Doors and Hardware articles from December 2007

Doors and Hardware archives from December 2007

Calendar.(Conference news)(Calendar)
December 1, 2007... December 7-9, 2007 DHI Fire Door Assembly Inspection Class Session COR110 / COR115 COR140 / DAI600 The National Conference Center Lansdowne, VA January 27-30, 2008 WDMA 81st Annual Meeting PGA National...

DHI members seize new opportunities.(in TOUCH)
December 1, 2007... THE LAUNCH OF A MAJOR NEW initiative for our industry took place at the 32nd Annual DHI Conference and Exposition and the results were exhilarating. The Fire Door Assembly Inspection (FDAI) program has the potential to have one of the most...

In the news--school security.(life safety & security)
December 1, 2007... YOU SEE IT EVERYWHERE--THE TALK AND the action in schools, from kindergarten to college campuses, from New York to California. School officials are taking security seriously. From facial recognition technology to enhanced door security...

Legal Origin lumber: what is your responsibility to ensure the wood in your product line is of legal origin?
December 1, 2007... IF YOU HAVE IN YOUR PRODUCT LINE WOOD THAT COMES FROM ANYWHERE in the tropics, the Russian Federation, or China, chances are good that a significant portion of that wood is of illegal origin. The fact you may be buying illegal wood matters....

The Americans with Disabilities Act: not to be feared ... not to be taken lightly.
December 1, 2007... THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) might be one of the most misunderstood pieces of legislation that affects the construction industry. While it is feared by some, loathed by others, and completely disregarded by a few, the ADA can stir...

Glass doors go green.(case STUDY)
December 1, 2007... Glass doors, especially for glass-intensive convenience stores, fast food restaurants and similar retail establishments, can do more than simply display to prospective customers the level of business inside. They can also save energy, reduce...

Burj Dubai: innovations in crisis response planning.(Reprint)
December 1, 2007... Burj Dubai, CURRENTLY being constructed in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is slated for completion in 2009, and it is on its way to becoming the world's tallest tower. With the design calling for more than 150 floors, having a well-defined Crisis...

The new playing field.(Reprint)
December 1, 2007... AS SECURITY TECHNOLogy shifts to more network-centric solutions, there is a whole new playing field. The decision-makers are not necessarily the same. We now find ourselves in the middle of a group decision process. Unless we use the right...

Alert or asleep at the wheel.(school SAFETY)
December 1, 2007... The contrast between safety in schools and schools systems astounds me. We recently worked with schools in the Asheville, NC region who have been steadfastly improving their safety program from the past two years. A four district regional...

Making the transition to BIM technology.(business case STUDY)
December 1, 2007... CHANCES ARE YOU'VE AT LEAST HEARD the term "Building Information Modeling" or BIM by now. Introduced by Autodesk in 2002, BIM refers to the creation and use of coordinated, consistent, computable information about a building project in...

The installer & manufacturer: love @ first sight?
December 1, 2007... HERE'S ANOTHER ONE OF THOSE ARTICLES about how to bring peace to the world. I'm a manufacturer. For years I've started every phone call about jobsite product issues with the following theory: When a problem is discovered, the proportion of...

Will the door system meet expectations? Be sure the door, frame, hardware and access control components you specify will perform as planned.
December 1, 2007... YOU EXPECT THE DOORS IN YOUR BUILDING to function smoothly, but even when new they may not always perform the way you had hoped. Over time, things also may wear and get out of adjustment. Here are some ways you can minimize these problems. ...

Les G. Groves, DAHC, FDHI a legend in his own time.
December 1, 2007... "A legend is an old man with a cane known for what he used to do. I'm still doing it." --Miles Davis NOT MANY PEOPLE GET TO HAVE THE EXPERIENCE of being a living legend. Legends are usually reserved for those who have passed on...

Drafting an employee handbook.(legal)
December 1, 2007... IF YOU DON'T HAVE AN employee handbook or policy manual, you may receive countless questions about types of leave, benefits and other workplace requirements. (1) Even if you do have an employee handbook, if it hasn't been updated in a while, it...

Confidently make decisions on demand.(management)
December 1, 2007... THE EXECUTIVE RANKS ARE brimming over with action oriented, quick thinking individuals who are ready, willing, and able to dispense decisions on demand. More challenging, though, is knowing whether a decision should be made on demand. In...

