Welcome to McElheney Security Solutions’ safe and vault service division. We are experts at professional safe and vault opening, repair and service.

Our team of professional safe and vault technicians is lead by Michael McElheney, CMST, CML. With over 25 years experience in the safe and vault industry, Mike is one of the most highly trained and certified technicians in the country. Certified by the Safe and Vault Technicians Association (SAVTA) and the ALOA Security Professionals, Inc., Mike has earned the certifications of Certified Master Safe Technician (CMST) and Certified Master Locksmith (CML). Below are some of Mike’s notable advanced skills and achievements.

  • Mechanical Safe Lock Manipulation

  • Electronic Safe Lock Spindle Hole Defeat

  • Advanced Safe Opening and Repair

  • Bank Vault Electronic Lock Conversions

  • 4th Place Finish - 2023 Harry C. Miller Manipulation Contest

  • Winner - 2024 Harry C. Miller Manipulation Contest

  • Elected to Board of Directors - Safe and Vault Technicians Association (2024)

  • Published Technical Author in Trade Magazines