TRADE SHOW CLASSES
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th
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SAFE MANIPULATION WORKSHOP
Instructor: Seth Blumberg
Time: Friday, Sept. 25, 8am-5pm
Cost: $159.00
SKU: DU26-2500
Class Description: The art of opening combination locks, without prior knowledge or information as to the present combination. It does not cause any damage and leaves no evidence of entry. Each student will learn when to manipulate and will understand how picking, reading and impressioning are related to safe manipulation. The class will cover proper combination lock terminology. The student will become competent in dialing diagnostics and visualization of the internal workings of a combination lock. Students will understand the principles of manipulation, become familiar with manipulation aids and gain confidence in manipulation.
Class Length: 8 Hours
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VON DUPRIN ELECTRIFIED HARDWARE AND POWER SUPPLIES
Instructor: Matt Smith
Time: Friday, Sept. 25, 8am-5pm
Cost: $159.00
SKU: DU26-2501
Class Description: Most facilities rely on electrified exit hardware for access control, security, and fire life safety. This workshop explores Von Duprin's electrified devices and options designed to protect people and property. Topics include the QEL electric latch retraction device, Chexit® delayed egress device, power supplies and option boards, M996 electrified lever trim, RX and LX monitoring switches, and electric strikes. Participants will gain both conceptual knowledge and practical wiring skills across these product categories.
Upon completion, attendees will be able to select appropriate power supplies and option boards, perform QEL conversions and wiring, convert mechanical 996 trim to electrified, wire electric strikes, connect RX switches to alarm kits, and program the Chexit® device. This course is recommended for facilities personnel, distributor sales and service staff, locksmiths, and electricians working with electromechanical door hardware.
Course Length: 8 Hours
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ALARM LOCK - DL WINDOWS SOFTWARE, NETWORX AND CLOUD HOSTED MVP ACCESS
Instructor: Andy Phelps
Time: Friday, Sept. 25, 8am-5pm
Cost: $159.00
SKU: DU26-2502
Class Description: The morning session covers DL Windows Software programming for setting up a Networx wireless locking system, including user configuration, time zones, schedules, gateway discovery, and lock enrollment. Attendees will see demonstrations of sending programming to Networx products and issuing Global Emergency Commands including full system lockdowns across up to 2,000 locks triggered from a PC, a lock, or a four-button remote fob.
The afternoon introduces MVP Access, a cloud-based ACaaS (Access Control as a Service) portal using the same Networx hardware. MVP provides dealers and end users with real-time event reporting and enterprise-level access control, generating recurring monthly revenue for dealers. Smaller systems (8–10 doors) can use the app-based MVP EZ solution, with all hardware enrolled via smartphone camera scan. Attendees will have a chance to win a Networx signal generator and meter kit valued at approximately $900.
Course Length: 8 Hours
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BEST MECHANICAL HARDWARE INSTALLATION & SERVICE
Instructor: Lee Schofield
Time: Friday, Sept. 25, 8am-5pm
Cost: $159.00
SKU: DU26-2503
Class Description: This one-day, instructor-led course provides hands-on familiarity with installing, servicing, and maintaining BEST cylindrical and mortise locks. Designed for individuals responsible for the selection, installation, service, or maintenance of this hardware, the class covers product identification, available options, proper assembly, and real-world troubleshooting of common installation problems.
Upon completion, attendees will be able to identify BEST cylindrical and mortise product types, understand the options available on each lock type, correctly install and assemble both formats, and diagnose and resolve typical installation issues. This course is well suited for locksmiths, facilities personnel, and technicians new to BEST hardware or looking to sharpen their foundational skills.
Class Length: 8 Hours
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ASSA ABLOY Master Keying Solutions – 2-Day Class
Instructor: Guy Robinson
Time: Friday, Sept. 25, 8am-5pm
Cost: $259.00
SKU: DU26-2504
Class Description: This two-day, instructor-led course offers an immersive exploration of ASSA ABLOY master keying solutions, blending conceptual instruction with hands-on lab work. Topics include masterkey system architecture, BHMA blind-code conventions for key labeling, and cylinder specification and ordering logic for Arrow SFIC, Corbin Russwin, and Sargent with emphasis on the distinctions between single-step and double-step keying methodologies.
