WWW.ALOA.ORG NOVEMBER 2023 KEYNOTES 9 Advanced Diagnostics has announced a new update for ADS2331 Hyundai/Kia. The new update adds new capabilities to read the vehicle’s security PIN. Some vehicles can be read diagnostically through OBD or by using a working key and the ADC245 Smart Aerial Plus. The ADS2331 update is available on Smart Pro only and requires access to the internet. PRODUCT BRIEF ASSA ABLOY has acquired Securitech Group Inc., a manufacturer of high-security mechanical and electronic door hardware products headquartered in Mas- peth, Queens, NY. The Door and Hardware Institute (DHI) has launched COR123: Using Door, Frame, and Hard- ware Standards as a self-paced, 16-hour online course. Upon completion, course participants can earn 16 Con- tinuing Education Program (CEP) points to be used toward renewing an existing DHI credential. The cost is $749 for DHI members and $949 for non-members. For more infor- mation, visit www.DHI.org. NEWS BRIEFS Gilbert N. Wade, CPS, CPL, of Southington Security Services in Southington, CT, has passed. He had been a member of ALOA and SAVTA from 1998 to 2023. Robert J. Pratt, CRL, CAL, of Bill’s Lock & Key in Al- buquerque, NM, has passed. He had been a member of ALOA since 1996. IN MEMORIAM DHI Unveils New Guidelines on Secure Door Openings T he Door Security and Safety Foundation (DSSF), in collaboration with Door and Hardware Institute (DHI), has released Are Your Door Open- ings Secure?, a series of guidelines for industry pro- fessionals that provides recommendations about material make- up of doors, frames and hardware. “Currently, there is no national door security standard in the market, and so, the term ‘security’ is loosely translated and en- forced by those that have the power to do something about it but lack the resources and technical knowledge necessary to miti- gate risk effectively,” stated DHI Chief Executive Officer Cedric Calhoun, FASAE, CAE. “This critical resource works to promote door opening safety education and awareness in communities ev- erywhere, with the goals of empowering door opening operators and users, activating new educational opportunities for stake- holders and transforming safety outcomes across the industry.” For more information, visit the DSSF website at www.doorse- curitysafety.org. DEWALT Trades Scholarship Opportunity D EWALT has announced the opening of its fifth- annual DEWALT Trades Scholarship to support skilled trade and construction workers. This year, the program will award $200,000 in scholarships to 40 students across the U.S. and Canada who are pursuing a trade degree or certificate at a two-year college or vocational-technical school. Since its inception, DEWALT has awarded $650,000 in schol- arships to 80 students across 30 states and the District of Co- lumbia. Past scholarship recipients pursued education in a variety of fields, including building construction technology, welding, plumbing, automotive technology, aviation mainte- nance, carpentry and HVAC. Applications are open to high school seniors, high school graduates or current college undergraduate students. A mini- mum grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent is required. Visit learnmore.scholarsapply.org/dewalttrade to apply. Applications close January 17, 2024. Correction In a recent issue of Keynotes, Anthony Large, CRL, CFDI, of San Angelo, TX, was listed as a new member by accident. He has been a member since 2002. We regret the error.
