We walk through doors countless times a day. Unless you’re like us, you’re probably not paying attention to all of the components that come together that actually make a door a door. However, as the saying goes, “The more you know…” Knowing the various parts of a door will benefit you in case something is […]
There have been quite a few advancements in electromechanical locks in the last decade, namely in wireless locks. Wireless locks are a hot commodity these days as they cut down on one of the major hassles of installing an access control system – wiring. Why Do People Want Wireless Locks on Exterior Doors? Most access […]
Have you ever sat down and looked at the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) code book? My guess is that you haven’t pored over all 279 pages. It’s enough to make anyone go cross-eyed – especially the door section. There are so many numbers and exceptions that it’s enough to confuse even the veterans of our […]
We regularly get asked about ADA codes for doors and locks. Sure, you can look at the code book, but if you’re like most, poring over the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) codes will make you go cross-eyed – especially the door section. There are so many numbers and exceptions that it’s enough to confuse even […]
On Tuesday, we discussed the issues that commonly arise when using wood doors on an exterior opening. While wood doors are beautiful, they just can’t hold up to the elements like they need to. CurriStain doors solve this problem, but that still leaves you scratching your head on what to do about your interior wood […]
Why Is Fire Rating Important? Fire-rated doors are designed to serve as a barrier to fire and keep fire from passing through the opening for a specified period of time. In order for them to operate properly, these doors must have only fire-rated hardware installed. If non-fire-rated hardware is installed, the entire door opening will […]
I wear glasses. While I don’t have really bad vision, I do get super squinty if I take my glasses off and I have yet to muster up the nerve to go in and get fitted for contacts. It’s not really the thought of placing a tiny lense on my eyeball that grosses me out. […]
The most popular way to electrify an opening for access control remains the electric strike, but is it the best way? Electric Strikes in Fire-Rated Openings For stairwell openings that must be unlocked in the event of a fire yet positively latched, the answer is simple: one must use an electric lock (or exit device […]
Would you be shocked if one of your managers allowed your stock room to look like this? Not only is this unsightly and a great way to lose inventory, but it’s also a breaks several important code violations. For example, per NFPA life safety code, all marked exits must be clear and accessible. Facility Directors […]
Commercial safes are nothing new to the loss prevention world; since being patented in 1835 safes have done nothing but increase in security and presence, which means it’s probably not necessary to spell out the benefits of installing a safe and protecting the valuables of your facility, business or home. Widely considered non-negotiable, commercial safes […]