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Calendar.(Conference news)(Calendar)
Sept. 15-18, 2008 ASIS International 2008 Atlanta, GA www.asisonline.org October 15-17 IFMA World Workplace 2008 Expo Dallas, TX www.ifma.org October 29-30 ISC East 2008 New Yo . . .

Are we in a "recession?".(in TOUCH)
I RECENTLY HEARD AN INTERVIEW BY Fox News Business beat with Sam Zell, one of the most successful investors in our country. Zell is a U.S.-born billionaire and real estate entrepreneur and co-founde . . .

Foundation's efforts at the state and local level.(life safety & security FOUNDATION)
FOR THE PAST FEW MONTHS, THE Foundation has been working to create awareness at the state and local level in regards to the fire door inspection program and this industry's role in school security. . . .

Air space.(case STUDY)(Reprint)
STANDING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BRIDGE across the 248-foot-wide (76-meter-wide) center of the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center at Dulles Airport makes one think of the awe with which the biblical Jonah mus . . .

Quiet coverage.(case STUDY)(Reprint)
A LIBRARY MAY NOT SEEM LIKE AN EDGY OR SOPHISTICATED security application. its residents are confined to shelves; its visitors rarely tend to be threatening or lawless. In Salt Lake City, however, . . .

Securing museums, libraries, and cultural facilities: life imitates art.
AT THIS YEAR'S ACADEMY AWARDS, director Martin Scorsese finally secured his long overdue Oscars for Best Director and Best Picture with "The Departed," a murderous mob adventure film. The Oscars, al . . .

An unseen friend: the role of glass in fire protection.
A COMPREHENSIVE FIRE PROTECTION PROGRAM addresses at least three things: detection, suppression and compartmentation. Detection devices such as smoke and fire alarms provide early warnings and are e . . .

New forms & functions of fire-rated glazing; In an industry where designers constantly push the envelope, one thing is for sure-
GLASS IS INCREASINGLY ONE OF THE MOST preferred building products because it allows us to enjoy clear, unobstructed views along with the benefits of natural light. Perhaps no segment of the building . . .

Delivering security, life-safety & convenience; An overview of door & hardware components.(Access Control:)(Reprint)
Designing a building without considering the placement of plumbing, heating ducts or electrical wiring would be impractical, yet it happens all the time with another critical building component. Acc . . .

So much to see ... so little time!(Boston)
WITH OVER THREE CENTURIES of history, art and culture, Boston is a world-class destination where people with every type of interest will find something to enjoy. Home to numerous museums, entertainm . . .

Business recruitment fundamentals: how to onboard more "A" players.(recruitment)
"ALL ABOARD!"--Don't you just wish that hiring new employees was that easy? Unfortunately, it's such a challenge today that in a recent national survey, over 30 percent of CEOs said up to half of th . . .

It's time to get the message why your customers will never be the same.(marketing)
LET'S PUT IT ALL BEHIND us." These few words capture Americans' unquenchable optimism. If there's a roadblock, we go around it and no hurdle is ever too high. Nothing stops us. We regroup and move o . . .

Legal issues surrounding references.(legal)
AS AN EMPLOYER, YOU may have attempted to check a prospective employee's references in order to make a more informed decision. (1) Or, you may have received a request from a another company for info . . .

Limiting liability and piercing the corporate veil.(legal)
OWNERS AND MANAGERS of businesses spend countless hours considering the risks and potential claims and liabilities to which they and their businesses may be exposed by virtue of their business opera . . .

A jack of all trades.(Shelf life)
I LOVE THE EXPRESSION, "A jack of all trades, but a master of none". I am getting really sick and tired of running into ERP software solutions masquerading as wholesale distribution packages. The cl . . .

Jordan, Knauff & Company announce Michael E. Collins as Vice President, Building Products Groups.(PEOPLE)
Jordan, Knauff & Company, an investment bank dedicated to serving American private companies from offices in Chicago, Illinois and Kansas City, Missouri, is pleased to announce that Mr. Michael E. C . . .

