Choosing the right smart lock manufacturer for an OEM or ODM project comes down to five core criteria: verified certifications, factory quality control processes, product customization capabilities, export experience, and reliable after-sales support. Get these right, and your project launches on sc Read More

EN12209, EN1634-1, and UL10C are three of the most important certifications buyers and specifiers should understand when selecting a smart lock or fire rated hotel lock. EN12209 defines the mechanical performance of mortise locks used across Europe. EN1634-1 sets the fire resistance requirements for Read More

EN14846 is the European standard that defines performance and safety requirements specifically for electronically controlled locks used in pedestrian doorsets. If a smart lock or electronic lock carries EN14846 certification, it has passed independent testing for mechanical strength, electrical reli Read More

A waterproof smart lock rated IP65 or higher is the minimum standard recommended for outdoor use, coastal properties, gates, and humid environments. The right outdoor smart lock combines a sealed weatherproof housing, corrosion-resistant materials such as 304 stainless steel or zinc alloy, and smart Read More

A Tuya smart lock connects over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and plugs into the wider Tuya smart home ecosystem, making it ideal for connected homes and properties wanting remote control and automation. A TTLock smart lock runs on Bluetooth (with an optional gateway) and shines in apartments, r Read More

Pick the wrong lock technology for your property, and you'll feel it every day—at the front desk, in your maintenance budget, and in your guest reviews. A hotel that buys mobile-key locks without the network to support them ends up with frustrated guests. A property that sticks with key cards when g Read More

Choose a hotel lock system by matching four things to your property: access technology (RFID, Bluetooth, or hybrid), PMS and management software integration, the certifications your market requires (EN, UL, CE, FCC, RoHS, UKCA), and door compatibility. New builds favor fully integrated Read More

Tuya Smart Lock integration supports three primary communication protocols—Wi-Fi, Zigbee, and Bluetooth—and connects to commercial systems via the Tuya IoT Platform API. Developers can manage locks centrally, trigger automation scenes, and link to hotel PMS systems using standardized OAuth 2. Read More

Quick answer: To successfully enter the United States market, smart lock enterprises must navigate strict localization and compliance standards. The two most critical American smart lock certification requirements are the UL10C fire resistance test, which demands locks withstand three hours of fire Read More