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Commercial Electric Strikes — Brevard County
Installation, repair, and access control integration for commercial electric strikes across Brevard County. Authorized service for HES, Von Duprin, Adams Rite, Folger Adam, Rutherford Controls (RCI), Trine, SDC, and Command Access — covering rim exit devices, cylindrical locks, mortise locks (including Corbin Russwin ML2000 / ML2057 series), and storefront applications.
An electric strike is the single most cost-effective way to add access control to an existing mechanical door — it replaces the strike plate on the frame, not the lock on the door. Credential reader activates the strike's solenoid, the strike releases, the door opens without retracting the mechanical latch. The mechanical lock stays in place; the strike becomes the access-controlled entry point. Key-En-Lock installs and services the full range of commercial electric strikes across Brevard County, from budget cylindrical applications to heavy-duty mortise and rim exit device integrations.
Brands We Service
⚡ HES ASSA ABLOY • Industry Leader
HES (ASSA ABLOY) is the industry standard in commercial electric strikes — "HES or equal" is the default specification language across commercial access control. The modular design with interchangeable faceplates makes HES strikes work across dozens of lockset brands with a single strike body and the correct faceplate option. For Corbin Russwin mortise hardware, the HES platform is the most common spec we install.
HES Strike Series
- 1006 Series — Heavy-duty mortise/cylindrical strike. 14+ faceplate options (E, H, HD, HM, J, K, KD, KM, NM, others). UL 10C 3-hour fire-rated variants. The flagship.
- 1500 Series — Next-generation universal strike, field-configurable. 1J / 1KM / 1KD / 1HM faceplates. Available in 7 finishes. Compatible with any cylindrical or mortise lock. Modular platform that replaces older 1500/1600 legacy.
- 1600 Series — Legacy cylindrical/mortise strike being phased out in favor of 1500. Retrofit-ready for existing 1500/1600 installations.
- 5000 Series — Compact cylindrical strike for budget commercial applications. Grade 1 certified.
- 9400 Series — Surface-mounted rim exit device strike. No cutting of the frame required.
- 9500 Series — Specialized rim exit device strike for narrow-stile and aluminum storefront applications.
- 9600 Series — Surface-mount rim exit device strike with broader application range.
- 9100 / 9200 Series — Specialty glass door strikes — secure glass doors without cutting the glass or the frame.
- Complete Pac Options — 1006CS, 1500C, 4500C: strike + faceplate + mounting hardware shipped together in single box for faster installation.
HES Faceplate Options for Corbin Russwin Mortise
- KM (4-7/8" × 1-1/4") — Corbin Russwin mortise with deadlatch below latchbolt. Also fits Accurate, Arrow, Best (45H/47H), Falcon 1992 M, Sargent 7800/8200/9200, Yale 8800.
- NM (4-7/8" × 1-1/4") — Corbin Russwin with deadbolt for night-latch function (deadbolt below latchbolt). Strike won't release when deadbolt is extended.
- HM (4-7/8" × 1-1/4") — Corbin Russwin with 1" deadbolt + deadlatch below. Strike won't release when deadbolt is extended.
- E (4-7/8" × 1-1/4") — Corbin Russwin Security Bolt / Weiserbolt / 1" tubular deadbolt.
- 1KM (9" × 1-3/8" wood frame) — Same compatibility as KM but for wood frame applications.
🔴 Von Duprin Allegion • Rim Exit Specialist
Von Duprin (Allegion) makes the matching electric strike line for their own panic hardware plus cross-brand mortise/cylindrical coverage. If your building runs Von Duprin 99/98 exit devices and you want same-brand electrification, their 6000 Series strikes are the spec.
Von Duprin Strike Series
- 6100 Series (Rim Exit) — 6111, 6112, 6113 for rim exit devices. UL 10C 3-hour fire-rated (single doors), 90-minute (pair doors with manufacturer's mullion). ANSI Grade 1. 6111 replaces legacy Von Duprin 3031; 6112 replaces Folger Adam 310-4 with minor frame modifications.
- 6200 Series (Mortise / Cylindrical) — 17 heavy-duty models including 6211, 6211AL, 6211WF, 6212–6215, 6221–6226. Works with Von Duprin 7500, Adams Rite 4510/4710, Baldwin 6000, Best 24H/30H, Corbin 9000, Falcon M2300/M2500/M2600/M3300/M3500/M3600, Precision Mortise, Russwin Mortise, Sargent 7700/8100/9000, Schlage L9000/K30/K40/K50/K60, Yale 7030/7130/8600/8700.
