Locksmith Ledger

iCLONE two-piece key blanks allow locksmiths to mix and match Jet key blades with different removable electronic heads and transponders as needed, keeping inventory down while enabling the largest number of applications.

Article • July 2nd, 2012

The Price of Automotive Remotes and Emergency Keys

The price of automotive remotes and emergency keys are to say the least expensive

Blog • June 11th, 2012

RKE Remotes

STRATTEC Security Corp. is doubling its offering of General Motors RKE remotes from 12 to 24 with the addition of Cadillac CTS and Escalade remotes. The initial 24 remotes released have applications for later-model GM vehicles from 2007 -2013. These...

Product • June 8th, 2012

Everest 29 Key System

Schlage introduces the new Everest 29 key system providing patent protected security through 2029. Patent protected key systems prohibit key duplication and assist a facility owner or manager in maintaining key control. The new patented key design...

Product • June 8th, 2012

Tools for Servicing Interchangeable Cores

Specialized IC tools help locksmiths service or recombinate cores, determine pin lengths, cap the pin chambers and cut and decode keys.

Article • June 4th, 2012

Locksmithing etc.

KeyWatcher Key Control System Morse Watchmans has introduced the KeyWatcher ® Touch and the KeyWatcher Illuminated key control systems. They feature the KeyAnywhere and KeyFind capabilities. KeyAnywhere allows the return of a key to any...

Article • June 4th, 2012

Automotive Supplement 2012

Automotive Supplement May 2012

Document • May 7th, 2012

Locksmithing etc. May 2012

New Caterpillar Code Series Caterpillar appears to have two new code series for their 2012 trucks. We have received one key code from each series. One code series appears to use Chrysler depths and spaces and the Y157 style key blank. These...

Article • May 2nd, 2012

Why Buy STRATTEC Security Corp. Locks and Keys?

Are Original Equipment Products a little more pricey? Sometimes (licensing is certainly not free). Are Original Equipment products backed by warranty and design? Absolutely!

Article • May 2nd, 2012

Collegiate Personali-Keys®

Kaba Ilco Corp. offers six new Collegiate Personali-Keys®, expanding the offering to 32. New additions are: Kansas (Jayhawks), Kansas State (Wildcats), Louisville (Cardinals), PennState (Nittany Lions), Pittsburgh (Panthers), and University of...

Product • April 3rd, 2012

Servicing Guide: 2011 Hyundai Sonata

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata uses the new Hyundai high-security four-track lock system. All Hyundai high-security lock systems are based on the older Lexus system. The Hyundai system has 12 cuts, with six cuts located on each side of the key. All of the...

Article • March 2nd, 2012

Locksmithing etc. March 2012

Adams Rite 4600 Series Lever Trim Adams Rite has introduced the patent pending 4600 Series Lever Trim for the Adams Rite 4300, 4500 and 4900 latches and the Dual Force 2190 and 2290 interconnected locksets with either upward or downward motion. A...

Article • March 2nd, 2012

News Briefs: Kaba-Ilco Releases Two Publications

Rocky Mount, NC – Kaba Ilco Corp. has released the 30th Annual Edition of the North American Auto/Truck Key Blank Reference. This free reference is designed to assist those cutting keys with an organized and easy-to-use reference. Printed copies...

Article • March 2nd, 2012

Diversity Counts

An automated key duplicator, installed at Bog box stores, allows the public to make their own duplicate keys.

Blog • February 21st, 2012

Bianchi USA Releases 2012 Automotive Guide

Bianchi USA announces the release of its new 2012 Bianchi Automotive Guide which is now available to locksmiths and automotive security professionals. The guide features information on Bianchi transponder keys, clonable keys, key kits, 884 cloning...

News • February 13th, 2012

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