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Frontline: A Useful LPP Variation

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A Useful LPP Variation

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lthough all people may have been created equal, all master key systems were not. As institutional locksmiths, most of our resources tend to relate to large master key systems with many bittings needed. But there are almost always areas with minimal bitting needs as well.

For example, I recently did a hospital rekeying. It had nearly 1800 cores, divided into three main categories and with ten major departmental areas, each of which had about eleven separate master key groups, for a total of 110 master keys, ten grand master keys, 3 great grand master keys, and one overall great great grand master key. Oh, and there were also about 20 areas whose keys had to be keyed unique and not a part of the master key system, yet on the same keyway.

combinations available for rekeying to accommodate lost keys, and was set up so that no core was used in the same door in a six year period. Therefore, the system for it needed to have available a 50% expansion for each year, and enough bittings available to scramble those each year for six years, or as many as 21,000 bittings. The fraternity/ sorority areas on the campus had about 1500 with the same expansion and scramble needs, totaling a need for as many as 10,500 bittings. On top of that, we had all the athletics areas, each with its own master key and all under the general Athletics master.

But each of these systems also had Academic Buildings and Administrative areas, each with its own master key system which had to not permit interchange with any of the others. And there was often a need for some slightly At one University, the smaller master keys for areas residence halls had about within each. For example, in 3,000 cores in use each the academic buildings there year, and had enough core could be a need for a shared -4 • The Institutional Locksmith & Security 04-13.indd 4

master key for some areas for use by grad students. In the administrative buildings, there was a need for a few different departments. But otherwise, the systems were typically small and with only a few masters needed for the functions described. These are examples of institutional academic master keying jobs. They differ from the large, complex systems with many different masters needed for floors, wings, sections, etc., that we often see in residence halls and typically see in hospitals other than their administrative and pharmacy areas. Early books and articles and discussion for Locksmiths typically centered upon “Partial Progression,” where certain chambers used only the bitting cut depth from the Top Master Key on every key in the system, and in the other remaining positions used various key bittings that did not match the Top Master Key bitting for that position. In my recent books and articles, I refer to that as LPP or Limited Position Progression. This technique fell by the wayside in general locksmithing with the 1982 task force that was the predecessor of the LIST Council, so there is no official term for it in the LIST Council dictionary. In spite of that, several members of the task force, including Wiegend Jensen, developed a technique of developing an LPP system that involved creating a TPP system, and then instead of using it as it was developed, used pages from the system as though they

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were independent systems, and pinned them only to the master key actually needed to accomplish the needs of the system. In other words, they broke the TPP system up from being Total Position Progression, to being several smaller Partial Progression (LPP) systems. Because the original Top Master Key (TMK) was not actually used in the systems created by this breaking apart of the original TPP system, the TMK became commonly referred to by practitioners of this technique as the Theoretical Master Key, while the actual master key used to calculate the pinning became the Top Master Key. However, Theoretical Master Key is NOT an approved term in the LIST Council dictionary, and should be avoided when speaking with mainstream locksmiths or manufacturer’s representatives. This technique created a system that was simply a new RCM that was “incomplete” as far as the Council was concerned. They considered this to not be a “Method” but a “teaching Technique or Style.” Yet most of the master keying software on the market was developed using this basic technique and focusing on “Levels of Keying” needed. Often, Locksmiths who were “trained” by the Total Position Progression focused courses were often confused by software based upon “Levels of Keying,” which dealt more with partial progression (Limited Position Progression). In an earlier article, we discussed development of an

LPP system. But this article will focus instead on a variant of the technique that offers some distinct advantages to the Institutional Locksmith dealing with academic or administrative areas which are almost always not under a general campus master key. Our systems can be on standard key numbering, typically with ten possible cut depths, either numbered 0 through 9 or 1 through 0 where the zero is considered deep instead of shallow, or they can be on institutional key numbering systems, where the increments are larger, and there are typically six cut depths, either numbered 0 through 5 or 1 through 6. The ten depth uses parity (pattern of odds and evens) and a step increment of two, while the six depth uses no parity and a step increment of one. If the system utilizes small format interchangeable cores, there typically is no MACS restriction, and we do not need this technique to deal with them. Unlike other possibilities, they also typically are seven pin, which is still unfortunately rare otherwise. But if our system does not use SFIC, it typically has a MACS of 7 for ten depth numbering or 4 for six depth numbering. We will start by assuming the ten depth system, using parity and two increment drop and a MACS of 7. The two most commonly used parity patterns for a six pin key are OEOEOE and EOEOEO. As we all should be aware, there are actually 26 July-August 2013 •-5