- 6300 Series (Surface-Mount Rim) — Fire-rated, no-cut surface mounted electric strike. Compatible with most rim exit devices across brands. Designed for installation speed on existing frames where cutting isn't practical.
- 6400 Series (Modular) — Highly configurable, fire-rated. Movable or removable keeper, ramp, and plug — one SKU covers many configurations.
- 5100 Series (Medium Duty) — All-in-one boxed solution for faster field installation.
- 4200 Series (Cylindrical Traffic Control) — Budget commercial interior doors. Wide cylindrical lock compatibility.
Von Duprin Legacy Strike Replacements
- 6111 replaces legacy Von Duprin 3031
- 6112 replaces Folger Adam 310-4 (minor frame mods required)
- 6113 replaces legacy Von Duprin 3011 and 3021
- 6211WF is the wood-frame variant — use as drop-in for Folger Adam 310-2 3/4 / 310-2 on wood frames
🟦 Adams Rite ASSA ABLOY • Aluminum Storefront
Adams Rite electric strikes are the default spec for aluminum storefront doors — narrow-stile frame compatibility and direct pairing with Adams Rite 4510/4710 deadlatches and MS1850 deadbolts. If your building has commercial glass storefront doors, the strikes in the frame are almost certainly Adams Rite.
Adams Rite Strike Models
- 7170 Electric Strike — Narrow-stile electric strike designed specifically for Adams Rite 4510/4710 deadlatches. Most common electric strike on Florida aluminum storefronts.
- 7400 Electric Strike — Aluminum storefront frame electric strike. Pairs with 4510 deadlatch. Fail-safe or fail-secure configuration.
- 7270 Electric Strike — Specialty narrow-stile variant for specific frame geometries.
- 7800 Fire-Rated Electric Strike — UL-listed fire-rated electric strike for rated aluminum storefront door assemblies.
🛡️ Folger Adam ASSA ABLOY • Detention / High Security
Folger Adam (ASSA ABLOY) is the spec for detention, psychiatric, and high-security institutional electric strikes. Heavy-duty construction specifically engineered for abusive environments where standard commercial strikes won't survive.
Folger Adam Strike Series
- 310 Series — Heavy-duty commercial/institutional. 310-2, 310-4 variants. Many legacy installations still in service. Often replaced with Von Duprin 6112 (for 310-4) or 6211WF (for 310-2 wood frame) on modernization projects.
- 712 / 722 / 732 Series — Heavy-duty mortise strike line — direct competitor to HES 1006 in the institutional/detention category.
- 742-75 — Mortise strike specifically listed in HES compatibility tables for Corbin Russwin ML2000 / Sargent 7700-8100 / Schlage L9000 / Yale 8700 applications.
🔧 Rutherford Controls (RCI) dormakaba
RCI (part of dormakaba) makes commercial electric strikes positioned between HES and budget competitors. Their strike line is broader than most competitors — covering rim exit, cylindrical, mortise, and specialty applications with a modular approach similar to HES.
RCI Strike Models
- 0161 / 0162 Series — Mortise-compatible strikes, work with Corbin Russwin ML2000 series.
- 0160 Series — Rim exit device strikes — alternative to HES 9600 / Von Duprin 6300.
- F Series (F1119, F2164) — Fire-rated variants for UL-listed door assemblies.
- SM Series — Surface-mount rim exit strikes.
- RCI strikes are typically competitive on price vs HES with similar build quality; the brand has strong dormakaba distribution in commercial architectural applications.
💰 Trine Independent • Budget Commercial
Trine is a US independent manufacturer positioned as the budget commercial electric strike option. For apartment complexes, light retail, small office, and cost-conscious commercial installations where HES premium isn't justified, Trine is the common spec. ANSI Grade 1 options available.
Trine Strike Series
- 3000 Series — Cylindrical electric strike line — ANSI Grade 1 variants available.
- 4000 Series — Heavy-duty commercial. Similar spec to mid-tier HES at lower price point.
- EN Series — Mortise-compatible strikes.
- Light Commercial — For residential-commercial hybrid applications (condo lobbies, apartment front doors).
🔐 SDC (Security Door Controls) Independent
SDC (Security Door Controls) manufactures specialty electric strikes, electromagnetic locks, and door holders with particular strength in life-safety and access control integration applications. Their strike line covers standard commercial plus specialty applications like delayed egress and controlled egress.
SDC Strike Models
- 45 Series — ANSI mortise-compatible electric strike — works with Corbin Russwin ML2000 series.