In the lab, participants develop practical proficiency keying conventional, LFIC, and SFIC cylinders across all three product lines, building repeatable, field-ready technique. Designed for beginners through intermediate practitioners including locksmiths, system integrators, and MSCs. This course strengthens the ability to design, analyze, and responsibly manage both new and legacy masterkey systems, improving decision-making and security outcomes.
Class Length: 14 Hours
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DIGITAL & AI TOOLS FOR LOCKSMITHS
Instructor: John Husemoller
Time: Friday, Sept. 25, 1pm-3pm
Cost: FREE
SKU: DU26-2505B
Class Description:
This 90-minute session is built for locksmiths, security hardware professionals, and business owners who want a practical, no-jargon introduction to artificial intelligence (AI) and how it applies to their daily work. We'll start with what AI actually is, cut through the hype, and immediately show how technicians in the field can use tools like image recognition (Google Lens), voice-to-text job notes, and route optimization to work faster and smarter. From there, we'll shift to the business side - how AI can transform sales and meeting prep, streamline accounts receivable and payable, automate job tracking and time management, and drive organizational effectiveness without adding headcount. We'll also look ahead at the convergence of Matter, the Internet of Things (IoT), and the roadmap to a connected smart home - what it means for the security industry and how to position your business for that future. The session covers real risks including dark web threats and data exposure, with actionable steps for cybersecurity and smart policies. You'll leave with a clear AI blueprint tailored to operations of any size - from the one-person mobile locksmith to the multi-location shop - along with tools you can start using immediately and a roadmap for responsible, scalable AI adoption.
Class Length: 2 Hours
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Smart Access Control: Centrios for Light Commercial
Instructor: Chad Bryant
Time: Friday, Sept. 25, 8am-12pm
Cost: FREE
SKU: DU26-2505A
Class Description:This session explores how the Centrios ecosystem, part of ASSA ABLOY, addresses the access control needs of small businesses with a simple, scalable solution. Attendees will review the available hardware options within the Centrios line and learn how dealers can generate Recurring Monthly Revenue (RMR) by offering Centrios systems to their light commercial customers.
The class also covers day-to-day system management, giving attendees a clear understanding of how to configure and maintain a Centrios deployment. A hands-on installation component allows participants to work directly with Centrios hardware, building practical skills they can apply immediately in the field. This course is well suited for locksmiths, dealers, and integrators looking to add a profitable, easy-to-deploy access control offering for small business clients.
Class Length: 4 Hours
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26th
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LOCK PICKING WORKSHOP
Instructor: Seth Blumberg
Time: Saturday, Sept. 26, 8am-3pm
Cost: $159.00
SKU: DU26-2600
Class Description: This lock picking classes provides hands-on instruction in physical security, covert entry, and lock bypass techniques. This course teaches participants how to manipulate lock mechanisms like pin tumblers and wafer locks, understand lock anatomy, and utilize specialized tools such as tension wrenches and rakes.
Class Length: 6 Hours
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LCN AUTOMATIC OPERATORS AND THE ADA
Instructor: Matt Smith
Time: Saturday, Sept. 26, 8am-3pm
Cost: $159.00
SKU: DU26-2601
Class Description: Low energy automatic operators help facilities address door control, usability, and ADA accessibility requirements. This one-day course covers the selection, installation, programming, and troubleshooting of LCN low energy automatic operators, along with compatible actuators and accessories. Attendees will also explore the ADA's accessibility requirements for openings and how automatic operators can satisfy those requirements while resolving broader door control and maintenance challenges.
Upon completion, participants will be able to differentiate between high and low energy operators, distinguish between LCN's electric-hydraulic, pneumatic-hydraulic, and electro-mechanical models, select the right operator for a given opening, and install, wire, and program popular LCN units. This course is ideal for facility and maintenance personnel, those new to commercial door hardware, or anyone seeking a deeper understanding of automatic operators and accessible opening design.
Course Length: 6 Hours
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LEVEL 1 - INTRO TO AUTOMOTIVE KEY CUTTING & PROGRAMMING
Instructor: Travis Howell
Time: Saturday, Sept. 26, 8am-11am
Cost: $79.00
SKU: DU26-2602A
Class Description: This entry-level course is designed for locksmiths looking to add automotive services or those new to the industry. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the foundational knowledge needed to get started, including required equipment, key types and terminology, and the inventory necessary to launch automotive services. The course also covers how to identify the correct key for a vehicle and explains the difference between key cloning and programming.
