HES 152 Universal Mounting Tabs for Electric Door Strikes

The HES 152 Universal Mounting Tabs are purpose-built electric strike accessories designed to simplify and secure the installation of electric strikes in hollow metal frames and aluminum frames. When a frame lacks a fully prepped pocket or requires a stable mounting solution for an electric strike, the HES 152 tabs provide the mechanical support needed to achieve a clean, code-compliant installation without costly frame modifications.

Key Benefits

• Universal compatibility — designed to work with HES electric strikes across a wide range of frame types
• Hollow metal and aluminum frame support — securely mounts inside common commercial frame profiles where direct strike anchoring is otherwise impractical
• Streamlined installation — reduces labor time by eliminating the need for custom fab work or frame welding
• Low-profile design — fits within standard frame cutouts without obstructing door clearance or strike keeper alignment
• Cost-effective accessory — a small investment that protects the integrity of the entire electric strike installation

Typical Applications

• Commercial office buildings with hollow metal frame openings requiring electric strike retrofits
• Aluminum storefront and curtain wall frames with access-controlled doors
• New construction or renovation projects where frame preps were not originally sized for a specific electric strike model
• Access control upgrades in schools, healthcare facilities, and multi-tenant buildings
• Any opening where electric strike stability and alignment are critical to reliable latching and unlatching cycles

Electric Strike Installation Context

Electric strikes are installed in the door frame as a replacement for a standard flat strike plate, allowing access control systems to electrically release the door without requiring a motorized lock body. Proper frame mounting is essential — a strike that shifts or flexes under repeated use can cause misalignment with the latch bolt, leading to failed latching cycles or premature wear. The HES 152 mounting tabs address this by anchoring the strike body securely within hollow or aluminum frame profiles that may not provide sufficient bearing surface on their own.

For applications on fire-labeled openings, verify that the electric strike being mounted is rated for the required fire listing and is configured fail-secure to maintain positive latching on power loss — a requirement for fire door compliance.

Technical Details

For questions about compatible electric strike models or alternative access control hardware options, contact our technical sales team for specification assistance.