Lockmasters’ Door-In-A-Box High Security Door Kits, available from distributor JLM Wholesale, include the door, frame, locking device, hardware, and fasteners all pre-installed...
The Lockmasters’ Enforcer Punch Kit, part number LKMENFORCER, offers two unique gripping options with a 3-1/2" hand guard. The first handle option offers a lower impact punch ...
The Lockmasters Enforcer Punch Kit for safe locks (part number LKMENFORCER) provides two unique gripping options that have a 3-1/2-inch handguard. The first handle option delivers...
Lockmasters’ new 12/24V Battery Power Supply (part # LKMBPS) is a handheld, battery operated device that allows locksmiths to check the hardware without power being available ...
Lockmasters’ Shermanator emergency dial works on all 5/16” spindles. At the spline key way, slide the Shermanator over the spindle turn the spindle and wheel pack with the handle...
Lockmasters’ JumpBox is specifically designed to open electronic locks when the operating code is known but fails to successfully open the lock. The JumpBox houses a high power...
Lockmasters announced its acquisition of Lexington, Kentucky-based distributor TimeMaster.“It is our pleasure to announce that TimeMaster has joined the Lockmasters family effective...
On Sept. 1, 2020, Lockmasters partnered with Dominus Capital L.P., a leading middle-market private-equity investment firm that focuses on management-led buyouts and growth capital...
Lockmasters announces its acquision of Howard Sales Company of El Paso, Texas. Mark and Bill have been industry friends for years and with Bill turning 77 this August, they struct...
With more than 30 years of experience, Joe Staiano brings a wealth of industry knowledge in locksmithing and door hardware to the Lockmasters Inc. Government and Industrial Department...
Lockmasters continues to grow over the last 70 years. We’re proud to have distribution and training centers in Kentucky, Maryland, and now in Las Vegas, Nevada, with other...
The trick is to accurately read the sliders through the scope. This tool absolutely requires practice in order to be able to use it. However, that practice will pay off quickly...
Just as with an old Model A, when a suitable long rod is inserted, the inner handle or button can be moved to the unlocked position to unlock the vehicle. A new class of long ...
Notes From the Detroit Auto Show2014 GM Sierra and Silverado pickups will have the HU100 keyway ignition lock in a CSS type of steering column. This 2-Track high security key ...
Mazda Rebadged Ford VehiclesMazda has rebadged a number of Ford vehicle over the years. The B-Series pickup models that were equipped with a V6 engine were rebadged as Ford Ranger...
New Emtek Locks and FinishEmtek has introduced mortise and tubular entrysets and locksets for residential applications in a number of configurations and finishes. Mortise entrance...
Lockitron Lock TechnologyLockitron is a manufacturer of keyless entry using your phone. Their product is mounted over the thumbturn, having a larger turn knob in the center. The...
How Secure is Your Front Door?Yes, there are four deadbolt locks, one hasp and one thumb turn lock on this door.Camden Push PlatesCamden Door Controls has introduced the CM-54...
Five daily topics are Domestic Automotive, Automotive Key Generation, Motorcycle Key Generation, Introduction To High Security Automotive and Automotive Transponders.
TWENTY YEARS AGOOur September, 1992 issue marked the beginning of a new era as Bill Reed retired from Locksmith Ledger. Padlocks were the theme of the September issue beginning...
Cloning VolvoKeyline and Bianchi, divisions of the Bianchi 1770 Group Company, are introducing their Volvo Kit using the TK100 technology. The TK100 electronic head is designed...
New Caterpillar Code SeriesCaterpillar 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...
Adams Rite 4600 Series Lever TrimAdams 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...
When integrated with a high security lock, the single motion egress feature of the LKM7000 Lock Series creates a FF-L-2890 compliant pedestrian door lock.
New BEA Electric StrikesBEA has introduced three 12-24V AC/DC electric strike models that are UL/ULC listed for up to 1,500 pounds of static strength. The Rim Exit, No Cut and...
RSA Laboratories FAQ on RFIDIs it possible to destroy an RFID tag in a microwave oven? Yes. This is an effective approach, but a dangerous one. RFID tags can purportedly catch...
Vehicle Entry isn’t what it used to be. I’ve been making a living from selling vehicle entry tools and information for more than 20 years now, and I’m beginning to wish I had ...
Gates, Fencing and Related ProductsTS Distributors offers a variety of fencing including fabricated walk (42” wide) and drive gates (6’ wide single and double) in four-, five-...
2012 Ram Cargo VansAccording to a number of sources, Chrysler has renamed the Dodge Grand Caravan as the Ram cargo van or Ram C/V. The 2012 Ram C/V has a 1,800-lb. cargo payload...
Adams Rite Steel Hawk 4300The patented Adams Rite Steel Hawk 4300 is a non-handed, electrified deadlatch designed for aluminum glass storefront doors. The Steel Hawk 4300 is a...
Mechanical combination safe locks have been used for over a century. The example for this article will be a Sargent and Greenleaf (S&G) safe lock, but most other brands will have...
Professional locksmiths call on a variety of special job skills to generate profits. Things like basic key duplication, rekeying and lock installation are a given. Even selling...
Selling safes normally carries two additional expenses: shipping the safe to your location presale and transporting the safe to the customer post-sale.
