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New Wireless Touch-free Actuators Use Infrared Motion Detection Technology
The new dormakaba RCI 912 Series is ideal for swing doors, sliding doors and glass, stone or marble surfaces.
Business
DHI conNextions Successfully Goes Virtual During the Pandemic
Events
DHI Canada Fall Technical School
November 15, 2020
November 20, 2020
Business
PDQ Announces National Sales Manager for pdqSmart Wireless Access Control
Access Control
SALTO Acquires Gantner, Welcomes New Shareholders
Construction / Design
The COVID-19 Conundrum: Money is Available for New Construction Projects, but Few are Breaking Ground
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Welcome to Safe & Secure Openings
Safesecureopenings.com is an all-new website by AC Business Media—the producers of the annual DHI conNextions conference and tradeshow and ForConstructionsPros.com
Events
DHI conNextions
October 20, 2021
October 21, 2021
DHI conNextions 2021 is expected to return to an in-person show! Stay up-to-date on the latest topics for the non-residential door and hardware industry.
Construction / Design
New Distributor Announcement – ASI Doors & Architectural Materials Inc
ASI and Architectural Materials Inc announce a partnership that helps improve the service to their shared customers.
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Access Control
Allegion Falcon B Series Cylindrical Lock
The B Series medium-duty lever lock offers tough, reliable performance and is ideal for new construction projects in retail, industrial, multi-family, government and military applications.
Access Control
Hold On! How to Hold Open a Fire Door Safely
Fire barriers are walls that help to compartmentalize a building to deter the spread of smoke, flames and toxic gases during a fire.
Access Control
The Lock that Transformed the Security Industry
As the mechanical push-button lock prepares to celebrate the 60th anniversary of its inception in 2021, it remains the most popular lock in the security marketplace and one of the most purchased items.
Access Control
Get More Out of Your Access Control
Access control readers using contactless technology can help prevent the spread of infection by limiting contamination of door hardware.
Business
Dunes Point Capital, LP Announces Unified Door & Hardware Group’s Acquisition of Joffe Lumber & Supply Co., Inc.
DPC is a family office and private investment firm, pursuing control investments in companies operating in the general industrial sector.
Business
PSA Security Network Names Matt Barnette CEO
Bozeman has more than 40 years of experience in the security systems integration business and has been PSA’s CEO since 2000.
Security & Safety
The Days of Using Just a Lock and Key to Secure a Classroom are Fading
These devices are easy to use, can be operated in multiple ways and are much safer than hinge locks and door stops.
Healthcare
2021 Will Encourage New Healthcare Challenges and Greater Technology Investment
Security technologies such as network cameras, access control, touchless entry and analytics have clear uses for healthcare now and in the post-COVID world.
Access Control
Continental Access Launches Cloud-Based E-Access Embedded Platform
E-Access is said to be an easy-to-use platform of 1 to 4-door self-contained controllers with embedded software.
Codes / Standards
Guardian Fire Testing Laboratories Hire New Test Division Supervisor
During her career, Jones conducted numerous internal audits for laboratory departments including annual audits required by ANAB.
Codes / Standards
CSI Incorporates UNIFORMAT and ASTM E 1557 Standards into CROSSWALK
Applications that incorporate UNIFORMAT and ASTM E1557 now have a central location to access standards information specific to the project phase from feasibility to turnover.
Access Control
Is the Paddle Latch Acceptable for the Main Entrance?
In an office building with an occupant load of 400 people, is a paddle latch code compliant for the main entrance door? Or is panic hardware required?
Access Control
The Channel Change is Furious
The safety and security businesses have also seen some large channel changes with the strengthening emergence of “software as a service”, and the growth of different “go-to-market” paradigms.
Home
Welcome to Safe & Secure Openings
Safesecureopenings.com is an all-new website by AC Business Media—the producers of the annual DHI conNextions conference and tradeshow and ForConstructionsPros.com
Events
DHI conNextions
October 20, 2021
October 21, 2021
DHI conNextions 2021 is expected to return to an in-person show! Stay up-to-date on the latest topics for the non-residential door and hardware industry.
Access Control
ASSA ABLOY Aperio Wireless Lock Technology with vIDix Control
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions completed the integration of their Aperio wireless lock technology.
Access Control
Aiphone Announces Intercom Entrance Station is Now Hearing Aid-Compatible
Integration will offer enhanced audio capabilities for individuals wearing T-coil-compatible hearing aids
Business
Ron Virden Joins dormakaba's Access Solutions Americas Segment as Senior Vice President
He will lead these product lines in North and South America.
Access Control
New Wireless Touch-free Actuators Use Infrared Motion Detection Technology
The new dormakaba RCI 912 Series is ideal for swing doors, sliding doors and glass, stone or marble surfaces.
Security & Safety
Powering Up the Commercial Door
Electronic upgrades come in many sizes and shapes to provide cost-effective security.
Access Control
COVID-19 Has Changed the Needs for Access Control
Manufacturers have been working on entry control solutions seemingly tailor-made for the post-COVID-19 world for years.
Business
Camden Door Controls Launches Website in Response to COVID-19
The website highlights no-touch and low-touch solutions that eliminate the spread of germs caused by manually operating door activation devices, such as push/exit buttons.
Access Control
The Important of "Potting" Electronic Access Control Equipment
Potting protects against water and moisture, and insulates key components electronically.
Access Control
SALTO Wins 2020 'Architect's Darling Award'
Solution recognized with silver award in the ‘Best Product Configurator’ category.
Business
Keynote Speaker Heather McGowan: Work in a Post-Pandemic World
There are three key points to manage work during the pandemic.
Business
DHI conNextions Session: What’s on the Horizon
There will be an estimated increase in installation, pre-installed hardware, and increased division 28 competencies.
Security & Safety
PASS Presents the 5th Edition Guidelines at DHI conNextions
There are at least three components that can be used as a foundation to effective security approaches.
Business
DHI conNextions Successfully Goes Virtual During the Pandemic
While this year's virtual show was an achievement, DHI conNextions anticipates a return to an in-person event next year in New Orleans, LA, October 20-21.
Construction / Design
Dodge 2021 Outlook Predicts Slow, Uneven Recovery in 2021
2020 Outlook report predicts that total U.S.construction starts will increase only 4% in 2021 to to $771 billion.
Access Control
Codelocks Promotes Matt Welty To Vice President, Americas
Welty will be responsible for all day-to-day business operations, as well as continuing to implement growth strategies in the Americas.
