Doors and Hardware articles from September 2008

Doors and Hardware archives from September 2008

A plan of action is crucial ... information is the key.(in TOUCH)
September 1, 2008... REED CONSTRUCTION DATA (RCD) announced today (July 10th) that the year-to-date value of construction starts through June 2008, excluding residential contracts, totaled $139.4 billion, a 4.8% drop versus the first half of last year. However, the...

When you travel, do you worry about security?
September 1, 2008... IF YOU DON'T THINK THE AFTERMATH OF September 11 continues to have strong repercussions throughout the world, then you haven't traveled. Security is still the word du jour--perhaps even more so as time goes on. Transportation venues are...

Enlist the building industry.(RETOOLING HOMELAND SECURITY GRANTS FOR IEDS:)
September 1, 2008... The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is awarding more than $3 billion in grants to states and localities, with several million allocated toward the threat of improvised explosive devices, including everything from radios to hazmat suits....

A green building for the wild blue yonder.(case STUDY)(Reprint)
September 1, 2008... IN 1975, INDIANPOLIS SHOWED FEW SIGNS of outgrowing its airport, at the time less than 20 years old. Nevertheless, the local Airport Authority, seeing increased capacity needs in the city's future, set aside a midfield site for later...

Five critical door closer solutions.
September 1, 2008... FIVE CRITICAL FACTORS CAN AFFECT the choice of a door closer, and they may assert themselves in varying degrees from one opening to another. When selecting a door closer, the complexity and interaction of all these factors makes it likely that...

A new bridge for ICF construction and the door and hardware industry.(INTEGRATED FRAMING ASSEMBLIES:)
September 1, 2008... THE GROWTH AND CHANGES OF Insulating Concrete Form (ICF) construction have remained off the door and hardware industry's radar, and this is mainly because--until now--it has had no reason to pay attention. Integrated Framing Assemblies (IFAs),...

Balancing convenience & safety.(SAFETY)
September 1, 2008... CONDUCTING A WORKSHOP AND consulting session with a group of university presidents recently reaffirmed an ongoing dilemma for schools, the balance between safety and convenience. The administrators are working to balance the competing needs of...

The tale of the MEGA team.(DHI EDUCATION:)
September 1, 2008... As a former teacher, I know the distinct feeling that comes with seeing a student who struggled for one reason or another finally succeeding. There is a feeling of unbridled excitement and joy... coupled with a fist pump (or ten). ...

Classifying your employees--avoid a costly mistake.(legal)
September 1, 2008... THE FAIR LABOR STANDARDS Act (FLSA) requires employers to classify jobs as exempt or non-exempt. (1) Exempt positions are not covered by many of FLSA's provisions, including overtime pay and minimum wage, while non-exempt positions are covered....

It's all about we and free the new marketing and sales business model.(sales)
September 1, 2008... NEVER LET ANYONE KNOW what your next move will be, never share because someone will steal your ideas. "Keep your cards close to the vest" is a business philosophy that's as outdated as the garment. Yet, it's so pervasive that it seems to be...

Simple steps to reducing the transfers (part 1).(shelf life)
September 1, 2008... ACCORDING TO MOST distributor operations managers, transfer should be a four letter word. No practice gives us more fits than moving product around our locations. Those of you with multiple locations know exactly what I am talking about. At one...

Pam Elkins promoted to Marketing Communications Manager for Secura Key.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2008... Secura Key of Chatsworth, California is proud to announce the promotion of Pam Elkins to her new position as Marketing Communications Manager. Ms. Elkins has been the Marketing Communications Coordinator for Secura Key's marketing department...

Marty Similuk has been promoted to Vice President, sales & marketing of Marshfield DoorSystems.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2008... Marty joined Marshfield in June 2007 as the Director of SalesNorth and since that time has proven himself to be an impact manager for Marshfield DoorSystems and its customers. Marty's background has prepared him well for a leadership role in...

Timely's Tom Manzo earns Project Manager certification.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2008... Tom Manzo, Project Manager at Timely Prefinished Steel Door Frames, has been designated a Stanford Certified Project Manager (SCPM) following successful completion of six required courses included in Stanford University's Advanced Project...

New Weatherproof Pushbutton from DynaLock.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2008... The new 6170 Series Weatherproof Pushbutton from DynaLock features a commercial-grade switch assembly, rated watertight to IP68 and completely sealed against moisture and dust intrusion. It is specifically designed to withstand outdoor exposure...

Blue Giant introduces new mini-dok comfort Series edge-of-dock levelers.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2008... Blue Giant has developed a new line of mechanical and hydraulic edge-of-dock levelers with capacities from 20,000 to 30,000 pounds (9,100 to 13,600 kg) that are easy to operate and provide smooth top-plate transitions. [ILLUSTRATION...

CRL's new Dry Glaze Taper-Loc(TM) SystemCuts Installation time in half.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2008... Los Angeles-based, C.R. Laurence Co., Inc. (CRL), a supplier to the glazing, railing, architectural, construction, industrial, and automotive industries, is introducing two new products that will improve the Glass Railing and Glass Windscreen...

Reliant Glass & Door Systems opens Milwaukee location.(CORPORATE CORNER)
September 1, 2008... Reliant Glass & Door Systems, LLC is pleased to announce the opening of a sales and service location in the Milwaukee area. The office and shop will be located at 727 West Glendale Avenue Suite 700 in Glendale. Reliant has been serving the...

Amesbury LOCCA donates remote access and wireless intercoms to charity.(CORPORATE CORNER)
September 1, 2008... Ground breaking for a new Ronald McDonald's House in Sioux Falls, SD was held Wednesday, June 25 at 4:30pm at the site of the future 18 bedroom Ronald McDonald House which the Home Builders Association of the Sioux Empire (HBASE) is assisting...

Understanding Green Building Design.(tech tip)
September 1, 2008... Do you know what LEED [TM] is? How about Green Building Design? Sustainable building design? Perhaps you have heard these phrases used or seen them in print but have not given the items any real focus. In this tech tip we will provide some...