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    • Framon Manufacturing / Blue Dog Keys

    Alpena, MI 49707

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    About Framon Manufacturing / Blue Dog Keys

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    1201 W Chisholm St
    Alpena, MI 49707
    http://www.framon.com and www.bluedogkeys.com
    989-354-5623

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    Products and Press Releases

    Blue Dog
    Key blanks

    New Global Link Precut / Master Set from Blue Dog Keys

    Oct. 31, 2023
    Framon’s Blue Dog Keys division is now stocking the Global Link complete precut key set. This set includes one of each key in the G301-G390 as well as a Global Link change (BD986...
    Fra Dis Kwy
    Key blanks

    Framon 16-Key Dispenser Assortment

    Nov. 1, 2022
    Framon has introduced a 16-key dispenser assortment. Included in the set are keys for Kimberly Clark, Georgia Pacific, Fort Howard, Bobrick, Eagle, SCA/Tork, Baywest, Von Drehle...
    Gcode 21 S123 A
    Keys/Tools

    Framon Genericode Version 21

    June 9, 2021
    New from Framon is the updated version 21 of Genericode
    Black White
    Locksmithing parts, supplies & tools

    Framon Tubular Lock Saw

    Aug. 13, 2020
    Framon's Tubular Lock Saw, the TLS1, allows you to quickly and easily open tubular locks when the key is lost. Use the tool to drill out the bottom pins, giving you the ability...
    Safe Deposit Box Killer Kit Sdk1 Scaled
    Locksmithing parts, supplies & tools

    Framon Safe Deposit Killer Kit

    July 30, 2020
    Framon’s new Safe Deposit Killer Kit makes quick-and-easy work out of drilling S & G and Diebold safe-deposit-box locks. When traditional methods can’t be used because of o a ...
    Cpb1
    Pins, pin kits

    Framon SFIC Pinning / Capping Block

    July 30, 2020
    Framon Manufacturing's CPB1 SFIC Pinning / Capping Block was designed for locksmiths who work with interchangeable cores. The CPB1 comes with a pinning / capping block, ejecting...
    KEYS 5c0eb6e898bb3
    Keys/Tools

    Yamaha Boat Keys from Blue Dog Keys

    Dec. 10, 2018
    Blue Dog Keys now has Yamaha Boat keys by JMA in stock.YAMA-34: Yamaha Boats & OutboardsOpposite of IlcoYH52 YAMA-34D: Yamaha Boats & OutboardsSame as Ilco YH52More Info: www....
    V18 Main Screen 5b1fbd1cb8224
    Business & Technical Aids

    Genericode ME 2018

    June 12, 2018
    Genericode ME Software Update Adds Powerful New Features
    Frank Agius demos the Framon FR2 at a locksmith convention
    Keys/Tools

    Framon's FRA2 Celebrates 50 Years

    Oct. 10, 2017
    The #2 Code Machine remains one of Framon’s best selling machines today.
    V17 Main Screen 593fee2ff232d
    Business & Technical Aids

    Genericode 17 from Framon Mfg.

    June 13, 2017
    Genericode 17 is now available from your distributor or Framon Manufacturing Company. We have added new high security, cabinet, switch and padlock codes as well as several new...

    Articles & News

    Frank Agius with his #2 prototype and the 1984 version
    Key machine, key cutters

    Still the One: Framon #2 Key Cutter

    Phil Agius
    Oct. 2, 2020
    After 50 years, the venerable machine remains a great choice for locksmiths.
    Ilco Speed 045
    Home

    Keys and Key Machines are Alive and Well

    Steve Young
    Jan. 2, 2018
    Today's precision key machines allow locksmiths to deal with the increasing precision of modern locks
    A1 Mean Green Machine
    Keys/Tools

    Code Machines: The Most Important Tool In Your Shop

    Gale Johnson
    June 2, 2014
    Many different code machines are on the market. Your choice may depend on which model you favorite distributor stocks, recommendations from fellow locksmiths or none of the above...
    Ilco Universal Code Machine
    Keys/Tools

    Guide To Code Machine Cutters

    Jerry Levine
    Jan. 3, 2013
    Select the proper cutter to originate keys that are within tolerances of the original equipment cut keys and will properly operate the lock.
    Framon SD2 key machine
    Keys/Tools

