Universal compatibility meets installer simplicity in new Codelocks latch strike

Newbury, UK, 28 May 2026 – Codelocks, the leading designer and manufacturer of access control products, has today launched its Universal Latch Strike, an adaptable new product that reduces the need for multiple strike types while making lock installation easier.

The Universal Latch Strike is engineered to work with a range of latches for gates and external doors, including surface latches, adjustable gate latch, and traditional mortice latches. This versatility means installers no longer have to carry multiple latch strikes for different projects: they can use one for many installations.

“This product was made with the installer in mind,” said Colin Campbell, CEO of Codelocks International Ltd. “Offering universal compatibility and flexible installation, the Universal Latch Strike gives installers a smarter solution that removes the guesswork from on-site alignment. That also means less time on corrections and reworking, without compromising on the quality of an installation.”

Codelocks has created the Universal Latch Strike to make aligning the latch and strike easier. It has multiple screw locating positions for flexibility, and 2mm packing pieces for fine adjustments. These allow installers to adapt the product to each installation, further reducing the need for different latches and enabling first-time-right fitting.

The Universal Latch Strike also speeds up installation. It has a surface-mounted design that eliminates the need to cut recesses into the door or gate frame. And where installers require flexibility on site, it can be easily adapted for recessed installations.

Available in brushed steel and black marine-grade finishes, the Universal Latch Strike offers flexible colour-matching options to suit a range of applications. It ships with wood screws for timber frames and machine screws for metal frames. It has raised locating dots on the inner face, ensuring a secure, stable fixing on timber. It can be installed on both outward and inward openings, along with flush and double gates.

Further information is available from Codelocks www.codelocks.co.uk/universal-latch-strike

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Codelocks International Ltd designs and supplies a wide portfolio of access control solutions for doors, cabinets, and integrated solutions, offering smarter access for everyone. Its products range from simple mechanical locks to leading-edge electronic and smart locks that integrate with the digital platforms and apps used in today’s self-service, shared-use economy. Established in 1991, Codelocks’ 30-plus years heritage is reflected in its products and services, which are known by locksmiths, installers, specifiers, architects, facilities managers and business owners for their reliability and quality. From humble beginnings in Berkshire, UK, Codelocks has expanded into the access control and architectural ironmongery markets in EMEA, North America, and APAC while retaining its core family values and strong customer service ethos. As the Codelocks family continues to grow, it is working to minimise its environmental impact by halving its packaging and switching to recyclable packaging materials. Find out more at www.codelocks.com