The Greater Philadelphia Locksmiths Association

Security Training Seminar And

Product Exhibit

68th Anniversary Convention & Banquet

September 20-23, 2017

Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Philadelphia, PA

Lock Collectors – Preserving Our History

THE GREATER PHILADELPHIA LOCKSMITHS ASSOCIATION

68th ANNIVERSARY CONVENTION

Training Classes Professional Products Exhibit

Friday Night Speak-Easy Social Awards Banquet PRP/STPRP Exam

The Greater Philadelphia Locksmiths Association’s 68th Anniversary Convention will be held September 20-23, 2017, at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Airport hotel in Philadelphia, PA. Highlights include: Nine cutting-edge, hands-on Training Classes, most taught by nationally recognized instructors. Three of the classes are NJ State Certified CEU classes to help you acquire or maintain your NJ State Locksmith license. From basic locksmithing skills classes, journeyman level classes, and more advanced classes in safes and automotive, we’re sure you will find something that will interest you. Friday Night “Speak-Easy” Social. Jazz Singers, Gangsters, G-Men, Flappers and Cigarette Girls! Relive the days of the Speak-Easy while you renew industry friendships and start some new ones. Our gin-joint will be serving Hooch and Tanglefoot along with a fine meal. We’ll be conducting some games (with prizes) and everyone is encouraged to join us on the dance floor. Fedoras and feathered hats aren’t required, but it’s much more fun if you dress for the party! . The Professional Products Exhibit. The product exhibit features both manufacturers and distributors. Don't miss this opportunity to view new products or strike a bargain with your favorite distributor. You’ll want to brush up on your technique for the Lock Picking and Lock Bumping Contests. Along with cash prizes to be awarded for the fastest times in both novice and expert categories, there will be thousands of dollars in door prizes given away. The GPLA Annual Awards Banquet. A black tie (preferred) affair, the Awards Banquet has long been known as the pre-eminent social event on the locksmith calendar. The evening will be highlighted by a live band and the traditional Philadelphia Menu dinner. This is also your opportunity to meet industry leaders from around the world and greet the recipient of the 2017 Philadelphia Award. These and other events and surprises, all presented with GPLA’s legendary style and hospitality.

The GPLA would like to extend a special THANK YOU! to our 2017 Convention sponsors:

REGISTRATION SUMMARY

Class Title Date Fee . 1 Safe Penetration 09/20 $155.00 2 Ethics for Locksmiths 09/21 $155.00 3 Commercial/Storefront Door Servicing 09/21 $155.00 4 Complete Safe Servicing 09/21 $155.00 5 Automotive Locksmithing 101 09/21 $155.00 6 Locksmithing 101 09/22 $155.00 7 ALARM LOCK: Networx/Server Software Training 09/22 $155.00 8 Matrix Format Master Keying 09/22 $155.00 9 Chip Harvesting and Lishi Automotive Lock Picks 09/22 $155.00

Friday Night 09/22 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Included with Banquet Ticket or ‘Speak-Easy’ Social $40.00 if purchased separately Professional Products Exhibit 09/23 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM FREE if pre-registered or $15.00 at door President's Reception 09/23 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM Banquet Ticket Required Black Tie Awards Banquet 09/23 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM $85.00 PRP/STPRP Exam 09/23 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM via ALOA Registration Form found at www.gplaconvention.com

CONVENTION REGISTRATION TABLE TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Thursday, September 21 7:00 AM to Noon Classroom Area Friday, September 22 7:00 AM to Noon Classroom Area 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Ballroom Foyer 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM Liberty Room Saturday, September 23 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM Ballroom Foyer 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Ballroom Foyer

DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport 4509 Island Avenue.

Philadelphia, PA 19153 Tel: (215) 365-4150 Fax: (215) 937-4535 Reservations: ext. 33

The easiest way to make a reservation is to click on the link below

to be directed to the GPLA group reservation site:

http://doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/groups/personalized/P/PHLDADT-GRE-20170920/index.jhtml

$112.00 Single or Double Occupancy

Be sure to make your reservation soon. Rooms at this price will run out.

Parking is free for all convention attendees with validation of Parking Ticket

Directions: Follow I-95 North to exit #13 (Valley Forge / Island Avenue). Follow signs to Island Ave. At the base of the exit ramp, merge left before traffic light (Island Ave.). Turn left onto Island Ave. and the Hotel is on the left. Traveling South on I-95: (From Philadelphia & New Jersey): Follow I-95 South through Philadelphia to Exit #15 (Enterprise Avenue / Island Avenue). The exit ramp will place you onto Enterprise Avenue. Follow Enterprise Avenue to the Dead End and turn right onto Island Avenue. Follow Island Avenue ½ mile and the hotel will be on the right side.

