Can you provide advice for compliance to Building Codes?

Thursday, April 22, 2021

Question: Can you provide advice for my project regarding compliance to the Building Code?   Answer: Prior to providing answers to Code Questions on a Project, it is recommended you ... Read More »

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What do I need to know about OSDP for Access Control?

Monday, April 19, 2021

Question: I have been installing Access Control for a while and I am now hearing of the term OSDP. What do I need to know about this and will it ... Read More »

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What Cylinder to Use for Key Blank Marked A1145L

Thursday, March 18, 2021

Question: I have a key marked “A1145L”, can I get cylinders for this key?   Answer: A1145L is the ILCO name for their key blank in the Schlage “L” keyway. ... Read More »

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Is a Door Closer on Fire Rated Door Necessary?

Monday, March 15, 2021

Question: Do I have to use a closer on a fire rated door or can I use spring hinges?   Answer: While a door closer is the preferred self-closing device ... Read More »

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How do you install protection diodes?

Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Question: I have been asked to install electric strikes for a security integrator. They are installing access control in the building and they are asking me to install protection diodes. ... Read More »

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Replace Electrified Butt Hinge on Door?

Monday, February 22, 2021

Question: Can I replace an electrified butt hinge on a wood or steel door with any other brand electrified butt hinge?   Answer: Yes, but with caution. Electrified butt hinges ... Read More »

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