Beyond the technical basics, this class addresses the business side, how to price the service and find customers and provides resources for continuing to learn vehicle programming on the job. A live walkthrough demonstration of cutting and programming on demo vehicles gives attendees a practical look at real-world workflow. Participants will leave equipped to begin offering automotive key services with confidence.
Course Length: 3 Hours
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LEVEL 2 - INTERMEDIATE AUTOMOTIVE KEY PROGRAMMING
Instructor: Travis Howell
Time: Saturday, Sept. 26, Noon-3pm
Cost: $79.00
SKU: DU26-2602B
Class Description: Designed for technicians with at least six months of automotive key programming experience, this intermediate course covers real-world programming scenarios across major vehicle platforms. Topics include bypass programming methods for Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, Toyota, Nissan, and VW; key emulator applications for Ford, Toyota, and Subaru; and pulling pin codes on newer Hyundai and Kia vehicles. Attendees will also get an overview of MYKEYS Pro and hands-on demonstrations of ILCO and Advanced Diagnostics tools.
The session blends technical instruction with live demonstrations, transponder key cloning using Smart Arial and GTI Pro chips, and open discussion to help participants deepen their understanding of vehicle security systems and current bypass methods. A hands-on programming demo on a current vehicle model rounds out the day, giving attendees practical exposure to the latest developments in automotive key programming.
Course Length: 3 Hours
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Fire door inspection: Things you must know to do it right
Instructor: Lee Schofield
Time: Saturday, Sept. 26, 8am-11am
Cost: $79.00
SKU: DU26-2603A
Class Description: This four-hour, field-based course addresses the Annual Fire Door Inspection requirements outlined in NFPA 80 and NFPA 101, covering Fire and Life Safety code requirements for door hardware on fire doors and doors in a path of egress. Both novice and experienced inspectors will benefit from practical instruction on identifying compliance requirements and understanding how these codes apply to the use and operation of openings within facilities.
Upon completion, attendees will be able to explain why building owners must comply with ADA requirements, define the six components of an ADA-compliant opening, identify the four key criteria for both perimeter and interior access compliance, and apply the requirements of ICC/ANSI A117.1, ADAAG, and the ADA. This course is suitable for anyone involved in inspecting, managing, or maintaining fire-rated door assemblies.
Class Length: 3 Hours
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How to keep your door hardware code compliant
Instructor: Lee Schofield
Time: Saturday, Sept. 26, Noon-3pm
Cost: $79.00
SKU: DU26-2603B
Class Description: This four-hour, field-based course walks participants through the Architectural Hardware Consultant's process for creating a code-compliant door hardware specification and maintaining ongoing compliance within a facility. Fire, Life Safety, and ADA codes are interpreted and applied throughout the session, giving attendees practical tools for real-world decision-making.
Upon completion, participants will be able to identify industry resources, codes, and standards that affect door hardware, understand which opening components are required for compliance, select the correct code-approved products for commonly misapplied applications, and troubleshoot non-compliant conditions. This course is well suited for facilities managers, hardware specifiers, locksmiths, and anyone responsible for maintaining compliant openings.
Class Length: 3 Hours
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RV & Camper Lock Servicing
Instructor: Phil Agius
Time: Saturday, Sept 26, 1pm-3pm
Cost: FREE
SKU: DU26-2605
Class Description: This course covers the essentials of servicing entry door and baggage door locks on campers and RVs, including core removal, master key applications, and newly emerging lock series. The hands-on portion guides participants through changing cores on camper locks and locating code numbers, providing practical technique alongside product knowledge. The four major lock manufacturers, Bauer, Trimark, Global Link, and FIC are covered in depth, with additional attention given to newer import manufacturers entering the market.
Attendees will come away with the ability to identify and service locks across multiple product lines and better understand the expanding camper lock landscape. If time permits, a Framon product overview will also be presented, offering additional value for locksmiths looking to expand their RV and camper service capabilities. This course is well suited for locksmiths already serving or looking to grow into the recreational vehicle market.
Class Length: 2 Hours