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parity patterns that create reasonably usable systems. They are shown in Chart One. Patterns other than these tend to create keys that either have too many cut depths that are the same, or have too many keys that violate the MACS (Maximum Adjacent Cut Specification) and are likely to be uncuttable. However, one of the tenets for this technique is when dealing with ten depth numbering, we ONLY use parity patterns of EOEOEO or OEOEOE. That is the first limitation of the technique for this variant of the LPP. The basics of LPP are that once we select a parity pattern, we choose master key cuts for the Top Master Key, and then decide on the size of the system needed.

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Chart One.

Because these smaller systems do not typically require several levels of master keys of varying authority, we do not usually factor “Incidental Master Keys” into our calculation of the size needed. In

fact, in the early days, no incidental master keys appeared on the charts. However, we still have the option of utilizing limited numbers of master keys of different levels if we actually need them.

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Thus our calculation is simply based upon multiples of four (we have five Odd or five Even possible depths of cut, and will reserve one of these for the Top Master Key, leaving four). If we progress one chamber, we get a maximum of four individual bittings. If we progress two chambers, we get a maximum of 16 individual bittings. If we progress three chambers, we get a maximum of 64 individual bittings. If we progress four chambers, we get a maximum of 256 individual bittings. If we progress five chambers, we get a maximum of 1,024 individual bittings. If we progress six chambers, we get a maximum of 4,096 individual bittings.

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If we progress seven chambers, we get a maximum of 16,384 individual bittings. If you are wondering why it says a “maximum” of so many cuts, remember that the average system loses between 13% and 18% of its bittings because they are uncuttable because of MACS violations. The beauty of the variant that this article discusses is that it does NOT lose keys to the MACS violations. It develops systems that utilize only cuttable keys, and thus gives us the number of key bittings listed as maximum on the above. The most commonly used progression decisions are three chambers or four. My personal preference is to “cheat” a little here, and if I only think I need three positions progressed, I

actually progress the fourth position, but only to one possible depth, not all four. That way, I have the 64 possibilities I think I need, but if I am wrong or need to do a quick rekey of the system, I simply change the key cut in the fourth position and have what I need, without having to re-do everything. I like to use the deepest possibility first for this position, so that if I am rekeying, it is to a shallower cut, and thus no one can file their old key to make a new one that they were not issued. So we will do a single page of the SPF, but have the capability to add some pages if we later need them for any reason. The next two decisions do not affect the keys that we will get from the system, only the order in which the keys appear.

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They are: the Key Bitting Array (KBA) order, and the Sequence of Progression. If you assign your keys from the chart by randomly selecting ones for each need in the customer’s system, there is little reason to vary either of these in an LPP system. In TPP (Total Position Progression) we are doing up to 256 pages of charts for a seven pin key or 64 pages of charts for a six pin key, or 16 pages of charts for a five pin key. It seems a shame to write pages and pages of uncuttable bittings, so manipulating the KBA order makes sense. You can arrange it so that the violations occur more toward the end of the charts, and simply stop writing when you reach them! But because our system is small, we will simply use the “Odometer Order” KBA.

And if you randomly pick the bittings from each page of the chart for each individual area, there is no reason to vary the Sequence of Progression. But because many people instead assign the bittings in the order in which they appear, changing the Sequence of Progression results in keys that are not as easy for a nonskilled person to identify the pattern of, resulting in more security for the system.

I should point out that we do not, however, have to progress the chambers that are next to each other. The ability to not do that is the heart of the new technique this article will introduce.

