Through years of working alongside electricity network operators throughout New Zealand and Australia, Allied Locks identified recurring problems with traditional cabinet latches. Cabinet doors were failing to latch correctly, components were corroding, vibration was loosening fixings, and otherwise serviceable cabinets were being replaced simply because the locking system had failed. The Integribolt was developed to solve these problems while extending the service life of existing cabinets. The result is a robust retrofit locking solution designed not only to solve the shortcomings of traditional latches, but to outlast the asset it is installed on.

Traditional night latches rely on a spring-loaded latch engaging correctly every time the cabinet door closes. In practice, cabinet distortion, vibration, wear and poor alignment can prevent the latch from engaging properly, leaving the cabinet unsecured even though the door appears to be closed. The consequences can be serious. Cabinet doors have been known to spring open unexpectedly, potentially exposing members of the public, contractors and field staff to hazardous live electrical equipment, increasing the risk of unauthorised access, vandalism and costly equipment damage. The Integribolt replaces the traditional latch with a positive locking bolt, providing greater security and confidence that the cabinet has been properly secured.

Unlike a spring-loaded latch, the Integribolt uses a positive locking bolt that fully engages with the cabinet frame. The key cannot be removed until the bolt is fully extended, giving the operator confidence that the cabinet has been properly secured. Quite simply, it's a bolt—not a latch.

Yes. The Integribolt has been specifically designed as a retrofit solution for existing transformer cabinets and fibreglass kiosks. In most cases, existing cabinets can be upgraded without replacing the enclosure, significantly reducing upgrade costs while extending the service life of valuable assets.

Yes. The Integribolt has been designed to utilise the fixing points of the widely used Lockwood 201 night latch and other common latch brands. Additional fixing points are also provided should the original fixing holes have become damaged or corroded over time, making retrofit installation straightforward.

The Integribolt is available in two versions. The standard Integribolt incorporates a 16 mm locking bolt, while the Integribolt Xtend features a 30 mm extended locking bolt. The Xtend version has been developed specifically for cabinets where additional bolt engagement is required due to cabinet flex, door movement or larger door clearances commonly found in fibreglass and older cabinets.

The Integribolt is manufactured from high-quality non-corrosive materials selected specifically for long-term outdoor service. Unlike many traditional cabinet latches, which can suffer corrosion and deterioration over time, the Integribolt has been engineered to provide decades of reliable service in harsh outdoor environments. Integribolt is designed to outlast the asset it is installed on.

Yes. The Integribolt has been extensively tested under demanding conditions, including:

• 1000-hour accelerated salt mist testing
• 1200 N bolt end-load testing
• 6 kN static loading testing

These tests demonstrate the product's strength, corrosion resistance and suitability for long-term outdoor service.

Yes. The Integribolt has been engineered for harsh outdoor environments, including coastal locations where corrosion rapidly shortens the life of conventional locking hardware. Its non-corrosive construction helps ensure a long service life while reducing ongoing maintenance requirements.

Traditional night latches can suffer from backing plate screws loosening due to vibration. The Integribolt has been specifically designed so the backing plate screws sit flat against the cabinet wall, helping prevent loosening during long-term service.

No. The Integribolt has a slimline design and projects only 16 mm into the cabinet, so it takes up very little internal space while still providing a strong, positive locking bolt.

No. The Integribolt is the positive locking bolt mechanism. It is operated by a separate locking cylinder or cabinet lock selected to suit the customer's requirements. This allows the Integribolt to be paired with the most appropriate locking platform for the application.

The Integribolt is compatible with a wide range of locking cylinders. The operating cylinder is selected separately to suit the cabinet design, existing lock system and the customer's operational requirements. Allied Locks can recommend the most suitable cylinder for your application.

In many cases, yes. Because the Integribolt is separate from the cylinder that operates it, organisations can often retain or expand their existing lock and key system by selecting a compatible operating cylinder. Allied Locks can advise on the most suitable solution for your network.

The Integribolt has been designed for straightforward retrofit installation. In many cases, installation can be completed quickly using standard workshop tools, allowing cabinet security upgrades with minimal disruption to operations.

Yes. Many organisations choose to install the Integribolt using their own maintenance staff or contractors. Installation is straightforward, and Allied Locks can provide advice and support where required.

The Integribolt is widely used on:

• Transformer cabinets
• Pad-mounted transformers
• Fibreglass kiosks
• Metal switch cabinets
• Distribution cabinets
• Outdoor electrical enclosures
• Utility cabinets

Yes. Allied Locks maintains stock of Integribolt products to support electricity network operators and contractors throughout New Zealand.

The Integribolt wasn't developed in a laboratory. It was developed by Allied Locks after years of working alongside electricity network operators and understanding the real-world shortcomings of traditional cabinet latches. By replacing unreliable latch mechanisms with a positive locking bolt, the Integribolt delivers improved security, improved reliability and a practical retrofit solution that extends the service life of existing assets. Designed to outlast the asset it is installed on, the Integribolt is helping electricity network operators upgrade cabinet security without the cost of replacing otherwise serviceable cabinets.