Commercial Door Hardware
Von Duprin Locksmith in Salt Lake City, UT
A Von Duprin locksmith can help with exit devices, related locks and keys at your location. We’re a mobile locksmith open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for rekeying, repair, replacement and installation.
- Mobile service at your door
- Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Exit-device repair and installation
- Rekeying and key help
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How Von Duprin Exit Devices Work on Commercial Doors
Von Duprin is a commercial door hardware brand best known for exit devices, often called panic bars or crash bars. These devices let people open a door by pressing a bar or touchpad from the inside, while the outside trim and locking components can control entry. You’ll commonly find this hardware on commercial and institutional doors where dependable exit access matters.
A Von Duprin device is part of a door system, not always a standalone lock. The door, frame, latch, trim, cylinder and any access-control equipment can all affect how it operates. We can assess the hardware at your location and help with the relevant locksmith work. If you need a cylinder changed so old keys no longer work, ask us about lock rekeying.
Von Duprin Exit Device Types You May Have
Rim exit devices
A rim device mounts on the door’s surface and latches at the frame. Its visible push bar or touchpad is a familiar setup on commercial exit doors.
Mortise exit devices
This style works with a mortise lock installed within the door. The device and lock need to work together for the door to latch and open as intended.
Surface vertical rod devices
These devices use rods mounted on the door surface to engage at the top and, on some configurations, the bottom. Door alignment and the condition of the rods and latches can affect operation.
Concealed vertical rod devices
With this type, the rods are routed inside the door rather than mounted on its face. Diagnosis may involve checking the device and the door’s alignment and latching points.
Electrified exit devices
Some exit-device setups include electrical functions for controlled entry or connection to access-control equipment. The existing door hardware and system determine which service or setup is appropriate.
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Von Duprin Locksmith Service for Your Exit Device and Door
- Repair an exit device — We can inspect a device that sticks, fails to latch or is difficult to operate and work on the hardware that needs attention.
- Rekey related cylinders — If your door has a keyed cylinder, rekeying can change which key operates it without replacing the entire exit device. We’ll look at the cylinder and trim configuration.
- Replace worn or unsuitable hardware — When repair is not the right fit, we can discuss replacing the relevant lock or exit-device components for the door.
- Install door hardware — We provide locksmith installation for Von Duprin hardware and related door components. The door and existing hardware affect what can be installed.
- Help with keys and lockouts — We can assist with keys for compatible keyed components and lockout situations involving the door’s locking hardware.
- Review smart or electronic access setup — If you want smart or controlled access, we can review the existing exit device, trim and door setup to determine the locksmith work involved.
Repair, Rekey or Replace Your Von Duprin Hardware?
Repair the device when a part or adjustment is the issue
Repair may fit when the exit device is present but sticking, loose or not latching properly. We assess the device and door together, since alignment or related hardware can affect performance.
Rekey when you need different keys
Rekeying may be the right choice when the keyed cylinder works but you want it to operate with a new key. It changes the cylinder’s keying; it does not replace or repair the exit device itself.
Replace when the existing hardware is not a good fit for repair
Replacement may make sense when the device or related components are damaged or no longer suit the door. We can review the door, hardware and intended use before discussing the appropriate work.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you repair a Von Duprin exit device in Salt Lake City, or does it need replacement?
We can assess the exit device and the door to identify whether repair or replacement is the better fit. A device that sticks or fails to latch may need attention to its parts, alignment or related hardware, so we check the setup rather than assume the whole device must be replaced.
Can you rekey a Von Duprin lock without replacing the exit device?
Yes, when the door has a compatible keyed cylinder, we can rekey that cylinder without replacing the exit device. Rekeying changes which key operates the cylinder; it does not fix a mechanical problem with the push bar or latch.
Can you make several Von Duprin doors work with one key?
We can assess the keyed cylinders on the doors and determine whether they can be rekeyed to work with one key. The cylinders and door hardware need to be compatible with that arrangement, so we review the existing setup first.
What should I do if my Von Duprin key sticks or will not turn?
Don’t force the key, since that can make a key or cylinder problem worse. We can inspect the key, cylinder and related door hardware at your Salt Lake City location to determine whether the issue calls for repair, rekeying or replacement.
Can you install Von Duprin hardware on my existing door?
We can review your existing door and discuss installing suitable Von Duprin hardware. The door’s construction, frame, current hardware and the device type all matter, so we assess those details before deciding what installation involves.
Get Help With Your Von Duprin Door
Call (385) 853-5247 to discuss your exit device, keys or related lock. We’re mobile and open 24/7.