But it does not affect the bittings we get and the fact is that with our system being relatively small, we should be able to assign the bittings randomly. So we will not bother to change the sequence of progression for this system. We will progress from right to left, in what is commonly referred to as “Odometer” sequence.

For example, in this variant, we will NOT use a 0, 8, or 9 on the top master key in a position that will be progressed. We will be assigning three positions as non-progressed, and three as progressed. The three for each will either all be an odd position or all be an even position. In other words, either we are progressing only odd cut positions, or progressing only even cut positions.

The first step in building the KBA is to select the Top Master Key. Instead of the long list of eight rules that we normally see, this one has some rules that are totally different.

And for our non-progressed positions, we will limit the cuts based upon its parity. If the non-progressed positions are odd, the only cuts available to use in those positions on the Top master Key are 1, 3, 5, or 7. If the non-progressed positions are even, the only cuts available to use in those positions on the Top master Key are 2, 4, or 6. For the progressed positions, if they are Even, you can use 0,2,4,6 or 8. If they are Odd, you can use 1,3,5,7, or 9. There are, in other words, no limitations on the cuts chosen for the Top Master Key in progressed positions, except that they match the position parity. However, if we are going to progress four Continued on page 10

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Chart Two.

positions instead of three, the fourth position must have the same limitations on the TMK cut as those listed for the other non-progressed positions. This is the only exception or complication to the variant. So develop a KBA, by writing the chosen Top Master Key cuts and then in the chamber positions that are to be progressed, write the remaining cut depths that match the TMK parity for the position. As stated, we will use the Odometer order for the KBA, but it really makes little difference when using LPP, even without this variant. Now fill out the SPF. (You can download blank forms for partial progression (LPP) at: http://www. locksmithingeducation.com/ LPP.pdf) or create your own using quadrille graph paper. While you can do this without a chart, the chart reduces the possibility of errors creeping in. To fill it out, we determine which positions are being progressed and what order

Chart Three.

to progress them in. On our KBA chart, we typically use a small letter a to designate the first position to have changes occur in, a small letter b to indicate the second progression sequence where changes will occur, a small letter c to designate the third progression sequence, and a small letter d to designate the fourth progression sequence. Our d position - when using this technique variant - cannot be next to a position where the TMK cut is a zero, one or nine. If we were only progressing three or four positions, these would be the only letters needed, but we could put an x to show positions that do not change. If our system needs only three positions, but we are adding a position reserved for future needs, I mark that position with the symbol “xd” to indicate it either is not progressed or would be capable of being progressed as the fourth progression sequence, where the number is held for an entire page of the SPF charts. Once our SOP is identified, we are ready to begin

progression. However, to avoid errors in placement, I suggest filling in the nonprogressed chambers first as shown in Chart Two. Then do the first progression sequence, then the second and finally the third, ending up with a complete SPF as shown in Chart Three. To progress the first progression chamber (often identified by small letter a in the Sequence of Progression as we mentioned) use each number one time, repeating after every four. Therefore every block in the SPF chart looks just like the KBA in the first progression position. Fill out the entire page in this position. Next locate the second progression position. In the second progression position, we use each number four times, filling up a block with each of the bitting possibilities. Each new block going down gets a new bitting from the KBA. At the bottom of the column of blocks, you will have run out of possibilities in the KBA, so each column after that Continued on page 12

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will look just like this one in the first two progression positions.

that the old keys cannot be filed down to.

Now locate the third progression position. In the third progression position, we use each number sixteen times, filling up a downward column with each of the bitting possibilities. Each new column across gets a new bitting from the KBA. At the end of the page, you will have run out of possibilities in the KBA.

My recommendation in such a case would be to use the 3 for the Top Master Key in an odd position, and use a 7 on all the other keys in that position on the chart. That allows you to later use the 1 as needed to replace the 3 if the TMK has been compromised, or the 5 to replace the 7 if too many keys were lost and you wish to keep the same master but change all the keys to ones that the old keys cannot be filed down to.

