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  • Locksmithing Etc.

    CHRYSLER UPDATE The 2006-on Dodge Charger is factory equipped with an ignition lock not available through the aftermarket. The Original Equipment ignition lock on the 2006-on Dodge Charger is wafer only, being equipped with double throw wafer...

    Article • April 1st, 2007

  • Developing Floor Master Keys Within Existing Master Key Systems

    Two different methods can be applied to develop sub-master keys within an existing master key system: a traditional method and the unconventional “guerilla” approach, designed to get maximum results from minimum resources.

    Article • April 1st, 2007

  • Installing the Von Duprin XP98/XP99 Center Case Retrofit For Rim Exit Devices

    Warranty: 3 Years Time to Install: 45 minutes to one hour Tools: 10-24 tap, 1/4-20 tap, drill bits, tools to adjust door closer, drill motor, 5/64" hex wrench I was invited to the retrofit of a Von Duprin 99 Series Exit Device...

    Article • March 1st, 2007

  • Safes & Locks

    Product Spotlight

    Article • February 1st, 2007

  • How to Compete with The Big Box Retailer

    One of the most daunting challenges facing the locksmith industry today is how to compete with the Big Box Retailer.

    Article • February 1st, 2007

  • Making Vats Ignition Keys the Easy Way

    This system was designed primarily for use on VATS ignitions, but we have tested it on other six-cut GM ignitions as well.

    Article • February 1st, 2007

  • Marks Enters the High Security Field

    Marks USA enters the high security field with its Marks HI-Security cylinders that feature a dual locking system.

    Article • January 1st, 2007

  • High Security Cylinders and Protected Key Stock

    Lock manufacturers are depended upon to control the issuance of key stock.

    Article • January 1st, 2007

  • Key Bumping Solutions

    Think of the recent key-bumping media frenzy as an opportunity to educate your customers and the general public on the value of high security locks.

    Article • January 1st, 2007

  • System Planning: Power Requirements

    When you’re doing the groundwork for your access control project, a good place to begin is determining the line voltage requirements.

    Article • January 1st, 2007

  • Unlocking “Deadlocked” BMWs

    The deadlock on these vehicles is automatically activated within a few seconds after the vehicle is locked, regardless of how the vehicle is locked.

    Article • January 1st, 2007

  • Safety by Design

    The patented Turner Deadbolt Lock from Safety by Design is a cylindrical deadbolt that locks from the outside with one keyless turn.

    Article • December 1st, 2006

  • Understanding Wedging

    The facts are that wedging is a part of most car-opening jobs, but there is a right way and a wrong way to go about it.

    Article • December 1st, 2006

  • Master Lock Fights Key Bumping With NightWatch Deadbolt

    The rigid thumb turn idea is a good one and unquestionably stops key bumping with a system that the consumer can readily understand.

    Article • December 1st, 2006

  • Blue Dog Keys, the Odd Key Source

    If you need a common, an unusual, an odd or hard to find foreign or domestic key, do you know where to start the search?

    Article • December 1st, 2006