Padlock Seals

Padlock seals are a compact form of tamper-evident security seal, designed for smaller applications where space is limited. Common uses include key cabinets, airline trolleys, medical kits, and retail stockrooms. Once applied, these single-use seals provide visible proof of interference and cannot be reused. Available in both durable metal hasp seals (which require cutters to remove) and easy-break versions (ideal for emergency kits and NHS medical trolleys), they combine security with convenience. Their lightweight design and quick application make them especially suited for confined spaces such as cabinets, lockers, and toolboxes. 

Our UniPad seals are particularly suited for industries needing secure key management, acting as anti-tamper key tags. For example, in car dealerships, construction sites, and property agencies, our seals can be used with retention pegs in key cabinets, with the key and its retention peg being threaded through the metal hasp and sealed. This simple system provides traceability and access control, ensuring keys can only be released by an authorised user.

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Why Choose Padlock Seals?

Padlock seals are one of the simplest and most effective tamper-evident security solutions. They combine the convenience of a padlock shape with the assurance of a single-use seal, making them ideal for key control, medical trolleys, first aid kits, and storage cabinets.

  • Tamper-evident security – once closed, any interference is immediately visible.
  • Durable plastic or plastic / metal composite options – offering different levels of strength and removal resistance.
  • Compact size – perfect for cabinets, lockers, toolboxes, and key management systems.
  • Quick and easy application – no tools required to apply.
  • Customisable printing – sequential numbering, barcodes, or company branding for full traceability. 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

What are padlock seals used for?

Padlock seals are tamper-evident devices designed to secure key cabinets, medical trolleys, first aid kits, and other lockable assets. Once sealed, they provide a clear indication of interference if broken or removed.

Are padlock seals reusable?

No. Padlock seals are single-use tamper-evident devices. Once broken, they cannot be reapplied, ensuring traceability and preventing misuse. If this is important, consider our safety lockout padlocks (under our Safety Lockout Product Category), which are keyed for multi-use.

How do you remove these seals?

Most padlock seals can be removed by hand or with light tools such as cutters, depending on the seal type. Easy-break options are designed for quick removal without tools, often used in emergency or medical settings.

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hat industries use padlock seals?

Padlock seals are widely used in:

  • Car dealerships and property management (key control)
  • NHS and healthcare facilities (medical trolleys)
  • Logistics and distribution (trailers, storage units)
  • Cash-in-transit and retail security