Is your gate locking out first responders? Fire Department Gate Access The fire department needs immediate access to gated communities when calls for help are received. Walls, gates and fences do a great job of keeping people out but these physical barriers also delay help from first responders during an emergency. There are several devices on the market for unlocking emergency access gates but there is only one system that 10,000 fire departments across the country prefer: the KNOX-BOX ® Rapid Entry System. The system is a complete, UL listed emergency access system operated with a unique master key used only by your fire department. The System provides some very effective tools for rapid entry into condominium complexes, gated communities, apartment buildings and gated compounds. Provide Fire Department Access to Your Property Contact your fire department and ask them about Knox ® Key Switches, Padlocks and Residential Knox-Box key boxes. The fire department must authorize your purchase of these products because they are controlled and operated with the Knox Master Key used by the department. Knox ® Key Switch Knox electric override key switches are generally installed at the vehicle entrance to gated communities and apartment complexes. When the first fire engine arrives, a firefighter uses the Knox Master Key to turn the key switch and open the gate. Knox ® Padlock The Knox Padlock is also operated with the Knox Master Key so it can be used for emergency access at any manual gate entrance. The padlock can also be daisy-chained with a property owner padlock providing access for both parties. Residential Knox-Box ® A Residential Knox-Box is the most versatile rapid entry device for gated communities as well as single-family homes. The small, high security lock box holds 1 or 2 entrance keys and is operated with the Knox Master Key used only by your fire department. There are several options available depending on local requirements. Ask your fire department whether they prefer a Residential Knox-Box with a hinged door or with a lift-off door. The residential box also comes with an over-the-door bracket for emergency medical aid during short-term illness.

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Is your gate locking out first responders?F i r e D e p a r t m e n t G a t e A c c e s s

The fire department needs immediate access to gated communities

when calls for help are received. Walls, gates and fences do a

great job of keeping people out but these physical barriers also

delay help from first responders during an emergency.

There are several devices on the market for unlocking emergency access gates but

there is only one system that 10,000 fire departments across the country prefer: the

KNOX-BOX® Rapid Entry System. The system is a complete, UL listed emergency

access system operated with a unique master key used only by your fire department.

The System provides some very effective tools for rapid entry into condominium

complexes, gated communities, apartment buildings and gated compounds.

Provide Fire Department Access to Your PropertyContact your fire department and ask them about Knox® Key Switches, Padlocks and

Residential Knox-Box key boxes. The fire department must authorize your purchase

of these products because they are controlled and operated with the Knox Master Key

used by the department.

Knox® Key SwitchKnox electric override key switches are generally installed at the vehicle entrance to

gated communities and apartment complexes. When the first fire engine arrives, a

firefighter uses the Knox Master Key to turn the key switch and open the gate.

Knox® PadlockThe Knox Padlock is also operated with the Knox Master Key so it can be used for

emergency access at any manual gate entrance. The padlock can also be daisy-chained

with a property owner padlock providing access for both parties.

Residential Knox-Box®

A Residential Knox-Box is the most versatile rapid entry device for gated communities

as well as single-family homes. The small, high security lock box holds 1 or 2 entrance

keys and is operated with the Knox Master Key used only by your fire department.

There are several options available depending on local requirements. Ask your fire

department whether they prefer a Residential Knox-Box with a hinged door or with

a lift-off door. The residential box also comes with an over-the-door bracket for

emergency medical aid during short-term illness.

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About the Knox CompanySince 1975, Knox has been manufacturing high security key boxes, key vaults, armored cabinets, key switches, padlocks, master key retention devices and locking FDC plugs and caps. This proven rapid entry system reduces response time, property damages and the liability for lost keys. More than 10,000 municipalities, military installations and the communities they serve depend on Knox products and services. © 2008 Knox Company. All rights reserved. MKT-KBBROC-0037-C

Knox Company1601 W. Deer Valley RoadPhoenix, AZ 85027

Tel 800-552-5669Fax 623-687-2299

www.knoxbox.comE-mail: [email protected]

You can help provide fast emergency access

Help provide your fire department with fast emergency access by installing the appropriate Knox® product at locked entry gates. Here are a few examples of where Knox Key Switches, Padlocks and Residential Knox-Box® key boxes can be the most help.

Vehicle Access

Pedestrian Access

Swimming Pool

Clubhouse

Apartment Building

Interior Fire Lane

Manual Security Gate

Industrial Yard

Campus

Community Entrance