Security hardware with core pulling protection: what does SKG mean?

What is security hardware with core pulling protection?

Security hardware protects a door's lock and cylinder against various forms of burglary. With core pulling protection, the cylinder is extra shielded by the hardware. This makes it harder to grip and pull the cylinder out of the lock. This is important because core pulling is a method where burglars try to remove the cylinder to open the door.

What do the SKG stars mean?

The SKG quality mark indicates the extent to which a product offers protection against burglary. You can recognize SKG hardware by one, two, or three stars. The more stars, the higher the tested burglar resistance. For security hardware with core pulling protection, SKG 3 stars is often chosen.

What should you pay attention to?

When choosing security hardware, don't just look at the number of SKG stars. Also check if the hardware is suitable for your door and pay attention to the correct PC dimension, door thickness, and cylinder. The different components must fit together properly for the security to work optimally.

With existing door hardware, check whether the cylinder is sufficiently shielded. When replacing, security hardware with core pulling protection is a simple way to provide extra protection for the cylinder.