There are a handful of well-known and trusted blogs in the door and hardware industry; one of the most popular being iDigHardware. The site is managed by Lori Greene, AHC/CDC, CCPR, FDHI and as the many acronyms after her name suggest, she knows what she’s talking about when it comes to door and hardware […]
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 moreHardware must be meticulously specified and maintained in order to perform as intended in the event of an emergency. However, often times, people compromise properly configured egress systems by adding in convenience features designed for more frequent non-emergency usage. The IBC requires exit signs, directional signs, and “NO Exit” signs to provide occupants with sufficient […]
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