Pioneer Industries hires V.P. Operations.(PEOPLE)
Pioneer Industries is pleased to announce the hiring of Mr. Ralph Tarzia as Vice President of Operations. Ralph will join the Pioneer senior management team and have full responsibility for all manu . . .

Michael Poeltl joins Blue Giant as Marketing Manager.(PEOPLE)
Blue Giant, a world leader in loading dock and materials handling equipment, announces the addition of Michael Poeltl as Marketing Manager. Poeltl brings five years of marketing and Web site exper . . .

Ingersoll Rand names Steven Hochhauser President, Security Technologies Sector.(PEOPLE)
Ingersoll-Rand Company Limited today announced the appointment of Steven B. Hochhauser as president of its Security Technologies Sector, a $3 billion business that makes homes and business environme . . .

Alarm lock introduces DL5200 into its Trilogy family of double-sided locks.(PRODUCTS)
Known in past years for its superior Sirenlock [TM] panic exit and delayed egress alarms in full-door and clapper styles, Alarm Lock is proud to introduce the newest addition to our double-sided Tri . . .

Yale [R] introduces YM Series [TM].(PRODUCTS)
Yale Commercial Locks & Hardware, one of the world's leading manufacturers of door hardware and locks, has introduced the YM Series [TM], a new line of locks and hardware that expands the company' s . . .

Multi-language pack.(PRODUCTS)
AVAware Technologies Inc., the developer of AVAproject, now provides multiple language capability. The global choice for the architectural openings industry, AVAproject can now operate in and conver . . .

Vacuum lifter designed for wood handling.(PRODUCTS)
A compressed-air powered, low-profile vacuum lifter that can be equipped with interchangeable pads for handling rough or smooth wood surfaces is available from Anver Corporation of Hudson, Massachus . . .

Secura key releases new and improved access control resource CD.(PRODUCTS)
Secura Key, of Chatsworth, California is pleased to announce the release of a new and improved access control resource CD. Available free upon request, this CD contains datasheets, technical manuals . . .

ASSA ABLOY acquires Rockwood Manufacturing Company.(CORPORATE CORNER)
ASSA ABLOY Inc. announced that it acquired Rockwood Manufacturing Company of Rockwood, Pennsylvania, a well respected and privately held manufacturer of door pulls and trim hardware, as well as othe . . .

Hager companies introduces free specification writing and Architectural Hardware Consulting services.(CORPORATE CORNER)
Hager Companies, a leading manufacturer of commercial door hardware, recently announced a new series of value-added Architectural Hardware Consulting (AHC) services to architects and hardware specif . . .

Keying systems.(tech tip do you know?)
Are mechanical keying systems a thing of the past? With new security possibilities available via access control and electrified hardware, do we even need to address a building's keys and cylinders? . . .

Probing the heart finding balance.(in TOUCH)
THIS ISSUE OF DOORS & HARDWARE addresses a challenge which is at the heart of our industry--integrating a balance between aesthetics, life safety and security--all in one opening. But really, our in . . .

Foundation's efforts at the federal level.(FOUNDATION)
THE FOUNDATION HAS BEEN WORKING to create awareness and provide information to members of the U.S. Congress towards legislation that is crucial to fire and life safety issues. After the rash of sc . . .

Stile & rail wood doors: avoid detailing conflicts.(case STUDY)
While many of today's stile and rail wood doors project a rich, highly-crafted image and provide many years of reliable service, they can spell trouble if individual components are incompatible with . . .

Last dance at the Cocoanut Grove: the Cocoanut Grove was one of the most popular nightspots in Boston. Massachusetts before and
To those unfamiliar with the Cocoanut Grove, the name itself brings to mind palm trees, laughing crowds, coconuts, dancing and just a good place to go and enjoy oneself with friends. The Grove had a . . .

Closing the door on finger injuries; How often do we think of a door as a danger to personal safety and a potential source of se
All too often the view of door safety has the very narrow focus of preventing unwanted ingress and allowing maximum speed of egress. The spotlight is on the latest access controls and electrified ha . . .

The sustainable entrance: the only "green" exterior door is the one that lasts.(case STUDY)
With architects, contractors, facility managers and building owners becoming more and more invested in green building practices, the construction products industry as a whole is being increasingly a . . .

