Door Closers

  • 7700 Series Door Operator

    Arrow Lock™ introduces the 7700 Series Low Energy Door Operator, ideal for retrofit applications and converts interior, non-fire rated doors to automated door openings. This product meets Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) handicap accessibility...

    Product • March 1st, 2012

  • News Briefs: Hospital Renovation Features Norton SafeZone

    Recovering patients at a newly renovated hospital are now able to move around more freely thanks to an intelligent door closing solution from Norton Door Controls, an ASSA ABLOY Group brand. Palmetto Health Baptist, a 489-bed hospital in Columbia, SC...

    Article • February 2nd, 2012

  • Retrofit Surface-Mount Door Closers: Where, When and Why?

    Surface-mounted door closers come in many sizes and the covers usually have different shapes, finishes and molded designs. Door closers are normally installed onto the secured side of door for at least two reasons. First, a door with a box and an arm...

    Article • January 3rd, 2012

  • Locksmithing etc. December 2011

    Olympus Lock SFIC Housing Olympus Lock has introduced the 724VR small format interchangeable core housing for file cabinets and medical carts. The Olympus 724VR is a direct retrofit for the Best part number 2P73. The housing will accept the standard...

    Article • December 2nd, 2011

  • 2800ST Series Cam Action Door Closer

    Norton Door Controls' 2800ST Series Cam Action Door Closer offers lower opening resistance than a rack and pinion-type closer and optimal closing force, allowing doors to open easily while providing the right amount of power to close and latch...

    Product • November 8th, 2011

  • Electrifying Door Hardware – Four Scenarios

    A reception area, hotel side entrance, X-ray lab and manufacturing facility all get varying levels of electronic access control

    Article • November 2nd, 2011

  • Installing the Arrow DC500 Series Surface-Mounted Door Closer

    Weight and dimensions of a door should be considered when selecting the right door closer. However, using a closer with adjustable spring closing force can eliminate most of the decision making process.

    Article • October 13th, 2011

  • Locksmithing Etc.

    Check and Question Every Bill In tough times, every penny counts. A great way to control those little expenses which in good times you seem to forget, is to check and question every bill. Checking and questioning every bill will help remind you of...

    Article • October 12th, 2011

  • LCN 4040XP

    The LCN 4040XP from Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies sets the new standard for reliability, longevity and value with beefier internal components and extraordinary performance that goes far beyond industry standards.  The people in Princeton, IL...

    Product • October 5th, 2011

  • DC5000 Series Closer

    Corbin Russwin's new DC5000 Series Cam Action Door Closer offers lower opening resistance than a rack-and-pinion type closer and optimum closing force, allowing doors to open easily while providing the right amount of power to close and latch...

    Product • October 4th, 2011

  • PDQ Manufacturing

    Company • September 20th, 2011

  • Door Closer Replacement Made Easy With The Design Hardware 316R Series

    Design Hardware’s new 316R Series Replacement Door Closer meets ANSI A156.4 – Grade 1 Standards. The 316R door closer has a UL Listing “A” label for installation onto a 3 hour fire door, and has the UL10C Positive Pressure rating. In addition...

    Article • August 3rd, 2011

  • Locksmithing Etc.

    RYTAN POWER INVERTER Rytan has introduced their RY192 Power Inverter to change DC power to 110 volt AC at 60Hz. The 1000 watt, with 3000 watt surge power inverter has an over 90 percent efficiency rate with alarm and thermal shutdown. There are two...

    Article • June 29th, 2011

  • Door Closers, Top to Bottom

    The most important thing about door closers has nothing to do with the closers themselves. Before installing, servicing or adjusting a door closer, make certain the hinges are properly lubricated, the hinge screws are tight and the door closes...

    Article • May 31st, 2011

  • News Briefs: ASSA ABLOY acquires FlexiForce

    ASSA ABLOY has acquired FlexiForce, a leading manufacturer of components for entrance automation. FlexiForce is specialized in manufacturing and distribution of components for industrial sectional doors and residential garage doors with a strong...

    Article • May 3rd, 2011