    Sidewinder Machines, Then And Now

    Gale Johnson
    June 4, 2012
    Framon's SD2 now provides an economical solution for both duplicating and originating most popular sidewinder keys.
    Automotive door, ignition & trunk locks

    Ziptide February 2012

    Feb. 2, 2012
    GARAGE DOOR LOCK INFO?I have a customer with approx 50 Midland Garage doors used for two apartment buildings. Each of these doors has a small wafer lock located in the top panel...
    'HW' is clearly stamped on the plug face
    Locks

    Back Page, December 2011

    Dec. 2, 2011
    TWENTY YEARS AGOKey machines were featured in the December, 1991 Locksmith Ledger. Dimark International explained their line of Borkey key machines (now sold by MBA USA). Ilco...
    Henry (Hank) Printz
    Automotive tools

    Back Page, November 2011

    Nov. 2, 2011
    TWENTY YEARS AGOLocksmith Ledger tried to define what a 1991 locksmith was. "A Locksmith is an individual who has the ability to rekey a lock, install a lock, repair a lock and...
    Logo 10324752
    Alarms, exit

    Back Page. September 2011

    Aug. 15, 2011
    10 Years AgoExit Alarms were on the cover of the September 2001 issue of Locksmith Ledger. Dick Zunkel wrote about the Evolution and Applications for Exit Alarms. Tim O’Leary ...
    1. Six-cut Tibbe lock system
    Keys/Tools

    Tibbe Locks Live On

    June 3, 2011
    In 1988 the four-door Mercur Scorpio was introduced by Ford through Lincoln-Mercury dealers. This was a model designed primarily for European markets and the most interesting ...

    KEY CONTACTS

    Phil Agius

    Vice President Sales

    Mike Agius

    Pres.

    Ann McConnell

    CFO

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    Keys/Tools

    Framon Manufacturing Acquires Blue Dog Keys

    April 19, 2017
    BDK Resumes Operations In Alpena, Michigan
    SD2 LX 58e79237437ac
    Keys/Tools

    Framon Sidewinder 2

    April 7, 2017
    Introduced in 2009, Framon’s Sidewinder 2 allows today’s automotive technician an affordable option to begin code cutting high security keys. Out of the box, the Sidewinder 2 ...
    Main screen
    Codes

    CardXpress

    Sept. 27, 2016
    Framon Manufacturing Company's new “CardXpress” software program allows you to generate a card for an HPC 1200® or Ilco Universal® code machine quickly and easily! To make a card...
    Framon Tools 11665724
    Business & Technical Aids

    Sidewinder 2 Kits

    Aug. 25, 2014
    Two new kits are now available for Framon’s Sidewinder 2 Code Machine and Duplicator. The Chevy Captiva/Pontiac G8 kit (Part # GHMS767) will handle the 60000-62100 high security...
    Gcode Plus Lkp 10946554
    Business & Technical Aids

    3-D Pro Extreme with Genericode

    May 21, 2013
    Framon Genericode is now capable of running the 3-D Pro Xtreme key machine. Easily look up high security and standard key codes, click the “Cut Key” button and let the Xtreme ...
    Me Main V13 10914155
    Business & Technical Aids

    Genericode V13

    April 3, 2013
    Genericode Version 13 code software is now available. The program includes domestic and foreign codes including a new "Sidewinder Codes" section. An updated Vehicle section allows...
    Sd2 Lx 10832655
    Keys/Tools

    SD2-LX Key Machine

    Nov. 21, 2012
    Framon will be repackaging the Sidewinder 2 high security code machine and duplicator effective immediately. The SD2-LX will now come equipped with Honda, Volkswagen, Lexus long...
    Cylinders, high security

    2010 Locksmith Ledger Editorial Index

    Jan. 5, 2011
    This reference is issued as a continuation of the annual Locksmith Ledger Editorial Index. The listings cover the material that was published in the Locksmith Ledger during 2010...
    Locks

    Specialty Tools Make the Locksmith’s Job Easier

    Steve Young
    Nov. 1, 2010
    Here’s a first look at some of the newest tools for the automotive locksmith.