Trusted everyday
Since 1840 we have protected homes and enabled peace of mind
Linus Yale
Yale’s best known lock design is the cylinder pin-tumbler lock.
Linus Yale
Everything Yale is today, we owe to the ingenuity of Linus Yale.
He opened his first shop for handmade banklocks around 1840 and soon after, a lock factory in Newport, USA to manufacture the unique pin-tumbler lock developed by him. His mechanical innovation is still the core of our locks in most markets today.
The Pin-Tumbler invention
Yale’s best known lock design is the cylinder pin-tumbler lock.
This lock is similar to the ancient Egyptian lock, but with a sliding, rather than rotating mechanism (US patent 18,169). This mechanism prevents the lock from opening without the correct key and is widely popular today.
Yale showroom in the Chrysler Building
In the 1930s, Yale established an exclusive showroom for products in the Chrysler Building, a legendary skyscraper in midtown Manhattan in New York City.
The building was of course equipped with Yale locks and hardware (1930), as well as Woolworth (1912), the Metropolitan Life, the New York Life (1929), and the Lincoln Building (1930), which were among the most prestigious projects of their time.
Our history
Yale shines bright
A brand new day for Yale as it launches its new brand identity, vision, values & purpose globally in over 125 countries.
Expanded our Smart range
In 2016 we extended our smart security devices such as alarms and cameras that allow you to protect your home and loved ones from almost anywhere in the world through intuitive user-friendly apps.
ASSA ABLOY
In August 2000 Yale was purchased by the ASSA ABLOY Group - the world’s leading lock group.
Partnerships
Linus Yale Junior and his colleague, Henry Towne, established the Yale & Towne Company in Stanford, Connecticut, at the time employing 35 people.
World wide expansion
By the early 20th century, they employed more than 12,000 staff and had expanded into the wider world.
Our first showroom
In the 1930s, Yale established an exclusive showroom for products in the Chrysler Building, a legendary skyscraper in midtown Manhattan in New York City.
The Pin-Tumbler invention
Yale’s best-known lock design is the cylinder pin-tumbler lock. This lock is similar to the ancient Egyptian lock, but with a sliding, rather than rotating mechanism (US patent 18,169).
Our first factory
Linus Yale Sr. built a small lock factory in Newport, USA.
First lock design
Linus Yale Sr. started working on his designs for the combination locks.
Selection of our heritage products from our archive
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One of our vintage product catalogues from 1880
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Part of the Yale family
Local brands with the same ethos and values as Yale are now becoming part of our Global family.
Our Values
Improving lives
Our passion is to improve everyone’s everyday lives, no matter where they are. If you know your home’s safe, it’s easier to enjoy life and be productive.
We strive to make day-to-day life easier.
Putting you first
To lead, we need to listen. We are present in over 120 countries. We talk to people like you to learn about your life, dreams and needs. Some of us are excited about the latest tech. Some worry about privacy. And some just need a lock. We’re there for everyone.
Understanding what matters most to you is the core of what we do.
Innovating thoughtfully
We have a history of it. Linus Yale knew locks could be designed better. But we don’t just develop new ideas for the sake of it. Innovation today is about how we integrate our products into smarthomes, platforms and services.
We’re driven by how we can make life more convenient without compromising security.
Seamless experiences
The point of innovation is to make life simpler and better. Every time you interact with us, we want it to be as easy as possible: from the way you learn about our products to the way you use them every day.
We want to be invisible, but there when you need us.
Earning trust
We exist to answer a really fundamental need: to feel secure. Everything we do is geared toward this, from how we engineer our products to how we support you. We were there for your grandparents and we’ll be there for you and your children.
Trust is something we earn, and work to sustain everyday.
Products to protect your home and peace of mind
Everyone can use our products, They are designed to be safe and easy to use – wether you are 8 or 80 years old. We always follow the standards and requirements of each unique market.
Smart Door Locks
Secure Safes
Designer Door Handles
Window Security
Padlocks
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Find Yale close to you
We are present in more than 120 markets with product ranges that are made specific for your market and home. Find your local contact and see how we can help make your everyday a bit easier.
