Doors and Hardware articles from November 2004

Doors and Hardware archives from November 2004

Calendar.(Calendar)
November 1, 2004... November 2-4 Win-door North America Toronto, Ontario, Canada 416/444-5225 www.Windoorshow.Com. November 3-4 ISC East 2004 New York, NY 800/840-5602 www.Isceast.Com. November 17-18 Newark...

Reflecting upon my term.(IN TOUCH)
November 1, 2004... JERRY HEPPES GRACIOUSLY OFFERED HIS COLUMN space this month to allow me a farewell message. I welcomed the opportunity to reflect on the past 12 months to deliver some well-deserved appreciation. However, I have seen Jerry in action this year...

Robert G. Ryan Awards: congratulations to all award recipients!
November 1, 2004... THIS AWARD IS PRESENTED TO THE BEST VOLUNTEER AUTHORS OF ANY ARTICLE IN DOORS AND Hardware magazine written from May 1 through March 31 each year. Articles are either technical or business-related in nature. TECHNICAL 1ST Place: Mark...

Accountability regarding change order pricing.(Ask the Architect)
November 1, 2004... HERE IS AN INTERESTING QUESTION FOR-warded to me from DHI's Technical Department. This response is my opinion based on experience and anecdotal information that I have picked up over the course of many conversations on the topic. Why is it...

Shared goals.(Cover Story)
November 1, 2004... The direction that DHI takes is set by a considered plan that is developed through membership input and DHI personnel. It is rewritten every three years. The leadership and staff are directed by this plan. However, each leader brings a...

Security doors: from castles to Kevlar.
November 1, 2004... FROM THE TIME OF THE FIRST PERMANENT BUILDings, doors helped to keep out weather, protect valuables, and prevent some people from entering while keeping others safe. Most historic doors were used not only as aesthetic elements, but for safety...

Assisting homeland security.
November 1, 2004... LIVING IN NEW YORK CITY HAS SENSITIZED ME to living with daily security alerts. Most of the country receives their information about the "Nation's Security Level" from media reports. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has established the...

The biggest obstacle to biometrics.
November 1, 2004... THERE IS NO QUESTION THAT BIOMETRICS HAVE EVOLVED TO A POINT WHERE THEY can reliably be used for identity verification; that is, a one-to-one match as opposed to a one-to-many match. Machine Readable Travel Documents (MRTDs, envisioned as...

Revolving glass door: revolving glass doors can do more than just direct the flow of pedestrian traffic and enhance HVAC performance for buildings. With the latest security upgrades, revolving doors contribute to a building's safety, helping protect an owner's most valuable assets--its tenants and the property.
November 1, 2004... Functional Flow Even with security features, glass revolving doors can allow up to 150 people to pass through one direction in 15 minutes. Factoring in the dual directional benefit of revolving doors, as many as 300 people can...

Ten reasons to install automatic doors.
November 1, 2004... Oftentimes, individuals who are responsible for specifying and buying automatic doors look only at ADA compliance regulations to determine when and where to install automatic doors. While ADA compliance is a primary reason to select automatic...

He said--he said: five decades of collective wisdom from two industry leaders.(Interview)
November 1, 2004... INDUSTRY VETERANS KENNETH W. THEAKER AND Gary L. Phillips, AHC have seen a lot in their day. Both have been in the architectural hardware business since the late 1970s, when hair was long, lapels were wide and disco ruled the nation's dance...

Motivating your workforce toward high performance.(MANAGEMENT)
November 1, 2004... MONEY MAY ATTRACT EMPLOYEES TO THE FRONT DOOR, but something else has to keep them from going out the back. Managing people takes an entirely different approach than it did just a year ago. Managers and supervisors must place equal importance...

New appointment at Pemko Manufacturing.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... Pemko Manufacturing proudly announces the appointment of Vicki L. Newman to the newly created position of Director of Commercial Sales for Eastern USA. Ms. Newman has served Pemko for one year as the Midwest Regional Sales Manager for...

Boyle & Chase welcomes JR Hentschel.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... Boyle & Chase welcomes JR Hentschel as a new member of their sales team. As a wholesale hardware distributor with a broad inventory of security products by Ingersoll-Rand, Kaba Ilco and Folger Adam, JR will bring electronic expertise to a...

Hugh Rose joins Trimco.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... With great pride, Trimco announces the appointment of Hugh Rose as National Sales Manager. Rose was formerly with Hewi, Inc. and BKI Hardware Group as National Sales Manager and Business Unit Manager. A strong producer and leader, he will lead...

Hettich International announces leadership changes.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... Hettich International is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Squizzato as President of Hettich Canada L. P. Mike's 18-year tenure with the company has given him intimate knowledge in all facets of the industry. Together with his team,...

Ace Hardware announces leadership change to lead aggressive new store growth strategy.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... To lead a new, aggressive store growth strategy, Ace Hardware Corp. has hired Mike Zipser as vice president, retail development and new business and has promoted John Venhuizen to director of new business development. Both Zipser and Venhuizen...

NANA Wall Systems, Inc. hires Eastern sale manager.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... NANA WALL SYSTEMS, INC. recently announced the hiring of George Wiedenhofer as Eastern sales manager. In his new position, Wiedenhofer will be responsible for managing the 27 independent sales representatives throughout the East Coast. He will...

