No matter what kind of business you’re a part of it’s clear that broadening your skill set in any given area is an important step to making sure you and your business stand out from the crowd. We all know that gaining appropriate training allows for individual and company success and growth.

If you’re part of the locksmith trade you will be aware that even if you are just starting out, or you’re an experienced locksmith, training is imperative for a professional to provide a high quality service.

The benefits of Locksmith training for you and your company:

• You gain invaluable expert advice from specialists with hands-on experience: You learn from qualified professionals with years of practical and theoretical experience, who are actively involved in the locksmith trade, with their own locksmith companies.
• Appropriate training no matter your level: There are courses out there for all levels of locksmiths, from absolute beginners right up to experienced locksmiths. By choosing a bespoke course you can tailor your own course content to suit your needs.
• Support: You are provided with full support during your locksmith training course, providing you with advice and guidance every step of the way.
• The opportunity to choose from the best locksmith training courses and learning the latest in your trade: For example the rising popularity of UPVC door locks means that training in this area would put you and your business at the forefront of the market. You can find a huge variety of locksmith training courses from basic methods of entry to the latest locksmith equipment and technologies, making sure you are at the top of your game and ahead of your competitors.

If you are unfamiliar with uPVC repair work then you and your business may well be missing out on a whole host of work.

Door repairs can account for the majority of a locksmith’s work and it is a growing fact that composite and UPVC doors outnumber wooden doors by far. So, for any viable business to keep up-to-date with the latest in market trends it is essential for you to be fully conversant with UPVC repair work.

The benefits of having UPVC training:

• Keeping up: By obtaining UPVC training you are keeping up-to-date with the latest market trends, gaining valuable business and staying ahead of your competitors.
• Business growth: If clients have problems with a UPVC door or window they will more likely than not call on a UPVC installation company. These large companies are often not interested in coming out for smaller jobs such as window lock repairs, which means that there is an opportunity for those people who are willing to do such work. Locksmiths are the next logical companies to contact, so if you have training in UPVC repair work you will be able to pick up business.
• UPVC repairs peak in both winter and summer: Typically throughout the year different types of lock and door problems tend to peak at certain times, and it is therefore important for a locksmith to make the most of this. The great thing about UPVC work is that it peaks in both winter and summer making UPVC work common. Therefore having the skills to deal confidently with UPVC can be lucrative for you and your business.

Choosing the right company for training can be difficult.

MPL Locksmith Training is a City and Guilds accredited training company, approved by MoD in support of the ELC Scheme, providing learners with a variety of excellent locksmith courses and highly experienced trainers, making them the best for locksmith training in the UK.

MPL are one of the only UK distributors of UPVC door locks meaning they are specialists in the field, with many years of experience under their belts and a variety of courses to choose from.

If you’re looking to improve your skillset as a locksmith then you can visit www.mpl-locksmith-training.co.uk. Or call 01924 360444 for more details on all relevant locksmith training courses.

If you’re looking to grow your locksmith business, it can be difficult to identify sometimes just how you might do this. One of the best ways any company can grow and get ahead of their competitors is not just to be better than them, but to be different from them. And an excellent way of doing this? Add UPVC lock and repair services to your capabilities.

If you’re not confident in UPVC repair work, then you could be missing out on a whole host of work out there. Why not take the opportunity to grow your business this year and enrol on our 1 day UPCV repair course? Take a look at some of the reasons it could seriously aid your business and its growth:

Door repairs account for the majority of a locksmith’s work
It’s a fact that door repairs account for the majority of a locksmith’s work, and it is also a fact that now, composite and UPVC doors outnumber wooden doors. It’s essential for any business to stay up-to-date with the latest market trends, which means that if you’re not fully conversant with UPVC repair work, you could be missing out on valuable business and falling behind your competitors.

Many UPVC installation companies are unwilling to take on smaller jobs
Often, the first port of call for people when they have problems with a UPVC door or window lock is a UPVC installation company. However as these sorts of business make their big money on the installation side of things, many aren’t interested in coming out for smaller jobs such as a window lock repair. That means there is an opportunity for people who are willing to do such work! Locksmiths are the next logical people to contact and with not all locksmiths dealing with or at least being confident with UPCV repair work, it’s a real opportunity to pick up lucrative business.

