What is a fire brigade lock?

A lock or padlock keyed to a standard fire-service pattern (FB1 to FB4) so the emergency services can access gates, risers and utility points.

Where are they required?

On access points that the fire and emergency services must be able to open, such as dry risers, communal gates and utility enclosures.

What types are available?

Padlocks, cam locks and related accessories in the standard fire brigade key patterns.

ZFB - Fire Brigade Locks and Accessories

Fire Brigade (FB) Locks and Padlocks for Access Points

The Zoo ZFB range offers fire brigade locks and accessories, keyed to the standard FB fire-service pattern for gates, risers, meter boxes and secure access points. Part of the Zoo locks and latches range.

Standard Fire Brigade Keying

Fire brigade locks and padlocks use the recognised FB1 to FB4 key patterns so the fire and emergency services can access gates, dry risers, meter cupboards and utility points. Supplied as padlocks, cam locks and accessories.

Where They Are Used

Common on communal buildings, car parks, utility enclosures and site access points that must be reachable by the emergency services. See the wider Zoo locks and latches range.

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Zoo Hardware is supplied by Trade Door Handles, part of T.H. Wiggans Ironmongery, a trusted UK supplier of architectural ironmongery since 1976 with large showrooms in Kendal and Carlisle. Browse the full Zoo Hardware collection for matching contract door hardware, locks, hinges and accessories, with quick nationwide delivery across the UK.