Lock Collectors - Preserving our History

A quick internet search on types of collectables will result in literally thousands of categories. It should be no surprise to any of us that lock and key collecting are among those categories. After all, locks and keys have been around for thousands of years and are tied to the history of civilization. Of course, many avid collectors are or were practicing locksmiths, including several members of GPLA, (most locksmiths probably have sizeable collections that they never really intended to have!) but it stands to reason that there are people other than locksmiths that actively build and organize such collections. What may be surprising to some locksmiths is the size and depth of the lock collecting community. Bloggers and internet forums abound. Associations comprised of lock collectors can be found in many countries around the world, including quite a few associations here in the USA alone. Many of these associations have newsletters, websites and annual conventions - just like our industry does - where they display, sell and buy all manner of locks and keys. Attendees include the casual hobbyists who find locks and keys to be fascinating marvels of engineering, hard-core collectors that seek out rare and historical artifacts, those that collect only padlocks, or keys, or safe locks, or several other sub-categories. Some collectors preserve their locks in the state that they acquired them in, while others restore their locks to a level that qualifies them as art. In addition to lock collectors’ associations, there are a number of museums that house lock collections, and several museums dedicated solely to locks, keys and related items. One of the best-known and most comprehensive lock collection here in the US is housed at the Lock Museum of America located in Terryville, CT. Founded in 1972 by Tom Hennessy, the Lock Museum of America houses an extensive lock collection that includes door locks, chest locks, padlocks, handcuffs and keys, early era time locks, escutcheon plates from safes, a large number of British safe locks and more. Mr. Hennessy was presented with the 1989 Philadelphia Award for his efforts in founding the museum. The Greater Philadelphia Locksmiths Association is pleased to recognize the lock collecting community at this year’s convention, and excited to welcome several members of that community as a part of our Product Exhibit on Saturday. Their dedication to collecting and preserving these examples of engineering and human ingenuity provides a direct link to the history of our industry.

2017 CLASS SCHEDULE

Wednesday, September 20, 2017

Please note: Wednesday’s class will be held at GPLA Headquarters. Please see page 23 for map and directions.

1. Safe Penetration *

Thursday, September 21, 2017

2. Ethics for Locksmiths * 3. Commercial/Storefront Door Servicing with Emphasis on Select Hinge Installation 4. Complete Safe Servicing 5. Automotive Locksmithing 101

Friday, September 22, 2017

6. Locksmithing 101 * 7. ALARM LOCK: Advanced Networx, Gateway Connectivity and DL Windows V5.2.3

Sequel Server Software Training 8. Matrix Format Master Keying 9. Chip Harvesting and Lishi Automotive Lock Picks * New Jersey CEU approved class Students must bring their NJ State License to class to receive their CEUs. All classes will start promptly at 8:00 AM. Classes will be closed 15 minutes after the posted starting time. This is to avoid interrupting both the instructor and students. Late arrivals disrupt the class. We are sorry, but we can make no exceptions.

No refunds will be made. Please be on time - avoid disappointment.

Do the ND Challenge @ the Schlage Booth

during the GPLA Product Exhibition - September 23rd

Win Prizes for the Quickest Time. You can do it!

ND Series

Grade 1 cylindrical lock

Grade 1 is just the beginning Schlage® is pleased to introduce the redesigned ND Series Grade 1 cylindrical lock. Already exceeding BHMA Grade 1 standards, the redesigned ND uses new springcages, levers and latches to take strength, performance and reliability to an all-new level.

Improved strength and security

No access with minimum 3,100 in-lbs of lever torque (2.6x BHMA, for general abuse)1

No access with minimum 1,600 lbs of offset lever pull (8x BHMA, for pry-bar attacks) 1

No access with minimum 100 vertical impacts (20x BHMA, for sledgehammer attacks)1,2

Improved performance

Near-zero droop and wobble beyond 16 million cycles (after 16x BHMA) – without the use of set screws or O-rings1

Latch retraction with up to 200 pound preload (4x BHMA) for confident operation in warped and preloaded doors

Improved re l iabil i ty

Cast steel spindle construction exceeding 16 million cycles

Withstood aggressive Schlage development testing including lever-snap and abusive cycling

Capabilities

Functional i ty 31 mechanical functions

6 wired functions with:

− Autodetecting 12-24V DC input − Switch-selectable EL/EU operation − Modular request to exit (RX) − 0.230A max/0.010A holding current

