Locksmith Ledger

Door closers have a long life expectancy when both the door and the closer are properly maintained. Choosing the best door closer and installation method for a specific application can be the difference between successful operation and having to install...

Article • April 1st, 2011

Norton Creates A Safe Zone

Norton Door Controls, a division of ASSA ABLOY, has been manufacturing door checks, the precursor of the door closer, since Lewis C. Norton founded the Norton Door Check Company in 1880. A Door Check originated as a device that prevents a door...

Article • March 7th, 2011

Door Closers: Adjusting For Changes

For the purpose of this article, we will discuss surface-mounted door closer basics to better understand the design, operation and limitations of a mechanical door closer. Optimizing the installation of a door closer can be very beneficial by...

Article • March 7th, 2011

Key Connection

Company • February 28th, 2011

Norton 5900 Series X-in™

Norton Door Controls introduces the 5900 Series X-in™ full featured, extremely quiet, low-energy door operator, ideal for moderate to high-traffic door openings in healthcare facilities, schools, offices and public buildings. The X-in combines...

Product • February 8th, 2011

News Briefs

Steelcraft Doors Obtain Blast-Resistant "No Hazard" Rating Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies today announced compliance with the United States Department of Defense Unified Facilities Criteria - Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings...

Article • February 7th, 2011

C.R. Laurence Co., Inc.

Company • December 3rd, 2010

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Article • December 3rd, 2010

SAFEZONE

Norton Door Controls introduces the SafeZone™ door closer/holder that senses movement in the door opening and holds the door open. The SafeZone electromechanical closer/holder features a sensor that can be set to detect movement in one or two...

Product • October 14th, 2010

MARKS USA Expands Product Line

Marks USA is now truly a one-stop company for almost any architectural hardware product.

Article • October 1st, 2010

Surface Mounted Door Closer Accessories and Options

Determining exactly what the end-user needs and installing the best door closer with the appropriate arm and options will give your customer many years of trouble free operation.

Article • October 1st, 2010

Banner Thunderbird Sticks With Sargent Locks

The 2009 expansion of Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale, AZ, was all about the doors - literally and figuratively. From a figurative perspective, the expansion opened up the door to a new level of medical attention and patient service...

Article • October 1st, 2010

Marks USA Line

ASIS Booth 3333 Since 1977, Marks USA's expanding product line has helped to meet the needs of the growing security hardware market. Products include architectural grade, BHMA & UL code compliant life safety, mortise, cylindrical and tubular locksets...

Product • September 16th, 2010

Gate Closers

RIXSON introduces its new gate closers with sliding arm, Models 1350 and 1351. Extremely easy to install and operate, these dependable surface-mounted closers facilitate a soft opening - and a strong closing - each time the gate is engaged. Ideal for...

Product • January 21st, 2010

27-180 Floor Closer

RIXSON introduces the latest option on its flagship line of 27 series floor closers, the 27-180, which features a 180-degree swing. It is available in both standard 27 and heavy-duty model L27. Features include non-hold open or automatic hold-open...

Product • January 21st, 2010

Door Closers

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