April 2017

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Know Your Distributors: Full 2017 Listings

April 4, 2017
Full information from 200+ distributors serving the locksmith market
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Know Your Distributors 2017

April 4, 2017
Full information from 200+ distributors serving the locksmith market
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Gate Hardware By D&D Technologies

April 3, 2017
The MagnaLatch© ALERT Gate Latch-Alarm combines the best attributes of the MagnaLatch with a dual-alarm system (sight and sound alerts) that significantly raises the bar for pool...
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Distributor Profiles: Preferred, Top Notch, American Key, Access Hardware

April 3, 2017
Locksmith Ledger questions distributors in four market segments: web-based, full stocking, automotive and electronics
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Back Page, April 2017

April 3, 2017
Twenty Years AgoArnie Goldman, IDN-Hardware Sales, wrote an article outlining how Medeco was bypassing distributors and selling direct to locksmith dealers. Leslie Bonk, Brown...

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Yale Assure lock compatible with Amazon Alexa
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News / People April 2017

April 3, 2017
“Alexa, Lock My Front Door”BERLIN, Conn. – Yale Locks & Hardware announces that its Yale Real Living® deadbolts and levers with Z-Wave® or ZigBee® are compatible with Amazon Alexa...
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Electronics & Access Control

Hager: Hinges and Much More

April 3, 2017
The new 34K Series Standalone lock is keypad programmable, non-handed, ADA compliant, comes with a tamper attempt alarm and has a dual-gasket design to keep out weather.
1. The 1982 Renault Fuego was the first vehicle equipped with a keyless entry remote.
Keys/Tools

Transponders and Remotes in 2017

April 3, 2017
Car dealers see stepped-up security technology as a reliable way to force vehicle owners back to the dealerships. Automotive locksmiths and others in the automotive service field...
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Notes from the Editor: Working Together

April 3, 2017
During my locksmith career there were two sources for locksmith supplies. Standard parts were available from locksmith distributors and unusual decorative items were available...
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Know Your Distributor Partners

April 3, 2017
Locksmiths want availability of the right product, on-time delivery, sound technical support and easy access from their distributor partners.
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Locks

New Applications for Smart Padlocks and Cabinet Locks

April 3, 2017
Many traditional applications for camlocks now can be better served with smart padlocks and keypads because the newer technology is less vulnerable to picking, and doesn’t carry...
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Door Hardware

School Security: Doors Locks and Beyond

April 3, 2017
Much more is involved than locking a classroom door. For best security management, set up a broad perimeter and use multiple elements to plan to safeguard the building occupants...
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Electronics & Access Control

Tech Tips: Electromagnetic Locks, Wiring & Power Supplies

April 3, 2017
Even though most electromagnetic locking systems will include other components in the system, the power supply is the one absolutely necessary component for any electromagnetic...
With ASSA ABLOY's IN100 Aperio® wireless lock, remote lock/unlock can be accomplished in less than 10 seconds.
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Lockdown as Part of Your Active Assailant Strategy

April 3, 2017
The right school lockdown solution, combined with a well-thought-out plan and training, can make all the difference in a crisis situation.
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The Locksmith in the Time of Trump

April 1, 2017
Hoping the next four years will be positive for business is a waste of time. Go to work, put your efforts into maintaining a good smart business, and the rest will take care of...
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Ziptide, April 2017

March 14, 2017
Strong March IssueEditor:Thought I just share that I particularly liked the cover picture of the March edition of the LL. It certainly caught my attention.John Hubel, CML, ICMLKeejon...
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Electronics & Access Control

Codelocks CL4510 Standalone Smart Lock

March 8, 2017
The CL4510 packs intelligence, convenience and flexibility into a new smaller form-factor
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CCTV, Photoimaging & Related Equipment

Westinghouse Security Starlight Cameras

March 8, 2017
Westinghouse Security announces the addition of the Starlight color camera series to their product lineup. Available in a turret or bullet model, these cameras capture high resolution...
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Electronics & Access Control

SDC 2017/2018 Catalog

CAMARILLO, CA – February, 2017 – In an effort to operate in a more eco-friendly, sustainable fashion, SDC abandoned the traditional industry practice of producing large, product...
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Locks

Illinois Lock RapidCam™ Adapter

Wheeling, Illinois – The innovative new Illinois Lock Company RapidCam™ spring bolt cam adapter replaces the flat steel cam used on traditional cam locks with a glass-filled Nylon...
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Keys/Tools

igloohome Smart Keybox

Feb. 16, 2017
igloohome has created a world's 1st smart lockbox, and it even works offline. It solves access issues for short-term rental hosts, and home or property owners. The igloohome Smart...
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IDN-Armstrong's Catalog

IDN-Armstrong’s, a distributor of door hardware and security related products, announces the February release of the 15th Edition Product Catalog. Hundreds of items have been ...
Smart Aerial from Advanced Diagnostics
Keys/Tools

Smart Aerial

Smart Aerial from Advanced Diagnostics enables locksmiths to write pre-coding data onto various transponders found within vehicle keys. In particular, Smart Aerial is able to ...