- 55 Series — Heavy-duty mortise / cylindrical.
- S6000 / S7000 Series — Specialty life-safety integrated strikes.
⚙️ Command Access Retrofit / Conversion Specialist
Command Access isn't primarily a strike manufacturer — they specialize in electric latch retraction retrofit kits that convert mechanical exit devices into electrified versions without full replacement. For buildings with existing Von Duprin 99 / 98 / 33A / 35A exit devices where full 99EL conversion kits are cost-prohibitive, Command Access retrofit kits offer a middle-path option. They also make a line of electric strikes but their primary value is conversion retrofits.
Command Access Products
- EL Conversion Kits — Electric latch retraction retrofit kits for Von Duprin, Sargent, Corbin Russwin, and other major exit device platforms.
- PTH / Power Transfer Hinges — Low-voltage power transfer hinges for electrified door hardware.
- MLRK / Motorized Latch Retraction Kits — Motor-driven latch retraction retrofits.
- Command Access Electric Strikes — Mortise and cylindrical compatible.
Application Matrix — What Electric Strike for Your Door?
| Door Application | Recommended Strikes | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Corbin Russwin ML2000 / ML2057 Mortise | HES 1006 KM / 1006 NM / 1500 1KM, Von Duprin 6211, Folger Adam 742-75, RCI 0161/0162, SDC 45 | KM faceplate for standard ML2000 with deadlatch below latchbolt. NM for deadbolt-as-night-latch configurations. |
| Corbin Russwin ED5200 Rim Exit | HES 9400 / 9500 / 9600, Von Duprin 6111 / 6300, RCI 0160, Trine 4000 rim | Surface-mount preferred on existing frames. 6300 is fire-rated, no-cut for retrofit speed. |
| Sargent 8200 / 9200 Mortise | HES 1006 KM, Von Duprin 6211, Folger Adam 742-75 | Same KM faceplate family as Corbin Russwin — shared ANSI mortise geometry. |
| Yale 8800 Mortise (ACCENTRA) | HES 1006 KM, Von Duprin 6211, RCI 0161 | Post-2005 Yale 8800 mortise — same KM faceplate family. |
| Schlage L9000 Mortise | HES 1006 KD, Von Duprin 6211 | Uses KD faceplate (deadlatch above latchbolt) — different from Corbin Russwin KM. |
| Cylindrical Locks (most brands) | HES 5000 / 1006 J / 1500 1J, Von Duprin 4200 / 6211 cyl, Trine 3000 | J faceplate for 3/4" throw cylindrical. Most cylindrical locks share geometry. |
| Von Duprin 99 / 98 Rim Exit | Von Duprin 6111 / 6300, HES 9600, RCI 0160 | Matching Von Duprin 6000 Series keeps brand ecosystem consistent. |
| Aluminum Storefront (Adams Rite 4510) | Adams Rite 7170 / 7400, HES 9500 (specialty narrow stile) | Adams Rite same-brand pairing preferred for narrow-stile geometry. |
| Glass Doors (no frame) | HES 9100 / 9200 glass door strike | Specialty strike mounts to glass without cutting or modification. |
| Detention / Psychiatric | Folger Adam 712 / 722 / 732, HES 1006 heavy-duty, SDC 55 | Heavy-duty construction for abusive environments. |
Fail-Safe vs Fail-Secure — Which Do You Need?
| Mode | On Power Loss | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Fail-Safe (FS) | Strike UNLOCKS when power fails | Life-safety doors that must allow egress on power loss. Stairwell doors, fire-rated emergency exits, any door where getting OUT must work during emergency. |
| Fail-Secure (FSE) | Strike LOCKS when power fails | Access control security doors — maintain perimeter security even during power loss. Office entrances, data centers, cash rooms, anywhere security must persist through power outage. |
Accessories & Monitoring Options
- Latch Monitoring (LM / LX) — Confirms the latch is fully extended. Access control system knows whether the door is actually secured after closing. Required for high-security applications.
- Door Position Switch (DPS) — Separate magnetic sensor confirming door is closed. Often paired with latch monitoring for complete status reporting.
- Tamper Switch (TS) — Detects attempted mechanical tampering with the strike — triggers alarm on attempted breach.
- Ramp Cutout / Guide Plate — Metal plate that protects the strike keeper from being forced or pried. Important for high-abuse or vandal-prone installations.
- Mounting Kits (STK, MTK) — HES 9000-MTK and HESCUT-MTK metal template kits for precise installation on surface-mount and mortise applications.
