy, and Sargent & Greenleaf, and operates as part of the RA-Lock Group of security-focused companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Locking Systems®: Comprehensive portfolio of proprietary products including cam locks, key management systems, and specialty security solutions designed to integrate seamlessly with leading brands.

Products and services

• Cam Locks
• Padlocks
• Switch Locks
• Electronic Locks
• Specialty Locks
• Lockable Key Rings
• Asset Vaults & Key Control
• Car Wash Security
• Gas Pump Lock Kits
• Vending Locks
• Gas Pump Hasps

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 250 million key code combinations available for Cobra C3 locks preventing unauthorized key duplication
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• RA-Lock GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocking Systems is a member of the RA-Lock Group, a unified platform of security-focused brands delivering comprehensive locking, access control, and asset protection solutions. Through this partnership, Locking Systems gains access to a network of manufacturers, distributors, and service providers that work together to deliver integrated security solutions across industries. The connection allows expanded product lines, deeper technical expertise, and broader range of solutions tailored to evolving customer needs.
• Cobra Lock®flagshipTechnology or IntegrationCobra Lock® delivers innovative, high-security locking solutions designed for OEM, vending, and specialty applications. Known for patented designs and user-friendly features, Cobra products offer strong protection with flexible configurations including the Cobra C3, Cobra 7, and Cobra BLE electronic locks.
• Medeco®flagshipTechnology or IntegrationMedeco® is a global leader in high-security locking systems, offering advanced key control and patented cylinder technology. Their solutions provide superior protection against picking, drilling, and unauthorized key duplication, including Medeco XT Intelligent Key System and Medeco M³ & X4 CLIQ hybrid systems.
• Abloy®flagshipTechnology or IntegrationAbloy® is recognized worldwide for its unique disc locking technology and exceptional durability. Designed for harsh environments, Abloy products deliver maximum resistance to physical attack and long-term reliability. Includes Abloy PROTEC2 CLIQ™ electronic locking system with smartphone-based access control.
• Sargent & Greenleaf®coreTechnology or IntegrationSargent & Greenleaf® specializes in high-security locking solutions for safes, vaults, and equipment enclosures. Their products are known for precision engineering, reliability, and strong access control capabilities, including cabinet locks and electronic locking systems.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ASSA ABLOY: Global leader in locks and access solutions; owns the Medeco and Abloy brands that LSI distributes. Comparable as the dominant incumbent across mechanical, electronic, and OEM lock categories LSI serves.
• dormakaba: Swiss-listed global provider of access control, door hardware, and key systems. Comparable as a broad incumbent competing across the same OEM, facility, and electronic access control verticals as LSI.

Direct peers

• Southco: Manufacturer of engineered access hardware — latches, locks, hinges, and electronic access solutions — sold heavily into OEM equipment manufacturers. Closely comparable to LSI's OEM-embedded motion across industrial equipment, medical, and enclosure applications.
• Master Lock Company: Master Lock is a leading US-based manufacturer and distributor of padlocks, combination locks, and security hardware sold through retail, commercial, and OEM channels — directly comparable to LSI's Cobra, Abloy, and Medeco padlock portfolio and e-commerce distribution model.
• Medeco High Security Locks: Flagship high-security lock brand (ASSA ABLOY) that LSI distributes; offers XT intelligent key and M³ CLIQ systems directly comparable to LSI's electronic lock portfolio.
• Sargent & Greenleaf: High-security lock manufacturer for safes, vaults, and equipment enclosures; partner brand LSI distributes. Comparable product portfolio and target verticals (gaming, government, cash handling).
• Mul-T-Lock: High-security locking solutions manufacturer (an ASSA ABLOY brand) with patented MT5+ and Interactive+ platforms. Comparable to LSI's Cobra, Medeco, and Abloy high-security offerings for OEM and commercial security applications.
• CompX International: Specialty manufacturer of high-security cabinet locks, including the National Cabinet Lock and Timberline Lock brands serving OEM vending, gaming, and industrial customers — a near-direct overlap with LSI's core cam lock and vending security portfolio.
• Illinois Lock Company: US manufacturer of custom cam locks, cabinet locks, and specialty locks for OEM customers in vending, medical, and industrial equipment. Comparable scale and OEM focus to LSI.

Emerging players

• CDVI: Access control manufacturer specializing in electronic locks, wireless credentials, and door controllers. Comparable to LSI's Cobra BLE and Medeco XT electronic access product line as a focused, smaller-scale competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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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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