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Ford, Lincoln and Mercury have introduced their 80 bit transponder technology for a number of their 2011 model vehicles. The 80 bit technology expands the operational capabilities while increasing the security features. The 80 bit technology is...
Determining exactly what the end-user needs and installing the best door closer with the appropriate arm and options will give your customer many years of trouble free operation.
Ledger technical editor Jerry Levine recently sat down with a lock shop supervisor for a major university. Topics of discussion included the duties of an institutional locksmith, hardware choices and future trends towards more electronic door hardware...
With the introduction of electronic locks many years ago, some locksmiths predicted that by this time all metal keys would be extinct. Nothing could be further from the truth.
Arrow Lock™ has tested its Revolution Touch-screen keyless entry system under the world’s harshest conditions, including fire, water, impact, and freezing cold. The result: Revolution proved rugged even in the toughest challenges. (See...
Kaba Ilco Corp.’s Bravo III with EZ Jaw®won the “Best New Product Showcase” award at the ALOA 2010 Convention and Trade Show.
A total of twelve products were submitted to ALOA for the New Product Showcase. These products were displayed on the...
For more than 40 years, school facility managers and security personnel responsible for selecting a door access system have essentially had one option: a local control panel hardwired to power and individually wired to a maximum number of door...
With this networked security system, school principals can lock every door immediately in case of emergency, using a master switch in the school office.
KEYS FOR TOOL BOXES
There has been a significant increase in questions and code requests for tool box lock keys. We have access to many of the tool box key codes; however, there are many new tool box locks being introduced. For example, Kobalt Tool...
The Schlage SXF2110P-K mid-range keypad/proximity card reader is ideal for applications utilizing legacy proximity systems in which users wish to incorporate two-step verification - something the user has, such as their proximity card, plus something...
The Q-Bolt TM drop-bolt combines rust-free polymer mounting brackets with an electro-polished and powder coated stainless steel bolt that provides superior corrosion resistance. Polymer mounting brackets also help prevent corrosion, as they eliminate any...
Secura Key has updated its entry level SK-EZ/IDKIT3 to include the new Ultra Magicard Pronto Printer. SK-EZ/IDKITs are complete packages that include everything you need to begin making color photo identification badges using your access control cards...
Bondhus introduces a unique line of FELO brand multi-bit screwdrivers. The handle magnetically holds eight different bits - easily accessible with a simple push/twist of the cap. Three models in the "Bit Boy" 370 series include fixed blade with magnetic...
