We began this four part series briefly reviewing the 4 basic functions of door hardware: To hang the door To secure the door To control the door To protect the door We previously covered the first function that needs to be taken care of before anything else which is to hang the door. In this article we will cover the next...

Door hardware serves 4 basic purposes or functions. The 4 basic door hardware functions are: To hang the door To secure the door To control the door To protect the door In this article we will cover the first basic purpose of hardware: hang the door. 1. Hang the door Doors will not be able to open and shut if they...

Division 8 in construction covers doors and windows in a project. Doors provide access, security, control, and safety to the occupants of a building. Windows can provide added light to a building as well as provide security and visibility. Doors and windows add an aesthetically pleasing architectural finish, a life safety function, and...

Welcome to the Beacon Blog! Here we will post helpful information and answer questions from visitors. Division 8 doors, frames, and hardware can be a complicated subject. We hope to post things that will not only help our customers but anyone interested in the industry and what we do. Beacon Metals, now Beacon Commercial Door &...