Printed from the blog of Lori Greene, AHC/CDC, CCPR, FDAI
Allegion
Email: lori_greene@allegion.com, Blog: www.idighardware.com or www.ihatehardware.com

WW: Rocky Mountain Mercantile

The horizontal bars on this “emergency exit” are padlocked to hasps welded to the door – likely to prevent theft – AND EGRESS!

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Do you sleep with the door closed? Your life could depend on it.

As long as there are still people who haven’t heard this message, I’m going to keep sharing it.

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WWYD? Deadbolt + Mag-Lock

Is it code-compliant to add a deadbolt to a door with a mag-lock, that can be used to lock the door during a power failure?

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FF: Double-Sponge Door Stop

Yes, you are looking at two kitchen sponges wrapped in a washcloth. Whatever works – Happy Fixed-it Friday!

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MSD Public Safety Commission Report

We must continue to learn from this research, to help avoid or reduce the effects of future active-shooter incidents. Please invest some time today, in memory of the MSDHS victims.

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WW: Abstract Expressionism

Any theories about what happened here? It’s lucky that the chunk of closer is embedded in the ceiling rather than in a person.

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My Appreciation

I will get back on track with doors and hardware tomorrow, but today I want to give thanks. First, a little story that might initially sound strange, but does have a point…

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My Apologies

It may be a few days until I publish a new post…I appreciate your patience.

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FF: Electric Strike Mismatch

This one is a real head-scratcher. How did this happen, AND what’s the card reader for? #hardwaremysteries

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Lead-Lined Closer Covers

What do you know about lead-lined doors, frame, and hardware? Here’s one little tidbit, but I’d appreciate it if you would share your insight!

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WW: Wordless

I have spent two days trying to figure out what to write in this post. I’m still thinking.

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Maintained vs. Momentary Switches

Maintained and momentary switches are both used with electrified hardware – do you know when to specify or install each type?

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