The Importance of Commercial Door Hardware as the First Line of Defense
Businesses Protect Their Assets and Staff by Utilizing Best-In-Class Commercial Door Hardware
The door to your business in Fort Collins, CO, is the first line of defense against burglars, disgruntled ex-employees, and vandals, protecting both your employees and your assets. Unfortunately, with the many tasks on a business operator’s plate, it’s easy to overlook this significant safety measure.
So let’s look below at the commercial door hardware that makes up your doors and how to ensure all the pieces are doing their job correctly.
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Signs the Hardware is Breaking Down
Some of the signs that your door hardware needs replacement include having to jiggle the key upon entry, a deadbolt that requires adjusting to align correctly, grinding or squeaking sounds, loosening hardware, and doors that stick slightly when opening or closing.
Another sign that it’s time for an upgrade if it’s been a while since you’ve updated your doors and access control. Technology continues to advance, and government regulations continue to expand.
At LockSafe Systems, we partner with top brands to ensure the security and safety of your business and employees. Commercial doors face much more use and require different levels of durability than residential hardware. For this reason, they require certification and are graded based on meeting basic security standards to create a high level of durability and protection.
ASSA ABLOY
This globally renowned brand has been creating innovative access solutions that ensure security for over 130 years. From the first disc tumbler lock to today’s robust security solutions, ASSA ABLOY builds security doors, mechanical and digital locks, identification technology, automated entrances, and other hardware for companies in over 70 countries.
Allegion
Another safety and security company with over 27 brands and a global presence, Allegion creates everything from integrated advanced biometric scanning devices to mechanical locks. They have been creating leading-edge security devices for over a century, inventing the panic release bar in 1908 and producing the first electric-controlled lock.
By using the best-in-class hardware solutions, we ensure your company and staff are protected and compliant. From panic bars to hydraulic door closures and continuous hinges, every device plays a part in the security and safety of your Colorado business.
ADA Compliant
All businesses must be compliant with the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) passed by Congress in 1990. Part of the requirements include ensuring people with disabilities can access company buildings. Facilities that do not comply can be closed and fined.
A few of the regulations include doors that can be opened with one hand and do not require grasping, pinching, or twisting. Doors should also require no more than 5 pounds of pressure to open, and door handles can be no higher than 48 inches and no lower than 34 inches from the floor. While round door handles do not comply, most push-type mechanisms, levers, and u-shaped handles meet the requirements.
Keep in mind that states and cities also have their regulations, so be sure to check with your local ordinances. At LockSafe Systems, not only are our products the best in the field, but we also always ensure ADA compliance.
A Turnkey Security Solution
We also pride ourselves on providing turnkey solutions for all security products. From simple rekeying and lock installation and repair to installing door access controls, security cameras, and alarm systems, we’ve been protecting businesses for over 50 years. We develop long-term relationships with our clients—the go-to support they know they can count on in an emergency.
For more information or to schedule an on-site assessment or complimentary consultation, contact LockSafe today.