TownSteel manufactures high-security architectural hardware and electronic access control systems, specializing in ligature-resistant locks and commercial door solutions.
TownSteel Inc. is a leading United States manufacturer of architectural hardware and electronic security solutions, headquartered in the City of Industry, California. Established in 2001, the company has built a reputation for innovation in the security industry, producing ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 locks, door closers, exit devices, and electrified hardware.
TownSteel is particularly renowned for its comprehensive line of ligature-resistant hardware designed for healthcare and behavioral health facilities, ensuring patient safety without compromising security. In addition to mechanical hardware, TownSteel offers advanced electronic access control systems, including the Aegis 7000, e-Genius, and e-Elite series. These systems provide secure, wireless, and RFID-based management solutions for the hospitality, multi-family, and commercial sectors.
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For many TownSteel electronic locks, the time and date must be updated after a battery replacement. This is typically done using the Door Lock Programmer (DLP) or by synchronizing with the Aegis management software.
A flashing yellow LED usually indicates a low battery condition. When a valid credential is used, the yellow light will flash before the green light appears. It is recommended to replace the four AA alkaline batteries immediately when this warning occurs.
New keycards are programmed using the Aegis 7000 Management System software and a network encoder (such as the NE7). You must login to the software, select the room or user, and place the keycard on the encoder to write the encrypted access data.
The GW7 Wireless Gateway connects wireless door locks to the central access system. It allows for real-time updates of access rights, remote door monitoring, and firmware updates without physically connecting to each lock.
Yes, most TownSteel electronic locks feature a mechanical key override. Rotating the key (typically 90 degrees) retracts the latch or allows the lever to retract the bolt, providing access even during power or electronic failures.