David Bolton Mortise Locks Explained: Problems, Benefits, and the Right Solution for Commercial Doors What This Article Covers -- and Who It Helps This guide explains what a mortise lock is, where it outperforms other lock types, the most common problems contractors and facility managers run into, and... access control commercial door hardware electrified hardware fire door compliance mortise locks Apr 19, 2026 Our Blog
David Bolton Astragals for Double Doors: Problems, Benefits, and the Right Solution What Is an Astragal -- and Why Does It Matter? An astragal is the hardware component that seals the gap between the two leaves of a pair of doors -- the meeting stile . Without one, that center gap be... astragals commercial door gasketing double door hardware fire door hardware meeting stile seal Apr 19, 2026 Our Blog
David Bolton Continuous Hinges: Solving High-Traffic Door Problems in Commercial Buildings What Are Continuous Hinges and Who Needs Them? Continuous hinges -- also called piano hinges or full-length hinges -- run the full height of a door, distributing load and stress evenly along the entir... commercial door hardware continuous hinges door hardware specification electrified hinges heavy duty hinges Apr 19, 2026 Our Blog
David Bolton Electrified Door Hardware 101: Access Control Integration for Modern Commercial Buildings What Is Electrified Door Hardware? Electrified door hardware refers to any door-mounted device that uses electrical current to control locking, latching, or holding functions. When integrated with an ... Access Control Code Compliance Commercial Door Hardware Electrified Hardware Life Safety Apr 18, 2026 HES Electric Strike Informational Videos
David Bolton Commercial Door Threshold Selection Guide: Sealing, ADA, and Heavy-Traffic Applications What This Guide Covers and Who It Helps Selecting the right commercial door threshold affects weather performance, code compliance, long-term durability, and your inspection results. Whether you are a... ADA compliance commercial hardware door thresholds heavy-traffic hardware weathersealing Apr 18, 2026 HES Electric Strike Informational Videos
David Bolton Exit Device Basics: Panic Bar Types, Fire Ratings, and Code Compliance Explained What Is an Exit Device (Panic Bar)? An exit device -- commonly called a panic bar, crash bar, or push bar -- is a door-latching assembly that releases the latch when pressure is applied in the directi... code compliance egress hardware exit devices fire exit hardware panic hardware Apr 18, 2026 HES Electric Strike Informational Videos
David Bolton ADA-Compliant Door Hardware: What Facility Managers Need to Know Why ADA Door Hardware Compliance Matters for Your Facility Whether you manage a school, medical office, retail center, or industrial campus, ADA-compliant door hardware is not optional -- it is a lega... ADA Compliance Accessibility Code Compliance Door Hardware Facility Management Apr 18, 2026 HES Electric Strike Informational Videos
David Bolton How to Choose the Right Door Closer for Schools, Hospitals, and Commercial Buildings The Right Door Closer Makes a Bigger Difference Than You Think Whether you are managing a school facility, overseeing a hospital renovation, or bidding a commercial tenant buildout, selecting the righ... ADA compliance commercial hardware door closers facility maintenance fire door hardware Apr 18, 2026 HES Electric Strike Informational Videos
David Bolton Mortise Cams Explained: Why the Right Cam Matters What Is a Mortise Cylinder Cam -- and Why Does It Matter? If you have ever ordered a mortise cylinder replacement and ended up with a lock that turns freely but does nothing, there is a good chance th... Apr 7, 2026 Our Blog
David Bolton Why Is My Electromagnetic Door Holder Weak? Why Is My Electromagnetic Door Holder Weak? A magnetic door holder that "slips" or fails to hold a door open isn't just a convenience issue—it's a maintenance red flag for your fire safety system. Whi... Jan 14, 2026 Our Blog
David Bolton How to Prepare for a Fire Door Inspection: The Ultimate Compliance Checklist How to Prepare for a Fire Door Inspection: The Ultimate Compliance Checklist Why would a fire door fail inspection? The most common reasons for fire door failure are improper clearances (gaps too wide... Jan 14, 2026 Our Blog
David Bolton How to Choose a Fire-Rated Access Panel (Compliance Guide) When selecting a fire-rated access panel, the most important factor is understanding the orientation of the installation . Building codes treat fire spread differently through walls (vertical) versus ... Jan 14, 2026 Our Blog
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