Lockdecoders new key

Lockdecoders have just released a new Key-Crypt Pro software update. It is version pc software P43 and device 211.
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The jail that needs new locks!

The Putnam County jail in Tennessee has failed its 2011 Corrections Institute inspection and if the findings listed in a recently issued report are left uncorrected, the facility could lose its state certification.

Faulty locks are the main culprit, officials say. It could cost the county up to $165,000 to replace 48 of those door fixtures in two medium security areas.

Databac introduces new business development team

Vince Holley retires - sales team expands.

Following the early retirement of Vince Holley, Databac (www.databac.com) is pleased to present its new sales team. Samantha Garc'a and Daniel Davis join Damian Booth and Max Ebdy to look after Databac's accounts and develop new business in the British Isles, US and Africa, supported by Nicky Jermy and Jenha O'Reilly in customer support and purchasing.
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Terminator junior's job as a security guard

What better lineage could you want to provide security than being the Terminator's son?

Patrick, 17, only had to keep Paris Hilton and Mario Lopez safe today, while his 63-year-old father saved the world on at least two occasions as the famous cyborg (apart from the first film, when he was the villain. But he said he'd be back, didn't he?)

Arnold leant his support to his son, who was was allocated to oversee security for the Extra TV team, who filmed in The Grove mall in L.A, where Patrick is doing an internship.

Laptop lock takes only seconds to crack

by Marc Weber Tobias

Writing in his blog on Forbes.com Marc Weber Tobias slates one of the biggest names in computing for selling locks that do not work.

Going on to say that he issued a security alert as long ago as 2004 and went on to write several articles about defective locks designed to prevent theft of laptops, since then responsible manufacturers made significant changes. But this one apparently hasn't.

Master Lock Co brings the work back home

Master Lock Co's 90-year-old factory in Milwaukee, USA, is working seven days a week, three shifts per day producing its combination locks - a change from two years ago, when the machines normally ran just a few hours a day because it was ordering more padlocks from suppliers in China instead of making them itself.

Why the change?

"I can manufacture combination locks in Milwaukee for less of a cost than I can in China," says Bob Rice, a senior vice president.

The machine in Milwaukee is about 30 times faster then the Chinese factories the company had been buying from, more than making up for the difference in wages.
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Locked out

The Napier Museum, one of the 'must sees' for any visitor to the Indian state capital city of Kerala, was closed for two days due to the door key jamming in the lock. After several locksmiths tackled the problem the museum finally opened after the offending key was reground.
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UAP Tradelocks send a Platinum Thank You to the MLA

UAP Tradelocks have come a long way since the launch of Tradelocks at the last MLA exhibition in 2009, and what better way to say 'thank you' to the MLA than by becoming the Platinum Sponsors of this year's show on 9th-11th September 2011.

The popularity and success of trade exhibitions has proven to be rapidly increasing within the industry as the numbers of attendees continue to grow. With suppliers, distributors and customers alike travelling from all over the UK and even a little bit further afield, locksmithing and security exhibitions are an incredibly effective way of keeping up to date with the latest tools, developments, news and events in the industry.
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Lockdecoders Toyota Remote shells

Lockdecoders are running a special offer of Toyota remote shells (no transmitter or transponder) either 50 assorted or 50 of a single item for £150.00 plus vat and shipping.

These are the remote shells the company has in stock using Silca part numbers:

TOY41R 2 button
Toy43 2 and 3 button
Toy43 new style 2 button
TOY47 2 and 3 button
Toy 48 2 and 3 button.

This offer is valid until the 30th Aug 2011.

Tel: +44 1322 407790
Email: [email protected] 
Web: www.lockdecoders.com

Yale's one-stop-shop locksmith solution on show at MLA Expo

Yale will be showcasing its latest range of services together with a selection of digital and mechanical security devices at MLA Expo.

Visitors to stand 70 will be able to find out more about Yale's dedicated services to Yale Locksmiths and those who choose to register their interest can take advantage of special online opportunities, including the popular 'Find an Expert' consumer facility.
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UK Cyber Security Challenge

Hundreds of aspirant cybersecurity professionals are to compete to prove their credentials in coming days as the new programme of Cyber Security Challenge competitions kicks off.

The Cyber Security Challenge UK, now in its second year, is backed by a consortium of local commercial, academic and public sector organisations, and aims to attract and identify raw information security talent to help meet the demand for cybersecurity skills.

Alpro on track at St Pancras

Access control keypads from Alpro Architectural Hardware have been used at Saint Pancras International Station in London as part of security upgrades during the largest rail refurbishment project in the UK for a century.

The Alpro keypad has an ingress protection rating of IP68 and its design has proved robust in a demanding environment by providing protection against airborne contaminants including brake pad particles which are a familiar problem at railway stations even in areas away from platforms.
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New Mariner Fingerprint Reader extended to Windows-based applications

Lumidigm has announced that its new Mariner fingerprint reader extends the reliable reading accuracy of multispectral imaging to popular, value-conscious, Windows PC-based biometrics applications.

The new Mariner sensors make biometric authentication simple and affordable for real business applications in industries ranging from healthcare to transportation, logistics, passenger ID, heavy industry, construction and others that require the durability and reliability that have been unavailable until now. Up to 20 percent more reliable than conventional sensors, the Mariner sensor quickly and easily delivers a high-quality fingerprint to Windows PC for authentication.
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MagTek introduces MagneSafe Secure Card Reader for unattended payment applications

MagTek Inc., a world class provider of card readers, cheque readers and scanners, PIN Pads, card issuing systems, and MagnePrint credential authentication technology introduces MagneSafe I-65, a secure card reader for Unattended Payment applications.

MagneSafe I-65 is designed to help merchants meet PCI DSS requirements when processing card data from unattended terminals such as kiosks, vending machines, ticket machines, etc.

"OEM's are seeing increasing demand from merchants to ensure that their terminals are 'PCI Ready'. However, data encryption and key management issues can complicate the sale of unattended terminals and integration into merchant's payment gateways" says Steve Poulston, Managing Director, Magtek Europe.
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New Aptus2 Mortice Lock from UNION

Architectural Hardware, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a division of the ASSA ABLOY Group, has launched a new mortice lock ideal for OEMs working on large contract applications.

Offering the durability and reliability that characterises the UNION mortice lock range, the Aptus2 mortice lock is a cost effective lock that is quick and easy to fit to doorsets. This makes it popular with OEMs tasked with supplying a large quantity of doors to projects where functionality and affordability are crucial.
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Two men charged over locksmith stabbing

Two men have been charged after a locksmith was stabbed in the chest as a house was being repossesed.

The victim was assisting a bailiff at a property in Hazel Way, Chingford, yesterday, when he was attacked.

Locksmith's donation helps with local security

Street wardens in Bicester have a new weapon in the fight against thieves after Langford Locks donated a new Storenet radio. The £365 radio will allow Cherwell District Council's street wardens to keep track of any suspected criminals spotted in the area.
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Locks snapped in 6 out of 7 burglaries in Leeds

Information from West Yorkshire Police shows that lock snapping is now one of the most popular methods of forced entry. In an area of Leeds, in one week in May there were seven burglaries within close proximity to one another. In six of these incidents access was gained by snapping the Euro profile lock using mole grips or similar tools.
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