Doors and Hardware articles from June 2004

Doors and Hardware archives from June 2004

Reverse auction bidding revisited.(In Touch)
June 1, 2004... LAST MONTH I INTRODUCED THE TOPIC OF REVERSE auction bidding (RAB), with a brief overview of how these auctions work and the degree to which they have been compared to bid shopping. Now there is nothing inherently wrong with getting the most...

Assessing your knowledge under the new DHIndustry Education and Credentialing Program.(DHI Page)
June 1, 2004... THROUGH THE PAST 50 YEARS, DHI HAS BECOME recognized as the source for educating professionals in the architectural openings industry. To maintain this recognition, we are offering a new program that offers flexibility and convenience. Not only...

Security: in the eye of the beholder? Biometrics gaining ground in airport access control systems.
June 1, 2004... IN THE STEVEN SPIELBERG MOVIE, "MINORITY Report," spider-like robots chase people, scanning their eyes for identification in a dramatic, Hollywood version of biometrics. While you won't see such robots scurrying through airport terminals any...

Airport access control simplified.
June 1, 2004... ALTHOUGH AN AIRPORT ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM may appear sophisticated and even exceed the base level specified by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), it can give a false sense of security. Relatively few airport systems deliver the...

American airports and Public Access Defibrillation.
June 1, 2004... EACH YEAR MORE THAN 340,000 (1) PEOPLE DIE IN THE US from Sudden Cardiac Arrest. The truly sad fact is that many could be saved if quicker access to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) were available. (2,3) Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) can...

Smooth operators: electro-hydraulics at Piedmont Triad International Airport.(Case Study)
June 1, 2004... AS ANY FREQUENT FLYER WILL TELL YOU, AIR TRAVEL AFTER SEPTEMBER 11 HAS BECOME anything but convenient. Travelers at our nation's airports are greeted by long lines at ticket counters and security checkpoints. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Closing the gap: wireless technology and access control systems.
June 1, 2004... RECENTLY, MY THOUGHTS DRIFTED BACK TO 1999. THIS WAS A YEAR IN WHICH TIME AND MONEY FLOWED freely in the quest to obtain the latest and greatest that our industry had to offer. The "rip it out and replace it" paradigm was regularly exercised....

Windowalls at Acxiom[R] signature building helps employees connect: Little Rock's River Market.(Case Study)
June 1, 2004... EXTENSIVE USE OF INTERIOR windowalls at the new Acxiom River Market building helps create a feeling of connectedness and motion for the company's employees that work there. Creating the windowalls was made easier and more cost-effective by...

Registration made easy.
June 1, 2004... Option 1 FULL CONFERENCE PACKAGE The total conference package allows you full access to all conference events including the Industry Marketplace, Keynote Luncheon, Conference Education Sessions, Exhibit Hall, Opening Reception,...

Hotel descriptions.
June 1, 2004... MARRIOTT RIVERCENTER (HQ) Towering above the famous San Antonio River Walk, the majestic Marriott Rivercenter provides a gorgeous view and is in a prime location next to the Rivercenter Mall. Within its walls, Marriott guests are provided...

Hotel information.
June 1, 2004... DHI is pleased to promote the following hotels for conference guests. Reservations can be made by contacting DHI Housing at 866/578-8809 or the fax or address below. 1 Marriott Rivercenter (HQ) 101 Bowie Street, San Antonio $179...

Founder's Award: outstanding service award.
June 1, 2004... PURPOSE The Institute's highest and most prestigious award recognizes significant and outstanding service to the Institute or to the architectural openings industry over an extended period of time. CRITERIA This award is reserved...

Fellow Award (FDHI).
June 1, 2004... PURPOSE The Fellow Award is the Institute's second highest award based on service and is conferred on any DHI member who is deemed to have contributed significant and outstanding service to the Institute or to the architectural openings...

Distinguished Consultant Award (DAHC/DCDC).
June 1, 2004... PURPOSE This award is the Institute's second highest award based on technical expertise. It may be conferred on a DHI consultant member for significant contributions to the door and hardware industry. CRITERIA This award may be...

Award of Merit.
June 1, 2004... PURPOSE This award is reserved for presentation to any individual (member or non-member) who has rendered outstanding contributions to the advancement of the aims and objectives of the Institute and of the architectural openings industry...

Mary Roth Award.
June 1, 2004... PURPOSE This award is conferred on a DHI Chapter for presenting an outstanding chapter education program or series of programs. CRITERIA The educational program or programs must occur at a chapter meeting and must be at least one...

Easy as pie: basic electronic access control.
June 1, 2004... FOLKS FREQUENTLY SHY AWAY FROM A VERY LUCRATIVE MARKET--ELECTRONIC ACCESS Control. Or, as it is frequently referred to--EAC. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Much of that reluctance stems from a simple source: A lack of knowledge of electricity,...

Supplying interior wood doors to chains.
June 1, 2004... SUPPLYING INTERIOR WOOD DOORS TO COMMERcial property chains is a competitive business driven by tight budgets and fast-paced project deadlines. The successful manufacturer and distribution partner will offer the best product, for the best...

Finding the balance--life safety vs. security at restaurants and nightclubs.
June 1, 2004... ACROSS THE WORLD WE HAVE BUILDING CODES that vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Depending on the area you live, the degree of enforcement of these codes is wide ranging as well. One thing that every state and municipality has in common, no...

Hitting the links.
June 1, 2004... If you were at the convention in 1995 and thought San Antonio had only one really great golf course, wait until you play Canyon Springs! You'll agree with me that a quarry is just a hole in the ground! --Don Fowler, FCSI, 2004 Golf Chairman...