Available in 10 finishes, 5 lever designs, and 2 rose designs

Multiple key systems available – open, patented, restricted, geographic exclusive, UL437

Support for 10 non-Schlage cylinders including Best, Corbin Russwin, Medeco, Sargent and Yale

Certif ications

Exceeds BHMA A156.2 requirements for grade 1 cylindrical locks

Exceeds BHMA A156.25 requirements for indoor electrified locks

UL10C listed for 3-hour fire doors up to 4 '0" x 10'0"

Meets Florida Building Code (ASTM E330, E1886, E1996) and Miami Dade (TAS 201,

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2

Beyond grade 1 performance for ND locks with Schlage cylinders only (standard, FSIC & SFIC). Performance with non-Schlage cylinders will exceed BHMA Grade 1 requirements but may be less than the performance of products with Schlage cylinders. Vertical impact testing stopped after 100 blows with no failure or indication of stress.

202, 203) requirements for hurricanes

2017 PRODUCT EXHIBIT

The Greater Philadelphia Locksmiths Association is proud to once again welcome manufacturers and distributors to our annual product exhibit. Their continued participation and support at our exhibit provides locksmiths with the opportunity to see and learn about all of the newest and innovative products, tools, and services available in the security market. Many of our exhibitors will be providing door prizes that will be presented to exhibit attendees throughout the day, with the grand prize of an ALOA education package for the 2018 convention in National Harbor, Maryland.

EXHIBITORS

Abus Lock Co. LCN Alarm Lock Lockmasters, Inc. * Allegion * Locksmith Ledger ALOA Locksmith Resource American Lock Co. LSDA Products American Security Products * Marks USA Arrow Lock Co. Maryland Locksmiths Association AVCO Key & Novelty Master Lock Co. Carandtruckremotes.com MBA USA Chartrand Associates Medeco Security Locks/ASSA Abloy * Clark Security Products Midwest Keyless, Inc. ClearStar Security Network * Mul-T-lock USA Detex Corporation NASTF Vehicle Security Doorwares Associates Philadelphia Hardware Group of NJ Fried Brothers, Inc. R.K. Security & Novelty Distributors Gardall Safe Corporation Rutherford Controls General Lock Products Sargent & Greenleaf GPLA Picking & Bumping Booth Schlage Lock Co. HES/Securitron South Jersey Locksmiths Association IDN Hardware Sales Transponder Island Industrial Diagnostic Services Trine/Axiom ILA – Lehigh Valley Chapter USCAN Products International Key Supply US Lock Kaba Ilco Von Duprin

* Convention Sponsors

Some of the door prizes to be presented:

Grand Prize - ALOA 2018 Convention Education package (Must be present to win) Hardware Display Mounts

Locksmith Tools Automotive Tools & Equipment

Handle Sets & Padlocks And much more!

Professional Product Exhibit

Grand Door Prize! Notice: Must be Present to Win

2018 ALOA Convention Education & Security Expo Package*

In National Harbor, Maryland

package includes: 4 full-day classes** with breaks and lunches

2 half-day workshops 2 evening seminars 3 days of the expo

Kick-off party

Visit the ALOA booth at the professional product exhibit

to register!

Prize package courtesy of ALOA *Does not include travel or lodging

**Lab fees not included

LOCKMASTERSCarrying 98 Different Manufacturers & Still Growing!

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Courses IncludePro Lock I

Pro Lock II - Hardware InstallNEW! Acoustic SCIF Door Installation

Access Control Technician

Proud Supporter of the Greater Philadelphia Locksmith Association

Security Doors & Hardware Banking, Safe & VaultAutomotive & LocksmithingAlpha Safe & Vault, Inc.

Bankmark, Inc.Broco, Inc.

Champion Cutting ToolsDiebold, Inc.

Gradient Lens Corp.Guardian SD Locks

Hamilton Products Group, Inc.Industries CL Inc. (LeGault)Innovative Moving Systems

Keedex, Inc.Lenox

Lock Defeat Technology

National Publishing Co.

SecuRam

StrongArm Security, Inc.TMI Corp.

Top Secret Security, Inc.The Wilburt Co.

A-1 Security ManufacturingAE Tools & Computer

AAble LocksmithsAdvanced Diagnostics USA

ASP, Inc.AutoData Publications, Inc.

Determinators

Gator Tools, Inc.General Tool MFG Co.

GKL Product Inc.Gorbet File Co.

Hata, Inc.Hinge Tweaker, Inc.

