April 2012

Distributors

Know Your Distributors 2012 Chart

April 11, 2012
Locksmith Ledger presents our annual chart showing distributors serving the locksmith industry, with product categories, shipping charge information, available added-value services...
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People & Places: Lumidigm Names Shermetaro CEO

April 2, 2012
The Board of Directors of Lumidigm Inc., the multi-imaging biometric identity management company, has appointed Lumidigm Board member Mark Shermetaro as CEO. Lumidigm Co-founder...
Distributors

Know Your Distributors 2012

April 2, 2012
Information includes contact information such as headquarters and branch locations, phone and fax numbers, e-mail addresses and web sites. We also list product categories (locksmith...
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Ziptide April 2012

April 2, 2012
Made In USA CompaniesEditor:Thank you for this article. I think supporting our United States-based manufacturers is often overlooked as people tend to focus on the bottom line...
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LCN drop plate solves installation issue
LCN drop plate solves installation issue
LCN drop plate solves installation issue
LCN drop plate solves installation issue
Door Hardware

The Impact of Closers, REXs and Electric Strikes On Door Control

April 2, 2012
Typical door issues caused by faulty door closers are doors which are hard to open, do not close completely, slam, or leak hydraulic fluid.

More content from April 2012

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A Never-Ending Drama

April 2, 2012
A well-meaning Illinois politician has introduced a new locksmith bill HB3091 in the Illinois general assembly. The bill states that when a locksmith commences work involving ...
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Distributors

Q&A: CLARK Security President Susan Kuruvilla

April 2, 2012
CLARK customers now have access to Anixter’s deep inventory of wire, cable, and data cabling solutions, security products, and related accessories, which enables them to take ...
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Fire rated latch
Fire rated latch
Fire rated latch
Fire rated latch
Door Hardware

Fire Door Essentials

April 2, 2012
Inappropriately deployed locking hardware endangers lives.
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Distributors

People and Places: U.S. Lock Employee of Month

April 2, 2012
U.S. Lock’s Tom Shaughnessy has been named “Employee of the Month” for January 2012. Shaughnessy is U.S. Lock’s City Sales Supervisor as well as mentor to fellow employees. He...
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Obama tours factory
Obama tours factory
Obama tours factory
Obama tours factory
Locks

The Great Event: President Obama Addresses Master Lock

April 2, 2012
Security was tight for Feb. 15 speech in Milwaukee
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Protec 2 system
Protec 2 system
Protec 2 system
Protec 2 system
Locks

Abloy Introduces Protec 2

April 2, 2012
This design features a new disc controller and provides lengthy patent protection
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Distributors

Distributor Profile: Boyle and Chase

April 2, 2012
Boyle and Chase has been a Rotondi family-run operation for more than 60 years. It began when Tony Rotondi took over a small paint, wallpaper and hardware storefront in Hyde Park...
HES RF7010 Electric Strike with Prox Reader
HES RF7010 Electric Strike with Prox Reader
HES RF7010 Electric Strike with Prox Reader
HES RF7010 Electric Strike with Prox Reader
HES RF7010 Electric Strike with Prox Reader
Electronics & Access Control

HES Provides An Integrated Access Control Solution

April 2, 2012
HES Integrated Prox Products combine a 7000 Series electric strike with latchbolt monitor capability with an HID® Prox reader or iClass reader.
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The Back Page, April 2012

April 2, 2012
TWENTY YEARS AGOGinny Merrifield explained how to compete with retail hardware outlets for business. Charles Cole looked at the Medeco Patriot key control program. A bit of humor...
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HIT-66-281
HIT-66-281
HIT-66-281
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Door Hardware

Locksmith etc. April 2012

April 2, 2012
Major Mfg. HIT-66-281Major Manufacturing has introduced thee Schlage CO Series mortise lock template, the HIT-66-281. This multi-part aluminum anodized template has hardened drill...
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Distributors

Distributor Profile: Security Lock Distributors

April 2, 2012
Security Lock Distributors (SLD) is recognized as one of the country’s largest stocking distributors of door and security hardware. SLD has been servicing the needs of the lock...
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Drilling from the obverse side
Drilling from the obverse side
Drilling from the obverse side
Drilling from the obverse side
Keys/Tools

Retrofitting Knob Locks to Lever Locks Made Easy

April 2, 2012
Use A1 Security Manufacturing’s BUL-3 retrofit jig for bored lever locks
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Distributors

From Generation to Generation

April 2, 2012
Locksmith distributor Arnie Goldman takes a historical look at his family business
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Door Hardware

7700 Series Door Operator

Arrow Lock™ introduces the 7700 Series Low Energy Door Operator, ideal for retrofit applications and converts interior, non-fire rated doors to automated door openings. This product...
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Keys/Tools

Heavy Duty Key Retractors

With dozens of key reels available, Lucky Line Products is your key retractor source! And now we’re introducing six new heavy duty retractors. Choose mid-size or standard size...
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Electronics & Access Control

4850-LCD/4850-PoE

Save power and save on dollars. Low current draw electric strikes mean you can use smaller power supplies on your everyday installations. It also means you can wire the strike...
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Electronics & Access Control

ENFORCER Universal Door Strike

Feb. 27, 2012
The ENFORCER Universal Door Strike can be used with virtually any cylindrical lock system and can be configured for use in wood, aluminum, or metal doors. Included are three different...
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Electronics & Access Control

8500 Series Electric Strike

Feb. 23, 2012
The HES 8500 series is the first concealed electric strike solution for mortise locksets. This revolutionary electric strike works with 3/4" mortise locksets in either metal or...
Vd 5100 Elec Strike
Vd 5100 Elec Strike
Vd 5100 Elec Strike
Vd 5100 Elec Strike
Vd 5100 Elec Strike
Electronics & Access Control

5100 Series Electric Strike

The Von Duprin 5100 Electric Strike has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of locksmiths and security professionals. This easy-to-install electric strike was created...
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Electronics & Access Control

ROFU 2400 Kit

The 2400 electric strike has quickly become one of ROFU's biggest sellers. If you demand the options, the 2400 kit has them! It’s now UL listed for burglary protection, low profile...
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Locks

Weather-Resistant Wing Locks

Illinois Lock Company manufactures a complete line of weather-resistant wing locks suitable for both indoor and out­door applications. A built-in flip-up cap provides superior...
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Electronics & Access Control

Universal Strike Model 57

Jan. 30, 2012
With one standard strike body and two different option packs, effeff’s versatile new universal strike model 57 provides up to 12 different versions for almost every electric locking...
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Door Hardware

Windstorm Flatbar Exit Device

Yale Locks & Hardware introduces the 2100(F)WS Flatbar Exit Devices, ideal for a range of industrial exit applications and certified ANSI/BHMA A156.3 Grade 1. This windstorm solution...
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Electronics & Access Control

BEA Electric Strikes

Dec. 7, 2011
BEA’s new electric strikes are designed to work in a wide variety of applications, allowing remote operation of the door’s locking latch. The Rim Exit surface-mounted electric...
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Electronics & Access Control

F2164 Fire-Rated Electric Strike

RCI's F2164 “all-in-one” fire rated electric strike is designed for offset and centerline latch entries. The F2 combines strength, (1500 lbs holding force) and convenience, (all...