Doors and Hardware articles from January 2007

Doors and Hardware archives from January 2007

Door and hardware institute consultants directory.(ALABAMA-SASKATCHEWAN)(Cover story)
January 1, 2007... Contact a DHI Consultant! These highly trained professionals can assist in the coordination process between architects, owners, contractors and building officials, as it relates to the architectural opening. From interpreting code requirements...

Calendar 2006-2007.(Calendar)
January 1, 2007... February 10, 2007 The North Carolina Locksmith Association Renaissance Charlotte Suites Hotel Charlotte N.C. www.ncla.us February 11-14, 2007 AAMA Annual Meeting Marco Island Marriott Marco Island, FL ...

Happy New Year!(IN TOUCH)
January 1, 2007... HAPPY NEW YEAR! WHAT AN EXCITING YEAR 2007 promises to be! There are so many key initiatives that will be launched or expanded in 2007, the financial forecast for commercial growth is still strong and the economy and stock market appear to be...

The fire-door inspection, insurance underwriters and the building owner.(DHI PAGE)
January 1, 2007... I RECENTLY MET WITH STAFF MEMBERS FROM the American Insurance Association to discuss the fire-door inspection process and what it could mean to building owners. All property is exposed to a variety of conditions that can impact the property in...

University's: new security system is under the wire.(CASE STUDY)
January 1, 2007... Wiring took no time at all when a Midwestern university converted more than 250 general access residence hall doors from mechanical keys to electronic card readers. Instead of a hard-wired system, the university chose a wireless access system...

The iPod as business model what does the iPod have to do with business? Just about everything.(businessbuzz)
January 1, 2007... THE INTERNET CHANGES EVERYTHING IT TOUCHES. IT TOUCHES almost everything," stated writer John Ellis several years ago. Such an audacious statement is an even more accurate description of the Apple iPod. Within the blink of an eye, it has become...

Protecting your good accounts from the competition.(SALES)
January 1, 2007... WE ALL KNOW THE FEELING. YOUR KEY CONTACT IN ONE OF YOUR good accounts sheepishly admits that they have moved some business to a competitor. No problem with your service, it was just a price issue. Nothing is more discouraging. You've spent...

Speed kills: the service standard that does more harm than good.(MANAGEMENT)
January 1, 2007... AS A BUSINESS OWNER OR MANAGER, YOU HAVE PROBABLY HEARD management experts refer to the importance of service standards for frontline employees. The idea is that managers should give customer-contact people a performance goal or service...

Navigating the pitfalls of employment eligibility.(LEGAL)
January 1, 2007... IN OUR CONTINUING SERIES ON avoiding legal pitfalls when hiring and promoting employees, this article will focus on employment eligibility, specifically immigration issues as they apply to employers. Future articles in this series will focus on...

Branch inventory management begins with branch management compensation.(SHELF LIFE)
January 1, 2007... MOST DISTRIBUTORS HAVE FACED THE QUESTION OF EXPANSION sometime in their career. Should I remain a single location and con-centrate my efforts regionally, or do I make the plunge into expansion and head down the branch path? Some distributors...

Security Metal Products, Corp announces the appointment of Robert J. (Bob) O'Brien as Director Business Development for its North American Operations.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Security Metal Products, Corp announces the appointment of Robert J. (Bob) O'Brien as Director Business Development for its North American Operations. O'Brien will be responsible for the development and growth of the company's specialty...

Rich Walker promoted to President of AAMA.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Rich Walker has been promoted to President and CEO of the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA), having previously held the position of Executive Vice President, and will direct and oversee all organizational objectives and...

Business Development at BEA aimed high with Moon on board.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... To stay on the cutting edge of sensor technology, BEA Inc. is looking forward to further advancements as William Moon takes his place as the new Director of Business Development. As Director of Business Development, Moon oversees the...

Grainger names Carruthers President of Acklands Grainger.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Grainger, a leading North American industrial distributor, today announced that Court Carruthers, 34, has been named President of its Canadian subsidiary, Acklands Grainger Inc. Carruthers' new responsibilities include growing and improving...

Manjarris promoted to Manager for Leviton's Lighting Management Systems Division.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... Leviton Manufacturing Company is pleased to announce the promotion of Joel Manjarris to the position of Southeast Regional Manager for the company's Lighting Management Systems Division. Manjarris joined Leviton in 2004 as a Regional Sales...

