Kwikset, a leader in innovative door hardware, launched its next generation keyless entry deadbolt - the SmartCode Signature Series. The result of more than 10 years of functional testing and consumer feedback, the new SmartCode Signature Series features a smaller and sleeker touchpad design, adding style to any door while completely eliminating the hassle of carrying or fumbling for keys.  Additionally, the new brightly lit keypad provides safer, more convenient evening access. "Customers of the original SmartCode loved the convenience of not having to worry about their keys, but expressed a desire for a more feature-rich product with a design that would better complement the style of their home," said Brent Flaharty, vice president of marketing, Kwikset. "We are continually driven by our customers to push ahead in our products' innovation, style and functionality. This new series is a great representation of those efforts, and is only the tip of the iceberg as we continue to progress in new areas of innovation including residential access control, the next level of ultimate security and control." Customized Access and Easy Installation: SmartCode Signature Series allows consumers to create two unique access codes - one code to be used by residents and another code to be given out for temporary access. "Guests or workers requiring access should never compromise your home's security. SmartCode allows you to create a secondary code for temporary access, providing the option to quickly and easily change it to eliminate any risk of the code falling into the wrong hands," said Flaharty. The next generation SmartCode Signature Series also is the only product in its category to feature a motorized deadbolt for convenient one-touch locking. Unlike other available deadbolts featuring an electronic keypad that make the lock "accessible" for locking or unlocking, SmartCode users enjoy true "one touch" locking because the motor moves the deadbolt, providing true user convenience. Unlocking the door is equally simple, with only input of the code required to move the lock, and no additional handle turning for true "one finger" door unlocking.   Additional convenience and security is provided through the system's automatic door locking feature that can be activated or deactivated by the homeowner. For further peace of mind, all SmartCode deadbolts are accessible with a key when needed as back-up. In addition to user-friendly features that make it convenient to utilize, SmartCode Signature Series is quick and easy to install, and will seamlessly replace any existing deadbolt.  It requires no hard wiring and is powered by four AA batteries with an expected one-year battery life.