The simplicity of the building design brought a few challenges to meeting the requirements of the job. The customer was very pleased with the finished installations. Since my initial survey led me to believe we’d be installing surface-mounted vertical rod devices, I didn’t pay close atten- tion to the astragal or its dimensions; it wasn’t important. It became important when we decided to change to rim devices. I should have done a follow-up survey instead of just looking at the pictures I’d taken of the doors. It was a learning experience and a reminder to double-check all aspects of the proposed in- stallation before submitting an estimate or quote. We stuck with our original estimate total since I’d included prices for the other (flat) strikes. I realize that the custom-made brackets took additional time and more material than I’d origi- nally planned for, but the mistake was mine. Actually, Gene re- ally liked designing and manufacturing them. I’m thankful he supplied his photos for this article to explain how he did it. He’s a locksmith and safesmith who thoroughly enjoys the “smith” part! Note: If you have a job that’s a little out of the ordinary, why not share it with the readers of ALOA-SPAI’S Keynotes or SAVTA’s Safe & Vault Technology magazine? Take some photos of the job progress before, during and aſter the work is complete. Write a text account just like you’re telling a story to your buddies. Lock work, safe jobs, automotive work, etc., it’s all fair game. It also puts a nice little paycheck in your pocket. om Gillespie, CML, CIL, CCL, is a 46-year veteran of e security industry. Since 1969, he has worked in he retail, manufacturing and distribution segments f the industry. Tom has taught educational semi- ars for ALOA and dozens of locksmith associations throughout the U.S. and Canada and has authored numerous books, newsletters, articles and columns for a variety of security industry publications. SEASONED VETERAN –WE HAVE WHAT YOU NEED! BEGINNER TO Xtreme by Laser Key Products (XTR) Automatically originate and decode both standard and high security keys. Pair it with Genericode for the ultimate key cutting station! Contact your Framon distributor for more information on these great products and more! Original Sidewinder (SD1) Duplicate almost any high security key in use today. Includes standard and Audi/VW vises. Upgrade to a Sidewinder 2 at any time as your business allows! ph. 989.354.5623 | fax. 989.354.4238 Sidewinder 2 (SD2-LX7) Duplicate and originate high security keys. Includes everything you need to duplicate any key and code cut Honda, VW, Lexus Long & Short, Hyundai/Kia Four Track, GM, and Ford. Additional kits available including Tibbe. Genericode included with purchase! Genericode Included With Purchase of SD2-LX7 Framon Manufacturing Company, Inc | framon.com | [email protected] | 909 W Washington Ave, Alpena MI 49707 Distributed Nationally By: HATA, Incorporated ph. 866.888.4282 | fax. 866.299.4282 WWW.ALOA.ORG NOVEMBER 2016 KEYNOTES 45
