Exit Devices For Commercial Doors

3- Vertical Rod Exit Device

Exit devices, or more commonly known panic bars or push bars, enable people to open doors easily in the event of an emergency. Exit devices are operated from inside of the door where a bar is pushed to retract the latch and open the door. They are designed to allow people to move quickly through…

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Open Sesame! Auto Door Operators

Push button door opener

Automatic door openers can be handy additions to any business that has high traffic levels or desire touchless door opening options. Automatic openers are used on residential and commercial doors to provide assistance for opening the entrance/exit. These door openers allow entrance and exit without physically handling the door. Automatic door openers can also be…

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Pool and Gate Safety – A Quick Check Can Save A Life

dad and kids at pool

Change in seasons means backyard and pool activities will begin to emerge. Multi-family housing and many single-family homes have pools and other outdoor recreational areas that may require safety and security checks. A quick check of fences and gates can give can reduce liability risk to the property owner. Inspect the following areas as you…

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Spring Cleaning – Add A Security Check

Woman cleaning

As the spring season is upon us, a deep clean of our homes and businesses is often a ritual. Opening windows, shaking out rugs and turning on sprinkler systems should not be the only activities involved in your spring cleaning. Consider also doing a security check of your home.  Colorado seasonal shifts of cold to…

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Why Changing Home Locks When Moving Is Important

house keys

Imagine you are asleep in your bed and are awakened to the sound of a key opening the front door of your home. You sit straight up in bed on full alert, reaching for the baseball bat that lives under your bed. You slide on your slippers and robe to prepare to greet the unwanted…

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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…

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The Power Of Keyways

Keyway examples

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…

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A Weigh In On Door Closers

Automatic hydraulic device, leaver hinge door closer holder.

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 –…

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Electronic Solutions For Securing Rental Property After A Move Out

Rental Property

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…

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