Irwin Ind. Tool Co.ITL

JMA USA, Inc.Keedex, Inc.

Lab Security Systems Corp.Labor Saving Devices

Laser Key Products/3D ProLishi

Locktech/AccuReadersLucky Line

Major Manufacturing Co.Majestic Lock Co.

Midwest KeylessNational Publishing Co.

Pro-Lok, Inc.Rytan, Inc.

Sieveking Products Co.Silca

StrattecTech Train

ABLOYADAMS RITEALARM CONTROLSARROWASSACORBIN RUSSWINHESMCKINNEYMEDECONORTONPEMKORIXSONROCKWOODSARGENTSECURITRONYALE

Overly Door ProductsSDC Security Door Controls

Westinghouse

ACCESS

FalconLCNSchlageVon Duprin

Jackson (CRL)

Dorma Kaba

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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Wednesday, September 20, 2017 #1 NJ State Certified Cost: $155.00 + $20.00 for NJ CEUs 7.5 CEU Class

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

BASIC SAFE PENETRATION

Please note: This class will be held at GPLA Headquarters. Please see the map on page 23 for directions and alternate overnight accommodation suggestions. Instructor: Joe Reustle In this intense, hands-on class, the student will learn the basic techniques to open mechanical combination locks by drilling. Students will use both straight and angle drilling. If time permits, students will drill for the relock trigger (RLT), the lever screw, and receive instruction on drill and transfer techniques. Measurements for many of the combination locks found on today’s containers will be provided. Drilling techniques for hardplate and other barrier materials will also be discussed. Eye protection is a must, and students should also bring a penlight or scope, drill motor, several sharp 1/8” and ¼” drill bits, 25’ extension cord, end or diagonal cutters, vice grips, assorted Phillips and slotted screwdrivers, pencil and paper. NJ Locksmiths who check the appropriate box on the registration form and include the additional $20.00 will receive a 7.5 CEU certificate for their 2019 NJ State Locksmith License renewal. Students must bring their NJ State License to class to receive their CEUs. A GPLA certificate suitable for framing will be awarded to each student. About the instructor: Joseph R Reustle, CPS, is owner of JR’s Lock and Safe Company in Atco NJ and has been working in the industry for 25 years. He has been an instructor for both SAVTA and other local locksmith associations. He also has been an assistant instructor to Dave McOmie in many of Dave’s classes for the past 5 years. He specializes in opening high security safes, but continues to offer traditional locksmithing and access control services to his clients. He has held offices in the past for both GPLA and SJLA, was named SAVTA Instructor of the Year this year and is currently serving as a Director for SAVTA.

Thursday, September 21, 2017 #2 NJ State Certified Cost: $155.00 + $20.00 for NJ CEUs 8.0 CEU Class

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

ETHICS FOR LOCKSMITHS

Instructors: John Truempy, ICML, CRL, LSFDI, CMIL, IFDI Vernon Kelley, ICML, CFDI, CPL, LSFDI, CMIL, IFDI This is a 1-day course for locksmiths of any skill level. Join us for a mind-bending discussion on the ethical and legal aspects of working as a locksmith in today’s business climate. Topics include professional, business & marketing ethics, who really owns that master key system, customer-signed waivers & hold-harmless documents, and the legal ramifications of working on door hardware in the means of egress. An extensive discussion will also be lead on “what did you know, and when did you know it.” While this course should in no way be construed as legal advice, much knowledge will be gained during the lively discussion and debate among your peers! You may even rethink some of your current business practices by the time class is over. NJ Locksmiths who check the appropriate box on the registration form and include the additional $20.00 will receive a 8.0 CEU certificate for their 2019 NJ State Locksmith License renewal. Students must bring their NJ State License to class to receive their CEUs. A GPLA certificate suitable for framing will be awarded to each student.

About the instructors:

John Truempy, ICML, CRL, LSFDI, CMIL, IFDI, was practically born into locksmithing. As an author, he has written many books focusing on both practical and esoteric applications for master key systems. As an instructor, he’s taught a wide array of subjects such as lock picking and basic master keying, as well as advanced subjects like investigative locksmithing, lock bypass techniques and advanced master keying. Currently, John is the first president of ALOA Institutional Locksmiths and vice-president of the ALOA Scholarship Foundation. John is the owner of Lounging Lizard Publishing, and is also co-owner of the industry website, LocksmithCommunity.com. John is also a recipient of the Lee Rognon Award and the Robert Gress Award. Vernon Kelley, ICML, CPL, CFDI, LSFDI, CMIL, IFDI, has been involved in the locksmith & security industry since 1989, and is a licensed locksmith in the State of New Jersey. A noted instructor and editor, he’s co-author of the book, Institutional Lock Shop Management. Vernon has served on the ALOA board of directors, and he is currently the first trustee of ALOA Institutional Locksmiths and director for the ALOA Scholarship Foundation. A recipient of the prestigious Lee Rognon Award, as well as the Robert Gress Award, Vernon is the Supervisor of Access Control at The College of New Jersey.

