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Alameda Knox Boxes

Alameda Fire Dept Compliance & Sales

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Authorized Dealer | In-Stock Inventory | AFD Approved



The KnoxBox®, a high-security key lock box, is a secure device operable only by the Alameda Fire Department's (AFD) master key. Mandated under California Fire Code (CFC) Section 506 and local Alameda amendments, it provides emergency rapid-entry access, eliminating costly forced entry damage during fire or medical emergencies.

Alameda Placement Guide

Select your building mounting style below to view the exact installation requirements mandated by the AFD.

AFD Guidelines: AFD Fire Prevention Bureau.

AFD Requirement:

Must be mounted adjacent to the primary entry door on the lock side. Standard height is 48 to 60 inches above the finished floor to the center of the box.


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Purchase In-Stock

Reed Brothers is an authorized dealer. we stock Knox units locally to skip shipping delays.

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Professional Mount

Our technicians mount the unit at the exact AFD required height for historic or modern facades.

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AFD Lock-Up

Contact the Alameda Fire Prevention Bureau at 1300 Park St to secure your keys inside.

Serving All Alameda Districts

Island properties require specialized emergency access. Reed Brothers Security provides AFD-compliant key safe installations across all Alameda neighborhoods, including Bay Farm Island, Fernside, Gold Coast, Alameda Point, South Shore, and the West End. We specialize in the non-destructive retrofit of historic Victorian buildings and high-security industrial spaces at Alameda Point.

  •  In-Stock Inventory: Skip the lead times. We sell and stock Knox hardware locally.
  •  Eliminate barriers and allow Alameda Fire Department crews to gain rapid access.
  •  Protect historic island building inventory from destructive forced entry damage.
  •  Built Knox-Rugged to resist physical attack and harsh maritime weather conditions.
  •  Only the Alameda Fire Department has the authority to access your KnoxBox.
Knox Box Surface Mount Alameda

Knox Box Surface Mount


Recent Alameda Installation Spotlight

Alameda Point Industrial Retrofit: We recently completed a rapid-access system for a newly renovated tech flex-space at Alameda Point. Our technicians worked alongside the AFD Fire Prevention Bureau to mount secure KnoxBox 3200 recessed units exactly on the lock side of primary entry points, ensuring total compliance for city fire crews.


Knox Box Recess Mount Alameda

Knox Box Recess Mount

    Island Compliance Features

  •  Stores maximum 10-50 keys depending on model (3200 vs 4400).
  •  Built Knox-Rugged and secure Fire Rated: UL 1037, UL 1610, UL 437
  •  Finished with Knox-Coat® to withstand Alameda's salt-air maritime conditions.
  •  Weather-resistant door gasket and Hinged Door.
  • AFD Code Standard

  •  Only the Alameda Fire Department has the authority to access your KnoxBox.

    Height

  •  Surface Mount Body – 4″H x 5″W x 3-7/8″D
  •  Recessed Mount Flange – 7″H x 7″W

    Weight

  •  Surface Mount – 8 lbs
  •  Recessed Mount – 8 lbs

Trusted by Alameda Property Managers

Expert AFD Knox Box compliance for island businesses.

"Reed Brothers made the AFD compliance process for our Park Street storefront seamless. They had the units in stock at their shop."

— Daniel T., Park Street Retail

"Professional installation for our complex on Bay Farm Island. Mounted to height and latch-side exactly as required by the AFD fire inspector."

— Jessica W., Bay Farm Residential

"Fast response for our naval base redevelopment project at Alameda Point. AFD compliant and secure. Highly recommended!"

— Robert M., Alameda Point Development

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Reed Brothers Security hold the master key?
No. By strict regulations, only the Alameda Fire Department (AFD) has the master key to access your KnoxBox. We provide professional mounting but do not have opening authority.
Once mounted, you must contact the AFD Fire Prevention Bureau at 1300 Park St. An inspector will visit your Berkeley property to secure the keys inside using their secure master key.
Per AFD requirements, the center of the box must be mounted between 48 and 60 inches above the finished floor on the latch side of the entrance door.