KnoxBox®

In order to access buildings quickly, minimize forced entry damage, and protect firefighters from injury, the Greeneville Fire Department has adopted the KnoxBox® Rapid Entry System. Currently, more than seven thousand fire departments and the communities they protect enjoy the benefits of this proven system.

A KnoxBox® is constructed of ¼" solid steel with a ½" steel door and reinforced locking mechanism. They are UL listed against physical attack and Medeco security lock is patented and UL listed for drill, pick and pull resistance.

The master keys to open the KnoxBox® are held ONLY by the Greeneville Fire Department. These high security keys are strictly controlled and are produced ONLY by the Medeco® factory under direction from an authorized fire official's signature. Each fire engine and the shift commander's vehicle are equipped with a Key Secure® system to ensure accountability for the possession of these keys.

How do I order a KnoxBox®?

KnoxBoxes are specified by the department but are purchased directly from the Knox Company. Once installed near the entrance to your property, the department locks your building entrance key inside the KnoxBox® so that it is available onsite for future emergencies.

If you have any further questions feel free to call the Knox Company at 800-552-5669 or you can visit the Knox website. Otherwise, please call our Fire Marshal at 423-639-7105 to obtain an order form and installation instructions.

Wall mounted boxes with the facility keys locked inside

Wall mounted boxes with the facility keys locked inside

KEY SECURE boxes

KEY SECURE boxes carried on the apparatus

Ten reasons to install a KnoxBox® system on your home or business.

  1. Eliminate needless, costly forced entry damage that may not be covered by your Insurance deductible.

  2. Assure immediate building entry by firefighters without delay or waiting for building keys.

  3. Protect inventory, equipment and supplies from unnecessary water damage caused by delayed sprinkler shut-off.

  4. Satisfy local fire codes and emergency access ordinances.

  5. Save time and aggravation by not having to drive to your establishment at 2:00 am for a false alarm.

  6. Feel secure about emergency coverage when your building/residence is left unattended. The Fire Department holds the only key to the KnoxBox®.

  7. Maintain building security after a fire alarm investigation by simply re-locking the undamaged door.

  8. Protect your property from thousands of dollars in damage with this one-time, low cost investment.

  9. Depend on the highest lock box security available with attack resistant, UL tested reliability.

  10. Over the last 35 years, KnoxBox® has been the chosen solution in 7,000 communities nationwide - communities just like ours!

For more information:

Knox Company
1601 W. Deer Valley Road
Phoenix, AZ 85027 US
Main Line: 800-552-5669
Customer Service: 800-566-9269
Technical Support: 800-704-0889
Fax: 623-687-2290

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