Wind Tunnel Effect Between Buildings: Why Doors Slam and How to Minimize It
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
How to Choose Self Closing Hinges for Fire Rated Doors
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
Fire Rated Apartment Entry Door Hinges: Upgrade Your Safety
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
Understand Fire Rated Door Applications and Standards for Safety
In July 2022, the New York Times reported that a tragic fire in a Bronx apartment spread rapidly due to an open door. According to [...]
Which Baby Safe Door Stopper Actually Holds the Door and Keeps a Child Safe?
"We just had a toddler catch her fingers on a bedroom door in one of our rental units. The parents want to know what we [...]
Can Self Closing Gate Hinges Work When the Hinges Sit Only at the Bottom
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
Which Is the Best Self Closing Gate Hinge in Florida for a Pool & Coastal Gate
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
Can You Get a Fire Rated 180 Degree Opening on a Heavy Commercial Door
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
Door Stop on Hinge: How to Stop and Hold a Door Without Wall Damage
Quick Answer A hold open hinge keeps a door open at a set angle (typically 90°) until manually closed. A door stop on a hinge [...]
Do Garage Doors Need to Be Self Closing and Soft Closing? Code + Safety
Quick Answer Yes. Under IRC Section R302.5.1, any door connecting an attached garage to living space must be self-closing to block fire and carbon monoxide. [...]