Kaba Ilco Corp is the world’s largest manufacturer of key blanks. In addition, the Ilco® line features a broad line of key machines, automotive key equipment and solid brass replacement cylinders.
Kaba Ilco introduces their 7-pin Yale format LFIC cylinders in Satin Brass & Satin Chrome finishes. Built for durability and protected by the Peaks Plus patent through 2042...
Ilco has added to its motorcycle key lineup. The following key blanks are now available.Harley Davidson: X287/HYD15, X283/HYD16, X284/HYD17, X285/HYD18 and X286/HYD19 Honda motorcycles...
The following remotes were added to the ILCO line this spring:PRX-HON-5B3 Honda 5-Button Prox (KR5V2X V44) for 2017-2021 Honda Civic, 2017-2021 Honda CR-V, 2016-2021 Honda Pilot...
The Silca Poker automatic duplicator from Kaba Ilco is designed for easy operation. The portable, lightweight Poker Pro has only two buttons, the Start and Stop. This design provides...
Kaba Ilco’s new Peaks Plus patent-pending keys and cylinders rely primarily on conditions around the peak of the key close to the key bow and still incorporate tip and shoulder...
Ilco announced that the 2021 edition of its Auto Truck Key Blank Reference now is available. This free reference guide has been designed to assist those cutting vehicle keys ...
Advanced Diagnostics, the worldwide leader in key-programming software, announced new, economic options for purchasing software and participating in its Unlimited Token Plan (...
Kaba Ilco Corp. has announced the release of a software update for the Tri-Code HS. This update enhances the impressive capabilities of the Tri-Code HS by adding more automotive...
Rocky Mount, North Carolina (Feb. 13, 2020) – The 38th edition of the Ilco North American Auto/Truck Key Blank Reference is now available for download. This popular and FREE reference...
Rocky Mount, NC, (November 14 , 2019) – Ilco is pleased to announce another great reference tool, ilcolookalike.com. Customers can now find the Ilco Look-Alike® Remotes by vehicle...
Ilco Scratch Tickets are being randomly packed in Ilco®, Advanced Diagnostics® and Silca® branded products. Winning tickets have values of $10, $25, $50, and $100 that can be ...
Rocky Mount, NC, (August 13 , 2019) – Ilco is pleased to announce 39 new additions to the Ilco® Look-Alike® line of remotes.Click on the link below for additional details: Key...
This time of year many news outlets look back and report on what happened during the last twelve months. Each year we make a listing of all the articles which appeared in Locksmith...
Features of this new deadlatch include exit only free egress, the ability to change handing without disassembling the deadlatch, and ability to accommodate beveled, radiused and...
Security product manufacturers are searching for inventive ways to lower costs – both for them and their customers -- while maintaining a high level of product quality
Stocking, displaying and selling impulse items like decorative key blanks, key chains and key tags can significantly boost the retail lock shop's bottom line.
LocDown by Marks USAThe Custom Lock Division of Marks USA has introduced the Maximum Security Mortise Lockset, designed specifically for school applications where the latch can...
Ilco added a large number of models its ever-growing Look-Alike line of remotes and remote headed keys (RHKs). The latest release added 70 models. The remotes and RHK cover the...
The Silca Flash Mobile by Ilco is a portable, mobile duplicator for edge-cut keys. It’s a battery-powered version of the Flash 008 machine. The 24-volt battery allows the machine...
Ilco added 12 models to its growing line of Look-Alike remotes. The new remotes are for Toyota, Scion, Kia and Volkswagen models. The following remotes cover the following models...
Ilco is now offering its ADA mortise and rim turnknob is now available with a satin black finish (29). Ilco's ADA mortise and rim turnknob is also available in 03, 10B, and 26D...
Ilco has released an updated brochure for TeamKeys officially licensed keys. TeamKeys are licensed by their respective leagues. The official hologram is included on the packaging...
Ilco introduces four new additions to the Ilco Look-Alike line of remotes and 2 new transponder keys. The latest 4 additions to Look-Alike Remotes brings us to 168 SKU’s in this...
Ilco introduced Chipolo Classic; the solution for keeping track of your keys, purse, bookbag, cell phone, and more. Find your phone… even if it’s on silent! Just double click...
Rocky Mount, NC, (June 18 , 2019) –Ilco is pleased to announce “even more” additions to the Ilco Look-Alike® Remote Keyless Entry, Remote Head Keys and Proximity Remotes. Download...
Rocky Mount, NC, (May 6, 2019) – Ilco introduces the “First to Market” Cloning Solution for Toyota® “H” Texas® 128 bit transponders. Cloning is a simple read/write process using...
Rocky Mount, NC, (March 12, 2019) – Ilco is please to introduce the latest Futura Model, the Futura Auto. The Futura Auto is an electronic key cutting machine with one cutting...
Ilco announces the availability of the EA and EB Schlage® Everest® Keyways for the 1 1/8” (28.6mm) and 1 1/4” (31.7mm) Mortise, Rim and the 1599 KIK Cylinders. Like the originals...
