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Door Hinges – What Kind Do I Need?

When it comes to commercial doors, specifying the correct types of door hinges is critically important if you want to avoid expensive repairs down the road.  Improperly specified hinges is one of the most common issues we find when performing specification reviews.  So, this leads to the question: What type of door hinges do I […]

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Door Hinges 101 – What You Need to Know

Door hinges are seemingly simple pieces of hardware that are often overlooked and brushed aside as unimportant.  Think again, my friends. Hinges are actually quite important and can go a long way in either increasing or decreasing both the security and longevity of your doors.   There are a few elements to consider when selecting […]

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Rear Door Security – The Code Compliant Solution

Panic bars are one of the most important pieces of hardware in your facilities.  They are supposed to keep the bad guys out and they are supposed to let employees and patrons quickly exit in case of emergency.  Unfortunately, time and time again, we see makeshift security measures put in place on exit doors that […]

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Panic Bars & Additional Security Features – The Code Compliant Solution to Rear Door Security

Panic bars are a hot topic in the loss prevention and facilities management world.  At a recent trade show, an attendee asked about the options available for rear door security.  As a large national chain, his organization had fallen victim to some creative criminals. By prying out the bottom of the door, robbers were able to […]

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