LIVE MASTERCLASS
DOOR CLOSER INSTALLATION
2 Hours of Premium Education with ACE-Instructor Wayne Winton
Saturday, October 24, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Mountain Time)
LIVE • 2 HOURS • $99
REPLAY AVAILABLE FOR 120 DAYS
Control the door. Control the opening.
Invest in your skills. One service call can pay for this class completely.
A door that doesn’t close and latch properly can create more than an operational headache. It can leave an opening unsecured, create a safety hazard, or allow a door to swing uncontrolled. Proper door closer installation is an essential part of making sure the entire opening performs the way it was designed to.
In this 2-hour LIVE Masterclass taught by current ALOA President, ACE-Certified Instructor, and locksmith business owner Wayne Winton, you’ll learn how to approach door closer installation as part of the complete door opening, rather than simply mounting a closer to a door. We’ll cover the different installation methods, mounting configurations, closer types, and the challenges you’re likely to encounter in real-world applications.
Whether you’re servicing doors as a locksmith, maintaining a large facility, or responsible for engineering and building systems, this is a skill you can put to work immediately. The more doors you work on, the more valuable this knowledge becomes—and the more opportunities you have to put that skill to work for your business or organization.
PREPARE TO LEARN:
• The complete door opening
Understand how the door, frame, hardware, closer, and surrounding conditions work together.
• Conventional and surface-mounted closers
Learn standard mounting configurations and when to use different installation methods.
• Parallel-arm installations
Understand the differences, applications, and considerations for parallel mounting.
• Concealed closers
Explore concealed applications, including center-hung and double-swing doors.
• Different footprints and mounting options
Know how to handle different closer dimensions and mounting conditions.
• Drop-down plates
Learn when and why to use drop plates, including challenging applications such as aluminum storefront doors where mounting space is limited.
• Proper closing and latching
Ensure the door closes smoothly, completely, and with enough control to latch securely.
• Common installation mistakes
Learn what can go wrong, what to look for, and—most importantly—what NOT to do.
• Door control and safety
Prevent doors from slamming, dragging, or swinging open uncontrolled while maintaining proper operation.
• Security considerations
Understand why a properly installed and adjusted door closer is an important part of securing an opening.
Put Your Skills to Work
Door closer installation isn’t simply about getting the closer mounted. It’s about making sure the entire opening works correctly, closes reliably, latches securely, and remains under control.
Learn the methods, understand the applications, avoid the common mistakes, and add another valuable skill to your professional toolbox.
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DOOR CLOSER INSTALLATION WITH WAYNE WINTON
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS MASTERCLASS?
LOCKSMITHS
Expand your skill set beyond the lock itself. Understanding door closers allows you to service more of the opening, solve more problems for your customers, and create additional revenue opportunities.
MAINTENANCE & FACILITIES PROFESSIONALS
If you’re responsible for maintaining a building with dozens or hundreds of doors, you’re going to encounter door closers. Learn how to properly install, adjust, and troubleshoot them instead of relying on trial and error.
INSTITUTIONAL & GOVERNMENT MAINTENANCE STAFF
Schools, universities, government facilities, hospitals, and other large organizations depend on properly functioning doors throughout their buildings. This training provides practical knowledge for maintaining those openings safely and reliably.
HOTEL & HOSPITALITY ENGINEERING DEPARTMENTS
Hotels have doors everywhere—and every one of them needs to operate correctly. Learn the fundamentals of closer installation and application so you can address problems efficiently and keep your openings functioning properly.
ANYONE RESPONSIBLE FOR MULTIPLE DOOR OPENINGS
If your job involves maintaining, servicing, installing, or inspecting a large number of doors, this is a skill worth having. A lot of doors means a lot of door closers. Knowing how to work with them makes you more capable, more self-sufficient, and more valuable to your organization.
SHOP OWNERS & ENTREPRENEURS
Expand the types of jobs your business can confidently pursue.
THIS IS MORE THAN A RECORDED CLASS.
This is your opportunity to spend two hours LIVE with Wayne Winton, ask questions as they come up, participate in the discussion, and make yourself known to one of the most well-known and connected professionals in the locksmith and security industry.
Wayne isn’t just a teacher reading from a textbook.
He’s an experienced locksmith, business owner, entrepreneur, instructor, influencer, and leading figure in the industry.
You don’t just watch the training. You’re in the room with Wayne, as well as other locksmiths and security professionals participating in this course.
This class is built for something different.
Connection.
Opportunity.
Networking.
Collaboration.
Growth & Success.
DON’T JUST WATCH. PARTICIPATE.
We encourage you to take advantage of this LIVE experience!
Have a question? Ask it.
Want Wayne’s opinion on a situation you’ve encountered in the field? Bring it up.
Start a conversation that continues long after the class ends.
Connect with Wayne, as well as each other.
The live chat gives you a direct line into the class and an opportunity to interact throughout the event.
You may be surprised how much more valuable a course becomes when you stop simply watching and start participating.
Don’t leave any question lingering in your mind! Ask directly to an experienced instructor and get immediate answers.
WHY PAY MORE FOR A LIVE MASTERCLASS?
Our regular on-demand classes are designed to give you excellent training that you can access whenever it’s convenient for you. This is different.
You’re paying for the opportunity to be there while the training is happening.
You can:
-Ask questions in real time
-Get clarification when something isn’t clear
-Hear Wayne’s answers to questions from other professionals
-Participate in the discussion
-Share your own experiences
-Make yourself known during the class
-Build a professional connection through genuine interaction
And when the LIVE session is over, you’ll still have 120 days of recording access to revisit the material.
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LEARN DIRECTLY FROM WAYNE
Wayne Winton brings years of hands-on experience in the locksmith and security industry, along with extensive experience as a business owner, entrepreneur, and industry educator.
During this LIVE class, you'll have an experienced professional in the room with you.
Ask Wayne directly, participate in the discussion, and hear his perspective in real time.
That’s something an on-demand class simply can’t provide.
About The Instructor - Wayne Winton, ACE Certified
Wayne Winton is a seasoned locksmith, security professional, and educator with over a decade of hands-on experience in the field. He’s the owner of Tri-County Locksmith Service in Colorado, where he’s built a reputation for practical expertise in safe opening, electronic access control, commercial door hardware, and non-destructive entry techniques. 
Wayne holds the Certified Registered Locksmith (CRL) and ACE Certified Instructor (ACI) credentials from the Associated Locksmiths of America (ALOA), and he’s actively involved in advancing the industry through education and community engagement. He’s also the 2025-2026 President of ALOA, helping shape the future of locksmithing and physical security training.

Beyond his own business, Wayne runs the LSN Podcast and Masterclass platform, as well as Wayne’s Lock Shop, a comprehensive online training platform with hundreds of videos and resources for professionals. He’s spoken at major industry events, developed curriculum for hands-on training, and is widely respected for breaking down complex skills into real-world techniques that techs can use immediately. 
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