Rocky Mount, NC – Now available from Ilco is the 06V Best® key clamp for Futura edge-cut models. The 06V clamp will secure edge-cut style Best® keys, regardless of keyway. This...
ALOA Booth 303Ilco introduces the first worldwide 80 bit transponder cloning solution for Ford®, Hyundai® and Kia® models that are using Texas® 80 bit transponders. You can also...
Rocky Mount, NC (May 8, 2018) – Ilco introduces the first worldwide 80 bit transponder cloning solution for Ford®, Hyundai® and Kia® models that are using Texas® 80 bit transponders...
Ilco has announced two new package offers for Futura Owners:Futura Software Subscription that was previously available for annually is also now available for three, five and ten...
The 36th annual edition of the Ilco® North American Auto/Truck Key Blank Reference is now available for download from the Ilco website. This is a free reference from Ilco. It ...
The 36th annual edition of the Ilco® North American Auto/Truck Key Blank Reference is now available for download from the Ilco websiteThis is a free reference from Ilco. It has...
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces an engraving kit for the Futura Pro and Futura Pro One. Owners can further increase the capability of these machines with this new kit. The special ...
Ilco Smart4Car remotes are unique, stylish, compact and once programmed, duplicates the functionality of the original keys for over 450+ vehicles.There are two (2) physical key...
Ilco introduces the latest line of Ilco Personali-Keys®, officially licensed Realtree® designs. Realtree is the most popular camouflage brand in the outdoor sporting market and...
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces the Flash 008 Mechanical Key Duplicator for typical cylinder and vehicle keys. It will also cut cruciform keys and other keys with long blades, tip ...
Rocky Mount, NC (August 16, 2016) – We are pleased to announce that our new Ilco Van begins touring the Eastern United States this month. The van will be accompanied by our company...
The Ilco Smart4Car™ solution is a universal remote keyless entry system that consists of one universal modular head and one universal flip key head. Both styles are offered with...
Kaba Ilco Corp. has developed a unique, non-traditional line of decorated keys. Personali-Keys® Mates are two separate and functional keys but when placed together, they form ...
The following new automotive key blanks are in inventory and available from Kaba Ilco Corp.: HO05-PT: Honda 2013-2016 Accord, 2014-2016 Civic, 2013-2016 Crosstour, 2014-2015 CR...
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces the ADA124 hard case with a custom molded interior designed to hold the Advanced Diagnostics MVP Pro or T-Code Pro. The case also provides accessory...
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces itsa compact, lightweight Universal Residential Remote. With the Ilco EZ®-4U, you can program up to 4 different doors and/or gates. Duplication of an...
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces the Twister II, an economical, manual key cutting machine for duplicating a wide range of “laser” (sidewinder), flat cut dimple and Fichet® type keys...
ALOA Booth 301Kaba Ilco Corp.'s introductory line of Ilco® Look-Alike® Key Shells for North American applications consists of 25 different automotive key profiles. This line offers...
Kaba Ilco Corp. announces the 33rd annual edition of the Ilco® North American Auto/Truck Key Blank Reference. This free reference is designed to assist those cutting keys with...
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces the S2600 Series LFIC housings that accept the Schlage® style LFIC interchangeable cores. The S2600 line is available in both mortise and rim style....
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces the latest model of the Ilco Mini-Mite key machine, popular for its ease of use, lightweight portability and compact design. These features make it ...
Rümlang, Nov. 7, 2014: Kaba Group has acquired Advanced Diagnostics Ltd. of Nuneaton (UK) and its related company Advanced Diagnostics USA Inc., based in Las Vegas (USA). The ...
SALEM, VA (March 1, 2011) –Security professionals/YouTube fans who watch Arrow Lock’s latest demonstration video for the Arrow Revolution – focusing on its retrofit capabilities...
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces a new key featuring the American Eagle. The oversize head allows for a beautiful, artfully decorated design. The US Eagle design is available in SC1...
Many different code machines are on the market. Your choice may depend on which model you favorite distributor stocks, recommendations from fellow locksmiths or none of the above...
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces the Matrix II, the latest addition to its popular Matrix Series of high security key duplicators. In addition to rugged construction and user-preferred...
More than 95 percent of new North American passenger vehicles are equipped with some type of engine immobilizer system. Of this number, more than 80 percent of these vehicles’...
Kaba Ilco Corp. announces the 32st Annual Edition of the Ilco® North American Auto/Truck Key Blank Reference. This free reference is designed to assist those cutting keys with...
An updated TKO Guide is available for download from the Ilco website at http://coremedia.kaba-ilco.com/key-systems/literature_grid/key_download.aspx?File=2014_SDD_TKO.pdf&Attachment...
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces the GTH Multi Transponder Head for use with the Ilco Modular Key System. The GTH head is compatible with the RW4 Plus, Ilco EZ®-Clone Plus and Plus ...
Rocky Mount, NC - Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces the Ilco EZ®-Code II; the second generation looks very much like the first generation however, the major changes are in the hardware...
The new UC199 electronic code and duplication key machine from Kaba Ilco Corp. performs high quality key duplication from the original key, copies with adjustments (stand-alone...
