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, . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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, . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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.
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Joseph Heller has joined Cornell as Vice President . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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.
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Put on your helmet . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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 . . .
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