If we are progressing the fourth position, either as a single bitting depth only or as a complete progressed position, we use the number there with the entire page. This position can be any position not already progressed, but most people will find it easier to use one of the positions farthest to the left. Remember that it CANNOT be a position next to a 0, 1, or 9 cut, however. In one of the fourth progression sequence you could do a progression using a single cut depth if you chose to, using only a single SPF chart page. If you are fully progressing the fourth position, you would instead use as many charts as possibilities exist for that position of the KBA.

If we have no need of multiple levels of master key authority, the SPF chart is now done. If we need a master level below the top master key, the SPF referred to by the URL listed earlier includes a place to list the vertical master, which controls 16 bittings in a vertical column of the chart. It uses all the cuts that the bittings in that column have in common, but in the “a” and “b” progression sequences it uses whatever cut is in those positions on the TMK. This is the position where the keys in one block differ from those of the lock below or above it and the position where each key in the block has a different cut depth.

My recommendation in such a case would be to use For those rare times when the 2 for the Top Master Key we need a key that can be in that position if it is an even used for special circumstances position, and use a 6 on all the that operates bittings from other keys in that position on more than one column, the chart. That allows you we have the option of the to later use the 4 as needed, Horizontal Master Key. This either to replace the 2 if the uses the c and a positions TMK has been compromised, instead of the b and a. These or to replace the 6 if too many are the positions where keys were lost and you wish each block ACROSS uses a to keep the same master but different bitting depth and the change all the keys to ones position where each key in the -12 • The Institutional Locksmith & Security 04-13.indd 12

block uses a different bitting depth. You can write them into the blank space to the right of the blocks if you are using the downloaded LPP pdf. If you needed a small department master, using a single position from the TMK in the first (a) progression sequence will allow the resulting key to operate a given block of four bittings. These systems should suffice for most academic or administrative areas. If you are dealing with a numbering system that uses six depths instead, the system is much easier to develop. Instead of using five possibilities in the progression matrix of the KBA, eliminate either the shallowest or deepest cut from usage. In other words, instead of having a numbering system from zero to five, you would have either a set from one to five or zero to four. Instead of a numbering system from 1 to 6 you end up with either a set from 1 to 5 or from 2 to 6. When you are finished, the KBA will have four cut depth possibilities for the progression matrix in each position. Use the LPP pdf that was downloaded earlier or a similar one, and progression is quick and easy. Using this variation of the LPP we end up with more secure master key systems for our Academic Buildings or Administrative areas, and lose no bittings to uncuttable keys. This is a very useful technique for the Institutional Locksmith to have in his or her master keying toolkit.

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trim covers match gate hinges, lighting and yard accessories to create a cohesive outdoor living environment. The ADA compliant latches have both vertical and horizontal adjustments and no hardware is visible. locks have 10 styles and five functions to cover most needs. Available in zinc or brass with or without a key retaining function, the series is designed for drawer locks, cabinet door locks and sliding door locks. The IC function enables drawers, cabinets and doors to be keyed alike or different for applications into existing master key systems in offices, health care facilities and more.

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Detex automatic swing door systems meet specific needs in Hospitals and

D&D Rekeyable Gate Latch The LokkLatch Magnetic from D&D Technologies is a rekeyable gate latch with

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CCL’s 72 Series lock housings for Best style small format interchangeable core

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medical buildings. Used at entrance doors, in surgical areas, on cross-corridor doors – anywhere complete access without hands-on door contact is required – Detex Automatic Swing Door Systems are proven performers.Certain healthcare applications require a combination of components to meet the needs of specific applications. Detex features a range of hardware designed specifically for healthcare uses. In addition, Detex provides Continued on page 22

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complete systems that efficiently meet more complex application requirements. Customers can select the exact components that suit a certain application and know that the components will integrate easily with each other and function well as a system. Detex Swing Door System components include the AO19 automatic door opener that can operate light or heavy doors in low energy applications and has controls mounted and pre-wired in one unit, as well as electrified Advantex® panic hardware, keypads and card readers. These can be used for interior doors where the general public can access a wall button or authorized personnel can use a keypad or card reader, or for exterior doors that open with a wall button for assisted entry during the day and restricted entry after hours.

