Doors and Hardware articles from August 2007

Doors and Hardware archives from August 2007

Calendar.(Calendar)
August 1, 2007... August 7-8, 2007 7th Annual Midwest Security & Police Conference/Expo Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont, IL www.mspce.com September 10-12, 2007 GlassBuild America: The Glass, Window & Door Expo ...

Thanks to those who made these 20 years possible.(in TOUCH)
August 1, 2007... YOU MAY HAVE NOTICED IN THE July issue of Doors & Hardware an article highlighting my 20 years of service with DHI. If you didn't, you might want to skip this month's column. It was humbling that the DHI leadership and staff would feel it...

Rock, Paper, Scissors.(life safety & security)
August 1, 2007... I WALKED AWAY FROM A GAME OF Rock, Paper, Scissors thinking, 'in a lot of ways, this is what life is like.' Here is how this particular version of the game played out. As part of the chapter leadership program that was conducted in...

Exit devices move up the security staircase.(case STUDY)
August 1, 2007... EXIT DEVICES BEGAN AS A SIMPLE BUT effective idea for life-saving door hardware. It was conceived by Carl Prinzler in response to deaths caused by blocked doors at the tragic Iroquois Theater fire and introduced in 1908 through Vonnegut...

Maintaining door security within ADA guidelines.
August 1, 2007... There's no need to compromise door security in order to meet ADA accessibility guidelines. While it sometimes may seem that the two requirements are mutually exclusive, several hardware solutions can be applied either individually or together...

Against all vulnerabilities: Inside America's security strategies; Former White House counterterrorism Advisor Richard A. Clarke discusses the war on terror and homeland security--and the impact on architecture and urban design.(Interview)
August 1, 2007... Richard A. Clarke is one of America's leading counterterrorism experts. After leaving his distinguished 30-year government service career in 2003, he provided sworn testimony before the 9/11 Commission in March 2004. His first book, Against All...

What is the future of access control?
August 1, 2007... Electronic access control has been around for more than 30 years but is still mostly limited in its use to some perimeter doors and spaces that require high security. If mechanical keys represent the analog side of the access control market and...

Security hot spot: Loading docks; The loading dock--that place for unglamorous shipping and receiving--is often overlooked or downplayed in the larger security picture. Nearly every loading dock, however, is a portal that leaves an organization open to a multitude of potential risks and vulnerabilities.
August 1, 2007... The primary problem with loading dock security is that most organizations lack security personnel in these areas. Add to this the sometimes relaxed attitude of the shipping and receiving operation, and many organizations are left dangerously...

Can I leave your school with someone else's child?
August 1, 2007... SONY SHEPHERD is a respected colleague. She has a bubbly personality and a sweet smile, and on a typical school day, with more than an 80% chance of success, Sony can enter a school she has never visited and leave the building with someone...

San Francisco Conservatory of Music: outfitted with new acoustic doors & frames.(case STUDY)(Company overview)
August 1, 2007... The San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM) is known as one of the premier music schools in the world. Founded in 1917 in a private home on Sacramento Street in San Francisco, the SFCM has come to be a large part of the San Francisco music...

who, what, when, where & why? Navigating the insurance policy maze by actually reading your policy.
August 1, 2007... IF YOU HAVE EVER SET OUT TO READ YOUR insurance policies, it can be a daunting task. Binders thicker than War and Peace, but lacking a sustainable plot to keep you interested, loom on your credenza. It would be a fruitless effort to convince...

The Ace of Door Hardware: good will & customer satisfaction.
August 1, 2007... Success and growth in the door openings industry rests primarily on a single factor--the ability to deliver customer satisfaction. Customer satisfaction leads to customer approval, which leads to being regarded as a preferred supplier. The...

Click & tell: pictures from the collection of renowned door photographer Mark Berger.(real openings: THE GOOD, THE BAD, THE UGLY)
August 1, 2007... WHAT'S BEHIND DOOR #1? SOMETIMES DOOR #2! Growing up I loved "Get Smart." The opening credits were always a cause for joy. So many doors! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I recently attended a meeting deep in Eastern Europe which made me...

Your clients aren't as loyal as they used to be--what to do?(sales)
August 1, 2007... LOYALTY. It's a great idea--clients who appreciate you for what you do, and who wouldn't think of retaining someone else to do that type of work for them. It's kind of a quaint notion. Loyalty's mostly dead. Let's check this out:...

