Issue 112 | Contents
10 GO ON AMBER How an ordinary day led to an extraordinary career change from selling phone systems to locksmithing.
12 AND THE WINNER IS … We catch up with AL Security & Locksmith Training Scotland one year and five award nominations later.
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14 HELP IS AT HAND Why Paul Steven’ s 15 year plan‘ didn’ t work out’ but he’ s still making money in his sleep!
26 FOR SAFE KEEPING A lesson in protecting valuables just in time for the new school year – essential security for students.
30 FIRST AID KITS JMA teams up with Souber Tools for the new window opener kits and upgrades to professional cases.
40 DRAWING A BLANK NW Key’ s guide to Brisant Ultion ® Key Blanks plus how to find out any mortice, cylinder or vehicle blank info.
54 PREPARE TO FAIL? Three top tips from Door Controls Direct on the most common fire door failures and how to fix them.
59 THE ROAD TO MLA 3D Group previews what’ s in store at their stand this October, as all roads lead to Telford.
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