Align leadership decisions with your values.(leadership)
December 1, 2007... JAMES BURKE WAS THE CEO of Johnson & Johnson in the 1980s during Tylenol's biggest crisis to date. When contaminated Tylenol made it on to the shelves of stores in Chicago, Burke insisted on pulling his product from every shelf in America to...

The good, the bad, the ugly: e-mail communication.(marketing)
December 1, 2007... BEFORE THINKING ABOUT how to compose a good e-mail, it's critical to think about whether e-mail is the right vehicle for the communication in the first place. E-mail has become such an integral part of our lives that many of us check it as soon...

We don't have it in stock--now what?(shelf life)
December 1, 2007... DISTRIBUTORS ARE ALWAYS faced with the challenge of having the right stuff at the right time and at the right price. When a distributor does not have what a customer requests, how do we react? Better yet, what is our best action plan to help...

Foundation for the Advancement of Life Safety and Security.
December 1, 2007... DIAMOND PREMIER LEVEL DISTRIBUTOR ($10,000+) colorado DOORWAYS inc. $12,000 DIAMOND LEVEL MANUFACTURER ($25,000+) ASSA ABLOY The World's Leading Lock Group $35,000 HAGER[R] COMPANIES Ingersoll Rand...

AMBICO limited wood STC 50 doors fire rated 90 min.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... With over 50 years manufacturing specialized door and frame products, AMBICO developed the first ever STC-50 wood, single-swing door to achieve a 90-min fire-rating in accordance with NFPA 252, ASTM E2074-00. This product is of interest to...

New addition to product line.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... Consider Mohawk Sign Systems your source for ADA compliant signage to compliment your construction project. With a vast array of standard colors, custom shapes, logos and dimensional lettering, Mohawk can meet any sign needs at an economical...

Fire & safety rated glazing.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... Anemostat's SAFE-Wire[TM] glass is a fire and impact/safety rated glazing material, composed of polished wire glass and a special clear surface applied safety film. It carries a UL and WHI listing for use in doors, sidelites, transoms and...

The closer for sliding/patio/pocket door.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... SLIDE-back, the latest improved invention, presented by Taiwan D & D Builders Hardware Co., designed for sliding doors, keeping buts always out of your house. The closer is composed by three section aluminum cylinders, suitable for most doors...

Schlage B500 series in stock at Boyle & Chase.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... The new Schlage B500 series is a revolutionary new deadbolt that delivers higher security, tougher performance and the ultimate in installation versatility. Designed by the locksmiths for locksmiths, the B500 series deadbolt can be fitted with...

FSC certified.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... Only Eggers Industries can provide you with FSC certified wood doors, frames and architectural panels within one facility. Our commitment to our customers and the environment is your guarantee of high-quality custom products and credits toward...

"The wedgee".(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... A door gap measuring tool for Fire Door Inspections. Just insert into door gaps. When the tool contacts both surfaces, the dimension shown is the measurement. No ladders/No crawling on the floor as with linear devices, which reduces measuring...

Direct Security Supply.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... Direct Security Supply offers the full-line of HES products. HES, an Assa Abloy group company, has earned its reputation as a leader in the access control industry by manufacturing top of the line, highly advanced electric strikes and...

Electricfied hardware.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... Are you still unsure about electrified hardware? Midwest Wholesale Hardware can help, use our electrified hardware manual at midwestwholesale.com. It is complete with the elevation diagram, system operation, schedule and hardware list. ...

Safe. Secure. SARGENT.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... The SARGENT 10 Line Grade 1 Classroom Security Lock offers exceptional classroom performance where dependable long-term operation and resistance to vandalism and physical abuse is critical. It can be locked from either inside or outside the...

Hotel entry door sealing systems.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... Gaps around hotel room doors expose guests to hallway noise and life-threatening smoke during fire emergencies. They also expose owners to the risk of fire code violations during yearly inspections under NFPA 80 2007 requirements. ZERO's...

Geared hinges Continuous Warranty.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... SELECT now offers a Continuous Warranty covering any failure of our geared hinges with no expiration date. Our geared hinge has endured more than 25 million cycles in independent testing--10 times beyond Grade 1 cycle count. SELECT geared...

New interactive website.(PRODUCTShowcase)(Website overview)
December 1, 2007... Security Lock Distributors new password protected interactive website features technology that provides value added services designed to improve the business of security. Full e-commerce capability allows registered users access to more than...

