Yes, you read that right – it’s time to start thinking about the beating your facility will take this winter. Plus, we’re hoping to be the first ones on the “Winterize Your ___” bandwagon this fall. Your snow tires, heating units, and boats aren’t the only things that should be prepared for the cold weather. […]
Read moreHow much time and money could you save by getting it right the first time? Your door schedule is the foundation of your facilities’ physical security – failure to get it right has a negative impact on your bottom line, schedule, and time. From national chains that employ a construction department of 50 people, to […]
Read moreI was having a conversation yesterday about our Electromechanical Solutions department and the challenges the project managers are facing during specification. If our team (who is specifically trained in the fields of electrical and mechanical hardware) is facing challenges – someone with little or no knowledge of the industry is having these issues times ten. What […]
Read moreGet excited – today we’re going to talk about gate hardware. While you may think it’s as easy as slapping a lock on a gate to control access to restricted areas, it’s actually not that simple – all sorts of codes apply. I usually consult (read: annoy) one of our Specification Consultants when I’m writing […]
Read moreThis title would have read – Things Your Architect Doesn’t Know Won’t Tell You – because it’s more likely to be true. But I don’t know how to make strike through text in the title. (If you DO know how, be a gem and leave it in the comments!) Your job is complex – I get […]
Read moreHardware and construction fails are, by far, my favorite posts to do. Not because I enjoy the serious safety hazards that ensue with horrible hardware, but it boggles my mind that a site supervisor or building manager would sign off on some of these ridiculous [and real] photos. [soliloquy id=”3400″] Have you seen […]
Read moreThere are many different types of locks and locking hardware available, and it’s not always easy to determine the difference between product types. On the surface, they may seem (and even look) similar, but as you learned when we discussed the difference between mortise and cylindrical locks, there’s often a huge difference. Today we dive […]
Read moreLately I’ve talked a lot about brand identity and how you can incorporate it into your door and hardware specification, by using upgraded architectural hardware. There is a common misconception within our industry that the words ‘unique’ or ‘custom’ always includes a hefty price tag. While there are instances where this is the case there […]
Read moreHardware specification is often left to the architects of new store construction. While there are some who take the time to research and learn about the complexities of our industry, there are many more that don’t. Often times, specification is viewed as a ‘one size fits all’ application and the intricacies of your facility and […]
Read moreAt LockNet, we’ve seen some genius temporary hardware fixes by both our customers and the locksmiths we partner with because there are times when the number one priority is to simply secure the store, keep your patrons safe, or get the doors open to start the day. We applaud you guys for your ability to […]
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