Hon, Knoll, Haworth, Kimball, Timberline, and more. With exceptional locksmith discounts, free same day shipping, and real people to answer questions 12 hours a day via phone, email and LiveChat, EasyKeys.com is a one-stop-shop. www.easykeys.com/locksmiths

duty switch functions with mountings fabricated of heavy materials with engineered integration of cylinder housings to the switch for durability and positive pole and throw protection, ETI key switches can be supplied in numerous architectural finishes and LED configurations. www.etiproducts.net

ETI Products ETI’s Medeco compatible ICME Series interchangeable core switch control design features meet the needs for many commercial and institutional applications where security, anti-vandalism and safety issues are required, such

Jet Names New Reps New sales representatives for Jet Hardware Mfg. include Dean Henke of DCH Sales for North and South Dakota, Wyoming, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas and Missouri; Ed Skaaland of Tarpon Sales for Florida; and Dick Fitzgerald of Mid-Atlantic Sales Group for Pennsylvania and the Baltimore/Washington area.

New Capacitor drives Kaba Power Plex A pump of the lever is no longer needed to activate the PowerPlex 2000 series of pushbutton access control locks from Kaba ADS Americas. New proprietary PowerStar technology in the

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EasyKeys.com EasyKeys.com provides office furniture keys, lock cores, change keys, master as in access control systems, sports complex equipment, power gates and doors, alarm systems and more. The switch can be panel mounted or supplied with optional faceplate in narrow stile, single gang and double gang configurations. Locksmiths now can establish high security key control with the feature of keys and key blanks for over change key cylinder function. 100 manufacturers including Available in 15 different heavy Steelcase, Herman Miller, -22 • The Institutional Locksmith & Security 20-29.indd 22

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series does not rely on wiring or batteries. Instead, the locks use built-in super capacitor technology to store power up to 14 weeks with no activity. The lock provides access by entering a programmed PIN code, and allows free egress, eliminating concerns associated with issuing, controlling, and collecting keys or cards. Multiple key override options are available. Additional features include 1000 event audit trail, cylindrical, exit device and mortise installation compatibility, five levels of programmed authority accessibility and tamper-proof lock out and adjustable re-lock. The ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 locks have a three-year warranty. The new PowerPlex 2000 Series replaces all EPS2000 PowerStar push-

button locks.

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Since his certification, Shuford has conducted four forensic investigations and provided evidence based strictly on facts, data, and methodologies. Over the past five years, Shuford has taught over 300 classes and instructed more than 3,500 students from 48 states and 16 countries about the ins and outs of electronic and mechanical locks as well as key control systems.

Kaba ADS Trainer Earns CFL Designation Rick Shuford, product trainer for Kaba Access and Data Systems (ADS), has been awarded the title Certified Forensic Locksmith (CFL). To achieve this designation from the International Association of Investigative Locksmiths (IAIL), Shuford completed rigorous training and intensive local, state, national, and FBI background checks. As one of only 39 CFLs in the United States, Shuford can provide expert testimony in legal proceedings on locks and keys—more specifically to determine how an act occurred or suggest what device was used to gain access

Kaba Mas X-10 After extensive General Services Administration (GSA) testing, the X-10 high-security electromechanical combination lock, developed by Kaba Mas, has been determined to meet the U.S. Government’s requirements and expectations

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for an electromechanical combination lock designed and manufactured to protect unattended national security information (NSI). The X-10 is a self-powered combination lock using Kaba’s PowerStar™ technology and is impervious to external manipulation and environmental attack. The X-10 has been specifically engineered to meet the stringent requirements of the U.S. Government Federal Specification FF-L-2740B, Style 1 and is the first to be approved for the Qualified Products List (QPL) and will be added upon the next QPL revision. We are looking forward to meeting the supply demand once the GSA begins their procurement process, but at the current time, the X-10 is not commercially available.

