Throughout the year, manufacturers of locks and door hardware make it easy for locksmiths to upgrade their skills and / or learn something new to help their locksmithing businesses...
IDN-H. Hoffman Hosts Chicago Security ConventionIDN-H. Hoffman, a distributor of door hardware and security related products, hosted its sixth annual Chicago Security Convention...
Allegion Listed on NYSENearly one year to the day when Ingersoll Rand first announced that it would spin-off its security business, executives from Allegion celebrated the company...
One of the most satisfying parts of my job is to pick up the phone several times a day and answer questions from subscribers. No two questions are ever the same and it often becomes...
Locksmiths who are out of their comfort zone with electronics are migrating to access control with standalone pushbutton lock solutions such as the Codelocks 5210 and NetLock....
Defeating Scammers & Getting More BusinessEditor:We are constantly aware of the impact scammers are having on our bottom line and the industry in general.We develop our customer...
Detex EAX-300 Series Exit AlarmDetex EAX-300 Series door prop alarms are designed to notify the end user when someone has opened or kept open an alarmed door or gate too long....
Advantages of analog security camera systems are lower cost and lower hard drive and network bandwidth requirements. Advantages of IP camera systems are much higher resolutions...
For those areas that need higher security, ask your distributor, dealer or manufacturer for products created specifically to meet the rigors of such locations.
Up north, very fine dust gets into tight crevices, clogging up everything from springs to tumblers. T-handle locks and mailboxes also need a lot of care. After treatment with ...
We install the new ACSI 1550K-MDV Motor Drive Electric Latch Retraction Kit onto a Von Duprin XP99 Series Rim Panic Device that incorporates the patented two-piece latchbolt.
Alarm Lock upgrade kits allow your customers to extend their level of access control, security and programming to network capable proximity/keypad equipped electromechanical locks...
Kaba Peaks cylinders are available in a variety of cylinder sizes which results in six arrangements of pin sizes and stack totals for A2 systems and six arrangements of pin sizes...
TWENTY YEARS AGOLocksmith Ledger reported on the State of the Industry. Like a Monday morning quarterback, it is interesting to look back and read the problems and perspectives...
The EL Series Wireless Access Control Solution from STANLEY Commercial Hardware is a web-based solution allowing the end-user to easily and effectively manage access for both ...
This ultra-thin, narrow keypad is flush mounted for wall or door mullion applications. The tamper-resistant fasteners allow for secure installations. An optical sensor coupled...
The Dortonics 8112 Series standalone access keypad provides a cost-effective solution for control of independent doors and gates. All programming is accomplished from the front...
FJM Security Products announces the addition of the Combi-Cam E lock to its family of KeyGuard® Key Cabinets. FJM Security’s durable KeyGuard® Electronic Key Cabinets are constructed...
The GateGuard® Wireless Access Control System allows wireless 2-way voice communication with visitors and remote control of gates for optimum security and convenience. Portable...
Renata Batteries of Switzerland announces 2 new Keyless Entry battery assortments designed especially for the professional locksmith. These assortments simplify entry into the...
Steelcraft has eliminated contractors from having to apply traditional tar-like, foul-smelling, hazardous bituminous coatings on grouted masonry frames. Instead, Steelcraft has...
The SR Slug Ejector is the only slug removal tool designed to remove slugs from the smallest of hole saw tubes. This tool will help you save time and money. No more jammed saw...