Why Most Keypad Locks Fail on Storefront Doors

Many business owners assume a keypad lock is a keypad lock.
In reality, storefront doors present unique technical challenges.

1. Door Frame Width

Residential locks require wide doors.
Storefront doors use narrow aluminum stiles, often under 2 inches wide.

Most keypad locks simply do not fit.

2. Mortise Lock Standards

Commercial storefronts rely on Adams Rite–style mortise locks for strength and durability.

Replacing them usually means:

Drilling new holes

Modifying the door

Or replacing the entire door system

3. Electronics vs. Mechanical Reliability

Electronic locks introduce:

Battery maintenance

Weather sensitivity

App and firmware issues

For high-traffic storefronts, this can become a liability.

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The EASILOK Approach

EASILOK was designed backwards from the problem:

Start with Adams Rite–style mortise standards

Keep the aluminum door untouched

Use a mechanical keypad for reliability

The result is a keyless storefront door lock that installs like a traditional mortise lock but operates without keys.

Who Benefits Most?

Small business owners

Property managers

Commercial locksmiths

Retail and restaurant operators

If reliability and simplicity matter, mechanical keyless is often the better choice.