6 Features to Choose Commercial Fire Door Closer
"We need a fire door closer for our commercial building that meets code, but still allows the door to stay open during business hours." This [...]
Decode Waterson Door Hinge Specifications: What SA, SA1 Means
"Why do you guys have so many terms like this? What is SA, SA1, DS… I don’t get it!" If you’ve ever stood at a [...]
Why Waterson Works Only for Side-Swing Horizontal Door Hinges
“Hello Waterson team, Wondering if any of your soft closing hinges are suitable for horizontal installation. The range of motion is between 20 and 8 [...]
ADA Bathroom Requirements Commercial Buildings
ADA compliance in commercial bathrooms isn’t just about meeting regulations—it’s about creating spaces that welcome and empower everyone. Key standards across Florida, Texas, and California [...]
BHMA A156.17 Money Saving Single Acting Hinges
Standard ANSI/BHMA A156.17-2014 establishes requirements for Self Closing Hinges & Pivots. In 5.3.1 cycle requirements, it clearly states different grades of single acting hinges. Although [...]
The Most Critical Hinge Codes Of Compliance For Spring Hinges
Not everyone knows the critical hinge code that might affect the safety and functionality of the door operation. Choosing the right quality is what needs [...]
Solving The Wheelchair Door Access Conundrum
Individuals who rely on wheelchairs for day-to-day mobility find themselves at times with unnecessary doorway challenges. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), doors [...]
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 [...]
Commercial Metal Door Hinges: An Industrial Back Door Solution
The back service door often use to streamline goods delivery, effectively easing traffic and congestion within commercial environments. It facilitates orderly access for employees and [...]
Simplistic Way To Install Door Closer For Fire Wood Door
Fire safety is a major concern, especially for public buildings or apartment blocks where a fire started on one floor can quickly consume an entire [...]