Stand-alone, plug-and-play RFID Solution, no network connection required.

Touchscreen PIN access, easy to configure through set-up wizard.

21 Fobs with tamper resistant security seals secure into assigned locking receptors.

Screen-based audit trail or export user activity reports via USB port.

For more information on the Medeco T21, visit Medeco at the 2017 GPLA Convention or visit us online at www.medeco.com.

T21 Key Management System from Medeco

Providing advanced key management in an offline, plug-and-play solution.

Thursday, September 21, 2017 #3 Cost: $155.00

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

COMMERCIAL/STOREFRONT DOOR SERVICING

Instructor: Sven Hellwig Instructors: Sven K. Hellwig Sr., CRL Sven K. Hellwig Jr. This full day class will cover the installation, repair and replacement of the most common used hardware, service problems, tips and tricks, on storefront type commercial doors and jambs. Example; Adams Rite type mortise locks, exit devices, electric strikes, door closures and operators, mechanical access control latch and cylinder protectors, surface and flush bolts, and more in the first half of the class. The second half of the class will be an in-depth instruction of the proper Select hinge to be used for various applications. A complete installation will take place with hands on interaction from all students. Reference material will be distributed to each student along with a free raffle ticket for a Select Continuous Hinge 5783c, a $100+ value, compliments of Select Door Hinge and Doorwares Associates. A Select Hinge representative will be present. A GPLA certificate suitable for framing will be awarded to each student.

About the instructors:

Sven K. Hellwig Sr., CRL has been in the Locksmithing Industry for 36 years. Sven has owned and operated SKH Locksmiths Shop & Mobile Service out of Hatboro, PA since 1981. He has successfully completed 51 instructional courses and factory certifications, as well as ALOA PRP Certification. Mentored under and served as Assistant Instructor with one of the industry’s leaders in impressioning, lock picking, and safe manipulation for many years, Mr. Marty Arnold. Sven has worked on thousands of different commercial storefront and steel replacement doors in his career. It has been a very lucrative part of his business and he is very excited as a GPLA instructor to show all the students how they can use the same skills and techniques to get the job done safely. Sven has been a member of GPLA since 1989 and is the recipient of the prestigious GPLA Herman C. Henssler Jr. Award. He has served as; President, Chairman of the Board, Sergeant at Arms, Corresponding Secretary, Convention Chairman, Holiday Party Chairman, and currently holds a position on the GPLA Board of Directors and GPLA Instructor. Sven K Hellwig, Jr is a second-generation locksmith. His first uniform was issued at age 2. His first set of tools were plastic but he instinctively knew how to use them. First lock installed age 6, first lock picked age 7. He is a GPLA shop member and was an assistant instructor at last year’s GPLA convention. He and his father are partners in their business, SKH Locksmiths/1-800-WE-UNLOCK. With his extensive background in locksmithing, automotive, and electronics, Sven Jr. has proven himself as an excellent young instructor. He is very eager to pass on his experience.

Thursday, September 21, 2017 #4 Cost: $155.00

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

COMPLETE SAFE SERVICING Instructor: Joe Reustle Stop turning down lucrative safe servicing jobs! Through a combination of hands-on training and lecture, students will learn mechanical and electronic safe lock combination changing and servicing, diagnosing and repairing bolt work problems, hinge adjustments and more. These skills and techniques will allow the student to keep their customer’s safes operating properly and provide additional revenue generating opportunities. Eye protection is a must and students should bring end or diagonal cutters, vice grips, assorted Phillips and slotted screwdrivers, hammer, center punch, pencil and paper. A GPLA certificate suitable for framing will be awarded to each student. About the instructor: Joseph R Reustle, CPS, is owner of JR’s Lock and Safe Company in Atco NJ and has been working in the industry for 25 years. He has been an instructor for both SAVTA and other local locksmith associations. He also has been an assistant instructor to Dave McOmie in many of Dave’s classes for the past 5 years. He specializes in opening high security safes, but continues to offer traditional locksmithing and access control services to his clients. He has held offices in the past for both GPLA and SJLA, was named SAVTA Instructor of the Year this year and is currently serving as a Director for SAVTA.

