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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.
The 2009 expansion of Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale, AZ, was all about the doors - literally and figuratively.
From a figurative perspective, the expansion opened up the door to a new level of medical attention and patient service With...
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...
When you’re located just steps away from the campus of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), one of the most prestigious technical schools in the world, building security and access control is a subject that has to be taken seriously...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Master Lock's Electronic Keypad Deadbolt fits all doors with standard deadbolt prep and provides convenient, keyless access. It also includes patented NightWatch® deadbolt technology for enhanced security while meeting ANSI grade 2 standards. Eight...
Belden introduces aline of F, BNC and RCA Compression Connectors and Tools, along with the availability of both standard or custom-configured Cable Assemblies. When the new Connectors and Tools are used in combination with Belden Coaxial Cable, they...
Foster Transformer introduces a pair of transformers for use in many industrial control systems including access control. Transformer models 15951 and 15952 are UL and C-UL listed to UL 5085-3, Class 2 Transformers, and UL 1411 Transformers and Motor...