The Federal Specification FF-L-2740B supersedes FF-L-2740A, describes the electromechanical combination locks approved under this specification that will be used on new and existing GSA approved security containers, vault doors and with pedestrian door deadbolts. “Meeting the new Federal Specification on the only submittal and being the first to be approved by the GSA validates our commitment to innovation,” says Virgil Boler, Agency Approval Liaison of Kaba Mas. “The testing and evaluation is an ongoing process. Our responsibility extends beyond the initial operational examination. We are responsible for the performance of each and every lock we produce. Material and quality inspections of the X-10 will be administered continuously and are an integral component of our achievement. The X-10 provides all the benefits of high-security electronic locking while maintaining the reliability of a mechanical lock, independent of batteries or outside power sources. www.kaba-mas.com

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and textures make correct key selection easy, simply by touch. The differing shapes and textures of the keys make quick selection of the proper key easy with no more fumbling in the dark by the consumer. PVC molded heads in the College Keys line are from 53 different schools. A rounded head with the school logo is available as are sports icons for basketball, football baseball and hockey. Baseball and hockey are not available for all schools. The keys are being offered exclusively by Kaba Ilco Corp. in the US, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. All PVC keys include an attached key ring and are available in SC1 and KW (fits KW1, KW10) keyways. PVC keys are individually carded one per card, five per polybag (same keyway and design). Cards measure 1 ¾” x 4 1/8” with an easy hanging hook. The company has also added 22 different designs in the standard line. Designs include Aces, Four Leaf Clover, American Flag, Baseball, Butterfly (six different varieties), Car, Flaming Dice, Flower, Green Frog, Hamburger, Palmetto (three colors), Skull, Key I Continued on page 26

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Have Not Lost, Texas, Soccer Ball and Basketball. www.ilco.us

Keyline USA is Bianchi’s New Name The Keyline USA name may be new, but the company has been around since 1770.

Effective this month, Keyline USA is the new name of the North American division of the Bianchi 1770 Group. Keyline is the brand name utilized worldwide by the Bianchi 1770 Group companies, and the new Keyline USA branding is designed to unify marketing efforts under the one label. Existing Bianchi machines do not change, and technical support, North American specific automotive guides and customer service will continue through Keyline USA’s Ohio headquarters. The Bianchi family has been manufacturing keys, key machines and more recently transponder servicing tools, for over 230 years. In 1770 Prospero Bianchi founded a wrought iron key artisan factory in northeastern Italy. In 2001 following two mergers of the original family company, Massimo Bianchi, creator of the first electronic key-cutting machine, acquired Key Line, an Italian manufacturer of keys and key cutting machines as well as several other small manufacturing companies to form the Bianchi 1770 Group.

Subsequently in 2003 Bianchi USA was created to sell both Bianchi and private branded products in North America.

individually packaged, 100 per package.

Keyline USA retains Bianchi USA’s telephone (440-7168006 or 800-891-2118) and fax (216-803-0202) numbers, but the web address changes to www.keyline-usa.com and email address changes to info@ keyline-usa.com. All of the current product, support and download information on the current Bianchi USA website will transfer to the new location.

Lockmasters’ Shermantor Emergency Safe Dial

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The 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. Locate the contact points, and slide the dial down next to the door

LAB BEST interchangeable core kits and pins are now available from LAB distributors. The LAB brand kit for BEST A2 IC includes top pins 2B-19B in full hard brass and bottom pins 0A-9A in nickel silver. There are 100 top pins per size and 200 bottom pins per size.

and tighten the set screws with the dial on the correct number for the contact point. Then you can just dial the combination to open the safe. Part Number LKM585 Web: www.lockmasters.com

Medeco M100 Wins SIA New Product Showcase Award for Best Wireless Access Control Product

The LAB Mini DUR-X kit for Best A2 IC has 15 brass top/ master pins, 10 nickel silver bottom pins, as well as BEST springs long and BEST caps. LAB brand BEST cylinder springs and LAB brand BEST pins and caps are also available

The Medeco M100 eCylinder with Aperio™ technology provides a fast and economical way to upgrade interior doors to access control where greater accountability or access flexibility is required. The M100 is a simple cylinder replacement for an existing mortise-style mechanical cylinder and requires absolutely no wiring or alterations to the door, the frame, or the door hardware. The M100 installs in minutes; completely revolutionizing