Thursday, September 21, 2017 #5 Cost: $155.00

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

AUTOMOTIVE LOCKSMITHING 101

Instructor: John Paul Williams Want to get into the lucrative field of automotive locksmithing? Most automotive classes teach about transponder technologies, but what about making that mechanical first key, or making a key to an older vehicle? If you want to learn these skills then this is the class for you! This class will teach you the basics in automotive key origination. We will go over what reference material to use, and how to use it. We will also cover automotive tools that will read the locks without disassembling the door panels. We will cover how to tear down the old GM columns to make the ignition key. There will plenty of hands on so that you can get the feel for the tools and equipment. There will be lots more information on making keys to both older and newer cars so that you can feel confident in taking those automotive calls rather than sending them to your competitor. As an added bonus, we will have Paul Kline give a demonstration on the Lishi tools. A GPLA certificate suitable for framing will be awarded to each student. About the instructor: John Paul Williams has been in the locksmithing industry for over 17 years. He started working with Neff's Safe Lock and Security for over 10 years where they not only did commercial and residential but specialized in automotive locksmithing. While working there, he traveled all over the US selling automotive locksmithing tools. The last few years before he left to start his own business, he answered the free Tech support lines, helping many other locksmiths with their automotive questions. Now, as the independent company-owner of Answered Prayer Locksmithing, he is primarily a dedicated automotive locksmith.

Friday, September 22, 2017 #6 NJ State Certified Cost: $155.00 + $20.00 for NJ CEUs 8.0 CEU Class

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

LOCKSMITHING 101

Instructors: John Truempy, ICML, CRL, LSFDI, CMIL, IFDI Vernon Kelley, ICML, CFDI, CPL, LSFDI, CMIL, IFDI This is a 1-day course aimed at the beginner or apprentice. Students will learn basic terminology, key blank identification, cylinder servicing and key fitting, lock bypass techniques, functions and finishes, and about tools and machinery unique to the industry. The basics of master keying and life safety codes will be reviewed, as well as how to use code books and software. This course will also benefit those preparing to take ALOA or AIL mandatory exams for certification. While some hands-on exercises are on the agenda, students should come prepared to take copious notes! Students are also encouraged to bring their own cylinder servicing tools. NJ Locksmiths who check the appropriate box on the registration form and include the additional $20.00 will receive a 8.0 CEU certificate for their 2019 NJ State Locksmith License renewal. Students must bring their NJ State License to class to receive their CEUs. A GPLA certificate suitable for framing will be awarded to each student. About the instructors:

John Truempy, ICML, CRL, LSFDI, CMIL, IFDI, was practically born into locksmithing. As an author, he has written many books focusing on both practical and esoteric applications for master key systems. As an instructor, he’s taught a wide array of subjects such as lock picking and basic master keying, as well as advanced subjects like investigative locksmithing, lock bypass techniques and advanced master keying. Currently, John is the first president of ALOA Institutional Locksmiths and vice-president of the ALOA Scholarship Foundation. John is the owner of Lounging Lizard Publishing, and is also co-owner of the industry website, LocksmithCommunity.com. John is also a recipient of the Lee Rognon Award and the Robert Gress Award. Vernon Kelley, ICML, CPL, CFDI, LSFDI, CMIL, IFDI, has been involved in the locksmith & security industry since 1989, and is a licensed locksmith in the State of New Jersey. A noted instructor and editor, he’s co-author of the book, Institutional Lock Shop Management. Vernon has served on the ALOA board of directors, and he is currently the first trustee of ALOA Institutional Locksmiths and director for the ALOA Scholarship Foundation. A recipient of the prestigious Lee Rognon Award, as well as the Robert Gress Award, Vernon is the Supervisor of Access Control at The College of New Jersey.

Friday, September 22, 2017 #7 Cost: $155.00

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

ALARM LOCK: Advanced Networx, Gateway Connectivity & Dl Windows Software Training

