Event · 2019 · Atria Shopping Gallery

2nd Locksmith Competition & Crime Prevention Expo

GPPKM’s second national competition — a Malaysia Book of Records moment, 8+ media outlets, and a packed mall floor at Atria, Petaling Jaya.

Date2019VenueAtria Shopping Gallery, PJRecordMalaysia Book of RecordsEdition2nd
Event recap 01

A record-setting celebration of locksmith craft

The Gabungan Persatuan Peniaga Kunci Malaysia (GPPKM) — Malaysia Lock Associates — revisits an event that marked a significant chapter in our commitment to security awareness and locksmith excellence: the Locksmith Competition and Crime Prevention Expo 2019.

More than a competition, it was a platform where locksmiths, security professionals and concerned citizens converged to explore the world of security — with engaging demonstrations, informative sessions and collaborative networking that left a lasting mark on attendees.

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GPPKM 2nd Locksmith Competition Atria Shopping Gallery 2019
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Key highlights

Locksmith Competition

Locksmiths from across Malaysia competed in lock manipulation, security-system installation and quick-thinking challenges.

Crime Prevention Expo

From traditional lock systems to cutting-edge digital security — attendees met experts and saw the latest advances.

Expert Workshops & Talks

Industry leaders shared insights on crime prevention, security trends and effective practice.

Networking & Collaboration

A conducive environment for attendees to network, exchange ideas and forge connections.

Malaysia Book of Records. 115 locksmiths set a national record for the most padlocks unlocked within 3 minutes — and the event drew coverage from TV3, NTV7, 8TV, TV9, Metro TV, China Press and Sin Chew Daily.
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By day — Atria 2019

Pameran Kunci Keselamatan dan Pencegahan Jenayah 2019
2nd Locksmith Competition Malaysia
Locksmith competition scenes 2019
2nd Locksmith Competition Candidate unlocking
GPPKM Malaysia Locksmith Competition Judge Team 2019
2nd Locksmith Competition candidate contesting
2nd Locksmith Competition use doors and locks
Locksmith Competition Scenes
Media Interview GAIN padlock owner
Media Interview GPPKM Chea Man Kai
Safe Lock Mentor Peter Yeung from England
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Event night 2019

GPPKM Event Night 2019
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Frequently asked questions

When and where was GPPKM’s 2nd locksmith competition?
The 2nd Locksmith Competition and Crime Prevention Expo was held in 2019 at Atria Shopping Gallery, Petaling Jaya, again in partnership with the Royal Malaysia Police.
What record was set at the 2019 event?
The event entered the Malaysia Book of Records: 115 locksmiths set a record for the most padlocks unlocked within 3 minutes.
Which media covered the 2019 competition?
The 2nd competition drew more than 8 media outlets, including TV3, NTV7, 8TV, TV9, Metro TV, China Press and Sin Chew Daily.
Who mentored the competitors?
Safe-and-lock master Peter Yeung from England, a GPPKM overseas technical consultant, mentored competitors; GPPKM secretary Chea Man Kai also spoke to the media.
Is GPPKM affiliated with any commercial locksmith service?
GPPKM is a neutral registered trade association; it does not dispatch jobs or set prices. Its affiliated dispatch platform, MyLock.my, is operated separately and is disclosed as such.

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