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Special-Lite® FRP Flush Door Passes Blast Resistance Test

Special-Lite’s SL-17 Fiberglass Reinforced Polyester (FRP) Flush Door was found to provide protection to building occupants from flying debris in the event of an explosion according to the criteria of the ASTM F 1642-04 Standard Test Method for Glazing and Glazing Systems Subject to Airblast Loading.

When blasts occur in urban areas, glass shards and similar material from fractured doors and windows can pose significant danger to building occupants. Developed by ASTM International in cooperation with the U.S. Departments of Defense and State following the 2001 terrorist attacks, the ASTM F 1642-04 standard measures the potential hazard from flying glass or other fragments in the event of such an explosion.

Third-party testing lab Architectural Testing Inc. conducted the test in June, attaching a standard SL-17 door to a large shock tube, a machine that simulates the effect of an actual explosive device. When subjected to force in the 5.5 to 6.5 psi range, the SL-17 was slightly damaged but remained operational.

The SL-17 has previously passed similar third-party tests for windborne debris and impact resistance in order to achieve hurricane-rating and Florida product approval. Despite its blast resistance, the SL-17 door is not intended for fire-rated applications. Instead, Special-Lite recommends its SL-21 fire-rated FRP doors with ratings up to 90 minutes.

For more information about Special-Lite FRP Doors, call 800-821-6531 or visit www.special-lite.com.

Koch Doors Introduces New Fire Doors

Koch and Company is excited to announce a new expanded lineup of fire-rated doors. The company has completed testing and is manufacturing 20, 45, 60 and 90 minute stile and rail wood doors. These new ratings allow you to get all of your doors from one source, saving time and money.

With new certifications the company offers many new capabilities such as:

45, 60 and 90 minute fire-rated doors
8’0 tall fire-rated doors
Mortise locks can be used in our fire-rated doors
V-Groove panels are available in all ratings
20, 45 and 60 minute fire-rated wood frames are available
Double doors are now available

Doors available in a Category A or Category B design. All Koch and Company panel door designs are available with a fire rating. For more information visit www.kochandco.com

Introducing…New Liberty Doors by Amweld International

Amweld International, LLC is proud to announce their new product line of steel doors marketed under the “Liberty” brand name. Liberty Doors by Amweld International, will offer a “value priced door” that provides an aesthetically sound steel door alternative. The new Liberty Door is made to minimum SDI specifications and carries a 5-Year Warranty, while similar products in the marketplace only have a 1 year warranty or less. The door includes the same patented laser-welded edge construction used on Amweld’s quality Laser-Edge doors. For complete information on the new Liberty Doors, please visit: www.amweld.com

Larco Illuminates Customer Needs with Introduction of Backlit Wall Switch

With a nod to enhancing safety, energy efficiency and convenience, Larco, a division of ATEK Products, LLC and a supplier of commercial safety products, continues to expand its extensive door access control product line with the addition of a new wall switch. Ideally suited for automatic indoor and outdoor entryway applications, the new Blue Diamond Backlit Wall Switch provides subtle blue backlighting, allowing for easy visibility in poorly lit entryways and nighttime environments.

Incorporating energy efficient Monolithic Constant-Current Regulator, light guiding and LED technology, the new backlit switch is easy to install, durable and aesthetically pleasing.

For additional information about this product and others manufactured by Larco, please visit www.larco.com

RIXSON Gate Closers Offer Dependable Control

RIXSON, a North American provider of customized door control solutions, introduces its new gate closers with sliding arm, Models 1350 and 1351. Extremely easy to install and operate, these dependable surface-mounted closers facilitate a soft opening – and a strong closing – each time the gate is engaged.

Ideal for ornamental iron or metal gates, RIXSON gate closers feature two closing speeds independently controlled by thermostatic values. A pinch-free sliding arm and rail guarantees safe use. All-weather fluid insures smooth year-round operation.

Model 1350 is suited for gates up to 150 lbs. and with dimensions up to 42" x 84.” Model 1351, with hydraulic backcheck and adjustable spring, can control larger gates, up to 250 lbs. and with dimensions up to 54" x 120."

For more information, or to contact a RIXSON distributor, call 800-457-5670 or visit www.rixson.com.

Industry News

Smoot Associates, Inc.

After 40 successful years as Independent Sales Agents in New England, Paul and Joan Smoot have decided to sell their business so they can pursue other personal interests and a well-deserved retirement.

As of August 1st 2009, the new ownership of Smoot Associates, Inc will be, René A. Bouchard, DAHC/CDC CCPR, President/Secretary and William (Bill) R. Hillman, CEO/Treasurer of the corporation.

Jim Dewar, AHC was named Vice-President, he as well as the rest of our associates will continue to be important assets to the sales and management team at Smoot Associates, Inc.

Please join us in wishing Paul and Joan a wonderful retirement.

In Other News...

An investment group has bought the old O'Sullivan Industries Lamar, MO plant and has plans to lease it to Polymer-Wood Technologies for door manufacturing. The new tenant plans to install an estimated $20 million worth of new production and IT equipment and spend another $3 million on improvements to the property, reported OzarksFirst.com. Full Story

Jonathan Stetson started N.H. Door in January after designing a high-performance residential entry door jamb system, which he is patenting under the name Perima-Jamb. Stetson said the system can be used for new construction or to strengthen the frame of an existing door using quarter-inch cold steel — the same kind used in bridges — machined PVC lumber stock or paintable hardwood, a removable threshold and stainless steel hinges and bolts, reported the Foster's Daily Democrat. Full Story

The Detroit News profiles Total Door as they move into a new facility in Pontiac, MI. Full Story

Alarm Lock has recently added Trilogy Networx (DL6100 and PDL6100) wireless networking locks to its line of door technologies. These advanced locks lower your installation costs while providing complete security solutions. They communicate wirelessly over any size network eliminating door-to-door operations and expensive wire runs. Users are programmed from the convenience of a non-dedicated PC using Alarm Lock’s DL-WINDOWS software. Full Story

National Hardware (A Stanley Works Company) announced a strategic partnership with D&D Technologies Inc., designers and manufacturers of Hi-Performance polymer gate hardware products since 1988, reported Professional Door Dealer. Full Story

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