Fire Rated Door vs Non Fire Rated Door: Fire Safety Compared
Most commercial self-closing hinges still adopt either spring or hydraulic damper for [...]
Best ADA Gate Closer in California: Key Features for Long Term Use
A sagging outdoor gate, a pool enclosure that won’t close cleanly, or a coastal project where the closer failed after one season—these are not installation [...]
A Guide to ADA Door Requirements
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is pivotal in guaranteeing access for individuals with disabilities, directly influencing door hardware selections. ADA guidelines dictate specific parameters [...]
Solving ADA Recessed Door Swing Clearance Challenges
Every AEC professional eventually meets the same question on a tight jobsite: “What if the door swing clearance doesn’t meet ADA requirements—because the wall, frame, [...]
Counter Swing Door Hinges: Why Hinge Fails & What Will Last
When a counter swing door refuses to stay controlled, swings too fast, slams shut, or becomes unsafe for staff and customers, the issue isn’t the [...]
Soft Close Front Door Hinges: Common Installation Questions Explained
Even the best installers can run into confusion when setting up soft close front door hinges. That’s what happened with an Installation Manager at DOOR [...]
Handicap Bathroom Requirements: What Makes ADA Doors Actually Work
Ever submitted restroom drawings that passed plan check—but failed on-site inspection because the door clipped the clearance or required too much force to open? It’s [...]
Solving The ADA Door Handle Height Conundrum
Commercial partitions — restrooms, shower rooms, and fitting rooms — are easy to overlook. Most of us never think twice about how they open or [...]
90 Degree Hinges for Heavy Duty Door: Insights
The architectural design relies on understanding the functionality of single swing doors. These doors offer different swing angles to suit specific needs. A 90-degree swing [...]
Commercial Vertical Platform Lift: Why It Matter in Retail Area
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), any business open to the public must provide equal access for individuals with disabilities. This isn’t just about [...]