Verify the cylinder-lock fitting
Check whether the model includes a cylinder lock and review details about its operation and keys. The filter does not identify the key system, number of supplied keys, replacement procedure or security grade. Confirm any access-related requirement on the individual product record.
For shared use, decide how authorised users will obtain keys and who is responsible for them. Keep instructions available for facilities staff. If the project specifies a particular level of security, request evidence about the exact lock rather than inferring it from the catalogue field.
Review the metal doors
Metal describes the door-material attribute. Check the product page for finish, panel construction, handles, hinges and opening direction. Review body and interior materials independently, since the door label does not describe every cabinet component.
Confirm that users have room to open the doors and reach the contents. If the cabinet will be used often, consult surface-care instructions for the selected finish. A metal-door value alone does not confirm a lock, a particular coating or identical construction across products.
Plan storage and access together
Check the interior dimensions, shelf arrangement and supplied components. Measure intended files or equipment and compare them with the available clearances. Follow the model’s loading guidance, and arrange contents so that users can retrieve them without blocking door movement.
Think through how people will access locked storage in daily work. Keep the cabinet in a position that allows authorised users to reach the cylinder and open the doors comfortably. Use labels or a simple inventory when several colleagues share the contents.
Frequently asked questions
Does the lock filter show how keys are arranged?
No. Confirm the key system with the product details.
Does metal describe every cabinet panel?
No. It applies to the door attribute.
What should I check before installation?
Dimensions, door swing, access and the model’s assembly guidance.

