1055 Colonel Ledyard Highway . Ledyard, CT 06339 . 860-464-8664
www.aalockkey.com
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Newsletter KEY COMMUNICATIONS |
April 2010 |
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 Welcome!
In this issue of Key Communications Dave talks about different types of safes for protection of your valuables and documents. read more...
And, Do you know your locksmith? Read the article below and use the tips for your future lock emergencies here.
Take a minute to see what Bob has been learning in our ongoing endeavor to keep current on the newest trends in technology in the industry. more here...
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Safes come in many different sizes and design but all basically fall into one of four main categories:
- Burglary Safes
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Fire Safes
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Burglary/Fire Safes
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Data Safes
Burglary Safe - is designed primarily to protect the contents against theft and will generally offer little or no protection against the damage of contents by fire or other risks.
Fire Safe - is basically designed to protect contents (primarily papers) against fire damage and typically offer only a minimal level of security. Fire safes are tested and rated in respect of their performance in the event of a fire.
Test criteria will include the length of time (normally specified as minutes - 30, 60, 90 or 120), in a fire of a specified temperature, that the safe can maintain an internal temperature of below 200 degrees C(395 degrees F), the point at which documents will be destroyed.
Burglary/Fire Safes - These are generally multi-purpose safes and offer good security against forced entry as well as protection from fire.
Data Safe - is similar to a fire safe but to be effective must,in the event of a fire, maintain a much lower internal temperature than a fire safe (less than 52 degrees C (125 degrees F)--the point at which data media is destroyed) and also protect against other hazards such as high humidity, electro magnetic contamination, etc. Test ratings are applied in a similar way to those for fire safes however for a data safe, much more demanding.
So if you are thinking about purchasing a safe for any reason, call us at 860-464-8664 or email us at aalk@aol.com so we can provide you with the information to make an intelligent choice and acquire the safe that meets your needs, both at your office and at your home. |
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 Bob Completes
X-09 Certification On March 26th, Bob attended an X-09 Installation and Operation Certification Class in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. This course provided in-depth training for installation, operation and programming of the new X-09 lock. This high security electronic lock is GSA approved and its use is implemented in the U. S. at many governmental facilities. The manufacturer of this device, Kaba Mas, is an international leader in electronic locking devices. For additional information,see Kaba Mas. |
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Our Contribution to the Industry 
Dave is in the thick of it now!
As many of you readers know, Dave serves as Education Coordinator for the Yankee Security Convention, Inc., a not-for-profit trade organization dedicated to the further learning and industry awareness of locksmith professionals in the Northeast Region of the country. As we speak, Dave is presently working with the Board on educational classes for the upcoming convention to be held in October in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. More information on Yankee will follow soon.
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OUR CEO
J. David Vessels, Chief Executive Officer, is
a Certified Professional Locksmith with the Associated Locksmiths of America, Inc.
Dave enjoys kayaking and fishing, especially on the coast of Maine. He also likes to hike with Deb and their son Tom and girlfriend Cait, and daughter Vicky and boyfriend Ryan, as well as with the pups, Chica and Lola. |
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Deborah H. Vessels, our President , oversees the daily operations of the business. Debbie worked for several years as the Administrative Assistant to the Mayor of Ledyard. She also has served as President of the Ledyard Middle School Parent Teacher Organization, Ledyard High School Music Boosters and the LHS Drug & Alcohol Free All Night Graduation Party Committee.
Debbie enjoys spending time with her family and hiking with Dave and chihuahuas Chica and Lola. Deb enjoys flower gardening, birding and being outdoors. |
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LOCK TECHNICIAN
Bob Watrous, has been with AA Lock & Key since 2002. Bob is very proficient in all aspects of locksmithing. Through on-the-job training, classes at the Yankee Security Convention and his natural mechanical ability, Bob provides
top notch security solutions to our customers.
Bob is also well known for his friendly nature, honesty and integrity. We are pleased to have him as a member of our team!
On weekends, you can find Bob playing drums for the local band, The Buzz.
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OFFICE MANAGER  Kathy Crowell has been with AA Lock & Key since 1989. Kathy is most likely who you may hear on the other end of the phone when you call or see when you come to our office location. Her excellent "people" skills are most valuable to us. She handles our dispatch system, as well as our accounts receivables, payables and many of the myriad of things that come up on a daily basis here.
Kathy enjoys her family, and especially delights in the company of her grandsons. |
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Testimonials
"I have confidently used Dave and the AA Lock & Key team for many years now. I trust AA Lock & Key with our clients' needs as well as our own, in both residential and commercial applications. Thank you for your years of outstanding, proven service!" --Fred B. Allyn III, Allyn Associates, Realtors®, Broker-Owner, commercial property manager.
Best regards,
Fred B. Allyn III, Broker-Owner
ALLYN ASSOCIATES, REALTORS
108 WEST TOWN STREET
NORWICH CT 06360
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 Dave's first shop was mobile...in an old bread truck! Deb and Dave's son was just over 2 years old and loved to be with his dad. Dave installed a seat in the passenger's side so Tom could ride with him on the emergency lockouts on the weekends. Back in those days, we took every possible job, every auto opening, anything with a lock...at any time of the day and night. The only "shop" we had was the bread truck! Back in those days--and still today--we didn't want to miss any calls...so Deb would take Tom outside to play, armed with a bag containing 2 portable phones--one for each line, and a message book. We used a pager, so Dave could find a pay phone or use the phone at the location he was working. This was in the days before cell phones were widely used. There were many holidays and middle of the night calls for lockouts. Nights could be short! But we were young! See next month for Chapter 4! |
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About Us
As you may know, AA Lock & Key, Inc. was established in 1986. Our mission is to provide high quality security solutions to commercial, industrial, municipal and residential clients. You may see more about AA Lock & Key, Inc, by visiting our website at www.aalockkey.com.
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Remember...
You can always reach us personally by phone, 860-464-8664, from 8:30 am through 5 pm, weekdays. You will never get an answering service or machine during these hours. We hope you find this information helpful and look forward to hearing from you soon! We welcome your input about our E newsletter. Drop us a note at AALK@aol.com !
Yours in safety and security,
AA Lock & Key, Inc.
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