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KA LEO O HAWAII

UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII, HONOLULU, HAWAII
Wed., Nov. 20, 1985

Magnetism opens new doors
Dorm locks changed for security
by Cordon Y.K. Pang
contributing
writer


If you have noticed objects that look like dog tags dangling on the key chains of UH dorm residents, it doesn't necessarily mean that they've joined the Army.

The objects are keys to the new lock system being installed in selected dorms.

According to Physical Plant Officer Janice Nakashima, the new locks, patented by CorKey Control System, are the result of a search to provide better security for dorm residents.


One of the new dorm locks.

The new locks are opened by slipping the key into the slot at the top of the knob and turning.

"It will only open if the right magnetic code matches up to the lock itself," Nakashima said.

The locks can't be picked, and the keys have no identifying marks to show that they belong to specific dorms or rooms.

The locks, which cost $86,451.52, are being installed in Hale K-ahawai, Hale Laulima, Gateway House, Hale Wainani Tower and the entryways to the Hale Aloha complex. Completion of the project is expected by Christmas break, Nakashima said.

Eventually, all dorms on campus will have the new locks.

Dave Alberta, Hale Wainani area coordinator said the new locks have several advantages. They are harder to duplicate, he said. "You can't just go to a locksmith and get the key copied." Alberta also said that if a key were lost, the lock would not have to be changed. Just the combination of the lock, thus making it a more efficient process.



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