Spring hinges: the evolving requirements for UL certification.
IN THE PAST FIVE YEARS, DOOR AND door hardware trade associations such as the Steel Door Institute (SDI) and the Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) have worked to increase the level . . .

A hedge fund for door openings.
Laying a fee to lock in a price is a short version of the Marketing 101 definition of hedging. The principle of hedging can be viewed in many ways. It exists at all organizational levels. It applies . . .

F1 Racing Boston.
You've watched racing on television, perhaps you have attended a live race. Now it's your turn to get behind the wheel and show your driving skills. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Put on your helmet and . . .

Need a memory boost? How to upgrade your brainpower.(management)
REMEMBER WHEN YOU were a child and you remembered everything your parents promised, like that new bike or a trip to zoo? Remember when your parents said they could not remember their promise and you . . .

The basics of independent contractor agreements.(legal)
IN THE LAST ISSUE, I discussed the legal principles that apply in determining whether those engaged to perform services for a company are classified as employees or independent contractors and the l . . .

Why change is so hard--and what leaders can do about it.(leadership)
IMAGINE THAT RIGHT BEFORE you drove home from work, someone told you that all the old traffic laws had changed forever: red no longer meant stop and green no longer meant go. In fact, all of the sig . . .

Liquidating dead inventory--online resources.(shelf life)
WHEN I CONDUCT AN inventory management seminar, or give a talk at an association meeting, I generally like to pose the question, "Does anyone have any dead stock?" I generally get a polite chuckle a . . .

Cornell Iron Works announces management hires.(PEOPLE)
Cornell Iron Works is pleased to announce the hiring of two executives to join their team of associates. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Joseph Heller has joined Cornell as Vice President of Manufacturin . . .

Reliant Glass & Door Systems announces new Milwaukee Account Manager.(PEOPLE)
Reliant Glass & Door Systems, LLC is pleased to announce the hiring of Kristine Nourse as the new After-Market Account Manager servicing the greater Milwaukee area. Kristine will be responsible for . . .

Overly Door Company announces new Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Overly Companies.(PEOPLE)
Overly Door Company and Tiger Door, LLC, manufacturers of Specialty Door Products, are proud to announce that Charles Baugh has been named Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Overly Co . . .

K2 Commercial Hardware announces sales agency representatives.(PEOPLE)
K2 Commercial Hardware, a division of Black and Decker Hardware and Home Improvement, has appointed D. L. Collins Associates as their sales agency to represent the product line in Arkansas, Louisian . . .

Hager's new 4500 Series Grade 1 Exit Devices offer greater quality and value for commercial door hardware applications.(PRODUCTS
Hager Companies' new 4500 Series Grade 1 Exit Devices give architects, commercial builders and anyone who specifies commercial door hardware a combination of quality and value that's unique in the m . . .

1 Amp class 2 Access Control power supply module.(PRODUCTS)
The economically priced 621B Value Series 1 Amp Access Control power supply module incorporates two field selectable 12/24VDC power limited outputs, including, 1 switched output and 1 auxiliary outp . . .

Kaba Access Control introduces Peaks [R] Preferred patented key control system.(PRODUCTS)
Kaba Access Control is pleased to introduce the Peaks Preferred patented key control system. No other patented key control system offers the quality, flexibility, and extensive retrofit ability, wit . . .

Dialock locking systems from Hafele.(PRODUCTS)
Hafele's commitment to finding better ways extends into the Dialock locking systems program which incorporates flexible, integrated access control components to ensure security. Dialock delivers r . . .

Secure our schools & campuses with Continental's CardAccess 3000.(PRODUCTS)
Continental Access has evolved into the developer of tomorrow's school and university security solutions today. From components to complete turnkey systems, Continental utilizes its CardAccess 3000 . . .

Security systems analyst calls Mayflower's new tag program indispensable.(PRODUCTS)
Aaron Kutz, a security systems specialist in Manalapan, NJ has recently started using the free services of Mayflower's Technical Advisory Group TAG (R). He finds that they greatly assist him when it . . .