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Door Hinges – Continuous Versus Pin and Barrel
Not every door hinge is the same, especially when working in commercial buildings. Weight of the door, environment, framing and hardware currently in use all contribute to the decision for the right hinge. Two of the most common hinges used in commercial buildings are continuous hinges and pin and barrel hinges. The key is knowing when…
Read MoreThe Power Of Keyways
Did you know that all of the different keys available are actually blank templates for the various locks available? Depending on what is being locked/unlocked could drive the brand of key used that is designed to match the keyway of the locking mechanism. A keyway is the slot or groove that the key matches and…
Read MoreA Weigh In On Door Closers
Determining the correct door closer for a commercial door application may seem simple but if done wrong, a door can quickly become noncompliant, begin to sag and even increase energy costs. There are a number of factors to consider when selecting the best door closer for your commercial property. Location of door Mounting needs –…
Read MoreElectronic Solutions For Securing Rental Property After A Move Out
Managing a residential rental property, multifamily complex or commercial office building has unique challenges, especially when a tenant decides to move out. Removing any belongings left behind, documenting any damage that may have occurred and securing the space once the renter has vacated the property are among the first steps to reclaiming the space to…
Read MoreElectronic Locks Residential – Stand Alone vs Connected – Which is best for your home?
Determining the best lock for your home will depend upon your desired level of security. Electronic locks for residential homes have several advantages, including the inability to duplicate keys or even provide for keyless entry. The two most common requests that we see for residential electronic locks are for stand alone systems and connected systems.…
Read MoreNew House Checklist: What to Do Before Moving In
We were contacted by Redfin, asking for a bit of advice for new home buyers around securing their new home. Our response: “Imagine you have just moved into your new home. Safely tucked into bed for the night, you hear someone entering a key into your front door, turning the lock, and entering your home.…
Read MoreMy Keycard Does What?
Key card technology is an excellent commercial access control solution. A key card, simply defined, is a remote control device with a radio frequency identification (RFID) chip and an antenna that communicates with another RFID chip. One of the uses of this technology is to signal an arming or disarming of a security system. A…
Read MoreHow do I know that no one else has a copy of my key?
We have all seen the words “Do Not Duplicate” on the front of some keys. This does not necessarily mean that people will follow instructions. The key cutting machines in supermarkets and big box stores can indeed still recreate the key.
Read More4 Types of Commercial Locks – Which is best for your business?
When considering door lock technology for your office, commercial space or multifamily living complex, there are several options depending upon your needs. There are primarily four different types of locks for commercial doors: keyless entry, electric strike, restricted, and magnetic. Let’s take a deeper look into each for the best application. Keyless Entry Commercial Locks…
Read MoreWe are now ENGAGE Certified
Our access control services are now more engaging than ever! We are now ENGAGE certified! ENGAGE technology is a cloud-based and mobile app monitoring solution for businesses, whether they are monitoring a few doors or a multi-building complex. This efficient and data driven program is open source, making it very easy to integrate with the…
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