November 8, 2000. NYAIL meeting was sponsored by Corporate Member Securitech. Factory representatives Steven Seif and George Howell presented many high security products, including vandal resistant mechanical and electromechanical locks. All featured "no prior knowledge" operation, and some were dual locking with magnetic locks in addition to mechanical locking. The pure mechanical type included multiple point locking and automatic deadbolt types, and panic police locks to legally lock emergency exits. They also showed locks specially designed for the specific needs of the NYC Transit Authority and the US Postal Service. A specialty item also shown was the Securiguard which prevents cylinder vandalism by covering lock cylinders with a shield locked by a magnetic key. Overall, high security for many applications!

October 11, 2000. NYAIL meeting was sponsored by Corporate Member McKenzie Group/Labadie Sales/Paul Polke and featured a product presentation of Ilco-Unican pushbutton/electronic locks. Jerry Bonardi and Darren Weinstein showed the electronic locks: Ilco 4000 series , the Mas-Hamilton 3500 series, Ilco 850L LearnLock, Solitaire and the SolitairePROX which uses proximity cards to access. Also featured was the Unican 8100 series mechanical pushbutton lock. Each product had specific features, including audit trail, various numbers of possible users ranging from 19 to 1,500, cylindrical and/or mortise configuration, and programming without a computer. All had IC key bypass availability. The 8100 can be put into passage mode or combination locked out by a thumbturn or key on the inside of the door. Overall, many useful features for varying requirements.

September 13, 2000. NYAIL meeting was sponsored by Corporate Member IR Security & Safety, featuring Locknetics & Recognition Systems. Manufacturer's representative Dom Cottone explained that Locknetics is using the name IR Security and Safety, since they are part of Ingersoll Rand. IR Security and Safety also includes Falcon, Schlage, LCN, Dor-o-matic, Glynn-Johnson, Ives, Von Duprin, Monarch, Recognition Systems, and SteelCraft. He described the various applications of their LockLink access control program, which is available in DOS and Windows versions. The CM lock is available with use with a proximity card, magnetic stripe card, Dallas Chip, or mechanical key. Their magnetic lock line has been redesigned. Most are based on the "390" series mag lock. He also mentioned two web sites that should be checked out: locknetics.com , and handreader.com He expected some info on training seminars to be available soon.

June 14, 2000. The meeting was sponsored by Ace Lock and Security Supply and LCN closers. Factory reps. George Nimee and Nolan Thrope conducted basic door and automatic operator installation training. The initial idea was that door closers are really door controllers, and that if a closer fails, other parts of the opening will fail as a consequence: locks, hinges, door, frame, so a heavy-duty (rated for longer life) closer is often cheaper in the end. Also described were the differences between high- and low-energy operators, pneumatic and electric types, and advantages of each. Adjustment of closers was covered in detail, and specific problems and solutions related to high wind conditions were also described. A presentation that will prove useful to many of our members.

May 24, 2000.   Corbin-Russwin factory tour in Berlin, CT; bus trip was provided free to NYAIL members.

May 10, 2000.  The meeting was sponsored by Accredited Lock Supply Co. featuring I.D. Sales & Associates manufacturers' representative Maureen Bruen, who demonstrated products from International Electronics Inc. She showed 25 different keypads which can control access to single doors via electric strikes or locks, including weather- and vandal-proof models and a spy-resistant scramble model. Also shown were the Hub, HubMax and HumPlus systems to control up to eight doors per system. HubPlus and HubMax systems can be remotely administered via modem by HubSite and HubMan software, allowing up to 900 different systems to be controlled. These have audit trails to determine who entered (or attempted to enter) doors in the system, and feature multiple time-zone control and forced door alarm relays. Also available are proximity, card stripe, and Dallas chip readers for new or existing card systems. Very flexible products, with many possible uses.

April 12, 2000.  The meeting was sponsored by Koines & Allen, and featured a product presentation by Michael Donohue of Olympus Lock. They feature a complete line of easily repinnable pin-tumbler drawer and cabinet locks, including models compatible with CCL R-1 and National D4291 keyways and codes, less-cylinder models for use with Medeco plugs, and small-format interchangeable core models. New products include deadlocking drawer locks and an integrated cabinet lock and pull. A high quality line at competitive prices.

April 8, 2000. Many members traveled to the MLANJ show in Sommerset, NJ; registration provided free to members by Medeco Northeast.

March 8, 2000.  Officers for 2000-02 were elected at the annual meeting .

March 4, 2000.  Some members attended a Life Safety Code and ADA class at Accredited Lock Supply Co.

Feb. 9, 2000.  The meeting was sponsored by Arrow Lock, and featured a product presentation by Jim Miller.  The cylindrical line features the Q Series, which has variable spaced thru-bolts, which allow replacement of competing brands without requiring redrilling.  The line also has a clutch action available which prevents "overdrive" of the lever.  Also shown were the patented Flexcore system of small-format interchangeable cores, which allow easy change to high security without rekeying, and the Assa high security cylinders now used at the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.