Doors and Hardware articles from July 2008

Doors and Hardware archives from July 2008

Probing the heart finding balance.(in TOUCH)
July 1, 2008... THIS ISSUE OF DOORS & HARDWARE addresses a challenge which is at the heart of our industry--integrating a balance between aesthetics, life safety and security--all in one opening. But really, our industry is asked to do this on a daily...

Foundation's efforts at the federal level.(FOUNDATION)
July 1, 2008... THE FOUNDATION HAS BEEN WORKING to create awareness and provide information to members of the U.S. Congress towards legislation that is crucial to fire and life safety issues. After the rash of school violence in the past year, one area...

Stile & rail wood doors: avoid detailing conflicts.(case STUDY)
July 1, 2008... While many of today's stile and rail wood doors project a rich, highly-crafted image and provide many years of reliable service, they can spell trouble if individual components are incompatible with one another. This may require a heightened...

Last dance at the Cocoanut Grove: the Cocoanut Grove was one of the most popular nightspots in Boston. Massachusetts before and during World War II. Today, the Grove still exists, though only as a piece of history--a poignant niche carved into the edifice of time.(Reprint)
July 1, 2008... To those unfamiliar with the Cocoanut Grove, the name itself brings to mind palm trees, laughing crowds, coconuts, dancing and just a good place to go and enjoy oneself with friends. The Grove had all of this. But, this is not how it's...

Closing the door on finger injuries; How often do we think of a door as a danger to personal safety and a potential source of serious injury or how being unaware of this hazard could even be a threat to the very survival of a small business?
July 1, 2008... All too often the view of door safety has the very narrow focus of preventing unwanted ingress and allowing maximum speed of egress. The spotlight is on the latest access controls and electrified hardware concerning the upgrading of existing...

The sustainable entrance: the only "green" exterior door is the one that lasts.(case STUDY)
July 1, 2008... With architects, contractors, facility managers and building owners becoming more and more invested in green building practices, the construction products industry as a whole is being increasingly asked to demonstrate the sustainable attributes...

Spring hinges: the evolving requirements for UL certification.
July 1, 2008... IN THE PAST FIVE YEARS, DOOR AND door hardware trade associations such as the Steel Door Institute (SDI) and the Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) have worked to increase the level of performance required by ANSI standards for...

A hedge fund for door openings.
July 1, 2008... Laying a fee to lock in a price is a short version of the Marketing 101 definition of hedging. The principle of hedging can be viewed in many ways. It exists at all organizational levels. It applies to individual initiative, dealer action and...

F1 Racing Boston.
July 1, 2008... You've watched racing on television, perhaps you have attended a live race. Now it's your turn to get behind the wheel and show your driving skills. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Put on your helmet and racing suit. Start your engines to...

Need a memory boost? How to upgrade your brainpower.(management)
July 1, 2008... REMEMBER WHEN YOU were a child and you remembered everything your parents promised, like that new bike or a trip to zoo? Remember when your parents said they could not remember their promise and you must have been mistaken? It happens that...

The basics of independent contractor agreements.(legal)
July 1, 2008... IN THE LAST ISSUE, I discussed the legal principles that apply in determining whether those engaged to perform services for a company are classified as employees or independent contractors and the legal effects of that classification. This...

Why change is so hard--and what leaders can do about it.(leadership)
July 1, 2008... IMAGINE THAT RIGHT BEFORE you drove home from work, someone told you that all the old traffic laws had changed forever: red no longer meant stop and green no longer meant go. In fact, all of the signs that used to guide you were no longer...

Liquidating dead inventory--online resources.(shelf life)
July 1, 2008... WHEN I CONDUCT AN inventory management seminar, or give a talk at an association meeting, I generally like to pose the question, "Does anyone have any dead stock?" I generally get a polite chuckle and most of the hands go up. I suppose that we...

Cornell Iron Works announces management hires.(PEOPLE)
July 1, 2008... Cornell Iron Works is pleased to announce the hiring of two executives to join their team of associates. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Joseph Heller has joined Cornell as Vice President of Manufacturing. He continues the work of Richard...

Reliant Glass & Door Systems announces new Milwaukee Account Manager.(PEOPLE)
July 1, 2008... Reliant Glass & Door Systems, LLC is pleased to announce the hiring of Kristine Nourse as the new After-Market Account Manager servicing the greater Milwaukee area. Kristine will be responsible for servicing Facility Managers, Buildings &...

Overly Door Company announces new Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Overly Companies.(PEOPLE)
July 1, 2008... Overly Door Company and Tiger Door, LLC, manufacturers of Specialty Door Products, are proud to announce that Charles Baugh has been named Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Overly Companies. He will have authority over, and...

K2 Commercial Hardware announces sales agency representatives.(PEOPLE)
July 1, 2008... K2 Commercial Hardware, a division of Black and Decker Hardware and Home Improvement, has appointed D. L. Collins Associates as their sales agency to represent the product line in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. Moran Sales...

Hager's new 4500 Series Grade 1 Exit Devices offer greater quality and value for commercial door hardware applications.(PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2008... Hager Companies' new 4500 Series Grade 1 Exit Devices give architects, commercial builders and anyone who specifies commercial door hardware a combination of quality and value that's unique in the marketplace--along with industry-exclusive...

1 Amp class 2 Access Control power supply module.(PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2008... The economically priced 621B Value Series 1 Amp Access Control power supply module incorporates two field selectable 12/24VDC power limited outputs, including, 1 switched output and 1 auxiliary output. Control inputs include 1 (NO) trigger...

Kaba Access Control introduces Peaks [R] Preferred patented key control system.(PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2008... Kaba Access Control is pleased to introduce the Peaks Preferred patented key control system. No other patented key control system offers the quality, flexibility, and extensive retrofit ability, with the convenience of a one key system--thus...

Dialock locking systems from Hafele.(PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2008... Hafele's commitment to finding better ways extends into the Dialock locking systems program which incorporates flexible, integrated access control components to ensure security. Dialock delivers radio frequency identification (RFID)...

Secure our schools & campuses with Continental's CardAccess 3000.(PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2008... Continental Access has evolved into the developer of tomorrow's school and university security solutions today. From components to complete turnkey systems, Continental utilizes its CardAccess 3000 software management system. This complete...

Security systems analyst calls Mayflower's new tag program indispensable.(PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2008... Aaron Kutz, a security systems specialist in Manalapan, NJ has recently started using the free services of Mayflower's Technical Advisory Group TAG (R). He finds that they greatly assist him when it comes to making important decisions regarding...

Cornell Iron Works, Inc. to acquire the Cookson Company.(PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2008... Cornell Iron Works has reached an agreement to purchase The Cookson Company, in its entirety, effective May28. The Cookson Company is a premier rolling door manufacturer with facilities in Phoenix, AZ and Gastonia, NC. With the continued...

ABH manufacturing offers custom colors for aluminum continuous gear hinges.(PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2008... ABH Manufacturing now offers hundreds of custom colors for our aluminum continuous gear hinges. View color samples by visiting our newly updated Web site www.abhmfg.com. Any questions on custom colors or any other ABH products feel free to call...

Negwer offers customers new taping tool rental service.(PRODUCTS)
July 1, 2008... Material supplier chosen as an authorized rental location by Goldblatt Tool Co. Negwer Materials Inc. has announced a strategic partnership with Goldblatt Tool Co. to offer drywall contractors a new taping tool rental service effective...

Metals and finishes.(tech tip)
July 1, 2008... How does a hinge, lockset or door closer become a particular color and texture? Hardware items are available in many different finishes intended to enhance the appearance, durability and even the cleanliness of each product. Methods of...