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Patented, Proprietary and Restricted Key Blanks and Related Lock Mechanisms

To preface this article, I am not an attorney and the following information is intended to provide a general understanding of the terms higher and high security, key control, patented, restricted, proprietary and other terms used by lock manufacturers...

Article • December 6th, 2010

JMA Automotive Key Blank Numbering System

JMA manufactures more than 30,000 different key blanks, requiring a large and efficient key numbering system.

Article • December 3rd, 2010

Bianchi 884 Decryptor Ultegra: Cloning Transponders at the Vehicle

How to clone Philips Second Generation Crypto Transponders for the 2009 Jeep Compass

Article • December 3rd, 2010

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Company • November 2nd, 2010

Specialty Tools Make the Locksmith’s Job Easier

Here’s a first look at some of the newest tools for the automotive locksmith.

Article • November 1st, 2010

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Article • November 1st, 2010

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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...

Article • October 1st, 2010

STRATTEC 80 Bit IPATS and IKT Key Blanks

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...

Article • October 1st, 2010

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Article • August 5th, 2010

Cloning the 2nd Generation Philips Crypto with Kaba Ilco RW4 Plus or Ilco EZ®-Clone Plus

We cloned the Philips Crypto transponder (“V” chip) equipped Honda remote head key from a 2007 Honda Accord using an RW4 Plus.

Article • August 5th, 2010

Philips Crypto Key Blank Cloning Guide

More than 160 models of vehicles use the Philips Crypto transponder chip technology. Philips Crypto cloning equipment enables you to clone keys for approximately 400 vehicle models.

Article • August 5th, 2010

Impulse Buying Through Customers’ Eyes

The sales of impulse items and the standard over-the-counter sales of duplicate keys, etc., can go a long way to cover the costs of day-to-day operation.

Article • July 6th, 2010

Automotive 2010 Supplement: STRATTEC Update

STRATTEC continues to expand its product lines to provide a more complete range of lock products for locksmiths. These include ignition repair kits, coded locks and locksets, lock servicing tools, key blanks and previously unavailable locks.

Article • May 3rd, 2010

Automotive 2010 Supplement: EK3 Disassembly Tool

While assembling the two parts of an electronic key is easy, disassembly can be difficult without Kaba Ilco Corp.’s new EK3 Head Removal Tool.

Article • May 3rd, 2010

Automotive 2010 Supplement: JMA TPH Adapter for the TRS5000 Cloner

The TPH Cloner attachment enables key duplication for most Honda®, Nissan, Chrysler, Mitsubishi®, General Motors® and many other brands equipped with Philips® Encrypted Technology.

Article • May 3rd, 2010

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