What are ANSI BHMA hardware grades?
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and
Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (BHMA) have developed durability,
strength and performance standards for every type of door hardware on...
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How to specify the handing of a handed lever.
Some lever designs by Schlage are handed such as Flair. Levers that are handed cannot be moved from the inside to the outside or vice versa because the direction of the lever changes. This...
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What finish does Schlage recommend for outdoor use?
From a BHMA Environmental testing aspect, the following finishes for exterior use are recommended.Best - 629/630 - Bright or Satin Stainless; no top-coat Better - 626/682/625 – Sati...
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What is Schlage's Antimicrobial (AM) finish?
Schlage's Antimicrobial (AM) finish is a clear coat finish that contains an antimicrobial agent and is designed for interior or exterior applications and provides a combination of good physical, chemi...
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What Allegion components are ITS/WHI Intertek approved for Windstorm/Tornado Resistant openings?
The Steelcraft Paladin Series doors and frames are available in compliance with FEMA 361 and ANSI ICC500-2014. The door system may include other approved Allegion hardware and components that ar...
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What are the latch requirements for a UL listed door?
Single-point locks and latches with 1/2-in. minimum latch throw are intended for single-swing doors, and latches with 3/4-in. minimum latch throw are intended for the active door of doors mounted in p...
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