Locksmith Key Code Database

[Mireille Duhon]

InstaCodeis the most comprehensive knowledge base for locksmiths in the world. Created 20 years ago, the technology has been designed by locksmiths to provide a practical and comprehensive business tool that will help you run your business more efficiently and unlock new profit.

It's already been recognised as the only key code tool you need, with over 187 key blank manufacturers, 8577 key code series, 70,000 references, and more than 3 billion key codes in the database. The program is constantly evolving to include the ever-increasing bank of information you need.

The modern era of personal computing was born in the 1970s and 1980s. I remember DOS code programs for locksmiths on floppy disks that were created by a company called Treskat. They had programs that had names such as Code Master, Auto Master, Kard Kat, Key Wiz and Key Manager.

Most companies that offer software to locksmiths consist of car codes by make, model and year. Fill-in codes now help locksmiths to generate missing cuts for ignitions from the car doors code and master-key generation, which is a perfect subject for digital computing. The master-key programs not only generate key systems, but they also serve as databases to store vital bitting history. Of course, many security pros also make daily use of Microsoft Excel. What would we do without spreadsheets to store and format data?

This is in addition to requirements that are universal: Any software I purchase must have a great track record, above-average customer service and a good reputation, while being expandable and easy to use.

My current data collection system is in dire need of replacing. Three systems are used and have been used for the past 14 years. The combination of more than 60 notebooks and two separate databases is quirky at best. The systems are stretched to capacity and constantly crash.

In the end, I came up with two solutions. The first is SimpleK. SimpleK, now owned by ASSA ABLOY, seems to have the qualities that would meet and exceed the expectations of most institutional locksmiths, including me.

Under general supervision, performs skilled work identifying, installing, maintaining, adjusting, repairing, fabricating, rebuilding and replacing lock cylinders, combination locks and other institutional hardware.

Distinguishing Features: This is a journey-level position that has responsibility for the installation, maintenance and repair of cylinder and combination locks and institutional hardware in City buildings, facilities and yards. It is distinguished from the Locksmith Supervisor in that the latter has supervisory responsibilities.

1. Identifies, installs, maintains, adjusts, repairs, fabricates, rebuilds, and replaces lock cylinders and combinations on safes and locks, including ADA-approved locks and other institutional hardware.

12. Uses a personal computer to store and retrieve key codes in database, to keep inventory of supplies, to prepare reports of time worked and materials expended and to communicate via email and memoranda.

Knowledge of: design and construction of locks and related hardware; tools and equipment used in locksmith work; key code systems used to generate master keys; and safety procedures such as occupational hazards and procedures for accident prevention.

Ability to: promote, establish, and maintain effective working relationships; write and speak in a manner that is easily understood, and listen to and understand what is said; operate a two-way radio, cell phone and pager; operate a motor vehicle; learn to use a personal computer; lift doors that weigh up to 120 pounds with assistance; use hand and power tools; hear and communicate using a two-way radio or cell phone; and possess visual acuity necessary to see inside a dark cylinder or to see a pin that is less than 1/8 inch in diameter.

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

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A key code is an alphanumeric code that is sometimes seen printed on a key or lock or both. It can either be numbers directly corresponding to the factory depths of the key (the cuts), or it could be a code used to obfuscate the cuts and to get the cuts one must either call the manufacturer or consult a code database like BlackHawk.

I would much rather people get their keys online than me going out and cutting one on site or having to waste a lot of time explaining how to do this over the phone. I have this tip in numerous places on my website just to avoid interactions like the following with M. Brennan:

I bought a locking file cabinet and recently lost the keys, now it is locked shut and I was wondering: could I have it opened? And also, is it possible to have a new lock installed and keys made? Here is the file cabinet. Thank you very much.

Property responsible for supplying existing license code and database. Front desk encoder will be shipped in demo mode unless database is supplied to Electronic Locksmith, Inc. on an external USB drive.

I hear you Tom I actually flew to vegas to express my discust at the antics that were perpetrated by people trying to enrich their own pockets as opposed to looking out for the interests of the locksmiths as a whole which they self proclaimed they represented.

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Licensing has never been a popular subject around here. There is no "policing" of the "locksmiths" that are operating without the license. There never were any teeth in the legislation. The NASTF was a scam from the outset. As you say, it was "invented" to create an income for the creators. I knew a few, and I am sad to see their interests enriched. My question is: How do we get a subscription to the new program? and How much will it cost? Key Code Pro has reached out to garner a corner on the market, now. I didn't subscribe to the Key Code Pro program either. The only time any of them is needed, is when I need PIN numbers for Chrysler autos that can't be interrogated by the AD unit.

NASTF has scribbled up the game "so badly," that my dealers have gotten letters from the manufacturers, stating that they are "forbidden" from dealing directly with "locksmiths." I had a copy of the letter here, somewhere, that stated that the locksmiths were to be directed to ALOA or NASTF to get authorization and codes/PINs ." I now go through a local mechanic, who calls in the VIN # to get the PINs. I used to call the parts dept. to get them directly, which was a lot easier and faster. Some things are better left alone. Licensing is just one of the things that is "killing" any new locksmiths. The code availability is letting non-locksmiths (repossessors, auctions, lot boys an the like) compete with the real locksmiths among us. To quote an old saying, "They're eating your lunch." Where's the craftsmanship in "calling in a code?" I like codes just as well as the next guy, but if they're there, there is no need for a "real" locksmith.

I don't mean to pick a fight, here, but I'd just as soon see the codes unavailable. Even for the Lexus's and infinities, which I hate to do. But, if that's where the work is,that's where the money will be.

Wile I'm on the subject, here's another "biter" for you.

If you wonder why you're home sitting on your hands waiting for the phone to ring. There are web sites selling "keys to code" for desk locks. If you send them the code, they send out a key for your file cabinet or desk for $7.50. How about a new core, and a core key for that Hon file cabinet or any other cabinet? A little graphite, or a broken key extractor?

Why should they call an "expensive" locksmith, when they can order over the internet? I'm out a service call and the service to make the key.

The local "hardware has a 1200CM machine and a code book. They now make keys for the used furniture (office furniture) stores. Places where I used to be a "regular" servicer. Cars have gone the same way. If you buy the key, they will give you a photocopy of the "programming procedure" or go out in the parking lot and program it for you. Why would they ever need a "locksmith?" "They're eating your lunch, boys." There's no corner on the market, just because you call yourself a locksmith.

A local locksmith will take your VIN number and make you a key, if you come into the shop. I don't do that. I have to be at the car, to make the key. You can't compete with the code boys. I guess that's why I'm sitting here at the computer this morning.

If this is a "blog," I'd like to hear other points of view on this subject. Sorry if I stepped on any toes. It's just my thoughts on the subject.

Bob Sieveking

locksmith (with a small "L")

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