- Complete Pac Options — HES 1006CS, 1500C, 4500C — strike + faceplate + mounting hardware shipped as single SKU for faster installation.
- Power Supplies — Dedicated 12VDC or 24VDC UL-listed power supply (Altronix AL400ULX, AL600ULX, Securitron BPS-24-3, Von Duprin PS914 for strikes).
- Power Transfer — Armored door cord (Securitron CEPT) or power transfer hinge (Command Access PTH) to route low-voltage power from frame to door if electrification is on both sides.
Fire Rating & Code Compliance
- UL 10C — Fire door test standard. Electric strikes on fire-rated doors must be UL 10C listed.
- UL 1034 — Electrical burglary-resistant listing. HES and Von Duprin heavy-duty strikes typically carry UL 1034.
- ANSI/BHMA A156.31 — Electric strike standard. Grade 1 is institutional/heavy commercial; Grade 2 is standard commercial; Grade 3 is light commercial.
- NFPA 80 — Fire door inspection standard. Annual inspection required; strike and related hardware verified as part of the inspection.
- NFPA 101 — Life Safety Code. Egress doors must unlock on fire alarm signal (electrified locks and strikes handled via access control integration).
- Fire-rated electric strikes by brand: HES 1006F, HES 9600-F, HES 1500F; Von Duprin 6111/6112/6113 (UL 10C 3-hour single / 90-min pair), 6300, 6400 fire-rated variants; Adams Rite 7800 fire-rated.
- Florida Building Code — references NFPA 101 for egress requirements. Brevard County inspectors check fire-rated strike UL labels and integration wiring during commercial inspections.
Common Electric Strike Problems & Service
- Strike not releasing on credential — dead power supply, burned solenoid coil, failed control relay, or wiring fault. Sequential diagnosis with multimeter.
- Strike releasing but door doesn't open — mechanical lock is still engaged. The strike only releases the strike keeper; if the mechanical latch is bound (strike misalignment, swollen door, warped frame), the door won't open.
- Strike buzzes but doesn't release — low voltage at the strike (long wire runs, undersized power supply). Check actual voltage at strike terminals under load — should match spec (12VDC or 24VDC per model).
- Strike won't stay locked (fail-secure) — worn keeper, bent keeper, or loose mounting. Inspect for mechanical wear; may require strike replacement.
- Strike works intermittently — loose wiring terminal, marginal power supply, or partial solenoid failure. Troubleshoot wiring first before replacing strike.
- Fire-rated door fails inspection — UL label missing, wrong strike for door assembly, or fire alarm integration not wired correctly. Verify UL 10C label matches door UL listing; verify fire alarm unlock sequence if required.
- Strike mis-aligned with latch — door has shifted (hinge wear, frame settling) and latch no longer enters keeper cleanly. Adjust strike position or reset door hinges.
- Continuous duty vs intermittent — strikes rated for intermittent duty can burn out if held unlocked continuously. Verify strike rating matches application (continuous-duty strikes required for buildings that hold doors unlocked for extended periods).
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best electric strike for Corbin Russwin mortise locks?
For Corbin Russwin ML2000 / ML2057 mortise locksets (most common Corbin Russwin mortise family), the specific electric strike + faceplate combinations are: HES 1006 Series with KM faceplate, HES 1500 Series with 1KM faceplate, or Von Duprin 6211 / 6212 / 6221 / 6222. For Corbin Russwin with deadbolt used as night-latch, the HES NM faceplate is the correct option. For Corbin Russwin Security Bolt or Weiserbolt, HES E faceplate. The Folger Adam 742-75 is also listed as Corbin Russwin ML2000 compatible on HES's official compatibility chart. We spec and install all of these on Brevard County commercial buildings — the choice between HES and Von Duprin typically comes down to brand consistency with the rest of the hardware package.
HES KM vs NM vs HM faceplate — what's the difference?
All three are the 4-7/8" × 1-1/4" faceplate size for mortise locksets, but they differ in how they handle the deadbolt. KM = mortise lockset with a deadlatch positioned below the latchbolt (no deadbolt engaged — standard access control configuration). NM = same configuration but where the deadbolt is used as a night-latch function (deadbolt below latchbolt, strike won't release when deadbolt is manually extended). HM = mortise lockset with a 1" deadbolt plus deadlatch positioned below the latchbolt (strike won't release when deadbolt is extended — used for doors that need both electrified access during business hours and secure deadbolt lockup after hours). For most Corbin Russwin ML2000 installations in typical commercial use, KM is the right spec. If the building manually throws the deadbolt at night and the strike must lock out access while the deadbolt is engaged, choose NM or HM based on deadbolt configuration.
