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Malcolm Eyre, FDHI/CSC to Join ASSA ABLOY

ASSA ABLOY Door Group Inc. (Canada), represented by the Fleming and Baron Brands is pleased to announce the hiring of Malcolm Eyre, FDHI/CSC in the role of Director of Business Development effective January 1, 2010. Malcolm will be responsible for all Hollow Metal sales in Canada, specific areas of the U.S. and some overseas locations.

Malcolm comes to us from ARD Toronto where he held the position of Ontario Sales Representative. He has also worked at All Steel Doors and was National Sales Manager at Baron Metal Industries.

Malcolm is a member of DHI Canada Board of Directors, DHI International and Canada Education Councils, former President of DHI Ontario and Canada and an instructor for DHI Canada Schools.

"We welcome Malcolm and his many years of experience in the hollow metal and hardware industry and the wealth of knowledge he brings to our business. "

If you would like to contact Malcolm Eyre with any ASSA ABLOY Door Group sales questions or product information, he can be reached on his cell phone at (416) 702-9697, office phone (416) 749-2111 ext. 269 or you can e-mail him at meyre@flemingbaron.com.

Products

VT Industries Introduces New Fiber Reinforced Laminate (FRL) Doors

VT Industries is proud to announce the addition of fiber reinforced laminate (FRL) doors to its extensive collection of openings solutions. VT’s FRL doors provide the added impact, wear, and stain resistance that is required of high-wear areas in hospitals, schools, and commercial buildings.

VT has partnered with Panolam Industries, the leader in FRL technology, to bring this new product to the architectural door industry. Available in over 300 patterns and woodgrains from both the Nevamar® and Pionite® laminate collections, you now have the ability to match the doors in high-impact and standard applications throughout the facility, creating a sense of consistency.

For more information about VT’s FRL doors, contact your Territory Sales Manager or visit www.vtindustries.com and click on the scrolling FRL banner at the bottom of the homepage.

MARKS USA New Auto-Reverse Grade 1 Mortise Lockset

MARKS USA announces the new auto-reverse feature on their 5 Series Mortise Lock (patent pending). The advantage of the new auto-reverse feature enables the installer to reverse the handing of the lockset without removing the cover. In five simple steps, you can go from left hand to right hand and never compromise the position of the internal lock parts.

Marks' Grade 1 Mortise Locks are BHMA Certified, meet ANSI specifications and are backed by the Marks Lifetime Mechanical Warranty. The mortise locks are thru-bolted for proper alignment and ease of installation, have self-adjusting spindles and independent lever support springs. Available with an ever-increasing variety of knobs, levers, roses and plates as well as custom trim, our 5 Series Mortise Locks can accommodate even the most challenging customer’s needs.

Marks USA (a subsidiary of NAPCO Security Technologies), manufactures mortise, cylindrical and tubular locks in a large variety of designs, functions and finishes for more than thirty years. Custom trim with engraving, conventional and HI-SECURITY™ keying systems, electronic and biometric access control are all offered for your residential, commercial, or industrial projects. For more information on Marks Products, visit www.marksusa.com.

In Other News...

Roper Brothers Lumber Co. blamed the economy for closing its stores and manufacturing operations in seven locations in Virginia, including Richmond, Lynchburg and Fredericksburg. The millwork division's core business was manufacturing interior and exterior doors, roof and floor trusses, wall components and custom stairs, reported The Richmond-Times Dispatch. Full Story

The manufacturer of Woodport interior doors, Owens Door Co., closed its doors. Its parent company, Owens Inc., went into court-supervised receivership when it was unable to meet obligations on its debt, reported Window & Door. Full Story

Stock Building Supply will auction 25 surplus properties in 15 states over the next two months. The move is part of the building supply distributor's post-bankruptcy liquidation plan, reported Modern Distribution Management. Full Story

Structural Glazing Systems Inc., which manufactures aluminum storefront doors, framing, curtain-wall and window-wall systems, has signed a lease for 32,800 sq. ft. at the Westside Business Park in Goodyear, AZ, reported the Phoenix Business Journal. Full Story

National Fenestration Products, a manufacturer of windows, doors, entrances and storefronts, recently began operations in Pompano Beach, FL, aiming to service a wide range of markets worldwide, reported Window & Door. Full Story

Brian Miller has been named the president of ProVia Door & Heartland Siding of Sugarcreek, effective Jan. 1. Current president and chief executive officer Bill Mullet will remain in the CEO position, reported the Coshocton Tribune. Full Story

Exquisite entryways for residential, commercial and institutional properties continue to be in high demand according to a Chautauqua Woods. Dunkirk, NY-headquartered Chautauqua Woods, a manufacturer of high-quality doors and entryways, reports sales of its high-end products continue to grow despite a soft national economy. Full Story

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