Shared leadership.(leadership)
August 1, 2007... IF YOU LOOK AT THE MOST successful teams in any sport, you will find a common bond within the team. Sometimes, it is called chemistry--as if just the right mix of chemicals has created a special new formula. Other times, it is postulated that...

To blog or not to blog, that is the question.(legal)
August 1, 2007... BLOGGING HAS BEEN growing at light speed, but is your business ready for it? (1) As reported by Technorati in its April 2007 State of the Blogosphere report, the blogosphere is now about 70 million weblongs large, with 120,000 new blogs created...

A word from DHI President Terry B. Hamlet, AHC.
August 1, 2007... Dear Industry Leader, I would like to personally invite you to join me in Nashville, TN--a city with a rich and unique heritage--for DHI's 32nd Annual Conference and Exposition, October 13th through 20th, 2007. This exciting industry...

Stay connected to the heart of the industry, be empowered by all that is available to you at this year's Conference and Exposition.(Conference news)
August 1, 2007... Forum for the Future Build and strengthen alliances with your peers and key industry leaders. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Learn how your company can benefit from the Annual Fire Door Assembly Inspection Program. Align yourself and...

Schedule at-a-glance.(Calendar)
August 1, 2007... Saturday-Tuesday October 13-October 16 7:30am-8:30am Conference Education Registration 8:00am-5:30pm Conference Education Wednesday October 17 7:30am-8:30am Conference Education Registration 8:00am-5:30pm Conference...

Forum for the future.
August 1, 2007... Thursday, October 18, 2007 | 12:30pm-4:15pm | Presidential Ballroom, Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center The important accomplishment of having the 2007 edition of NFPA 80 Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives...

Industry marketplace: connecting you to your industry.
August 1, 2007... Friday, October 19, 2007 | 9:00am-12:00pm | Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center Experience informative educational sessions produced by this year's DHI exhibitors. With a finger on the pulse of today's climate and the...

Awards & Keynote Breakfast.
August 1, 2007... Saturday, October 20, 2007 | 9:30am-12:00pm | Presidential Ballroom, Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center Start your day Saturday with DHI's not to be missed hallmark event. This complimentary event begins with breakfast, the...

DHI national education.
August 1, 2007... October 13-October 18, 2007 | 8:00am-5:30pm | Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center Don't miss the debut of the most anticipated program of the year, the Annual Fire Door Assembly Inspection Program (AFDAIP), combined with DHI's...

DHI Education Registration Form.
August 1, 2007... Classes held October 13-18, 2007 | Gaylord Opryland Hotel | Nashville, TN BUY ONE DAY of Education, Attend the DHI CONFERENCE & EXPOSITION FOR FREE! [GRAPHIC OMITTED] [GRAPHIC OMITTED] [GRAPHIC OMITTED]

Conference exhibitors 2007.
August 1, 2007... ABH Manufacturing Access Information Technologies, Inc. Accurate Lock and Hardware Co., LLC Activar Construction Product Group Advanced Architectural Frames A & L Shielding Alarm Lock Systems, Inc. Algoma...

DHI Conference Attendee registration.(Conference news)
August 1, 2007... Nashville BUY ONE DAY of Education, Attend the DHI CONFERENCE & EXPOSITION FOR FREE! IMPORTANT DATES: August 3, 2007 Final day to receive reduced advanced registration fees. [GRAPHIC OMITTED] September 14, 2007 ...

2007 conference hotel descriptions.(Conference news)
August 1, 2007... Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center (Headquarters Hotel) 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, Tennessee $186 Single/Double, $206 Triple, Quad $226 The Gaylord Opryland Resort has it all, and all under one roof! From beautiful...

13th Annual Foundation Golf Tournament.
August 1, 2007... Wednesday, October 17, 2007 | Hermitage Golf Course, President's Reserve | Old Hickory, Tennessee | 11:30am-6:00pm Dust off your golf clubs and join us in Old Hickory for the 13th Annual DHI Foundation Golf Tournament. Anticipated each year...

Conference tours.
August 1, 2007... Historic Mansions of the South Thursday, October 18, 2007 | 10:30am-3:30pm | $47.00pp [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Known as the Queen of the Tennessee plantations, Belle Meade is a sprawling homestead full of one-of-a-kind Southern...