Instructor: Andy Phelps This class is hands on and will cover all aspects of DL Windows Software programming, including setting up a system with users, time zones, schedules, running an audit trail for the Networx products. We will send/receive programming using our Laptops to Networx products. We will demonstrate the Networx - Global Emergency Commands to issue a “Lockdown” all locks within the system from the PC and/or from any lock within the system as if there was an emergency situation. The Global Emergency Commands can also be used to “Unlock” all locks within the system from the PC or any lock within the system. Note: It is mandatory that students bring their laptops to class. We will load software and you will follow along for step by step programming instructions. The student’s laptops MUST be fully updated with all current Microsoft Windows OS and security updates prior to coming to the class. About the instructor: Andy Phelps has been a locksmith in TN since 1991, starting in Martin, TN as a single man mobile shop. He moved to Nashville, TN in 2004 where, as a member of ALOA, he passed the PRP and received the designation of CRL. In Nashville, he broadened his business plan to include automotive transponder key generation as well as commercial and residential locksmithing. In 2010, he saw a need for continuing education courses and started the Locksmith Academy of Nashville after the State of TN licensed locksmiths. He offered classes ranging from interchangeable core servicing to automotive key generation and transponders. Also in July 2010, Andy became the shop manager at a locksmith shop in Nashville. He managed up to 5 technicians in the field. In February 2014, he left to reopen his mobile shop. In September 2014, he became the National Training Manager for Alarm Lock, continuing his passion for teaching.

Friday, September 22, 2017 #8 Cost: $155.00

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

MATRIX FORMAT MASTER KEYING

Instructor: Bill B. Edwards, Jr., CML

One of the foremost authorities on master keying brings this informative class to Philadelphia! Master keying is an important skill-set for the modern locksmith. The ability to provide customers with what they want can set you apart from your competition. This full day class explains the Matrix Format method of designing a master key system and relates it to the Standard Progression Format you should be familiar with. The class will demonstrate how to design systems with up to four levels of keying using the TPP or RCM progression techniques and also covers reverse engineering existing systems to complete expansion and intelligent cross-keying techniques using the Matrix Format. Students should bring a pen or pencil to class. A thorough understanding of basic master keying is essential to get the most from this class. . A GPLA certificate suitable for framing will be awarded to all students. About the instructor:

Known for his expertise in Master Keying, Bill Edwards has held the position of Key Records Manager with Medeco Security Locks, Yale Security, ASSA Inc., Abloy Inc., Arrow Lock Company, Master Lock Co. and American Lock Co. He has been a locksmith since 1969 and started as an in-house locksmith for the University of Louisville, Ky. As an independent businessman, he has also acted as a consultant for Schlage Lock Co., Chicago Lock Co. and Russwin, and was a Technical Editor for the Reed Security Reporter as well as an on-the-road locksmith. The holder of a few US patents for key and cylinder design he is also the inventor of the Matrix Format and a couple of other locksmith tools. Called as an expert witness on many occasions for his expertise in keying systems and cylinder and lock design and construction, he is a life member of ALOA and has served as a member-at-large on the Board of Directors and as the Vice Chairman of the PRP Committee 1986-87. He is also a charter member of and current Chairman of the Lock Industry Standards and Training (LIST) Council. He has taught factory certification classes for all of his employers, master keying classes and basic locksmithing and picking classes throughout the US. He was a charter member of IAIL, is an honorary member of CSLA and MLANJ as well as a charter member of the ClearStar Security Network and an active life member of the East Tennessee Locksmith Association. In 1988, he was the recipient of the coveted Philadelphia Award. His book "Master Keying by the Numbers" is in its fifth edition printing, the interchangeable core book "The Core of the Matter" is in the second edition printing and he has also authored an eBook autobiography "Been There, Done That". All three books are available from Locksoft.com where he is the owner.

Friday, September 22, 2017 #9 Cost: $155.00

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Auto Transponder Chip Harvesting & Reshelling and Lishi Automotive Lock Picks

