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"The Society of Professional Locksmiths(SOPL) promotes the educational advancements and economic interests of its members.It is committed to improving conditions and raising standards through the delivery of education and peer review. Itis a professional organization that embraces all levels of skill and expertise.Through education and support, the Society provides its members the skills needed to succeed.The SOPLprovides a voice for its members who are faced with unreasonable entrepreneurial interference." |
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In a recent Notes from the Editor t**led "Ode to Licensing," Locksmith Ledger Editor-in-Chief Gale Johnson laments the fact that more states have not pa***ed locksmith licensing legislation.....(read more) |
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The failures of licensing to provide the promised benefits continue to show themselves, but three recent news items put it all in a neat little package.....(read more) |
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The reality is that licenses go to those who pay for them, including scammers. But what of ethics, and fair practices, and what of locksmiths who adopt marketing practices we usually a***ociate with scammers?......(read more) |
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Cap guns first appeared following the end of the American Civil War in the mid 1860's.Hubley was from Lancaster Pennsylvania and started in 1894.....(read more) |
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A U.S. Patent was issued to Thomas Slight on August 5, 1878 and produced by Slaymaker Lock Co. in Lancaster, PA until the early 1920's......(read more) |
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Andrew McColley, ofAndrews Lock and Key in Mesa Arizona put his foot down after being called by a consumer asking for advice. YouTube video goes viral!....(read more) |
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Confessions of a video marketer on how to Crush the Compet**ion for the underdog. The Borg neither innovates or creates, it consumes, adapts and a***imilates others technology as their own.....(read more) |
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Something scammers cannot do is verify the physical location of a locksmith business and provide doc***ent inspections pertaining to its legitimacy.....(read more) |
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On August 11, 2013 SOPL Director of Operations, Barry Campbell wrote a blog article t**led " Licensing Boards Under Fire from Federal Trade Commission - Restriction of Trade & Violating Anti-Trust Laws", was he right?.....(read more) |
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Inst**ute for Justice national report exposes how widespread and costly occupational licensing has become while placing hurdle after hurdle in the way.....(read more) |
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Applying "reason" and common sense in the analysis of occupational licensing.....(read more) |
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A renaissance has begun as a result of the achievements of the SOPL. Learn more about the forward momentum created and why it is necessary to burn a bridge..... (read more) |
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If you are a locksmith looking for a complete electronics and basic electricity course, then this is it! Plus it is completely FREE!.....(read more) |
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The Steel Door Inst**ute (SDI) was established in 1954 and works alongside industry a***ociations to ensure compatibility with products used in conjunction with steel doors and frames. Learn about steel doors.....(read more) |
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Locksmith Charlie shares how he has increased his earnings more in the last 1 1/2 years as a member of the SOPL then his last 10 years in ALOA ..... (read more) |
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Veteran locksmith uses tools provided by the Society of Professional Locksmiths to operate his business more strategically.....(read more) |
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Newbie locksmith Brandt Anderson shares his experience as a member of the SOPL.....(read more) |
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Locksmiths who own their own business and are looking for an easy way to screen job applicants can rely on the skills a***essment testing application from the Society of Professional Locksmiths..... (read more) |
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Here is a great 18 page online E-Book that makes learning closed circuity television (CCTV) the EZ way. This resource provides you a condensed and digestible explanation of the world of CCTV. |
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The SOPL, along with partnering hardware manufacturers PDQ Hardware, Door Devil, and Global Security Experts came to the aid of crime victim Linda Duncan of Indianapolis, IN. ..... ( read more) |
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Do you think you have been ripped off? We can Help! Invoice & Estimate Audit Available. Submit your information for a no cost review, if there a problems found you can receive a report and help in understanding your options...(read more) |
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When a consumer contacts a locksmith during a lockout they should expect to be asked several questions, not just quoted a flat rate.....(read more) |
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Picking a lock is not as simple as many may think. It is not Hollywood where something is simply inserted into a lock and it magically opens.....(read more) |
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Door hardware and locks have a life cycle, and depending upon the type, grade and application, may or may not be repairable.....(read more) |
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SOPL is probably one of the best resources I have in the world of Locksmithing. It's because of the SOPL that I even have a Locksmith Business.....(read more) |
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Before door closers were developed, we used devices made of springs and weights to help close doors and keep them closed.Modern door closers can do even more.....(read more) |
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Consumers no longer need to carry a key ring, and will never need to use the Internet or yellow Pages in search of someone to get them in their homes....(read more) |
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SOPL locksmiths proudly wear their beautifully embroidered members***p patch. When you need a professional locksmith - look for the SOPL seal of approval.....( |
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Consumers are unaware that when they purchase a lockset, deadbolt or decorative hardware at a big box store, they may be getting the same key that opens their neighbors home.....(read more) |
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Managing Director, Barry Campbell replies to a cowardly cyber attack.....(read more) |
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News source says all Meni needs issomeoneto "guide him" and show him how to do things ethically, who will that be?.....(read more) |
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The FTC, Banjoman15, Tuneman & Screamingfinger all come together in an explosive and dubious revelation....(read more) |
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The rabbit hole expands and exposes more details into the world of lead generation and the players involved..... (read more) |