SIGNAMARK hires product manager.(PEOPLE)
November 1, 2004... SIGNAMARK[R] is pleased to announce the hiring of Victor Massey as product manager. With 12 years of experience as a product engineer and product manager in the door and building products industry, Massey provides unparalleled expertise and...

Victor e-lok is not just a deadbolt lock, it's more than a keyless deadbolt lock.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... The Victor e-lok brand of Keyless Electronic Lock, recently launched by Victor e-lok, Inc. provides consumers and industry professionals with a powerful new sales incentive. The Victor e-lok provides several new facets of technology and design...

Specialty rubber extrusion manufacturer IND-EX Inc. offers new catalog.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... Both in-house stock and unlimited custom capabilities are featured in a new 16-page, full-color product catalog now available on request from IND-EX Inc. Available as well for downloading from www.ind-ex.biz, the catalog provides dozens of...

Balluff introduces analog laser measurement sensors scalable to specific customer requirements.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... Balluff introduces a series of intelligent analog laser distance sensors with two discrete outputs that not only detect the presence of objects, but also indicate their precise position and size. Balluff's BOD 26KLB model employs proven laser...

SELECT Hinges[TM] introduces new stainless steel pin & barrel continuous hinges.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... SELECT Hinges[TM] now offers stainless steel continuous pin & barrel hinges for situations requiring stainless steel in addition to its performance-proven continuous geared aluminum hinges. Select's new stainless steel pin & barrel continuous...

SPECTEXT[R] introduces Structural Library.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... The Construction Sciences Research Foundation, Inc. (CSRF) developers of SPECTEXT[R] Master Guide Specifications announced the introduction of a new Structural Engineering Specifications Library. The new Structural Engineering Library will...

SIGNAMARK stylish bathroom Privacy--with glass.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... The last place you'd ever consider a glass door would be in the bathroom, right? Not any longer. It's finally possible to increase the feeling of light and space in (and around) any bathroom, courtesy of the Privacy Door, the latest in...

Disappearing NanaWall increases sales.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... Window-shoppers are now welcome inside any retail store with the revolutionary NanaWall[TM], a disappearing glass wall from NANA WALL SYSTEMS, INC. that offers a functional alternative to the traditional walls, windows or doors used to enclose...

Optimat hinges: good, better, best perfect solutions up and down the range.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... Customers' individual applications and requirements demand specialized products. Modular product lines such as Hettich America's Optimat hinge series for face-frame designs facilitate differentiation: furniture manufacturers can thus customize...

Unimat: precise technology--soft design.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... A new generation of hinges shows its stuff: soft, clean lines, precise technology and easy handling. The one-piece Unimat hinge is distinguished by its soft contours. A gleaming matte finish supports the gentle design. The hinge technology...

FARO releases enhanced Laser Trackers.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... Faro Technologies, Inc., the market-share leader in the portable coordinate measurement machine (PCMM) field, announced the release of its latest generation of FARO Laser Trackers with many enhancements over the previous model. The lasers...

Balluff introduces new prox sensor.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... Balluff is introducing the new RO1 mini block-style, low profile inductive sensor that combines compact size with superior sensing range. Its narrow profile configuration makes it perfect for applications where conventional sensors can't fit. A...

Viscount releases MESH Emergency Module.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... Viscount Systems, Inc. announced that it has released the Emergency Notification Module for its flagship MESH security system. The Emergency Module increases the power of MESH by providing monitoring of many new types of voice and alarm...

Zero International introduces Flood Barrier Shield.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... Zero International has introduced a new removable barrier that answers please from residential builders for help in protecting doors--and household contents--from water ingress in flood-prone areas. When water from heavy rains accumulates on...

Hurd Millwork offers decorative entry doors.(PRODUCT)
November 1, 2004... After 85 years of making wood windows, Hurd Millwork has added a line of decorative steel and fiberglass entry doors to complement its full line of wood, clad wood and vinyl windows and patio doors. Entry doors are available in five options:...

BHMA publishes revised standards.(UPDATES)
November 1, 2004... The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) announces the publication fo ANSI/BHMA A156.23-2004 American National Standard for Electromagnetic Locks. This updated standard covers requirements for electromagnetic locks. This updated...

ASSA ABLOY sets up joint venture with Brighthandle on innovative door handles.(UPDATES)
November 1, 2004... ASSA ABLOY has set up a joint venture with Brighthandle AB, which ahs developed a door handle that communicated information using colored light. One application fo the technology is to indicate whether rooms are free or occupied. The technology...

Security levels simplify access control system choices.(Case Study)
November 1, 2004... WHEN YOU START TO SELECT A BUILDING'S ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM, DO YOU FEEL LIKE an artist facing a blank canvas or a writer staring at a blank sheet of paper? Sometimes it is hard to know where to begin, but here are some ideas to help make the...

Do you know?(Tech Tip)
November 1, 2004... WHAT TYPE OF HINGE IS USED FOR A DOOR that is set back in a frame or, stated another way a door with a deep inset? Do you know there are two types of hinges that might accommodate that situation, a wide throw and a raised barrel hinge. These...