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Major Manufacturing's Pit Bull Steel Door Tool Simplifies Hardware Changes

One of the more difficult modifications is recessing a latch pocket into a hollow metal door edge to accommodate an auxiliary lock. Major Manufacturing's Pit Bull tool makes this task much simpler.

Article • April 1st, 2007

Installing the Von Duprin XP98/XP99 Center Case Retrofit For Rim Exit Devices

Warranty: 3 Years Time to Install: 45 minutes to one hour Tools: 10-24 tap, 1/4-20 tap, drill bits, tools to adjust door closer, drill motor, 5/64" hex wrench I was invited to the retrofit of a Von Duprin 99 Series Exit Device...

Article • March 1st, 2007

A Brief History of Sargent & Greenleaf on its 150th Anniversary

In 1857, Hollywood was founded. In the same year, albeit with decidedly less fanfare, occurred an event that would arguably play a role in shaping the security hardware industry for decades to come. Financier Halbert Greenleaf began his long...

Article • March 1st, 2007

Electrifying Existing Hardware With the SARGENT 56-Electric Latch Retraction

SARGENT’s Next Generation 56 - Electric Latch Retraction 80 Series Exit Device and ELR retrofit kit is designed for use with the 80 Series exit devices.

Article • February 1st, 2007

Key Bumping Solutions

Think of the recent key-bumping media frenzy as an opportunity to educate your customers and the general public on the value of high security locks.

Article • January 1st, 2007

Jackson Concealed Overhead Door Closers

We discuss the operation; models, installation techniques and the different applications for Jackson concealed overhead door closers.

Article • January 1st, 2007

The Basics of Delayed Egress

Today's advanced delayed egress systems provide the benefits of improved security, safety and loss control on a large scale.

Article • January 1st, 2007

Concealed Closer Product Spotlight

Our product spotlight includes information on concealed door closers from DORMA, Dor-O-Matic, Jackson Hardware, LCN and Rixson.

Article • January 1st, 2007

Installing the Baldwin Ashton Two-Point Lockset

We install the Baldwin Ashton two-point handleset, part of the Baldwin Images Collection of locksets, onto a residential door.

Article • November 1st, 2006

Boosting Sales on Impulse

Take advantage of your showroom to make more money.

Article • November 1st, 2006

Come Join the Circus: A Day In the Life of a Casino Locksmith

A typical workday in the life of Dan Howard, locksmith for Circus Circus Casino & Hotel in Reno, NV.

Article • October 1st, 2006

Choosing The Access Control Locking System

Most access control articles discuss the installation of access control systems from the point of view of having already chosen the equipment.

Article • October 1st, 2006

Sizing Up Fire Doors and Rated Hardware

It's the responsibility of locksmiths to understand all components of steel fire doors. All hardware mounted to fire doors must be properly rated.

Article • September 1st, 2006

Opening the Door to Greater Profits

Door servicing and replacement provides an opportunity to expand your business.

Article • September 1st, 2006

Specifying Electric Hinges

Electric hinges are preferred over door cords because they are less exposed to vandalism

Article • September 1st, 2006

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