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access control. The M100 was developed around common access control protocols allowing it to be easily integrated into existing electronic access control (EAC) equipment. The M100 electronic cylinder communicates wirelessly to an Aperio™ hub using a secure connection. The hub connects to the existing EAC panel using RS-485 or Wieg and protocols, depending on the system. Medeco’s M100 is the only retrofit eCylinder on the market today that integrates into existing OEM hardware and software. The M100 is part of an extensive family of Aperio™ products available from ASSA ABLOY Group brands. www. Medeco.com/ecylinders

Norton Door Controls PowerMatic® 6000 Series The 6000 Series Operator combines intelligent door control with reliable, energyand cost-efficient operation and can be configured to meet virtually any site, activation or system integration requirement. Its versatility makes it ideal for use in government buildings, convention centers, hospitals, schools and colleges and a wide variety of business and commercial applications. The 6000 Series is designed for easy installation and maintenance. Its modular construction facilitates one-person installation and its built-in LCD screen and joystick controller enables easy setup without the need for special

tools or training. The fullfeatured Operator interfaces with electronic hardware and integrates with electronic access control systems. Its built-in intelligence provides features like Push and Go, which opens the door to its full-open position during manual activation, and Obstruction Detection on both the open and close cycle. The unit operates as a mechanical surface closer when power is off by incorporating a Norton Grade 1 7500 Series heavy-duty door closer. The Norton 6000 Series Operator provides a host of additional useful features. Its large 1.3A onboard power supply can accommodate multiple system peripherals. The unit’s on-board electronics collect usage and cycle count data

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to facilitate preventative maintenance and diagnostics. If desired, the unit can be ordered with an optional infinite hold open feature. The Norton 6000 Series Operator can be either push or pull side-mounted and is nonhanded. It can be operated manually or activated by push button, hands-free and RF devices. The 6000 Series Operator can be installed on doors with a maximum door size of 4’0” x 8’0” and 250 pounds can be used on firerated doors and meets ADA requirements. www.nortondoorcontrols.com

Rosslare AC-215IP Networked Controller Full-featured, yet simple to install and operate, the AC215IP panel supports up to 30,000 users, 20,000 event log entries, over 2000 doors, 4000 outputs, 4000 inputs, and uses flash memory to enable easy firmware upgrades. It can be grouped into over 1000 subnetworks ensuring the right access is given to the right people.

while requiring less setup and installation time. The AC215IP also seamlessly upgrades into an existing network, requiring less time to configure and manage. When used in combination with Rosslare’s AxTraxNG™ software system, the AC215IP provides full security management over the premises. AxTraxNG™ easily integrates with the following Rosslare’s solutions: AxTime™ – Time & Attendance management software. ViTrax™ – Video management over network, ViTrax™ is a network video recorder (NVR) that supports a wide range of IP cameras as well as open protocol devices such as Onvif and PSIA. HLX40 – State-of–the-art wireless intrusion panel supporting up to 39 wireless zones and over 20 wireless devices. AxTraxNG™ is the new generation in Access Control Management software. AxTraxNG™ is a complete server-client software management system that allows managing modular networked access control panels. It is user-friendly, intuitive, reliable, and rich in functionality. Using the cutting-edge development platform, AxTraxNG™ enables integrating and deploying various security and Time & Attendance applications with ease. AxTraxNG™ is an integration platform that can be easily integrated into third-party solutions using the Rosslare’s SDK.

