History The history of Bellingham Lock & Safe and Security Solutions is synonymous with the history of Bellingham itself - both share recognizable names, landmarks, growth, and 100 year anniversaries! Bellingham Lock & Safe began in 1904, when Hugh Diehl and Charlie Stanbra started a bicycle and locksmith business. In 1971, Jim Vos took charge of the business and oversaw its growth from a basic locksmith shop to a diversified safety and security business. The company has evolved to offer a full complement of products and services including: • fire suppression equipment and systems • fire and security alarms • access control • surveillance systems and more. Jim's sons, Jamie and Tobey, joined the business in the mid-90s -- together, the Vos family has continued the tradition of