2021 Media Kit

January 23, 2021

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Privacy Glass Solutions Brings BetweenGlassBlinds to the US

These products will be used in thousands of healthcare, commercial, education, and high-security environments throughout North America.

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After 30 Years, Schools are Not ADA Compliant

About 70% of school districts have plans to improve the accessibility of their facilities in the next three years.

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DE LA FONTAINE Industry Launches New Factory

This facility, DE LA FONTAINE industries’ fourth in the United States, was officially launched on March 1st and is now fully operational.

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DHI's 2021 Fall Technical School

October 3, 2021October 10, 2021

Registration is now open for the 2021 DHI Fall Technical School, taking place in Lansdowne, VA.

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dormakaba Acquires Solus Security Systems

Solus Security Systems (Solus) provides integrated solutions for access control, time and attendance, visitor management, vehicle access and security, as well as the services required for managing these solutions.

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Nonresidential Construction Sheds 22,600 Jobs in June Due to Worker Shortages

The construction unemployment rate rose to 7.5% in June. Unemployment across all industries increased slightly from 5.8% in May to 5.9% last month.

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INOX Introduces the TL7 Magnetic Door Latch

INOX's new TL7 magnetics door latch uses stealth technology to match modern architectural needs.

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Commercial Planning Pushes Dodge Momentum Index Up for Seventh Straight Month

The Dodge Momentum Index moved 9.1% higher in May largely due to the strongest month-over-month gain in commercial planning since October 2017.

DE LA FONTAINE Seeks Independent Sales Manufacturer Representatives

DE LA FONTAINE has job openings in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida for sales manufacturer representatives or agencies.

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Even Modest Infrastructure Investment Could Send Commercial Construction Outlook Soaring

Dodge Data & Analytics forecasts construction starts to rebound in 2021 and 2022, with the prospect of far greater gains if even a projected $550 billion “middle of the road” infrastructure spending plan is passed.

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National Nonresidential Construction Spending Declined 0.5% in April

Spending was down on a monthly basis in nine of 16 nonresidential subcategories.

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DHI Passes HEA 1270 in Indiana

It corrects Indiana State Code language that allowed for barricading in classrooms due to the activation of a fire alarm.

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INOX Introduces the PD97 Motor-Driven Electric Mortise Lock for Sliding Doors

The PD97 utilizes a sensor-controlled motor that sends a signal to the lock, prompting it to automatically engage or retract without needing to touch the lock or handle.

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Do Door Barricades Provide Security in the Classroom?

The requirements for free egress, fire protection, and accessibility must be considered in conjunction with the need for security.

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The DHI Board of Governors and DSSF Board of Trustees Appoint New Chief Executive Officer

Cedric Calhoun has been appointed at the Chief Executive Officer effective April5, 2021.

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Survey Shows Job Opportunities for Women in Construction Are On the Rise

A survey released in conjunction with Women in Construction Week shows 71% of respondents feel opportunities for women in construction are increasing, but equal treatment by employers still needs work.

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Construction Starts Down to Begin 2021

Commercial starts dropped 27%, institutional starts were 15% lower, while manufacturing starts collapsed 59%

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USGBC 2020 LEED Report Reveals 60% of U.S. Green Buildings in Office, Healthcare and Education

The U.S. Green Building Council released the Top 10 States for LEED green building with California ranking No. 1 for most LEED professionals, while Massachusetts ranks No. 1 for most certified square feet per capita.

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Glass Ceiling in Construction Continues as Female CEOs Lag Globally

The number of female CEOs in science and technology industries, including construction, falls far below that of their male counterparts, while pay levels continue to reflect ongoing disparity between genders.

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National Nonresidential Construction Spending Declined 0.8% in December 2020

Private nonresidential spending was down 1.7%, while public nonresidential construction spending was up 0.5% in December.

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Nonresidential Building Spending Expected to Decline Through 2021

Health care and public safety are the only major sectors that are slated to produce gains in 2021.

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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.

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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.

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.

DHI Canada Fall Technical School

November 15, 2020November 20, 2020

Sam Sutherland becomes new national manager for wireless access control.

PDQ Announces National Sales Manager for pdqSmart Wireless Access Control

Sam Sutherland plans to aggressively grow PDQ’s top line revenue and strategically expand their market presence in wireless access control products

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SALTO Acquires Gantner, Welcomes New Shareholders

SALTO Systems, a manufacturer of electronic access control solutions, has acquired Gantner Electronic Austria.