2007 Conference Sponsors.
August 1, 2007... Thank you Sponsors DHI would like to thank all sponsors for their continued support of the 32nd Annual Conference and Exposition! OPENING RECEPTION SPONSOR & CONFERENCE TOTE BAGS LUNCH ON THE TRADE SHOW FLOOR SPONSOR KEYNOTE...

2007 Golf Challenge.
August 1, 2007... Come and play the DHI/Rediframe Golf Challenge and take a swing at winning a brand new car and/or other exciting prizes. You will receive a Scorecard at registration check-in that contains the name and booth number of the Golf Challenge...

If you want it--write it.(shelf life)
August 1, 2007... DISTRIBUTORS OFTEN FEEL as though they are constrained by their software partner in terms of what they can and cannot do or report out of their system. I have heard it hundreds of times from distributors--"I don't think we can do that with our...

Kamco Supply hires new Regional Sales Manager.(PEOPLE)
August 1, 2007... Kamco Supply of New England announces the hiring of Steven Adelman to the position of Regional Sales Manager. Mr. Adelman has spent the last 20 years with USG Corp. dealing with contractors, distributors and architects within the Central NY...

Overhead Door announces new senior product manager.(PEOPLE)
August 1, 2007... Bob Campanini has joined Overhead Door Corporation, the nation's leading manufacturer of upward-acting doors and openers for residential, commercial and industrial construction applications as senior product manager. His responsibilities...

Overhead Door announces new western regional sales manager.(PEOPLE)
August 1, 2007... Stowe Harbin has been promoted to regional sales manager of the west region for Overhead Door Corporation, the nation's leading manufacturer of upward-acting doors and openers for residential, commercial and industrial construction...

Semi concealed Hi/Shear[R] EMLock.(PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2007... The semi-concealed 1562 Hi/Shear[R] magnetic lock incorporates SDC's innovative mortise shear lock with 2000 lbs of holding force, plus a surface mount armature bracket. The armature bracket assembly is mounted to the secure side of a glass,...

Honeywell develops fire alarm power supplies for continuous duty applications.(PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2007... More Power Now Available for Fire System Accessories. Honeywell Power Products has developed three series of power supplies to support fire system installations requiring constant duty power. The HP-ULM series, HP-ACM series, and HP-ULPD series...

Marks USA announces Survivor Series Grade 2 locksets with the "clutch".(PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2007... Marks USA introduces two new key in lever Survivor Series, Grade 2 locksets featuring the "clutch" which are available for both conventional and IC cores. When locked, the "CLUTCH" disengages the outside lever allowing it to turn freely. These...

Now Available! Alarm Lock's complete turnkey 1 and 3Amp Power Supply Kits for security applications.(PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2007... Alarm Lock Systems, Inc. has developed Alarm Lock Power, a comprehensive family of high-value, high-performance power supplies. Most recently, two turnkey all-inclusive models have been added, a 1.5Amp and 3Amp 12/24V Power Supply Kits ideal...

Boyle & Chase Brings in Alarm Lock.(PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2007... Boyle & Chase is proud to announce the arrival of the complete Alarm Lock product line. We've committed to every function, finish, design and option for any of the Trilogy locks, keypads, exit alarms or power supplies they offer. Visit our...

New Special-Lite Frp and Amp Flush Door hardware prep option accommodates internal proximity card readers for Improved Security.(PRODUCTS)
August 1, 2007... Special-Lite FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Polyester) and AMP (Acrylic Modified Polyester) Flush Doors can now be outfitted with internal proximity card readers for locations where controlled access is desired. This new factory hardware prep...

Jordan, Knauff & Company has made available a free download of its Spring 2007 Window & Door Industry Update webinar, which the company hosted on May 16, 2007.(E-NEWS)
August 1, 2007... Jordan, Knauff & Company has made available a free download of its Spring 2007 Window & Door Industry Update webinar, which the company hosted on May 16, 2007. The topics covered in the presentation included an overview of the window and door...

Do you know?(tech tip)
August 1, 2007... Chapter 5, titled "Care and Maintenance," in the 2007 edition of NFPA 80 Standard for Fire Doors and Other Opening Protectives outlines requirements for maintaining fire door assemblies in proper working condition. It is important to understand...