UPVC repairs peak in both winter and summer
Throughout the year, certain types of lock and door problems tend to peak at certain times, and it is important for any locksmith to be able to make the most of these opportunities. The great thing about UPVC work is that it peaks in both the winter and the summer. In the colder weather, you’ll often see UPVC doors contracting, shrinking the door a few millimetres which in turn throws the locking mechanism out of line which can then cause other problems. In summer, you’ll often find the opposite problem, with the heat expanding the door slightly and resulting in a door that seems to big for the frame. This sort of work is common so having the skills to deal confidently deal with UPCV can be lucrative.

To book your 1 day UPVC repair course call us on 01924 360444 or email [email protected].

Becoming a locksmith is a fantastic choice for those of you looking to learn a lifelong trade or even to start working for yourself. The MPL 5 Day Ultimate Locksmith Training Course is perfect for those of you starting out in the locksmith industry. Here are 5 reasons to take the 5 Day Ultimate Locksmith Training Course!

 
Great for Beginners
Whether you’ve just finished school or you’re looking to change your career, our 5 Day Ultimate Locksmith Training Course is designed with beginners in mind. This extensive course provides you with the skills and know-how of starting your own locksmith business – so you can be your own boss. No prior experience is necessary and every on your course will be in the same boat.

Run by Experts
All MPL locksmith training courses are run by dedicated experts with years of practical experience either as a self-employed locksmith or a larger company. Our specialists will let you in on all the industry secrets, latest techniques, technology, methods and equipment. The 5 Day Ultimate Locksmith Training Course involves lots of practical work – ideal for those of you who prefer a hands-on learning experience.

Intensive Locksmith Training
The 5 Day Ultimate Locksmith Training Course isn’t called ultimate for no reason. At MPL we make sure you have the opportunity to learn everything from health & safety to high security locks. Each day is packed full of amazing locksmith skills you’ll take with you in your new career. Skills include drilling techniques for all locks, British standard lock picking, uPVC door locks, business start-up advice, advertising/invoicing, Snap Safe locks and so much more. We’ll teach you about the entire locksmith industry from basic locks all the way up to maximising profits for your own locksmith business. At the end of each day our experts will hold a course-relevant Q&A session so you can refresh your mind and also ask any queries you may have.

Get Qualified
We work alongside the Northern Council for Further Education (NCFE) so you can earn the very best industry qualifications. On completing the MPL 5 Day Ultimate Locksmith, each student is awarded an NCFE Level 3 Certificate, an MPL 3 Day Course Certificate and an MPL 2 Day Advanced Picking Course Certificate. This high quality collection of qualifications could impress prospective clients when you’re running your own locksmith business – securing many loyal customers for years to come.

Guaranteed Extras
As well as qualifications, the MPL 5 Day Ultimate Locksmith Training Course comes with a few extras. Of course, this includes refreshments, exclusive training and all the skills you’ll need to become a locksmith. But we also offer a 24 hour helpline for all students, a free Locksmith Bible worth over £100, full back-up service when you’re on call for a job and comprehensive coverage of destructive/non-destructive techniques…all included in the course fee!

Ready to kickstart your locksmith career? Call 01924 360444 today to book your place on the 5 Day Ultimate Locksmith Training Course.

October is ‘National Home Security Month‘ which sees 5 weeks dedicated to educating the nation on the importance of home security.

From making sure your locks are stable and secure and installing the right alarm systems through to new home security smart phone apps and maintaining you gates and fencing; there’s a whole host of things you need to be doing to deter burglars through the winter months and keep you, your family and your home safe and secure.

Here at MPL Locksmith Training, we want to help make sure your home doesn’t become a crime scene this winter. As such, we’ve put together this handy infographic with advice and top tips on keeping your home safe and secure as we start to see the dark nights draw in.

Care to share? We’ve created a handy embed code for that!

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