Words that sell.(Marketing)
June 1, 2004... WE ALL KNOW THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CONTAINS HUNDREDS OF thousands of words. But did you know that only 21 of them can easily sell your clients? Yes! It's true. When you know what these proven words are and how to use them to your company's...

DORMA.(People)
June 1, 2004... Lloyd Seliber has joined DORMA Architectural Hardware as the Product Manager, Key Systems to help customers optimize their use of the company's complete line of commercial locksets. At DORMA, Seliber's responsibilities will include establishing...

Amesbury Group.(People)
June 1, 2004... The Amesbury Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Amber Grayson as Marketing Coordinator in the Sioux Falls, SD, facility. As coordinator, Grayson will provide marketing/sales communication, develop representation and customer...

Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association.(People)
June 1, 2004... BHMA announces that Ralph Vasami. Esq., has joined its staff as the Director of Codes and Regulatory Affairs, bringing a background in engineering, business management, operations, finance and law to the association. Vasami started his career...

Independence Hardware.(People)
June 1, 2004... Independence Harwdare is pleased to announce that Johannes (Joe) Lopez has assumed the position of Business Unit Manager. In this role, Lopez will work in conjunction with Amweld's National Sales Managers, John Goforth and Kevin Koerner, along...

Detroit Door & Hardware Company.(People)
June 1, 2004... Detroit Door & Hardware Company of Madison Heights, MI, is pleased to announce that Donna Smith has been promoted to Vice President, Human Resources/Administrative Affairs. Applying her skills in human resources, training, and customer service,...

KM Systems.(People)
June 1, 2004... KM Systems, Inc., announces the appointment of David Hewitt as vice president. Formerly VP of Engineering and New Product Development at Horton Automatics, Inc., Hewitt has been responsible for many significant product developments over the...

IR Security & Safety Americas.(People)
June 1, 2004... Jerry Davis has been named Vice President, Healthcare Solutions for IR Security & Safety Americas, it was announced by Dave Sylvester, Vice President, Commercial Sales. In his new position, Davis will be responsible for driving dramatic growth,...

New moulding features eye-catching style.(Products)
June 1, 2004... Marshfiled DoorSystems[R] introduces new W-8 Reveal Lite moulding, handcrafted with a boldly grooved edge. Designed to impress, the reveal moulding surrounds a non-rated or 20-minute rated lite opening in rich, framed detail. Part of the...

Data converter for card access control systems.(Products)
June 1, 2004... Cypress Computer Systems. Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of access control security related products, announces its CVX-1200 MultiBender[TM] data converter for card access control systems. The MultiBender, part of the Databender[TM]...

New models and trade-ins on pre-hung door machinery.(Products)
June 1, 2004... Norfield Industries introduces its newest and most advanced Model 5000 Series System, the new 5000SS High-Speed System. The 5000SS is designed to meet the needs of door shops requiring faster cycle times, improved reliability and improved...

Versatile stainless steel electric power transfers.(Products)
June 1, 2004... ABH introduces the PT series electric power transfers. Models are available for up to 105-degree and 180-degree door openings. All units are stainless steel and are packed individually with fasteners for wood, metal and aluminum frames and...

Krieger leads industry in customized, special purpose doors and windows.(Press Releases)
June 1, 2004... Offering some of the highest rated special purpose doors and windows in the industry, Krieger Specialty Products continues to meet architect demand for high-quality, custom products that adhere to high standards. Krieger's acoustical, blast-...

Intelligent padlocks.(Press Releases)
June 1, 2004... Videx announces CyberLock electronic padlocks. CyberLock brings key control and an audit trail of every opening to padlocks. A standard padlock can be quickly converted into a full-functioning access control system by replacing its mechanical...

Tectonic network launched following acquisition and integration of leading construction information companies.(Updates)
June 1, 2004... In December 2003, the Tectonic Solutions division of ROI Corporation acquired three construction information companies: SpecSource, BlueBolt and Construction Yellow Pages. The integration of the three acquired companies with Tectonic Solutions...

New Atlanta warehouse for Timely prefinished steel door frames.(Updates)
June 1, 2004... Timely has selected Giles and Associates to manage its new Atlanta warehouse for customers in the southeastern region. The Giles 40,000-sq.-ft. facility also provides a significant inventory of Timely compatible prefinished Mohawk Doors. This...

Bilco wins NRCA award.(Updates)
June 1, 2004... The Bilco Company, manufacturers of specialty access products for the architectural and residential markets, has been honored with an Exhibitor Excellence Award from the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA). The award for "Best...

Forms+Surfaces launches new website.(E-news)
June 1, 2004... Forms+Surfaces announces the launch of a new website at www.formssurfaces.com. The web site serves as the primary resource for all Forms+Surfaces product information and replaces the print binders formerly circulated by the company. In addition...

Technical literature resources.
June 1, 2004... HANDBOOKS Abbreviations and Symbols. A comprehensive list of recommended industry identifications as they appear in hardware schedules, specifications and most industry literature. (1983) Basic Architectural Hardware. Technical booklet...

ANSI/BHMA standards A156 series.(Other Industry Standards)
June 1, 2004... This series covers specific categories of Product Standards. Performance tests and dimensional requirements have been established to ensure safety, security and stability. In most cases, products have been described in grade levels. ...

Order form.
June 1, 2004... DHI HANDBOOKS QTY. MEMBER NON-MEMB TOTAL Abbreviations and Symbols (1983) $5.50 $8.50 Basic Architectural Hardware (1985) ...

Do you know?(Tech Tip)
June 1, 2004... CALCULATING CLEAR OPENING WIDTH In a previous Tech Tip (March 2002), we discussed the need for AHCs and CDCs to be able to calculate the egress capacity of door openings in a means of egress. In order to correctly work the formula you must...