PANNEX[TM].(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... PANNEX[TM] is the ideal solution on high traffic doors where security and safe egress are your major concern. The patented interlocking latch and strike is virtually impossible to tamper with, pry, or force open, and will resist 2000 lbs of...

The New Fire-Labeled Heavy-Duty F1 Series Electric Strikes.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... The New Fire-Labeled Heavy-Duty F1 Series Electric Strikes are designed with a unique built-in anti-vibration feature, increased strength saddle mounted housing and a tamper resistant "Pry-Guard" to prevent manipulation by tool attack....

S773.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... Pemko's S773 Adhesive Perimeter Seal is extruded from high-temperature silicone; effective between -58[degrees]F and 450[degrees]F. The triple-fin design effectively blocks light and sound from infiltrating a room. This product is BHMA...

Pilkington Profilit[TM] channel glass systems.(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... Pilkington Profilit[TM] channel glass from TGP can be formed into straight or curved walls for interior or exterior applications. Ideal for daylighting designs, it is available in a variety of textures and colors with varying translucency,...

Bucket of Bolts!(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... Tanner Bolt & Nut Corp. has developed tannerdoor.com, a website dedicated to the door industry professional. It is a resource center packed with articles, tips and products that offer cutting edge solutions that can solve your hardware problems...

Thumb release emullion[TM].(PRODUCTShowcase)
December 1, 2007... Post Latch presents [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Electrical access--a new standard * Fire Rated available * Our post will not fall out! * Luminous strip available * Brushed Stainless, Granite Textured & Light Grey...

Free freight from Akron Hardware.(CORPORATE INFO)
December 1, 2007... Akron Hardware now offers free freight on all orders shipped via standard UPS Ground Service. This is extended to all Akron Hardware customers regardless of annual volume, size of order, and shipping location. Akron Hardware handling charges...

ABH 3/4" offset pivot set UL listed for use on fire doors.(PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2007... ABH 0195 3/4" offset pivot set has been recently UL listed for use on fire doors up to 3 hours. This makes all ABH 3/4" offset pivot/pivot sets UL listed at no additional expense. For more information on pivots or any other ABH products visit...

As built software.(PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2007... At ASIS 2007 VSI-Viscount Systems Inc. will be introducing the ABC (As Built Compiler) Software Package. ABC is a web based software package for designing and managing As Built Security drawings. Using pre-designed macros, users can choose from...

Continental's highly advanced Super-Two is now available.(PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2007... Continental Access welcomes the introduction of our new Super-Two, an Intelligent Controller. This highly advanced expandable controller can support all access control functions for one or two doors. This distributed processor-based controller...

Napco's StarLink, now universal backup alarm reporting on GSM/GPRS National Network.(PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2007... Napco's StarLink is now on the GSM/GPRS National Network which is universal and offers greater coverage for backup alarm reporting. StarLink's Backup Wireless Radios simply connects between any alarm control panel and its telephone connection....

Southwall's Heat Mirror[R] insulating glass units best address energy & cost requirements of the commercial glass market.(PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2007... Heat Mirror insulating glass from Southwall Technologies, Inc., providing insulating values ranging from R-6 to R-14, saves more energy and provides greater ROI benefits than generic low-E and triple pane insulating glass units for most...

Alarm lock's TrilogyExit adds audit trail convenience to panic exits.(PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2007... The TrilogyExit includes a rugged, weather-resistant 12-button metal keypad with a field-proven Trilogy digital lock and works with existing panic exit devices. Our clutch mechanism ensures long life and durability and allows 2000 user codes...

Marks USA adds flexibility to its "Survivor" lever locksets.(PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2007... Marks USA has enhanced the "Survivor" cylindrical locksets, enabling them to operate in a greater range of door conditions. Installation in older, poorly maintained doors or hollow metal doors with insufficient lock reinforcement can now be...

Powered vacum lifter-tilter manual rotation simplifies positioning.(PRODUCTS)
December 1, 2007... A new, powered vacuum lifter-tilter with manual rotation that lets one person off-load a conveyor and then lift, tilt, rotate, and position it to a staging area is being introduced by Anver Corp. of Hudson, Massachusetts. The Anver AT Series...

Do you know?(tech tip)
December 1, 2007... Much of commercial construction involving fire rated openings is typically swinging wood and hollow metal doors installed in hollow metal rated frames. Other specialty doors can be fire rated as well. In this article we will take a brief look...