Kaba Peaks cylinders are available in a variety of cylinder sizes which results in six arrangements of pin sizes and stack totals for A2 systems and six arrangements of pin sizes...
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces its dual lever, manually operated key machine for standard (edge cut) key types. The dual lever design provides ultimate control of both the lateral...
An updated 2013 TKO/SDD Guide is available for download for the Ilco website, www.ilco.us, located under the tab Literature / Support, under Automotive Key Tools, Equipment & ...
Rocky Mount, NC, (May 10, 2013) - Kaba Ilco Corp. has announced that the Ilco® line of Armed Forces Decorated Key Blanks have undergone a refreshing facelift. New designs convey...
When a Dodge Ram’s key cannot be cloned, we used an Ilco TKO programming tool to program an additional transponder key. The customer just purchased the vehicle from a dealership...
The Engrave-It XP is simple to operate and designed to engrave a broad range of items in both the lock shop and institutional environment. This unit is capable of marking keys...
Secura Key: Wiegand Card SupplierChatsworth, CA - Secura Key has been and continues to be a reliable and trusted manufacturing resource for many types of access control cards....
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...
The Kaba Ilco Universal II code machine is an economical choice which can be the workhorse of your shop for years to come. Since new cards can be easily made, it will never become...
Kaba Ilco Corp. 's Engrave-It XP model offers some of the similar features found on the larger Engrave-It™ PRO and offers an affordable alternative for the shop, store or institutional...
High security (sidewinder/laser) style keys are increasing in popularity, making a high security key duplicator a necessity. An economical solution for duplicating both internal...
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...
Kaba Ilco Corp. introduces the Edge Cut Kit for the Tri-Code HS. The optional “Edge Cut Kit” offers the capability to cut standard “edge cut” vehicle keys, while providing all...
The concept of chipless transponder key blanks offers locksmiths the ability to continue to use a customer’s transponder in a new key blank or blade. Retrofitting the damaged,...
Wireless Remote ReleasesAlarm Lock has introduced wireless remote releases (transmitters) for their Networx locks in a single button desk mount design and a four button keyfob...
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...
TWENTY YEARS AGOLedger reported on a new law in Clark County, Nevada, requiring locksmiths to have a business location of not less than 300 square feet. The Dor-O-Matic junior...
Kaba Ilco Corp. is offering a new line of competitively priced, Grade 1 Quality Storefront Hardware and Exit Devices. Our deadbolts, deadlatches and paddles have been cycle tested...
TWENTY YEARS AGOMark Bates presented a guest commentary concerning what locksmiths should do as security products changed towards electronics. His analysis was exactly right. ...
MorphoAccess VP Named Best New ProductMorphoAccess VP from MorphoTrak Inc. took the top honor at the Security Industry Association's 2012 New Product Showcase (NPS), winning the...
Kaba Ilco Corp. announces that the Kaba Access Control E-PLEX® 3000, 3200, 3600 and 3700 series Narrow Stile Locks may be paired with the Ilco 129 Series Rim Exit Device. The ...
Kaba Ilco Corp. offers six new Collegiate Personali-Keys®, expanding the offering to 32. New additions are: Kansas (Jayhawks), Kansas State (Wildcats), Louisville (Cardinals),...
Major Mfg. HIT-66-281Major Manufacturing has introduced thee Schlage CO Series mortise lock template, the HIT-66-281. This multi-part aluminum anodized template has hardened drill...
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...
TWENTY YEARS AGOMilt Wolferseder explained the Mosler insulated record container safes. Ledger reported on the sale of Precision Safe Products to Ilco Unican in February of 1991...
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...
Tthe 30th Annual Edition of Kaba Ilco Corp.'s North American Auto/Truck Key Blank Reference is now available. This free reference is designed to assist those cutting keys with...
Kaba Ilco Corp.'s new Locks & Exit Device - Storefront Hardware catalog is available now. The Ilco line of locks, exit devices and accessories offers installers quality, competitively...
Benefits of a high security lock system far outweigh the costs. Every commercial customer can use the key control and increased security which high security lock cylinders provide...
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...
I recently had the opportunity to visit Rocky Mount, N.C., to be part of an automotive lock and key training. I’ve been selling to the locksmith community for 18 years now and...
TWENTY YEARS AGOKey machines were featured in the December, 1991 Locksmith Ledger. Dimark International explained their line of Borkey key machines (now sold by MBA USA). Ilco...
High security sidewinder keys are becoming the key type of choice by more and more car manufacturers. Some of these keys can be used to operate the door and ignition locks while...
Removing Shear Head BoltsRemoving the ignition switch with mechanical lock from Honda, Toyotas, etc. requires removing the two shear head bolts. They are called shear head bolts...
Check and Question Every BillIn tough times, every penny counts. A great way to control those little expenses which in good times you seem to forget, is to check and question ...
With a label marked "proudly Made in USA," Kaba Ilco Corp. is putting its reputation on the line with a new 057 HS manual key duplicator for high security automotive keys. After...