INSTRUCTORS: Sven K. Hellwig Sr., CRL, Paul Kline, RL & Sven K. Hellwig Jr. Go green, re-use, re-cycle, renew! This portion of the class is designed to give the student the basic understanding of transponder chip identification and location in order to harvest and re-use chips in new shells to produce a new low-cost key, ready to be cut and programmed. Students will learn which keys are locked and not worth harvesting and which can be easily harvested to save them money. Topics to be covered include: how to shell keys to replace customers worn keys, harvesting chips to save time and programing, how and where to get the keys to harvest, and how to market their new skill. Other subjects related to automotive work will be discussed and any questions that the student has pertaining to the auto industry are encouraged. Beginners and journeyman will walk away from this class with a vast understanding of auto chips. In the second portion of the class, each student will be instructed on the different Lishi pick tools currently available and the proper use to pick and decode various automotive locks from Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and others. Once the student decodes the lock there will be code cutting machines available to cut the key for the lock. This is a great hands-on experience for beginners, intermediate and seasoned professionals. Discount coupons for the Lishi tool will be made available to purchase from vendors at the product exhibit on Saturday. A GPLA certificate suitable for framing will be awarded to each student. About the instructors: Sven K. Hellwig Sr., CRL has been in the Locksmithing Industry for 36 years. Sven has owned and operated SKH Locksmiths Shop & Mobile Service out of Hatboro, PA since 1981. He has successfully completed 51 instructional courses and factory certifications, as well as ALOA PRP Certification. Mentored under and assisted Instructor with one of the industry’s leaders in impressioning, lock picking, and safe manipulation for many years, Mr. Marty Arnold. Sven has worked on thousands of automotive keys in his career. It has been a very lucrative part of his business and he is very excited as a GPLA instructor to show all the students how they can use the same skills and techniques to get the job done quickly and profitably. Sven has been a member of GPLA since 1989 and is the recipient of the prestigious GPLA Herman C. Henssler Jr. Award. He has served as; President, Chairman of the Board, Sergeant at Arms, Corresponding Secretary, Convention Chairman, Holiday Party Chairman, and currently holds a position on the GPLA Board of Directors and GPLA Instructor. Paul J. Kline, RL, is a second-generation locksmith, having started in a family business with his father in 1975. He is currently a member of ALOA, and has served as Recording Secretary, Sergeant-at-Arms, Corresponding Secretary and is currently serving as Vice President of the GPLA. Paul is the owner of Lightning Locksmith, a full-service lock shop specializing in Automotive Locksmithing along with commercial and residential service. He has taught numerous classes in advanced and high security automotive locksmith techniques as well as trade show demonstrations. Sven K Hellwig, Jr is a second-generation locksmith. His first uniform was issued at age 2. His first set of tools were plastic but he instinctively knew how to use them. First lock installed age 6, first lock picked age 7. He is a GPLA shop member and was an assistant instructor at last year’s GPLA convention. He and his father are partners in their business, SKH Locksmiths/1-800-WE-UNLOCK. With his extensive background in locksmithing, automotive, and electronics, Sven Jr. has proven himself as an excellent young instructor. He is very eager to pass on his experience.

GPLA OFFICERS

President …………………………………………………….……………………..….. Barry Wilensky, CRL Vice President ............................................................................................................... Paul Kline, RL Corresponding Secretary ........................................................................................... Michael Nimmo Recording Secretary .................................................................................................. Maurice Onraet Treasurer ............................................................................................................. .Martin Arnold, CML Sergeant at Arms ....................................................................................................... .Robert Thomas

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Orvis A. Kline, CPL, CAL – Chairman

Murray Bilker Gabriel Kanes Edward Fitzgerald, CML Clifford L. Shafer, CPS, CML Sven K. Hellwig, Sr., CRL

CONVENTION COMMITTEE

Clifford L. Shafer, CPS, CML .............................................................................. General Chairman John Williams, CRL.......................................................................................... Education Chairman Edward Fitzgerald, CML ...................................................................................... Exhibits Chairman Martin Arnold, CML ............................................................................................. Finance Chairman Sven K. Hellwig, Sr, CRL. ........................................................................................... .Hotel Liaison Michael Nimmo ............................................................................................. Publications Chairman Nelson Dayton, CML .................................................................................... Reservations Chairman Bill Young, CPS, CML ............................................................................... VIP/Hospitality Chairman Orvis A. Kline, CAL, CPL ................................................................. E-Communications Chairman Anthony Buenaflor ............................................................................................ Exhibits Committee James Sundstrond III ........................................................................................ Exhibits Committee John C. Magee III ............................................................................................. Exhibits Committee Robert Thomas ............................................................................................. Education Committee Maurice Onraet ............................................................................................. Education Committee Paul Kline, RL ........................................................................................... Reservations Committee Murray Bilker................................................................................... E-Communications Committee

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From I-95 North or South: Take exit 30 Cottman Avenue. Follow Cottman Avenue approx. 1 mile, make right onto Frankford Avenue. Follow Frankford Avenue approx. 0.9 miles, make left onto Welsh Road. Make left at next intersection onto Craig Street. GPLA Headquarters is ¾ of the way down the block on the left. PLEASE NOTE: GPLA Headquarters is approximately 20 miles from the Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport. For anyone wishing to get a room for the night closer to GPLA Headquarters, we recommend the Four-Points by Sheraton at 9401 Roosevelt Blvd in Philadelphia, which is about 3 miles from our HQ. Their phone number is: 215-671-9600. Another option is the Holiday Inn Express at 1329 Bristol Pike in Bensalem, PA, which is about 5 miles away from our HQ. They can be reached at: 215-245-5222. GPLA has not blocked any rooms at these hotels, nor made any arrangement with them for room pricing.