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Is ALOA & the Scammers one in the same? Take a journey down the rabbit hole into a bizarro world with a complex matrix full of allusions and illusion.....(read more) |
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It is a Hunch State whereall ideas are good ideas and the locksmiths ideas and voice are respected and heard!.....(read more) |
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Converting the ILCO 008 Mini Mite Key Machine and JT-9000 to act as a code cutting machine.....(read more) |
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Nebraskan News Reporter Chad Silber the ONLY news reporter in the United States that has reported accurately about what is known as "locksmith scammers".....(read more) |
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Georgia Governor's Office of Consumer Protection (GOCP) has fined a scammer operation almost $112,000,effectively demonstrating that scammers posing as a locksmtih can be attacked underexisting laws,whereas licensing laws have proven themselves ineffective.....( |
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State licensing boards are under fire from the Federal Trade Commission for restricting compet**ion, raising consumer prices, violating ant**rust laws, and reducing customer choices.....(read more) |
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Walking with Jason |
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John’s odyssey is a very personal journey of self-discovery and gives us a compa*** bearing on how to deal with the sudden loss of a child. As a former Kaba-Ilco representative, John asks forhelp supporting youth with needs through outdoor experiential educationby visiting Jason William Hunt Foundation.....(read more) |
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If only George Zimmerman had a canister ofStranDNA, Trayvon Martin might be alive today. A reported 33% drop in crime recorded in Florida.....(read more) |
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Every once in a while we all come across an individual or a company that seems to do "the right thing". Through Goodwill Industries, employment is provided by ArchAngel to special needs / handicapped workers....(read more) |
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SOPL investigating the remarks of the FWCLA President - Thereare NO scammers, only good locksmiths and bad locksmiths.....(read more) |
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If you bought your house from the builder and have not yet had it re-keyed by a Society of Professional Locksmiths member, then chances are that your house isnot as secureas you think.....( read more) |
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It appears the TNL magazine has a pre-disposition towards African Americans which is cause for concern.....(read more) |
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The Society of Professional Locksmiths is offering to the victim of this brutal home invasion, security hardware needed to secure her home and protect her children at no cost.....(read more) |
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Here is your chance to own the FasterMaster master keying software by Rabbitsoft. Contestants develop their own master key system using a FREE demo program to win!.....(read more) |
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Proponents for locksmith licensing claim that being licensed makes youlegitimate.Run Local Locksmith is a licensed locksmith company. Be careful what you wish for!.....(read more) |
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SOPL Locksmith Mike Bronzell with the help of New York locksmith Ira Cheek of CID Locksmith in Jamaica Queens were shown on ABC Nightline consumer report news series known as "The LOOKOUT", with investigative news reporter Bill Weir.....( read more) |
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What's really going on?Locksmith may find themselves being charged with a crime if ap roposed addition to the Federal Trade Commission C.F.R t**le 16 becomes reality. But is it reality or insanity?.....(read more) |
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What's really going on with locksmiths losing market share? Swim outside the fish bowl and spark your creativity by biting back. Sometimes Your the Shark, Sometimes Your the Fis***....(read more) |
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Jordan Frankel "The Security Sensei" delivers breakthrough products that transformthe way individuals and industries guard against sudden natural andman-madeattacks.....(read more) |
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A Thief willkick in your door! Reinforce yourweakdoor frame with theSovilok System stainless steel security products.....(read more) |
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Many retail lock shops are rethinking their business model and going mobile.....( read more) |
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NOIR meets SCI-FI in this graphic novel thriller by Terrance Grace....(read more) |
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Hot Gale Winds over Sandy Hook - Locksmith magazine Editor-in-Chief undermines industry and presents misleading negative image to the public.....(read more) |
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Arizona Law Review references the Society of Professional Locksmiths - Fighting Deceptive Marketing in the Twenty-First Century. |
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The SOPL promoting the locksmith/security industry with positive action and fostering productive results! |
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Purple Heart Recipient Victimized by Locksmith Licensing Law |
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U.S. Army Iraq War Veteran Elvis Hernandez locked out of locksmith profession by the Texas Department of Public Safety for rescuing a stray dog |
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FDNY Keys Sold on EBAY - The NY Post - Where there's Smoke, there's Fire - |
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Masterkeys for the New York City Fire Department |
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Locksmiths Need Some Balls! - Johnny Meatballs New Jersey |
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The locksmith can learn a lot from Johnny Meatballs DeCarlo |
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NY Locksmith License Sponsor Senator s***rley Huntley Faces Arrest - State Senator s***rley Huntley, who sponsored the twice failed locksmith licensing act of New York is preparing for her arrest. “She’s aware the noose is tightening,” said a source familiar with the probe..... |
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Texas Showdown - Locksmith License Reform Opportunity - The Texas Red Tape Challenge |
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The NY Times - Google - Scammers and the Locksmiths Secret Weapon |
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- NY Times news article exposes "gaming" in the Yellow Pages and Google Search for Locksmiths......( |
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LOA Locksmith Key Code Registry Bypa***ed - VIN to Code Software - |
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Automotivere-marketingcompany for the OEM's, independentfinancecompanies, regional banks and rental car companies (2) |
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offers software suite and interactive online Vehicle Identification Number to Key Code forrepossessionsubscribers at the click of mouse. Locksmith too have access via a pa***word protected website.....(read more) (8) |