We’ve a new section to our Tools page: Safe Manipulation Graph Paper. This section launches with multiple graph paper sheets that can assist with safe manipulation. At launch, there are 4-unit and 5-unit graphs available in both portrait and landscape layouts. These graphs are available in PDF and Excel formats, the latter allows you to make any alterations that you see fit.
We have added ‘Mortise Exit Devices’ to our ‘Exit Devices’ section in the Library. This page will focus on exit devices utilizing a mortise lock. At launch, we have files for the following manufacturers:
The Exit Device ID Tool is almost here! The Exit Device ID Tool will allow locksmiths to identify unknown exit devices simply by answering 4 to 5 picture-based questions. At launch, 324 unique models will be represented across 39 different brands and manufacturers. Here are a few screenshots from the tool:
We are entering the final stretch but we need your help to get us across the finish line! Catalog and brochure pictures are great but they don’t always paint the best picture, no pun intended. We need your photo of exit devices from the field. These pictures will be added to galleries for each unique model to allow other locksmiths to confirm the exit device they are trying to identify. Any exit device pictures you may have (preferably of the device and not the trim) can be emailed to tyler@lockreference.com.
Thank you for your continued support of LockReference.com.
We have added Medeco Original (Half Step) to our Key Bitting Specification Tool. Utilizing 11 depths, this was Medeco’s first venture into a two step progression key system. While no where near as ubiquitous as the full step version, there are still many existing systems utilizing it.
We have added 2 new wafer/disc tumbler key bitting specifications to our Key Bitting Specifications Tool. They are as follows:
We have launched a new section of the Library: Exit Devices. This section has been launched with a page dedicated to crossbar-type exit devices. In the coming weeks we will launch additional pages for the following exit device formats:
Once this section of the Library of has been rounded out we will launch the eagerly awaited Exit Device ID Tool. This tool will allow you to identify an unknown exit device in 5 questions or less. Here are a few screenshots from it:
This tool will be an industry game changer. No more emails, no more text messages, no more posts on online forums and groups – you will be able to identify what you’re servicing and in mere seconds. Best of all, like everything else on LockReference.com, it will be 100% free.
Stay tuned!
We have added Huber and Norwalk Large Pin to our Key Bitting Specifications in the Tools section.
We have updated the Door Closer Footprint Comparison Chart in the Tools Section. We’re now at Version 6.0 with 42 manufacturers/brands represented across 34 unique footprints and 301 unique models.
As always, footprints are organized by horizontal center-to-center measurements, smallest to largest. If multiple footprints exist with the same horizontal center-to-center measurements, they are further organized by vertical center-to-center measurements, smallest to largest. Manufacturers/brands are organized alphabetically. Column A is freeze paned for the included footprints. Row 1 is freeze paned for the included manufacturer/brands. This means that as you narrow down a specific model/models or manufacturer/brands, this information stays locked in your screen. This allows you to quickly find information.
Please take a moment to visit and sign a petition that Chris Huffstetler has put together to request distributors and suppliers stop selling to locksmith scammers. LockReference.com endorses and supports this petition as we believe it is an important step in holding those who enable scammers accountable.
Change.Org: Stop SELLING to SCAM Locksmiths Petition
This Thursday, September 19th, Wayne Winton will be hosting a free social media marketing webinar. This webinar is geared towards locksmiths who want to grow their businesses using social media.
The webinar begins 3:00 PM MST/5:00 PM EST and the registration link can be found here.
Take advantage of this great, free resource!