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Workshop security equipment covers the padlocks, key safes and key boxes that protect vehicles, tools and premises from unauthorised access. Truckstop Group stocks key safes, heavy-duty padlocks and key storage boxes from established security brands including Master Lock. A key safe is particularly useful for workshops managing multiple sets of vehicle keys or providing controlled access for out-of-hours collections, while padlock security rating should be matched to what's actually being protected. Higher-specification locks with boron-carbide shackles offer meaningfully better resistance to cutting than basic padlocks.

  • MASTERLOCK 51mm Heavy Duty Commercial Padlock - Various Shackle Sizes Available
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    MASTERLOCK 51mm Heavy Duty Commercial Padlock - Various Shackle Sizes Available

    SKU: MSL-M5STS
    • Boron-Carbide 50% Harder Than Hardened Steel
    • Superior Pry Resistance Dual Ball-Bearing Locking
    • Stainless Steel Body Cover for Exceptional Weatherability

    Technical Specification

    • Body Size: 51mm
    £16.95 ex. VAT
    £16.95 ex. VAT

Shop key safes and workshop security equipment at Truckstop Group

A key safe gives controlled access to a set of keys without needing a person on site to hand them over, which is useful for workshops managing out-of-hours vehicle collections, multiple technicians needing access to shared keys, or simply reducing the risk of keys going missing when they're not centrally stored.

Padlocks and key boxes cover the broader security needs of a workshop, from securing a gate or store cupboard to keeping a full set of vehicle or premises keys organised and accessible only to the people who need them. Security rating matters here: a padlock protecting a low-value store cupboard doesn't need the same specification as one securing a gate or high-value tool store.

Boron-carbide shackles and dual ball-bearing locking mechanisms, found on higher-specification padlocks, offer meaningfully better resistance to cutting and picking than basic padlocks, which is worth the extra cost for anything genuinely at risk rather than for low-stakes internal use.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's a key safe used for in a workshop?

A key safe allows controlled access to a set of keys without a person needing to be on site to hand them over, useful for out-of-hours vehicle collections or where multiple technicians need shared access to keys.

Do all padlocks offer the same level of security?

No. Padlock security rating varies significantly, and higher-specification locks with features like boron-carbide shackles and dual ball-bearing locking mechanisms offer meaningfully better resistance to cutting and picking than basic padlocks.

How many keys can a key box hold?

This varies by model, and larger workshops managing multiple vehicles or premises will need a box rated for a higher key capacity than a small operation. Check the stated capacity before buying.

How do I choose the right security equipment for my workshop?

Match the security rating to what's actually being protected, higher-value or higher-risk items justify a higher specification. Call our team if you'd like help choosing.

Do you sell key safes and workshop security equipment near me?

At Truckstop, we offer same-day delivery on all parts in stock placed before 11am to Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Herefordshire and Gloucestershire. For orders to the UK mainland, we offer next-day delivery by courier.