What's the difference between an electric strike and an electric latch retraction (EL) exit device?
An electric strike replaces the strike plate on the frame — the mechanical lock on the door stays unchanged. Credential activates the strike, strike releases, door pulls open. An electric latch retraction (EL) exit device modifies the exit device itself — credential activates a motor inside the panic bar that physically retracts the latch bolt. For most access control applications, electric strike is the cheaper and cleaner option (no modification to the door hardware). EL exit devices are used when the door opens frequently throughout the day (classrooms during passing periods, secured corridors with heavy traffic) because holding an electric strike unlocked continuously can burn out non-continuous-duty models.
Can I add an electric strike to my existing Corbin Russwin storefront without replacing the lock?
Yes, in most cases. If your building has a Corbin Russwin ML2000 mortise lock in an aluminum or hollow-metal frame, we can cut the frame for a HES 1006 with KM faceplate (or 1500 with 1KM for wood frames). The existing lock stays in place — the strike becomes the access-controlled entry point. On-site work typically takes 2-4 hours depending on frame access and wiring path. The 1006CS Complete Pac includes everything in one box (strike, faceplate, mounting hardware) for faster installation.
Do you handle fire-rated electric strikes?
Yes. For fire-rated door assemblies, we install only UL 10C-listed fire-rated strikes. The typical options: HES 1006F (fire-rated 1006 variant), HES 9600-F (rim exit fire-rated), HES 1500F (fire-rated 1500), Von Duprin 6111/6112/6113 (UL 10C 3-hour on single doors, 90-min on pair doors with manufacturer's mullion), Von Duprin 6300 and 6400 fire-rated variants, and Adams Rite 7800 for fire-rated storefront. We verify UL label matches door UL listing during installation and document the stack for fire marshal inspections.
What power supply do I need for an electric strike?
Depends on the strike model and installation complexity. For a single 12VDC or 24VDC strike, an Altronix AL400ULX (4A at 12VDC or 3A at 24VDC) is the typical commercial spec. For multiple strikes on one power supply, size up to AL600ULX or similar. For Von Duprin electric strikes, the PS914 is their recommended power supply. Key considerations: match voltage (12VDC vs 24VDC — don't mix), size for total amperage draw of all strikes plus 20% headroom, use UL-listed access control power supply (UL 294 or UL 1076), and always include a battery backup for life-safety fail-safe applications. We size power supplies and install complete solutions.
Can I use one HES 1006 strike body for different lockset brands?
Yes — that's the modular design advantage of the HES 1006 platform. The strike body is the same; you just order the correct faceplate for the lockset brand and configuration. One 1006 body with a KM faceplate handles Corbin Russwin ML2000, Sargent 7800/8200/9200, Yale 8800, and several other brands. Swap to a KD faceplate and it handles Sargent 7700/8100, Schlage L9000, Yale 8700. Swap to a J faceplate and it handles cylindrical locksets. For multi-building property managers with mixed lockset brands, stocking 1006 strike bodies plus assorted faceplates is significantly more economical than stocking dedicated strikes for each brand.
Do electric strikes work with my existing PDK.io access control?
Yes. Electric strikes are the standard output device for PDK.io and virtually all commercial access control systems. PDK relay fires on credential match, strike releases, door opens. We integrate the full stack — strike, power supply, door position switch, request-to-exit sensor — into the PDK controller. For existing PDK.io installations adding new doors, typical turnaround is same-day install on most configurations. See our PDK.io access control page for details on the complete system.
How long should a commercial electric strike last?
Properly installed commercial-grade strikes (HES 1006, Von Duprin 6200, Adams Rite 7170) typically last 15-20 years in normal commercial use. Failure modes: solenoid coil burns out from continuous duty on non-continuous-duty model (most common); keeper wears or bends from repeated impact; corrosion in coastal exterior applications. Budget strikes (Trine 3000, generic imports) may fail in 5-8 years under the same conditions. For coastal Florida exterior doors, we recommend stainless steel strikes (HES 9500, Von Duprin 6111-AL) over painted aluminum for corrosion resistance.
Service Areas
We install and service commercial electric strikes throughout Brevard County, including: Melbourne, Palm Bay, Viera, Rockledge, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island, Titusville, Cape Canaveral, Satellite Beach, Indian Harbour Beach, Indialantic, Melbourne Beach, West Melbourne, Malabar, Patrick Space Force Base, and surrounding areas.