The Master Lock Company Empowers Parents & Students To Protect What Matters Most This Back-To-School Season

MILWAUKEE, July 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The start of the school year marks exciting new chapters in life – but it can also be a stressful time for parents and students with expensive new gadgets to safeguard, new living situations for college students and changes to routines for families to juggle. This back-to-school season, The Master Lock Company, a global leader in innovative security products, offers state-of-the-art and trusted security solutions to protect what matters most, no matter what stage in life you're in.

"The busy lifestyles of students are constantly changing but one thing remains true: they can rely on The Master Lock Company to secure what matters most," said Cris Smyczek, senior product manager at The Master Lock Company. "As we head into this school year, parents with school-age children and college students alike can have peace of mind knowing their prized and irreplaceable possessions are secure through our easy-to-use, reliable security solutions."

The Master Lock Company remains committed to developing products with the latest technology to meet evolving student demands and preferences, such as designing padlocks and lock boxes with Bluetooth^® technology for convenient access via smartphones. Parents and students of all ages can count on The Master Lock Company for trusted security solutions that protect valuables on campus, at home or on the go.

Following are recommended security solutions designed to simplify security for parents and students this school year:

SECURITY SOLUTIONS FOR K-12:

• Master Lock^® Magnification Combination Padlock: The new Master Lock Magnification Combination Padlock features a larger, easier-to-read dial that simplifies locker access. The optical grade 360-degree magnification lens and larger font size allows for quick locker access in between class while the unique magnification lens obscures combinations from nearby onlookers to ensure students' belongings are safe from intruders.
• Master Lock Indoor Bluetooth Padlock: Master Lock's Edison Award™-winning Indoor Bluetooth Padlock offers students a new way to unlock their gym or hall locker. Through a free, easy-to-use smartphone app, students can use their Bluetooth-enabled device as their very own key, eliminating the hassle of a forgotten combination.
• Master Lock Bluetooth Lock Boxes: With the Master Lock Bluetooth Lock Boxes, parents can securely ensure their children can enter the home after school – even if they forget their keys. By using the latest Bluetooth technology, students can use their smartphones to access spare keys and parents can remotely monitor lock box access to confirm their children arrived home safely.

SECURITY FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS:

• SentrySafe^® Digital Security Safe: The SentrySafe Digital Security Safe is a space saving safe for college students storing precious valuables and electronics. Large enough to fit most laptops, the Digital Security Safe offers power cord access to keep your electronics secure even while they are plugged in. 
• Master Lock Door Security Bar: College students moving into dorms or off-campus residences can utilize the Master Lock Door Security Bar for an extra layer of security. The dual function, adjustable door security bar resists forced entry through entry doors and sliding patio doors offering simple security.
• Master Lock TSA Luggage Locks: College students traveling home on breaks can secure their valuables with a Master Lock TSA Luggage Lock, which provides a convenient way for TSA screeners to easily inspect baggage and relock – without cutting the lock. The easy-to-use luggage lock offers a unique flexible cable that resists abuse from airport conveyors and an easy to set & reset numeric combination for easy access.

ON-THE-GO SECURITY:

• Master Lock Portable Safe: The Master Lock Portable Safe is the ultimate portable solution for students on the go. The reliable portable safe includes a cable to wrap securely around a fixed object or use as a carrying handle, giving users peace of mind knowing that their small valuables – such as cell phones, cameras, cash, credit cards and keys – are well protected wherever they go.
• Master Lock Cable Bike Locks: For students biking to school, the Master Lock Cable Bike Lock provides a simple way for students to secure their bike during class hours. The cable bike lock features braided steel for maximum strength and flexibility while a vinyl coating protects against scratches. The three-pack set is available in bright colors (red, blue and green) for simplified identification and each lock can be opened with the same key.

Parents and students can visit Master Lock and SentrySafe pages on Amazon for the latest deals and savings. For more information on The Master Lock Company's back-to-school security solutions, visit masterlock.com/back-to-school.

About The Master Lock Company
The Master Lock Company is recognized around the world as the authentic, enduring name in padlocks and security products. The Master Lock Company offers a broad range of innovative security and safety solutions for consumer, commercial, and industrial end-users. The Master Lock Company LLC is an operating unit of Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc., a leading consumer brands company. Headquartered in Deerfield, Ill., Fortune Brands Home & Security Inc. (NYSE: FBHS), is included in the S&P 500 Index. For more information about Master Lock visit www.masterlock.com.

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