Salient Characteristic for Best CORMAX rev.1 11Jul25.pdf
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The document is a Salient Characteristic specification for Best CORMAX Lock Cores, revised on 11 July 2025, for Ellsworth Air Force Base. The specification details requirements for 1,000 CORMAX lock cores and 144 keys, exclusively designed by Dormakaba Group for Ellsworth AFB's physical security infrastructure. Key characteristics include compatibility with Best Lock Corporation's 7-pin cores, Operational Grade 1, Security Grade 2 standards, and the ability to seamlessly fit into small format interchangeable cores (SFIC) with customizable master keying. The specific model is Best CORMAX Core 1CM-7MK 12 626, pre-combinated by the manufacturer, with each core to be factory-combinated to specific core marks on the existing Best key system and include one operating key. The document emphasizes that Dormakaba Group is the sole manufacturer, with no acceptable substitutes, and that the lock cores are designed to prevent unauthorized key duplication and distribution.
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Hirvela, Gust/gnh/28 CES Heavy Repair Chief/605-385-2664/27Feb2025
Salient Characteristic for Best® CORMAX Lock Cores Revised 11 July 2025
Brand Name Item: Best CORMAX
1) Essential/Significant Physical, Functional, or Performance Characteristics:
a. Purpose – Lock cores must meet current Ellsworth Air Force Base (AFB) design standard and physical security requirements. Ellsworth AFB is a Best lock core military installation with no suitable brand substitute. Ellsworth AFB physical security hardware accepts Best lock cores and our maintenance team is fully equipped for Best lock core system maintenance and repair operations. The Best CORMAX lock core has been exclusively designed by Best’s parent company Dormakaba for Ellsworth AFB. Selected lock core distributor must be able to provide in-person customer support to Ellsworth AFB through the direction of Dormakaba who utilizes local distributers to ensure there is immediate customer support for their product end users.
b. Compatibility – Lock cores must be compatible with Best Lock Corporation’s 7-pin cores, patent “CORMAX” keyway with side pin design, Operational Grade 1, Security Grade 2. Lock cores must seamlessly fit into any manufacturer’s hardware requiring a small format interchangeable core (SFIC). Lock cores must allow for customizable master keying system and quick core changes. Lock cores must be compatible with existing Best lock servicing equipment.
c. Industry/Government Standard – Best lock cores are the only authorized lock core system for Ellsworth AFB physical lock security standards. The Best CORMAX core has been exclusively designed for Ellsworth AFB by Dormakaba Group for enhanced security protection to prevent unauthorized duplication and distribution.
2) Applicable Model/Make: Best CORMAX Core 1CM-7MK 12 626, pre-combinated by manufacturer with corresponding pre-cut key.
BEST CORMAX CORES FRO SECURITY UPGRADE TO EXISTING LOCKS, CYLINDERS
AND PADLOCKS. CORES TO BE FACTORY COBINATED TO SPECIFIC CORE MARKS ON
EXISTING BEST KEY SYSTEM ###### EACH CORE TO COME WITH INE OPERATING KEY
3) Manufacturer: Dormakaba Group (no substitute)
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