The AC-215IP is a powerful and adaptable access control solution with a range of powerful features including car parking management, Wiegand protocol customization, global anti-passback, supervised inputs/outputs, unparalleled networking abilities including TCP/IP and on-site/off-site LAN and WAN communication for remote access management, integrated application capabilities, and smart security logic rules enhancing safety -28 • The Institutional Locksmith & Security 20-29.indd 28

Secura Key Publishes RFID Card Capabilities Guide The new e*Tag Card Capabilities Guide is designed to help RFID customers learn about the various options available for Secura Key’s RFID credentials, such as package sizes, Inlay sizes, Inlay types and manufacturers, custom encoding, custom graphics and printing, variable data (bar codes and numbering) encoding to match bar codes, laser numbering, inkjet numbering, and special form factors. The guide features photographs of sample artwork used by actual customers for various applications. It also shows standard artwork layouts, and it includes a guide on how to order cards with custom artwork. The guide presents all of the available credential options, so that the customer can select the credential that is exactly suited to their application. This new card capabilities guide is available in PDF format. www.securakey.com

Videx The CyberLock family of access control products allows users to track and control access throughout a facility. The audit trail provided by the lock and key helps water utilities meet Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) security guidelines aimed at protecting watersheds and sources of drinking water. The CyberLock system

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directly access all of the lock’s features from the Digital Life app. Lock and unlock doors from a smartphone, tablet or PC virtually anywhere in the world, schedule users or create customized entry scenes for family members, neighbors and service providers. With Yale Real Living and AT&T Digital Life, parents can even receive an alert when the kids arrive home from school.

includes electronic locks and programmable keys that enable water utilities to control and monitor access to entry gates, chemical feed areas, watersheds, water wells, and other water sources. The electronic locks and keys record openings and unauthorized attempts to gain entry. The detailed audit reports of lock and key activity demonstrate a water utility’s due diligence in securing their physical assets. The system’s email alerts keep management updated so informed decisions can be made when security issues arise. www.videx.com/lock3

Yale Locks & Hardware Yale will be the lock provider for AT&T’s Digital LifeSM, a home security and automation system. Yale Real Living™offers electronic deadbolts that easily integrate

The Yale Real Living locks come with two user interface options: a durable acrylic touchscreen or simple and elegant 12-button keypad, both with the option to use a key. www.yale2you.com

with AT&T Digital Life to provide a sophisticated access control system that provides enhanced security and convenience. Yale Real Living residential access control locks, available with either a sleek touchscreen or pushbutton keypad, offer the ultimate in home security when integrated with Digital Life, allowing the homeowner to

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Architectural Hardware Cores Plus 855-581-2673 • www.coresplus.com Page 15 Detex 800-729-3839 • www.detex.com Pages 6,7 KSP/Killeen Security Products 800-577-5397 • www.iccore.com Page 23 Securitron Magnalock Corp. 623-582-4626 • www.securitron.com Pages 11, 31 Select Products Limited 800-423-1174 • www.select-hinges.com Page 27 TownSteel Inc. 626-858-5080 • www.townsteel.com Page 3

Electronic Locking Systems ETI Products 877-384-ETI1(3841) • www.etiproducts.net Page 23 Keys, Key Machines, Tools & Equipment Cobra Key Systems 509-466-1918 • www.cobrakey.com Page 19 The Hinge Tweaker 814-454-0738 • www.hingetweaker.com Page 29 HPC, Inc. 847-671-6280 • www.hpcworld.com Page 5 Kaba Ilco Corp. 800-334-1381 • www.ilco.us Page 21 Monarch Coin & Security 800-462-9460 • www.monarchcoin.com Page 29

Associations and Trade Shows Institutional Locksmiths Assoc. (ILA) National www.ilanational.org Page 9

Padlocks Squire USA 505-404-8480 • www.squirepadlocks.com Page 19

Wholesale Distributors Access Hardware Supply 510-483-5000 • www.accesshardware.com Page 12 CLARK Security Products 800-854-2088 • www.clarksecurity.com Page 2 H. L. Flake Security Hardware 800-231-4105 • www.hlflake.com Page32 Pasek Corporation 617-269-7110 • www.pasek.com Page 19 Silver Sales 800-258-5625 • www.silversalesusa.com Page 29 Southern Lock & Supply Co. 800-282-2837 • www.southernlock.com Page 30 Stone & Berg Wholesale Locksmith Supply Co. 800-225-7405 • www.stoneandberg.com Page 15

This index is provided as a service. Publisher assumes no liability for errors and / or omissions.

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