Negwer Materials Inc. has added Doug Brady to the Negwer Door Systems sales team.(PEOPLE)
January 1, 2007... As a member of the sales staff, Brady details new projects and maintains relationships with contractors and architects. His major projects at Negwer include the Broadway Medical Plaza and various work with the University of Missouri. Based...

SDC electrifies mechanical locksets.(PRODUCTS)
January 1, 2007... The New SDC Selectric Mod 7800 series includes the electrification of all major brand mechanical locksets, including SDC, Schlage, Yale, Corbin-Russ win, Sargent, Best, Arrow, Dorma, Marks and more. Plus, Selectric Mod electrified locksets,...

Kaba Access Control introduces E-Plex Advanced ACS Software Demo Video.(PRODUCTS)
January 1, 2007... Kaba Access Control is pleased to announce the release of the E-Plex Advanced Access Control Software (ACS) Demonstration Video. This software is required to operate the advanced models of the E-Plex 5000 Series--the E-Plex 5200 and 5700, with...

Kaba Access Control introduces new UL rated 2 3/8" backset latch.(PRODUCTS)
January 1, 2007... Kaba Access Control is pleased to announce that a 2 3/8" backset latch for use on an ASA 160-door prep is now available. The new latch is available on primary door locks, in addition to our standard 2 3/4" backset latch. This provides for easy...

Overly Door Company.(PRODUCTS)
January 1, 2007... Overly is proud to announce it's complete line of Bullet-Reisiting Products has successfully passed the ballistic requirements of National Institute of Justice Standard 0108.01 for Type I, Type II-A, Type II, Type III-A and Type III protection...

ABH.(PRODUCTS)
January 1, 2007... Door prep made easy! ABH introduces a drill jig for the installation of the 6000 series push/pull latch. In order to avoid misalignment of mounting holes the ABH drill jig provides the installer with an easier way to prep doors. The jig locates...

Hickory Hardware's reinforced thermoplastic (RT) wheel provides heavy-load mobility.(PRODUCTS)
January 1, 2007... The RT wheel from Hickory Hardware's Faultless Caster is designed for use with Faultless 400, 800 and 1400 standard and stainless steel caster series. The first wheel of its kind, the Faultless RT wheel is resistant to water, chemical...

Windsor donates windows to Make a Difference.(PRODUCTS)
January 1, 2007... Windsor Windows & Doors is joining millions of Americans in the spirit of helping others on the nationally recognized "Make a Difference Day," October 28, 2006. Windsor will donate the windows for a Kernel Cottage, which will be given away to a...

Simpson's new door expands options in decorative interior french designs.(PRODUCTS)
January 1, 2007... Simpson Door Company is pleased to announce the addition of a media room door to its collection of interior decorative doors. The new door style features a glass design depicting a classic movie camera and director's chair sculpted on a dark...

ANSI approval for WDMA flush doors; organization maintains the only approved standards.(CORPORATE CORNER)
January 1, 2007... The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) granted approval to the recently revised Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA) standard I.S.1A-04 Industry Standard for Architectural Wood Flush Doors. WDMA holds and maintains...

Akron hardware announces opening of its fourth Distribution Center.(CORPORATE CORNER)
January 1, 2007... Akron hardware, a specialized national wholesale distributor of architectural hardware and security products, is pleased to announce the opening of its fourth Distribution Center located near Philadelphia, PA. This 12, 000 square foot facility...

Kwikset[R] announces partnership with Sequiam Corporation.(CORPORATE CORNER)
January 1, 2007... Kwikset[R] announced a partnership with Sequiam Corporation of Orlando, Florida, a leading biometrics technology company, to develop residential security products with biometric features. Founded in 1999 by Nick VandenBrekel, Sequiam...

DORMA Group North America creates DORMA Entrance Systems division.(CORPORATE CORNER)
January 1, 2007... In its continuing commitment to deliver advanced automatic and revolving door technology and responsive service, DORMA Group North America has created the DORMA Entrance Systems (DES) division. The new DES unit will incorporate DORMA...

Do you know?(Tech Tip)
January 1, 2007... The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has completed and published the 2007 edition of NFPA 80 Standard for Fire Doors and Fire Windows. The last edition was published in 1999. Note that the title of NFPA 80 has changed with the 2007...