aloa.org December 2024 Keynotes 9 WHAT’S NEW PRODUCT BRIEFS Don-Jo Manufacturing has new remod- eler plates for use with BEST locks. Models available include dimensions of 3½" x 4½", 3½" x 9", 3½" x 15" and 4½" x 14". Finishes include 605, 613, 622 and 630. They are 22-gauge and have four #8 × ¾" Truss Head SMS fasteners. Codelocks has introduced the XtraD Heavy Duty Gate Lock. This single-point, bolt-through, fixed gate lock is designed for gates needing a coded lock that can withstand tough conditions. It’s engineered to work with Codelocks’ CL500 and CL600 mechanical locks for basic access control and the electronic CL5000 lock for time-sensitive codes. It has been tested to over a million cycles, and can have a marine-grade finish and be operated by either a knob or a lever. The heavy-duty latch bolt with a separate deadlocking plunger bolt can be adjusted up to 5/8”. For more informa- tion, visit www.codelocks.us/ gatesolution-xtradgatelock. Lucky Line Products released another 20 Hook Combination Locking Metal Key Cabinet. It is compact, has a programmable, tri- ple-tumbler combination lock and comes in the same matte black finish as the previous Locking Metal Key Cabinets. The cabinet also includes plastic key tags with rings and adhesive identi- fication labels. It has a continuous piano hinge, pre-drilled holes and included mounting hard- ware, and measures 61/4" x 77/8" x 27/8". It comes individually or in a case of six. NEWS BRIEFS AKG Academy is transforming into the Locksmith Pro Academy under the new leadership of Niki Smith, director of sales and customer success. Training options range from entry-level to advanced, and courses will be available in person, online and on-demand. Find out more on the new website at www.lock- smithproacademy.org and follow the Locksmith Pro Academy Facebook page. As of January 31, 2025, the pdqSMART platform will be discontinued and no longer operational. PDQ is offering several replacement options, including solutions from their trusted partners as well as its own newly released PDQ Spirit Series. The Spirit lineup includes models such as KMS, MRS, GTS, SDS, CLS, and 6EWS locks — all designed for integra- tion with the new PDQ Spirit app. Until December 31 or while supplies last, Lockmasters is offering a $20 Amazon or Shell Gift Card with every 30 Ilco Transponder Key Blanks purchased. Registration is open for the Locksmith Pro Expo, presented by Key Innovations and UHS Hardware. It will be held at the Sheraton DFW Airport Hotel in Dallas March 12-14, 2025. For more information, visit www.locksmithproacad emy.org/expo-attendee-registration. CALENDAR DECEMBER 2024 December 17-18 ALOA Fire Door Inspector (AFDI) Certification Webinar 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central [email protected] or (800) 532-2562, ext. 101 Register at www.aloamembers.org JANUARY 2025 January 21-22 ALOA Fire Door Inspector (AFDI) Certification Webinar 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Central [email protected] or (800) 532-2562, ext. 101 Register at www.aloamembers.org FEBRUARY 2025 February 12-17 5-Day ALOA Fundamentals of Locksmithing Course Embassy Suites Dallas, TX [email protected] or (800) 532-2562, ext. 101 Register at www.aloamembers.org APRIL 2025 April 6-12 SAFETECH 2025 Griffin Gate Marriott Lexington, KY [email protected] www.savta.org MAY 2025 May 15-18 IAAL Auto Lock Expo Cedar Rapids, IA [email protected] www.aloa.org AUGUST 2025 August 3-9 ALOA 2025 Hilton Orlando Orlando, FL [email protected] www.aloa.org
